Panel backs liberal abortion laws at FCC discussion
A Frederick Community College panel favored liberalized abortion laws five to one, with Father William Becker as the lone dissenter. The six panelists, including Dr. Charles Spicknall and Dr. Ernest Dettbarn, debated legal moral and practical aspects before about 100 attendees, with moderator Larry Elgin guiding questions and a post discussion audience Q&A.
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St. John’s Parish
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Beall backs Nixon Viet policy with caution
Maryland Republican J Glenn Beall Jr pledges support for Nixon Asian Doctrine focusing on cutting troop commitments while aiding allies with funds and equipment He cautions against rapid withdrawals citing Korea and Vietnam reactions He intends open communications with Marylanders and supports state block grants and family assistance plan but questions national health insurance feasibility
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59 VC Die In Forest Battle
In a major push 59 Viet Cong were reported killed in the first three days of a 7,000-man operation into the U Minh forest at Vietnam's southern end. One South Vietnamese infantryman died and six were wounded amid light contacts as U.S. B52s bombed the area before the campaign.
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Descent To Vegetation POWs Describe Hanoi Hell
AP News features writer Jules Lou reports on American POWs in North Vietnam describing the Hanoi Hilton as a dehumanizing, monotonous prison system. Nine prisoners released so far say isolation, lack of light, constant routine, and propaganda caused deeper harm than physical torture. They recall paltry medical care, mail control, and the impossibility of escape within downtown Hanoi.
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Indochina
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Unemployment Rises to 5 Percent in Last Month
Washington AP reports unemployment reached 5.0 percent, the highest in 715 years, as the government notes 45 million rank and file workers earned an average of $121.07 weekly, down 66 cents due to shorter hours.
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Une
Bureau of Labor Statistics
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