10 Apr 1972
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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1972
Page
1
The Sunday Times reports a gossip survey from French press about Queen Elizabeth II during her state visit to France next month. It claims she abdicated 63 times and nearly split from Prince Philip 73 times, with pregnancies, accidents, miscarriages, and a scandal involving Lord Snowdon noted.
John Stewart Battle, who twice drew national attention as Virginia governor, died Sunday from a massive stroke at age 1. He faced the Martinsville Seven case, deciding against intervention as four were executed and three died days later. He later spoke against a loyalty oath at the 1952 Democratic National Convention. Survived by his wife and two sons including William.
City officials citing apartheid rules canceled Eartha Kitt’s May 23 performance at Bloemfontein City Hall after discovering the singer is Black. Clerk Nico Kempen said hall use is reserved for white audiences, despite prior permission.
Defense Secretary Melvin Laird announced additional air and naval forces will be dispatched this week to bolster the Vietnam buildup as Gen. Creighton Abrams handles withdrawals toward a 69,000-man cap. He praised South Vietnamese defenses along the Cau Viet River and noted U.S. aiming to protect remaining troops while pursuing Paris talks developments.
A presidential panel reports the proposed equal rights amendment may not reduce alimony or child support. It argues the ERA could raise rights for spouses and that courts might require contributions to avoid harm to children. The study notes low alimony rates and collection difficulties, with judges citing minimal permanent support in many divorces.
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