Gravely Navy’s first Black warship commander since Civil War
Gravely, a 30 year naval veteran, led the destroyer Falgout at Pearl Harbor and commanded the warship in 1962 as the first African American to helm a warship since the Civil War. His career spans submarine chaser service in World War I and Korea era assignments, with three other black captains also noted among recent Long Beach ship commands.
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Navy picks James Johnson for top Navy manpower post
President Nixon announced the nomination of James E. Johnson, Civil Service Commission chairman and a Black appointee, as assistant secretary of the Navy for manpower and reserve affairs. Johnson, 34, will replace James D. Hittle who resigned March 3. Johnson served in the Marine Corps 1944 to 1965 and held multiple posts, including warant officer.
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Tornadoes sweep Kentucky rural areas killing dozen
A string of tornadoes swept rural Kentucky causing at least 12 deaths and many injuries across Adair, Russell, Casey and adjacent counties. Reports describe houses demolished mobile homes moved yards and trees snapped. Corps crews and civil defense officials assessed damage while hospitals treated dozens.
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War protesters clash at U S draft center arrests made
Protesters organized by the People’s Coalition for Peace and Justice disrupted the U S draft center. About 11 demonstrators blocked entry while Curtis Tarr, head of Selective Service, supported police action and said workers must be allowed to report. A bugler played Taps as arrests followed and protests continued nearby at the Internal Revenue Service. Senator Barry Goldwater closed his Capitol Hill office for security concerns after demonstrators earlier forced entry and painted books.
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Action Line readers seek help on delayed merchandise and insurance claims
A long reader letter notes a son’s $4 payment for a Breen surfing T-shirt never received after International Surfing Magazine cashed the check. ACTION LINE confirms supplier delays and promises to follow up with Janet Chill. Other inquiries cover AARP premium delays, hospital parking lot thefts, and senior matinee discounts at theaters with officials citing profitability and past programs.
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Draft extension debated as Senate backs two years
Senate committee endorses a two year draft extension and grant of power to end college deferrals. The measure aims to trim armed forces by about 100000 this year while keeping withdrawal plans for Indochina intact. President Nixon hopes benefits and reduced manpower push draft calls to zero by mid 1973. In Los Angeles a furniture store front was blasted in a late night explosion damaging the display and interior.
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Chief suspends Santa Ana police in beating of youth
Police Chief Edward Allen announced a disciplinary board suspended eleven Santa Ana officers two to 24 days for failing to report an on duty incident last month. The actions follow the Moon's Billiards beating of a Mexican American youth after a party for ex officers Foley and another man who quit the force. No civil rights violations found. district attorney will not file charges. The chief urged strict adherence to conduct rules to prevent a slide in law enforcement ethics.
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Brazil AF DC6 blast claims 34
The Jarantco Brasil News Service reports a DC6 air crash at Manaus Airport killing 34 of 00 aboard. An Air Force spokesman in Rio de Janeiro offered few details noting a disaster occurred. Calls to Manaus faced six hour delays as authorities investigated. Nine bombs exploded in Rosario at offices including U.S affiliated firms. one police officer injured while diffusing a device and overall damage described as minor.
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