Democrats Likely To Pick Miami For 1972 Convention
Miami Beach edged Louisville in last minute bids to host the 1972 Democratic nominating convention as party leaders prepared to set dates and raise funds. The party faces a $9.3 million deficit from 1968 and plans a $500 dinner to bolster spirits and pay down debt.
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Ellsberg Cites conscience Defense For Papers Theft
Daniel Ellsberg, charged with unlawful possession and theft of the Pentagon Papers, surrendered in Boston and faces possible trial in Boston or Los Angeles. He argued as a citizen that he could not conceal information about U S involvement in Vietnam, while a grand jury probes further indictments and the Justice Department seeks court orders to curb publication.
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North Viet Readies 10,000 Men For Attack
North Vietnamese commander Maj. Gen. Phan Van Phu said Hanoi has 10,000 troops in an offensive against allied bases in northwest South Vietnam. He placed forces in Quang Tri province near the DMZ and Laotian border, noting 6,000 crossed into the area since May 1. Phu reported enemy mortars rocket launchers and antiaircraft guns but no heavy artillery, and predicted heavy fighting yet able to halt a coastal push before the election. He said South Vietnamese incursions into Laos weakened Hanoi, despite ongoing pressure on bases. An American F4 Phantom was shot down. crewed ejected and were rescued unharmed. Elsewhere, southern fighting persisted near Saigon and a Qui Nhon ammunition dump was bombed for the fifth time this year.
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Return To Lash Favored At Patuxent Institute
Howard County prosecutor urges corporal punishment in state corrections to curb disciplinary problems at Patuxent Institute where guards faced stabbings and inmates throwing excrement. He compares to school discipline but is opposed by Patuxent officials who defend guards and condemn corporal punishment as unacceptable.
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Court Orders Teamsters To Liberalize Procedure
A federal judge ordered the Teamsters to give rank and file members more voice in union affairs while not stopping the Miami Beach convention. Don Vestal sought changes to the constitution and election methods. the court ordered procedures for member petitions but left the July 5 convention intact with Fitzsimmons poised to take over as president after Hoffa’s resignation. Vestal plans to run against Fitzsimmons amid expected floor clashes at the convention.
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Gordon McKinley
Toledo
Nashville
Theodore Daley
Yonkers
Detroit
Union
Court Votes New Doctrine For Parochial School Aid
The Supreme Court rejects a total church-state wall, endorsing aid to religious institutions if not excessively entangled. It upholds direct grants to private colleges while striking down teacher subsidies in Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. Transportation and textbook aid to parochial schools face varied outcomes. Maryland tuition grants may be affected, pending ballot decision. Chief Justice Burger says absolute separation is impossible and government aid may proceed with limits.
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Marvin Mandel
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William J. Brennan Jr
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Supreme Court expected to rule on Pentagon papers case
The Supreme Court continued work on the governments suit to stop reporting on the Pentagon papers with a decision expected soon. The Washington Post and New York Times faced temporary orders barring publication of sensitive sections while courts weigh free press against national security. Authorities anticipate a ruling by week’s end, after a rare Saturday session and ongoing deliberations. The government argues further publication harms diplomacy and POWs, while the papers contend constitutional protection guarantees press freedom.
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New York Times
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New York
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Belfast Arms Cache Found By British Troops
In Belfast a major arms cache was uncovered in a warehouse during a raid by British troops. Three men were arrested as investigators recovered fuse wire, acids, booby traps, radios, detonators, grenades, gelignite bombs, firearms, ammunition, machine gun parts and various fuses and switches. A separate illegal depot was found during a Saturday house search.
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Northern Ireland
Ali Not Bitter Over Crown Loss Despite Court Ruling
Muhammad Ali, freed on draft evasion conviction by the Supreme Court, says he harbors no bitterness toward those who stripped him of the heavyweight title. The ex-champion, 29, notes his beliefs guided his stance, and he will fight again before pursuing a rematch with Joe Frazier after a Houston bout on July 26.
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