American pilot admits rescuing 11 refugees from Czechoslovakia
Barry Meeker, 33, an American born in Hartford and living in Munich, says he flew three helicopter missions Sunday rescuing 11 refugees from Czechoslovakia, loaded under fire, then landed at Traunstein. he received $4000 allegedly as guarantees for his family, not fees.
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Corn crop damage continues across upper Midwest
Washington AP reports ongoing corn crop damage in the upper North Central states despite rains. The USDA bulletin notes above normal heat kept topsoil moisture short and warns drought elsewhere may limit global grain reserves despite large U.S. crops. The spring wheat harvest is progressing and soybean prospects look more encouraging as rains fall across much of the area.
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