Skylab Battery Problems Prompt Possible Space Walk
Skylab astronauts faced reduced operations after a second battery failed and drained six percent more power. Commander Charles Conrad Jr urged ground control to consider a space walk to free a jammed solar panel for extra power as Skylab, launched May 14, continued to operate with limited electrical capability.
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Haldeman Denies Cover-Up In Watergate Testimony
Former White House aide H R Haldeman testified before the Senate panel denying any participation in a Watergate cover-up. Senators urged closer probe into CIA links and a June meeting with Ehrlichman Helms and Walters. The hearing highlighted inconsistencies between aides and CIA officials over alleged efforts to affect the FBI investigation.
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Spacecraft tale from 1897 spurs metal mystery
A fragment from the Odessa American hints at a strange metallic object linked to an 1897 spacecraft story. The item appears on page 3A under a space exploration theme, suggesting analysis challenges and archival intrigue.
Hijackers Drop Demands as Colombia Plane Hijack Develops
In Bogota the four engine Electra hijackers lowered their demand for 140 leftist prisoners but raised the ransom from 200000 to 400000. The Aruba grounded plane, with 56 aboard, had released 33 women and children for food and medical care before returning due to low oil. The hijackers had seized the flight in Colombia and threatened to blow up the aircraft if not satisfied.
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Warden and Deputy Stabbed to Death at Prison
Philadelphia AP report says Holmesburg City Prison warden Patrick Curran and deputy warden Robert Fromhold were stabbed to death. A guard was injured as two inmates were captured and charged with murder after entering Curran's office with weapons seeking him. The incident ended with authorities detaining the suspects.
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Chance For Showers Predicted For Basin
Moist air from the Gulf of Mexico could trigger showers or storms tonight and Friday across the Permian Basin ending a nine day dry spell. NWS Midland says 30 percent moisture chance with southeast winds 10 to 20 mph and highs near 87.
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Gold Jumps But Dollar Is Weak
Gold rose to a record 311.5 an ounce at London opening as major dealers pushed the price up but then trimmed gains to 311.2. The dollar weakened against the pound, with the euro area and Hong Kong markets following London trends amid Ascension Day holidays.
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Medicare Premiums Increase Across Part B in July
Medicare patients face a 50 cent monthly hike in Part B premiums from 5.80 to 6.30 starting July 1, with a $10 annual deductible now 60 dollars. The plan to add 700 million yearly in benefits faces Senate and House opposition. Part A hospital insurance remains automatic with Social Security eligibility.
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Pompidou Warns No Troop Cut In Europe
At the start of a French American summit in Reykjavik President Pompidou warned President Nixon against unilateral U.S. troop reductions in Europe saying there would be great danger. The 22 hour talks covered NATO issues while ministers debated trade money and monetary policy.
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Tank Attack Believed Commie Probe Near Hue
SAIGON AP The government believes a Communist tank near Hue was a probe, not a full offensive. North Vietnamese or Viet Cong infantry with three BT76 tanks crossed the Rao Nai river, attacked a government post 18 miles southwest of Hue, and retreated after artillery fire destroyed one tank and killed 15 attackers. One government soldier was wounded. The communique noted artillery and mortar fire at three western Hue positions with no casualties.
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Cambodia Raids Curbed As Scions Eye Funds
The Pentagon says B52 bombing raids over Cambodia are cut by one third due to Congress delays in moving funds. A Senate vote on denying funding for Cambodia Laos hostilities coincides with transfer authority limits that would delay Navy and Air Force promotions bonuses and ship repairs. Pentagon spokesman Friedheim notes fewer flights but the same number of targets hit and says aircraft deployment remains flexible.
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New Classified Ad Deadlines Announced
The Odessa American says starting June 2 the Classified Advertising Department will be closed Saturdays. The Friday deadline for want ads in Sunday and Monday editions moves to 5 30 p m. The Sunday paper classified display ads deadline stays noon Friday. A Saturday cancellation phone line will operate until 10 am.
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Wellhead Gas Price Increase Approved
The Federal Power Commission approved a 73 percent rise in wellhead natural gas price to be sold to Tennessee Gas Pipeline Co. from three independent producers, a move officials say could raise consumer costs by about 61 million dollars annually. The three firms are Belen Petroleum Co. Texaco and its parent Tenneco. The action, criticized by one commissioner, is meant to spur exploration and development of gas reserves.
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