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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1968

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Allies Believed Dead As Reds Hit U S Camp And Down Planes

Saigon reports said North Vietnamese forces attacked the Kham Duc camp, with U S aircraft and helicopters involved in heavy fighting around the capital. The bombed and evacuated camp suffered multiple losses as American B 52s and four engine C130s faced hostile action, with many South Vietnamese troops and civilians killed or missing. Official U S sources indicated about 150 South Vietnamese aboard a C130 were believed killed and stated six U S Air Force crew members were jailed. The incident followed a major Communist offensive last week.

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Paris peace talks face delays amid signals for restraint

North Vietnam urges end to bombing while U S and Hanoi negotiators exchange cautious moves. Xuan Thuy calls for consultation with back home governments as Harriman and Johnson seek de escalation. U S officials note gaps in Paris talks due to slower North Vietnamese channels and secret intermediary talks to ease pressures.

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Weather Breaks After Severe Texas Storms

The Associated Press reports a brief weather breather in Texas amid spring storms that threaten tornadoes floods. A eight day stretch of scattered thundershowers continues, with 10 counties under a tornado watch as 35 counties face flood risks along creeks and rivers mainly in North Central and Northeast Texas.

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Johnson Confers With Advisers On Vietnam Peace Talks

President Johnson returns from Texas ranch to Washington to confer with advisers on Paris North Vietnam peace negotiations. He appears at the Pentagon for Medal of Honor ceremonies, then flies to Washington aboard Air Force One. Accompanying him are Rostow, Rep. Preble, Johnston's brother Sam, and the president’s dog Yai.

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Poor Army Shacks Rise Near Lincoln Memorial in Washington

Demonstrators from the Poor People Campaign establish plywood shanties on the Lincoln Memorial lawn as part of a march and protest. Ralph Abernathy vows they will stay long term until government leaders address unemployment and peace, amid plans for a large, more permanent camp and potential mass demonstrations.

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French Students Hold Sit-Ins Across France amid Parades

French students staged widespread sit ins and mass demonstrations across provincial cities and Paris. Despite one four hour clash in Clermont Ferrand, the protests remained largely nonviolent as police stayed in the background and crowds marked the day with music, talk ins, and a national parade led by major unions in support of the students.

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The Quipster Questions Why with a Wife Reply

The Quipster asks questions with a question of why. The wife responds with I wonder why I do that as a playful exchange in a light humorous piece.

School Board Approves Plan for Pond Bond Election

Ector County trustees after a seven hour special meeting plan a 4.8 million pond bond election before year end. A petition bearing 20 qualified voters will trigger the formal call. Administrators will gather signatures, then a Wednesday special session will officially call the election and announce the tax increase.

Ector County

Alpine Man Ill and Bond Plan Moves Highlight Meeting

Amid a long session trustees grappled with bond plans likely boosting taxes by about 20 per year for a 10 000 home. The board heard proposals exceeding 10 million for school facilities while stressing current critical needs for science labs, vocational spaces, and classrooms across junior highs.

Texas

Senate Opens Hearings On Lowering Voting Age

The Senate begins hearings today on proposed changes to the voting age. Legislators and advocates discuss implications for youth participation, with testimony highlighting civic engagement and potential constitutional considerations.

Senate

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