Romney Quits HUD Post
Washington AP George Romney announces he is quitting as secretary of housing and urban development after wrapping up last minute duties. He notes months of discussions with President Nixon about leaving public life. Romney proposed appointing a federal disaster director for Luzerne County and Agnes relief, a plan Nixon agrees to pursue. He offers no timing or new job details, citing private capacity as his aim while remaining for housing and cities work. He says policy differences exist but personal relation with Nixon remains intact.
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Showdown In Senate
In Washington AP report, Senate leaders near a showdown vote on the U S Soviet offensive weapons pact. Senate Majority Leader Mansfield cancels today’s session after a deadlock over when to vote. Sen Henry M Jackson pressing for an up or down vote on his amendment promoting equality in any future arms accord with the Russians.
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Bombers Set Heaviest Raids Of Vietnam War
U S bombers flew 150 strikes in 24 hours ending noon today dropping over 3000 tons on supply caches staging areas and troop concentrations across North and South Vietnam. Three American aircraft were lost and casualties reported among Americans and Vietnamese. Viet Cong and allied forces renewed heavy clashes across Saigon Da Nang Hue and Mekong Delta regions amid strained supply lines and retreating American troops.
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Rogers: Shriver silent on Nixon Vietnam peace miss
Secretary of State William P. Rogers says there is no evidence that Sargent Shriver told Nixon he missed a historic Vietnam peace opportunity. Rogers, in Miami before testifying to the Platform Committee, criticizes Ramsey Clark for Radio Hanoi remarks. Shriver maintains his stance. a Shriver spokesman declines further comment.
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Kansas City holdup ends in deadly shooting
A police officer was wounded when three men fled a holdup at a Safe Way store in Kansas City. One robber, Calvin L. Walker, 24, was killed. Suspects Ausan Banks, 26, and Luther Wilbert Johnson, 25, were detained. a fourth man was sought. Officer James L. Connor, 28, survived after a shot behind the ear. Sgt. Philip Leap reported a car fleeing, shotgun blasts, and a wrecked vehicle.
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Cambodian Rule In Peril
Phnom Penh report says a week of military and political setbacks has left Marshal Lon Nol's government nearly isolated. Foreign observers fear Cambodia's latest troubles may widen and threaten the regime's grip.
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Richmond Fair Preparations Highlight Expanded Grounds and Events
The 48th Richmond Free Fair opens in Franklin County on Monday August 14 with five new lots to ease last year’s overcrowding. A livestock tent and a new barn are planned, with exhibits moved to the grade school building. 4-H entries start at 8 am and events run through Wednesday, featuring baby shows, contests, parades, and a grand parade at 6:30 pm.
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