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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1971
Page
3
President Alejandro Lanusse appears stronger after Friday’s abortive coup, aiding his pledge to hold general elections in 1973. About 50 army and retired officers were jailed for leading or plotting the attempt.
A Los Angeles inquiry led immigration agents to raid Ramona Food Products Co where 36 illegal aliens worked. Time magazine reports labor editor Harry Bernstein confirmed telling INS officials of possible illegal workers at the Banuelos nominee’s plant. In a separate note, Safeway began labeling ground beef by relative fat content, not cut, with price impact not expected.
Ronald Reagan serving as a special emissary conferred with Chiang Kai-shek in Taipei. A spokesman said Reagan delivered Nixon’s message to Chiang but refused to disclose its contents. The United States pledged continued support for Nationalist China’s full participation in international affairs.
In Marietta Ohio a boiler explosion collapsed a wall injuring fourteen and killing five people including a 30 year old teacher and four teenagers. Diane Slaughter described the moment as debris rained down on students and the class. The blast occurred in a Sunday school room beneath the boiler room.
Seven inmates at the Connecticut Security Treatment Center seized a ward during a 2 1/2 hour disturbance at Connecticut Valley Hospital in Middletown. Officials say after the incident they were highly intoxicated and could not be understood. No major injuries or escapes were reported.
In a surprise move the United States and South Vietnam freed a North Vietnamese lieutenant from Cambodia in exchange for last week’s release of an American sergeant. A U S Embassy spokesman said no assurance exists that more prisoners will be released, though that remains the goal.
Vice President Agnew urged Congress not to cut military aid to Greece warning it would impair U. S. policy and NATO security. He spoke aboard a plane en route to Ankara and later to Greece where he will attend the Persian anniversary celebration schedule.
Senator Javits urged AFL-CIO leaders and major unions to back Nixon Phase 2, insisting the Cost of Living Council will not veto Pay Board or Price Commission decisions. He stressed labor cooperation to ensure fair operation and warned of actions if inflation goals diverge. McGovern criticized the plan for not addressing unemployment, urging funds for job creation instead of tax incentives.
Liberal Sen. George McGovern of South Dakota says the Senate would confirm West Virginian Robert Byrd if Nixon nominates him to the Supreme Court. Sen. Fred Harris opposes Byrd citing civil rights and liberties concerns. Harris said Byrd lacks the exemplary record sought for a high court justice. Byrd’s name emerged after administration sources confirmed consideration. Secretary Rogers said Nixon has not offered him a vacant seat.
Four dozen United Nations members recognize Peking while 36 back Taiwan as debate over seating China and expelling Taiwan looms. Dag Hammarskjold Library lists 60 pro Peking and 36 pro Taiwan, with votes shaping Security Council seating and Albanian versus U S proposals.
U S intelligence says three Soviet warships including a Kashin class frigate have been moored near Guinea's presidential palace in Conakry since August to back President Sekou Touré and extend Soviet influence on West Africa. Analysts note continued Soviet maritime activity in the region and doubt a full naval base will be built.
A dispute over naming specific workers to run docks could keep Los Angeles and Long Beach ports closed through Friday despite a federal court order ending a strike by 15 000 West Coast longshoremen. The ILWU disputes an employer demand for steady men and the PMA foresees a 24 hour ramp up once they return.
Iris Powers of Phoenix, once an Army critic, was hired as a consultant to assist next of kin of prisoners and missing servicemen. She has made two dozen recommendations now adopted by the Army, including therapy sessions, a guidance booklet, better property return, and a task force for families preparing for return or loss. Her son is Army CWO Lowell S. Powers listed as captured or missing.
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