Polk State School firing sparks debate over patient cages
Pennsylvania Welfare Secretary Helene Wohlgemuth fired Polk State School and Hospital superintendent Dr. James McClelland after discovering patients locked in five by five cages. Staff say cages, called playpens, kept order at the 2800-patient facility with 1800 staff. Federal and state scrutiny looms as officials plan further unannounced visits.
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China envoy delegation seeks Washington quarters
China’s first diplomatic group to the United States arrives at Dulles and moves to the Mayflower Hotel while seeking a permanent liaison office base in Washington until offices are chosen. The exchange marks a step toward expanded liaison contacts and eventual full relations between Beijing and Washington.
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Power reports coal compliance by Penn Power amid shortage
Officials from Pennsylvania Power Co report the company is meeting a December court order to burn at least 90 percent washed coal by June 1. The shift has harmed local suppliers as Penn Power sources coal 80 to 90 miles away, with at least one local firm going out of business.
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Oregonian Teacher Wins National Honor at White House
John A. Ensworth of Bend Oregon, a 46 year old elementary teacher at Kenwood School, was named the 1973 National Teacher of the Year at a White House ceremony with First Lady Pat Nixon. He praised his deaf mute parents and emphasized the importance of men in elementary teaching as he accepted the award alongside his wife and three children.
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Wounded Knee Negotiations Stalled Amid Threats of Fire
Government and Indian occupiers at Wounded Knee remain at an impasse after a gunfire exchange. Federal negotiator Stanley Pottinger warned officers would fire back quickly if attacked again. One seriously wounded person identified as Frank Clearwater, a Cherokee from Oklahoma, is in critical condition after brain surgery. Leonard Crow Dog reentered Wounded Knee, prompting renewed talks. Russell Means urged volunteers for a weekend march while others returned to Pine Ridge and Rosebud.
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UN diplomats seek plan to avert veto on Beirut raid
After five days of debate the Security Council debated an Israeli commando raid in Beirut blamed for many deaths. Ambassdor Javier Perez de Cuellar adjourned without reconvening time but said a meeting could occur if a consensus emerged. Council favored condemning Israel for the April 10 raid Lebanon says killed 12. Egyptian foreign minister cites at least 50 dead.
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Mining operations suspended in North Vietnamese waters
United States halts mine clearing for a second time since the January 27 cease-fire signing. Pentagon spokesman Jerry W. Friedheim said the suspension is due to the other side not adhering to Paris agreements and ongoing ceasefire violations in South Vietnam and Laos, a Hanoi reaction calling it a blatant violation.
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Mexican President arrives in Peking for talks
Mexican President Luis Echeverria arrives in Peking on a world tour and is greeted by Premier Chou En-lai with warm handshakes and a large crowd of dancing students. He becomes the first Latin American head of state to visit China since 1949. He will meet Chou three times during a sixty day stay, with a possible meeting with Mao Tse-tung.
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Guerrilla leader sentenced in Italy murder case
A Genoa court handed life imprisonment to Mario Rossi, founder of the self described urban guerrilla group 22nd of October, for a rent collector murder. Two associates received prison terms totaling 324 years after a seven month trial. Separately in Washington the Senate began Easter recess without final wage price control action and set a potential April 30 showdown on Nixon authority.
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Levees Boosted as Atchafalaya Flood Threat Grows
National Guard troops and local residents work around the clock to reinforce Atchafalaya River levees as Mississippi overflow water and heavy rains push the region toward crest. Gov. Edwards activates 600 guardsmen and declares a state of emergency in parts of southern Louisiana amid rising flood risk.
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Budget Board official accused of illegal expenses in probe
Harrisburg UPI reports Auditor General Casey found ex-board chairman Richard W. Lindsey received 4165 in questionable expenses from Feb 10 1969 to Mar 31 1973. Lindsey rejected the charges saying differences in regulation interpretation may explain the issue.
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Chrysler sales push decision on New Stanton plant
Chrysler president John Riccardo said surging sales were bringing a decision nearer on whether to complete and open its 2.3 million square foot New Stanton factory southeast of Pittsburgh. The plant began in 1968 and was completed in 1970 but had its machinery filing halted due to late 1960s sales declines.
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Notorious bank robber Mace Brown shot dead in Harlem hold up
Police identify the gunman as Mace Brown alias a fugitive from the District of Columbia jail after he was fatally wounded during a failed robbery at a Harlem Chase Manhattan Bank. Brown, once on the FBI ten most wanted list, collapsed while fleeing the scene. a wig he wore was tossed aside.
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Antiwar measures move to curb U S military actions
UPI reports senators Church Case and Rep Bingham push legislation and court action to block funds for U S operations in Vietnam Laos and Cambodia unless Congress authorizes, while Rep holtaman seeks immediate court ruling on Nixon war powers. Kennedy cites bombing damage as proof of administration whitewash. steelworkers ratify contract after mediation.
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