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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1968

Page

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Arms Talk Slated Amid Shaw of Nuclear Pact Talks

Washington AP report says President Johnson and Soviet Premier Kosygin announced plans for international talks on nuclear disarmament and nonproliferation. Johnson spoke in Moscow while Kosygin signaled Soviet openness to negotiations, including limits on offensive weapons and reductions of stockpiles. Fifty-one nations reportedly joined the pact.

Washington Johnson Soviet Union Londom John Alex N. Kosygin Moscow White House Kosygin Wilson Britain U.S United States

Senate Filibuster Turmoil Over Liquor Bill In Texas

In Austin AP signs of a possible filibuster to block passage of the minibottle liquor reform bill surfaced as Sen. W. T. Moore of Bryan argued on the floor for a compromise. The chamber recessed at 11:35 a.m. and planned to resume at 2 p.m. with talks aimed at finishing the appropriations and tax bills.

Austin Senate Tolahd Pr.mittee Sen W. T. Moore Bryan Moore Ules Texas A&m University Tulee Moore Bill Patfloor Man of Ganado Ion House Rep State Affairs Committee

Quake Shakes Tokyo Region Causes Disruption Across Area

A powerful earthquake near Tokyo disrupted rail and subway service for over an hour, cracked windows and walls, and interrupted television broadcasts. The quake measured 6.4 to 7 on the scale, with a focus depth about 36 miles, felt up to 250 miles away and within a 130 mile radius. Several injuries occurred from falling objects and a girl suffered multiple bone fractures. High voltage transformers shorted and fires began but major damage was limited.

Tokyo Central Meteorological Agency Ite Teat Ca Ras Lehr

Suspect Nabbed In Shootout After Woman Killed in Meridian

Meridian police say an Alabama fugitive wounded two officers, a bystander and himself during a shootout at Tarrants' home on a Sunday. They found a woman dead on a floorboard and a companion in a neighboring residence. Authorities described the confrontation as linked to recent violence, with officers in black hiding near the house.

Meridian Miss Alabama Hatcher Toi Ainsworth Jackson Siti C. L

Odessa News Briefing Highlights Political Opens

Fragmentary OCR notes reference political opens and a kickoff event at a local venue with attendees and officials. Mentions Bolling and a presidential context, with unclear specifics and timing.

U S Bombers Hit North Vietnam In Major Spring Offensive

Saigon reports B52 bombers struck North Vietnam including Gio Linh and Tay Ninh bases, pounding enemy camps near the Cambodian border and along the demilitarized zone. U S air forces intensified operations as intelligence notes possible new springboard targets and Viet Cong regrouping efforts.

Saigon Vietnam Cape Lay North Viet Nam Gio Linh Tay Ninh North Vietnam Mili- Saigon Tay U.S Sai Hasi Hau Nghia Binh Duong

Weak cool front stalls in Texas bringing hot Permian Basin forecast

A stalled cool front across Texas keeps temperatures high across the Permian Basin with only a stray chance of isolated relief. Forecasters at the U S Weather Terminal note uncertain relief and continued hot weather into the next period.

Texas Permian Basin U. Ss

Nightly bombardment shatters Saigon frontier amid Viet Cong activity

A fragmentary report from Saigon details North Vietnamese forces near the city with infantry sapper units and artillery deemed ready to seize government facilities. The text notes Viet Cong cadres already infiltrating Saigon to identify political leaders and security targets while temperatures remained high and the attack window looked open.

Saigon Texas Iti Politi Cal

Forced Down On Red Island

An airliner with 214 U S service members bound for Vietnam was forced to land on Sturup Island in the Kuril chain after MIG fighters intercepted the Seaboard World Airlines DC-8. The crew and passengers were reported unharmed as the incident drew diplomatic protests and an investigation.

Washington U.S Vietnam Pacific Ocean McChord Air Base Seattle Wash U. S Sturup Island Kuril Chain Pacific State Department MI6 Llewellyn £. Thompson Moscow Alexei Kosygin Vasily V. Kuzbetsoy Pentagon Seaboard World Airlines Joseph Tosolini Seaboard Tokyo International Airport

Jets forced to land after Soviet interference in Kuriles

A Seaboard World Airlines jetliner diverted and landed safely after radio transmissions indicated Soviet aircraft interfered with its flight. The flight, managed from Yokota base, reported being over Soviet territory and unable to alter course. Crew included pilot Hi Treger and copilot Earl Scott. officials cited extraordinary facts for the detour.

Kuriles Tokyo International Papartmenta Seaboard Comee Yokota Tay New York Seaboard World Juliess Hi Treger Earl Scott

Train Crash Fatal To Five In France And Texas

Five people died and others were injured when a wide curved track derailment halted a J Wink express in Lyon France and another incident disrupted Texas forecasts. Police report details remain unclear as officials assess the wreck and ongoing weather cautions.

Weeny - Na J Wink Odessa Viera Sai Jor Conhiakr

Gaullists Win Big in French National Assembly Election

PARIS AP reports Charles de Gaulle levered a sweeping victory for Gaullists and allies in the final round of two stage elections, winning a majority of more than 200 seats in the 487 seat chamber. The result marks the largest parliamentary landslide since 1919 and deals a crushing setback to Communists and other opponents. Prime Minister Pompidou called it a defensive reaction by the people against totalitarianism.

Paris France Charles de Gaulle National Assembly Fremale G Pompidou Georges P Peo

The Quipster on women drivers and a wreckage tale

A quirky columnist quips about women drivers and a rumor of a five car wreck caused by men on a corner with a niece lagu. The piece uses humor to reflect on gender norms and social chatter of the time.

Asie Lagu

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