Truce Ends Clash as Israel Vows Severe Retaliation
After eight hours of heavy fighting across the Jordan River, Israel's top officers warned of drastic retaliation if Arab raids continue on the West Bank. Major General Haim Bar-Lev threatened tougher measures as air attacks and artillery exchanges left dozens dead or wounded on both sides.
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Hue Citadel battle nears seventh day as U S loses 800th plane
Heavy fighting rages inside Hue’s walled Citadel with U S air losses reaching 800. Marine bombers and artillery pound Communist positions while Marines advance along the Citadel walls near the Perfume River. Four miles west, U S paratroopers meet strong enemy resistance and call in air support.
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Four Hurt as Train Door Detaches in Mohawk Valley Mishap
Four passengers were injured when a door on a westbound freight car came loose and struck an eastbound coach near Fonda New York on Penn Central tracks. Roger N. Croucher a 31 year old Hamilton College instructor from Clinton suffered facial lacerations and scalp wounds and was hospitalized in satisfactory condition. The other three passengers were treated and discharged. Deputies said the door hit the roof of the first coach and then the second car shattering windows and spraying glass into the coach.
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Crash Immunization Project Slashes U S Measles
Officials report measles cases in the United States this year amount to about 5 percent of 1962 levels after a nationwide eradication drive. The program includes crash immunization during epidemics, inoculation of one year olds, school vaccination checks, and better case reporting.
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West Germany Eyes Economic Breaks for Britain
West German officials urge Charles de Gaulle to accept limited economic concessions for Britain as a path to a wider market for British industrial goods. A proposed free trade plan may include Ireland Denmark Norway and possibly Sweden and will be reviewed by common market ministers in Brussels on February 29.
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Plane With 62 Aboard Crashes Near Taipei
A Civil Air Transport Boeing 727 carrying 62 people from Hong Kong crashed Friday night near Taipei. Reports vary on casualties with Chinese press noting several dead but not providing a count. The passenger list included 53 travelers and a nine member crew.
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U S Air Losses in Viet To Be Greater
Washington AP reports the United States has lost 800 aircraft in North Vietnam. Pentagon chief scientist Dr. John S. Foster Jr. warns higher loss rates may lie ahead. He told the Armed Services Committee that improved Hanoi air defenses suggest greater potential attrition in the future.
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Ex GI billed 71.20 by Army for missing rifle
Ernst J. Wagner a former helicopter gunner in Vietnam says he did not lose the M14 rifle on purpose. He says the issue is in the hands of his congressman Rep. Henry C. Schadeberg. The Army says Wagner was negligent for placing the rifle on an aircraft.
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Four SUC New Paltz students among seven held for burglary
Police charged seven people with burglary in New Paltz including four State University College students. They were caught loading about $150 in antiques from a home owned by Constance Lewis into two cars. Bail set at $1500. Names include Michael Frishman, Michael Greenberg, Ruth Ann Greenberg, Paul Urkowitz, Honey Walters, Joel Schubert, and Ira Darter.
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Michael J. Greenberg
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American pilots reach Vientiane en route to freedom
State Department reports three U S pilots captured in North Vietnam have arrived in Vientiane Laos. Officials say initial message did not name the men as they move toward freedom.
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Intercepted Soviet Bombers Near North America
The Pentagon said American jet fighters intercepted two Russian bombers last week. The Soviets showed no hostile intent and were identified. at no time did they enter North American air space.
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Kiesinger and de Gaulle Agree on Path for Britain to Join Common Market
West Germany's Chancellor Kurt Georg Kiesinger and French President Charles de Gaulle agreed on a procedure that could let Britain meet requirements to join the Common Market. No details on timing or method were given.
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Actress Katy Jurado Found After Sleeping Pills Overdose
Los Angeles police found 40 year old actress Katy Jurado unconscious in her apartment on Wednesday night and she was listed in fair condition and responding normally today after an overdose of sleeping pills.
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Negro demonstrators withdraw from school in strategy move
In Social Circle Georgia protesters left a school campus after buses arrived through a back street. The action followed two days of protests as demonstrators planned next steps while on the school grounds.
Sanitation Union Says It Will Seek Members’ Instruction
New York AP report says Jack Bigel chief spokesman for the Uniformed Sanitationmen's Association states the union will not resume contract talks with the city beyond today without a membership directive. He says the members are in an angry mood after Thursday's negotiations.
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Reds May Forego Infantry Attack at Khe Sanh
U S military analysts foresee North Vietnam relying on heavy bombardment from protected positions rather than direct infantry assault at Khe Sanh in the near term. They note extensive tunneling near the base and warn airstrip disruption could force a Marine withdrawal if monsoon season aids protection of artillery. Some officers still expect a major infantry push before the window closes.
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Medical Student Deferments Narrowed by Selective Service
The Selective Service System ruled out draft deferments for graduate studies in any field except medicine dentistry and allied medical specialties. Local boards gain discretion to grant occupational deferments while essential activities list is suspended. Lt Gen Hershey said the National Security Council advised against deferments for non medical graduate study. The rule does not affect students already in later years of graduate programs.
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Lewis B. Hershey
National Security Council
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Office of Emergency Planning
Rusk Uses Fulbright Clash Over Vietnam Nuclear Question
Secretary of State Dean Rusk indirectly accuses Sen. Fulbright of disservice for challenging if the United States would deploy nuclear weapons in Vietnam. Fulbright rejects the implication and warns such exposure could endanger troops and national security.
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Robert S. McNamara
Economy Slows As Tax Hike Debate Intensifies
Federal Reserve reports first drop in industrial output in four months while Treasury Secretary Fowler warns of overheating. Commerce data show January income dip due to higher Social Security taxes and December retroactive pay. officials insist inflation risks persist and call for a 10 percent surcharge unless a budget cut is adopted.
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