Nixon seeks 1.5 billion aid for desegregation faces cool reception
President Nixon's request for 1.5 billion to desegregate schools meets cool Capitol Hill reaction led by Northern integration supporters. Democratic enthusiasm dampened as concern grows over administration motives and southern aid share. A House commerce subcommittee plans a final mark on a general election broadcast ad ceiling bill with possible primary and state office scope. Nixon ends a 12 day western trip with domestic and foreign policy focus and multiple public appearances.
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Import Quotas on Textiles Face Consumer Pushback
lawmakers weigh protecting U S. industry against keeping clothing affordable as textile imports surge. Domestic manufacturers and unions warn of plant closures and thousands of job losses, while critics cite higher prices and limited choices for households.
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U.S
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Ways and Means Committee
Honor America Day praised by organizer and Nixon
J Willard Marriott the main planner behind the Fourth of July gala in Washington said the day long observance attracted thousands and drew praise from President Nixon who called to congratulate him. Marriott reported calls from across the nation after the celebration in the capital.
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Drug Abuse Grow in Business, NY Chamber Reports
A New York Chamber of Commerce study finds drug abuse in the business world has risen to a startling extent in the past two years and is an ominously growing problem. Executive vice president Thomas N. Stainback said the issue now rivals alcoholism in seriousness within metropolitan firms. The report, based on the Research Institute of America, covers 80 companies with major operations in the area.
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Proposed Highway Probed
The Justice Department probes plans for a six lane Interstate 410 bypass to run through bayou marshes owned by Carlos Marcello and associates in New Orleans. The AP disclosed the route is under intense investigation, with a DOJ source confirming in Washington.
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Traffic toll for Independence Day holiday falls short of past year
The three day Fourth of July period ends with 524 traffic deaths nationwide. John Lawlor of the National Safety Council cites safer cars and stricter traffic codes as reasons for lower toll, noting this year’s deaths are about 100 fewer than last year’s 611.
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Aid urged for Cambodia by free nations
A six nation alliance meeting in Saigon urged free nations to review Cambodia's aid requests. Informants said Japan may be included. no new pledges were announced. U S troops to be withdrawn further while South Vietnam presses for substantial Cambodian defense aid and continued operations in Cambodia.
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Two Youths Slain and One Injured Near UCSB Beach
Police investigate a brutal sunrise attack on a beach near the University of California at Santa Barbara. Two victims Larry Hess and Thomas Dolan were found dead. Thomas Hayes 19 was hospitalized in critical condition after surgery. The weapon appears to be a hatchet or meat cleaver.
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Belfast women bar barriers and bring food to Falls Road
In Belfast’s Falls Road a 3000 strong band of Catholic women in aprons and church attire marched past military barriers carrying bread and milk. Troops enforced a curfew after weekend riots left 12 dead. The women sang We Shall Not Be Moved and left after half an hour, amid warnings of reimposed curfew if disorders resume.
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Italian Chief Resigns Post
Rome AP Premier Mariano Rumor's center left government decided to resign on the eve of a nationwide general strike. The 31st Italian government since WWII quit at a 15 minute cabinet meeting after unions pressed for faster social reforms, despite Rumor's pleas to call off the walkout. The four party coalition formed March 27 after a 49 day crisis, with Rumor handing his resignation to President Giuseppe Saragat to seek a more cohesive coalition during a delicate moment.
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Mariano Rumor
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Mario Tan
West of the Pecos Rodeo crowns 41st champions
After four nights of action the West of the Pecos rodeo named champions across events. Billy Weeks of Abilene won saddle bronc and belt buckle, Jim Cannon Pecos took wild horse race, Sandy Kirby New Jersey led Brahma bull riding, James Durham Blue Ridge won steer wrestling, John Holleyman Corona New Mexico and Sam Howell Elida New Mexico won team roping, Pam Upton San Angelo led girls barrel racing, Kenny McMullen Big Lake won calf roping, Jim Moore Balmorhea bareback riding. Sonny Davis suffered a brain concussion in jerk down roping as Don McLaughlin Fort Collins and Sam Howell posted top times.
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Buck Jackson
Israeli Air Attacks Continue on Suez Canal Targets
Israeli air force pressed raids on Egyptian missile sites along the Suez Canal area. A military spokesman said a Phantom was hit and two crewmen parachuted into Egyptian territory. Egypt claimed two Phantoms downed and pilots captured, while Israel denied a second loss. Libyan nationalization of four oil distributors was also announced.
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108 Die in Air Canada DC8 Crash Near Toronto
The Air Canada DC8 crashed after a failed landing attempt north of Toronto International Airport killing 108 people including 23 Americans. The jetliner shed flames and debris as it crossed farm fields and exploded into a scorched hole.
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