Military response not ruled out after Panmunjom killings
UPI reports the State Department says North Korean soldiers killed two U.S. Army officers at Panmunjom may be to raise tensions and test war risk. Kissinger says NK responsible for consequences but a military option remains possible. DIA and officials cite timing with UN/Nonaligned Conference. A UNC statement notes the officers were part of a tree trimming crew near the Bridge of No Return.
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Soviets Land Lunar Craft After Two Year Gap
The Soviet Union soft lands Luna 24 on the Sea of Crises, claiming all systems normal and surface work begun. Tass reports eight lunar landings in six years, with Luna 24 launched nine days earlier and touching down at 2 36 am EDT.
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Tropical storm Candice forms northwest of Bermuda
Weather observers track tropical storm Candice packing winds to 55 mph forming northwest of Bermuda. Forecasters expect intensification with gale forces extending miles from the center while a separate tropical low near Key West brings possible heavy rain to South Florida and western Cuba. The system moves northeast at 15 to 20 mph with no land threat noted.
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Plumbing faults eyed in Legionnaires disease outbreak
Philadelphia officials probe possible chemically tainted water from an illicit plumbing hookup to an air conditioning system as a cause of the Legionnaires outbreak. Bellevue Stratford Hotel linked to 19 violations, amid a July convention.
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Reaganites Blow Last Long Blast At Kansas City
At the Kansas City convention site the Reaganites held a final, earsplitting horn blast lasting 22 minutes as Nevada Governor Lanalt announced Reagan’s nomination. Delegates filled Kemper Arena with kazoos horns and signs while Ford backers tried to outshout them, but the moment belonged to Reagan supporters.
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Skateboarder 12 Dies After Vehicle Incident
A 12-year-old boy on a skateboard died after being struck by a car and suffering a stroke and multiple injuries. Detectives cited unclear circumstances as to how he became entangled with the vehicle driven by his sister in Fort Lauderdale. The teen’s sister, 17, Deborah, was too distraught to speak with police.
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Reassessments Worth 21 Million Revealed by Official
County official Miller disclosed a new set of annual property reassessments totaling 21 million dollars. He urged legislative changes to strengthen remedies while noting timing was driven by data availability and tax roll closings. Utilities were notified, but Gulf Power and Center officials had not yet seen the report.
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Raccoon thief takes five month old at Fort Walton Beach
In Fort Walton Beach a raccoon thief raided a residence on Linwood Road taking a five month old Procyon from the home. Family members say the injured infant is recovering and urge anyone with information to help secure its return. Officials comment on rate hikes and property assessments while noting they will seek legal counsel regarding past utility reports.
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Refugees Return to La Soufriere Zone Amid Volcanic Threat
Thousands of refugees disregard warnings around La Soufriere volcano in Guadaloupe as they rush into evacuated zones to feed livestock and retrieve belongings. A 10 mile traffic jam forms as residents, many without passes, cross into the danger area despite ongoing eruptions and a temporary stabilization noted by scientists.
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Philippines Quake Toll Tops Three Thousand In South
Reports from Cotabato City and other damaged areas say the Philippines earthquake and tidal wave have left thousands dead or missing, with relief planes and medical aid rushed in as rescue work continues amid rains.
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