Ben Tre Destroyed to Save It From Viet Cong
Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta was blasted for 24 hours during the Tet offensive to save the town from Viet Cong attacks. Only a few central buildings were rebuilt, with most residents patching holes. A three day visit showed locals hoping for peace though distrust in government aid remains. Government indemnities totaled about 1 million piasters for 366 killed, with 500 wounded receiving payments. The area still hosts a large Viet Cong presence and strong local sentiment against the insurgents.
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Ben Tre
Vietnam
Mekong
Hen Tre
Saigon
Sayers
Ben ‘Tre
U.S. Army
9Th Division
Hen ‘Tre
South Vietnam
Mekong Delta
Uls
Biafra Seeks U S Backing Amid War Diplomacy
Biafra aims to win U.S. diplomatic backing after France relief aid and a Nixon era shift. Delegations led by Rep. Diggs and Sen. Goodall studied famine relief and political-military factors, while Biafran leaders urge Washington to reassess policy against Nigeria and the Soviet influence in Africa.
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Amuaita
Biafra
France
Jace Pot
United States
Nixon
U.S
Charles C. Diggs Jr
D-Mich
Charles E Goodall
R-N
Lagos
William Rogers
Odumegwe Ojukwu
Nigeria
Diafrans
Washington
Ojukwu
Britain
Soviet Union
Charles de Gaulle
Wiafra
America
Johnson
Mrica
Moscow
What Is Your Question On Social Security
An official clarifies that annual earnings affect Social Security for the year. If earnings exceed 1680 in a year, benefits for that year are reduced. months with earnings under 140 still pay benefits. Example given of partial year work and monthly limits. A widow asks about veterans pension and adoption effects. answer: remarriage does not end VA benefits for children, even if adopted by a new husband. The note adds 1968 appeal approval rate for major city boards.
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Thomas J. Tidwell
Frederick, Maryland
Social Security Office
Blad School Mention in Lincoln Biography
A fragment notes a blad school used for elementary grades in one room where pupils study together. It references Abraham Lincoln in a biography context and notes unison recitation as part of the school’s traditional style.
New Ruling On Reserve Qualifications
Secretary Stacy Weese announced this week a new ruling to strengthen ARNG and USAR officer qualifications. The plan imposes active status retention only for mobilization-ready officers, reviews assignment policies and staff roles, centralizes efficiency reports, and standardizes promotion criteria. It calls for an annual records review and enhanced advisor support while ensuring clear advancement standards.
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Stacy Weese
Artis National Guard
GABNG
Aum Henrive
USAR
Aassids
Gene Jhunes
Dlobingswoeth
Verytas
Une
USA
Rockefeller Center Population and Underground Concourse
Rockefeller Center in New York reports a daily population of about 8 500. The complex features a vast underground network stretching about one and a half miles with access to restaurants stores barber shops dry cleaners banks and a post office for visitors and workers.
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Rockefeller Center
New York
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Kien Hoa
DODGE
WED Thru Sat
Polara
Molne
Wi Mater
Terquetlite
P.S
F.G. Radio
Ait
Dodge van
Sedan Au Matory
India
Baramoatic
Ae Mater
Pade
F.S
Dart
Dart Custom
Roe
Arte. Trang
Ita Motor
Coronet
Turer
Vaiyt
Rede
H. D. Equipmen
Mae
Dart GT
Dr. Hatp
Mater, F.3
Aute, Arts
M. D. Equippe
Watkins - Burdette Motor Co
Rosemont Avenue
Frederick
Maryland
Ofan VE
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