Argentina halts Fiat ransom deal amid kidnapping crisis
In Buenos Aires the military government rejected extortion talks as Fiat refused to meet all demands. Kidnappers of Fiat executive Oberdan Sallustro set a noon Sunday deadline, later extended 36 hours, for ransom while the junta stated it would prevent terrorist plans and not release imprisoned guerrillas.
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Hold mate in ax death of botanist in California
Morro Bay area police say botanist Vera K Barnes 57 was bludgeoned to death at her home with an ax hours before she was to be installed as state director of the California Garden Club. Her husband Dana 75 surrendered and was booked for murder investigation. Barnes was a Cal Poly San Luis Obispo retired horticulture professor, slated to be honored at a luncheon today. Concurrent item notes former U S ambassador Richard H Davis 59 died Saturday in San Juan Puerto Rico.
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Protestants Rally as Northern Ireland Strikes Paralyze Province
A two day strike led by Protestant extremists shuts down transport and power in Northern Ireland, with nine bombs used but no injuries. William Craig of the Vanguard Movement urges mass demonstrations to reclaim rights seized with British direct rule, while Belfast suffers major disruptions across airports trains and communications.
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Soviet Venus 8 unmanned probe launched toward Venus
Moscow reports an unmanned Soviet spacecraft Venus 8 launched toward Venus with a 2600 pound lander and instruments for atmospheric study. Tass says it aims to reach Venus in July and descend into its atmosphere for scientific measurements after approaching the planet. Venus 7 previously landed, transmitting data after a 120 day Earth to Venus voyage.
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West Berlin Begins Easter East Visitation Passes
West Berlin application offices worked overtime to issue passes for East Berlin and East Germany visitors for Easter. For the first time in six years, West Berliners may visit East Berlin and East Germany proper, with nearly 160000 applications, deadline Tuesday. The pass period ends April 5 and will recur over Pentecost. Gas stations in Rome and other major Italian cities closed due to refinery workers strikes demanding a new labor contract.
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U S Troop Levels In Vietnam Fall Below 100000 For First Time In Six Years
U S troop strength in South Vietnam dropped below 100000 for the first time in six years with about 97700 troops estimated today and a May 1 target of 69000. Military sources say the 69000 quota will be met and note other forces off Vietnam continue operations in Cambodia and nearby regions.
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Navy trims 429 San Diego civilian jobs
North Island Naval Air Station in San Diego County is laying off 429 civilians as part of nationwide Navy retrenchment. By June about 800 will lose their positions in the county. North Island, the U S largest aircraft repair center for Pacific and Southeast Asia naval aviation, will cut civilian staff to 6435 with other workers reduced to lower Civil Service grades.
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