Oil Tanker Blasted Near Saigon. 11 Die in Viet Cong Ambush
Viet Cong used ambush tactics on water and land near Saigon, killing at least 11 Vietnamese policemen aboard a small oil tanker. Bodies of three government employees were found executed with hands tied. A grenade attack wounded three bar girls near the riverfront. U.S. air losses included three planes over three days. two Americans died in a reconnaissance crash. Cavalry and airborne units reported Viet Cong casualties and captured a carrier pigeon.
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State to Be In Warning System
The Commerce Department says its proposed national disaster warning system could cut deaths by half and reduce annual economic losses by over 100 million dollars. Congress is asked to appropriate seven million dollars to begin setting up the system with radar sites planned for Springfield Missouri Grand Island Nebraska San Antonio Texas Midland Texas Garden City Kansas Nashville Tennessee Bristol Tennessee and Alma Georgia Teletypewriter networks would cover Alabama Iowa Illinois Kansas Louisiana Michigan Mississippi Missouri North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma Tennessee Texas and Wisconsin.
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Radiation scare after Spain crash involving B52 missing bomb
Officials say diplomatic courtesy kept the United States silent about a 1966 Palomares air crash near Spain in which a B52 and KC135 collided. Spain announced 2000 people exposed to slight radiation danger and the U S confirmed four thermonuclear weapons were aboard the bomber.
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Blizzard Wallops Upper Plains and Midwest Snow Paths
A blizzard swept the northern Plains into the Lake Superior region with heavy snow in Montana Wyoming the Dakotas and Minnesota. Mountain snow totals near two feet at Red Lodge and Evanston with drifting up to four to five feet. Wisconsin saw five inches in Superior and Duluth two inches at Park Falls. South Wisconsin and neighboring states enjoyed unusual warmth with mid 50s forecast and a 56 high near Beloit-Rockford.
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Burglars warned after wig shop heist in Denver
Denver police say 12 stolen wigs in purple, green and blue colors may betray the burglars if worn in public, warning that thieves often reveal themselves by flaunting stolen goods.
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Protests Mount Over Campus Site Selection in Wisconsin
Protests accuse the governor and a secret site committee of cheap politics as they choose a Green Bay campus site while rejecting six Southeast options. Kenosha Racine may Keen two counties land and Bong Air Base are eyed for the southeast site, prompting threats of legal action and sharp critique from Assemblyman George Molinaro. Continued on Page I, Col. 2.
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McNamara Seeks New Methods for Viet Nam War
Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara acknowledged that some concepts and methods used in the Viet Nam war have failed to meet the test. He said old answers won t apply and new methods require changes in procedures policies and habits. Associates noted a shift away from Reservists to handle manpower without civilian disruption. Continued on Page 1d Col 4.
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McNamara Sees Viet Nam War Not Open Ended
Secretary of Defense McNamara told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that Viet Nam will likely see its peak troop buildup by year end. He argued the conflict does not require an unlimited open ended commitment, while acknowledging risk of China joining the war. He defended the 20,000 manpower rise and noted the risk stems from treaty commitments, not U.S. operations alone.
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American First Troops Capture Viet Cong Carrier Pigeon
Saigon reports a patrol of the 101st Airborne Brigade in Tuy Hoa area captured a Viet Cong carrier pigeon with a leg message. The military spokesman stated this is the first known capture of a carrier pigeon and that the bird is definitely Viet Cong.
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Nkrumah Now Heads Both Guinea and Ghana
Addis Ababa AP report says Abdullaye Diallo declares Kwame Nkrumah now leads Guinea and Ghana after Sekou Toure steps down. Nkrumah’s dual presidency affects Guinea Ghana ties and OAU conference participation. Toure welcomed Nkrumah in Conakry as head of state. Ivory Coast borders the two nations.
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Three Killed In Explosion At Coal Mine
In Herperus Colorado a gas explosion tore through Burnwell No 1 mine killing three brothers in law and sending coal dust across fresh snow. The victims Joe Valdez 53 mine foreman from Durango Ben Lucere 44 and Remigo Garcia 44 widows are sisters. Governors and inspectors rush to the scene as Colorado faces a second deadly mine disaster in two months and officials pledge review of safety statutes.
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Armored Truck Stolen With $65,000 In Cash
Brookline Massachusetts police searched for an armored truck owned by Skelly's Detective Service Inc of Fall River after it was stolen outside a supermarket. The vehicle reportedly carried carbines pistols and ammunition as officers warned to avoid hazardous pursuit.
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Jury Indicts Klan Leader For Contempt
Washington AP seven Ku Klux Klan members led by Imperial Wizard Robert M Shelton were indicted by a federal grand jury for contempt of Congress after refusing to supply records subpoened by the House Committee on Un American Activities. Indictments name James R Jones Robert E Scoggin Calvin F Craig Marshal E Kornegay George F Dorsett and Robert Hudsins all charged with one count each. Arraignment to follow. none in custody. Conviction could bring up to 12 months in jail and a $1000 fine.
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Bodies of Astronauts Brought to Arlington
The remains of Elliot M. Lee Jr. and Charles A. Bassett arrived at Arlington National Cemetery for burial amid national honors. Both men, ages 38 and 34, were killed when their 38 jet fighter trainer crashed into a McDonnell Aircraft plant building in St. Louis. They had been slated to fly Gemini 9 next May. Memorial services were held in Houston.
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City Council rejects sign size limit vote in Honolulu
Honolulu councilor Keokog D Kaapu votes against a proposed ordinance restricting political advertising signs to one square foot. Kaapu real name Kekoalay immapalihauliunkio David Kaapuawaokamehameha acknowledged the decision amid a heated debate on street aesthetics and campaign visibility.
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Cold War GI Bill Signed by Johnson in White House Ceremony
President Johnson signed the Cold War GI Bill establishing a permanent program of educational benefits housing loans and limited medical care for veterans with over 180 days of service since January 31 1955. Costs are projected at 350 million first year and 500 million annually by year five. Education payments start June 1 with eight year training limits and retroactive coverage to 1985. The bill also guarantees home loan guarantees up to 7500 and direct housing loans up to 17500, with special provisions for remote areas.
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