McGovern looks to sweep four primaries in bid for Dem nomination
In Albuquerque McGovern predicted victory in all four upcoming primaries as California, New York, Montana and Mississippi vote. The surge could push him past the 1509 delegate threshold, potentially sidelining Humphrey who contest California and the nomination. Humphrey counters with California campaigning and a call for debate, while governors discuss party unity.
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Houston
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Diamonds worth 345000 seized at Brussels airport
Br u sse ls customs found 345000 dollars in diamonds during baggage searches linked to arms trafficking, police sources said today. In U S news, presidential primaries proceed in four states with McGovern leading Humphrey in California polls. New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota also vote, with delegate allocations detailed for each contest.
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Ohio
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California Voters Turnout Less Than One Percent in Race Props
The presidential race stirs California with turnout at about 7 percent of the 9.1 million registered voters. Officials note the figure reflects early prop testing and a cautious electorate.
Heavy turnout expected in California presidential primary
Californians face a high turnout in the presidential primary as Secretary of State Edmund G. Brown Jr. forecasts about 73 percent of the 9.1 million registered voters casting ballots. Long Beach noted slow ballot paper issues delaying full counts, with polls slated to close at 8 pm. The race features McCloskey, Brown, Ayala, and Tunney in a reshaped field, while Prop 9 and major bond measures also headline the ballot amid evolving party hopes.
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Youth slain in Compton apartment
A 22-year-old man, Ronnie King of 907 Poplar St, Compton, was shot to death after an argument in a Compton apartment. Albert Johnson, 40, resident of the shooting unit at 540 W. Plum St, was booked on suspicion of murder. Investigators say King was shot with a .22 caliber pistol during an incident sparked when Johnson accused King of stealing items.
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Man Missing After Car Stuck In Sierra Dirt Road
Sixty searchers comb Panorama Heights four miles southeast of Porterville for 73 year old Wilton McCord of Yucca Valley who disappeared after his car became stuck at a dead end while seeking Long Beach relatives. Deputies say the abandoned auto was found Saturday and McCord likely took a wrong turn leading to the mishap.
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Viets retake Kontum and target bridges in North Vietnam
U S spokesmen say Viet forces retook Kontum while carrier based aircraft hit Phu Dien Bridge north of Vinh and dropped spans on the Qui Vinh Bridge on the main Hanoi to China rail line. A large secondary explosion was reported near Haiphong.
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Concorde Sets Record Flight From Bahrain To Bombay
The Concorde supersonic jetliner flew 1,475 miles from Bahrain to Bombay in 100 minutes, hitting 738 mph and breaking sound barrier. It circled over Bombay to burn excess fuel, extending the schedule by 12 minutes. Normally such subsonic flights take about three hours 15 minutes.
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Burglary Fleeing Men Leave Injured Companion Behind
Two men fled a Wilmington wrecking yard raid after loading an old pickup with about 285 dollars in auto parts. One injured companion, Alton Earl Davis, 28, of 1599 E. O St, was found semiconscious with a large back wound and taken to Harbor General Hospital. Davis is held for examination as officials report serious internal injuries.
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