Westy's Command War Opens As Saigon Battle Escalates
The Veitnam War large scale offensive near Saigon expands with U S divisions moving toward the capital and Communist forces striking Da Nang and other targets. American spokesmen report heavy fighting, large cache seizures, multiple clashes across South Vietnam, and mounting casualties as forces aim to hem in Saigon and drive toward key government positions.
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Ceast
Valeigh
Beckley
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Manci
U.S., Allies Move To Block 'Speculators'
Washington convenes finance chiefs as gold markets crash worldwide. UPI reports panic, market closures, and coordinated action by the United States and allies to curb speculator activity amid a historic gold price surge and potential dollar devaluation.
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U.S
Paris
London
Frankfurt
United States
Bolt
Orice
Charles de Gawle
Zurich
Beirut
Mideast
Washington
Kennedy Still Undecided On Presidential Run
UPI reports Bobby Kennedy appeared undecided about a 1968 bid as senators McCarthy and Kennedy exchanged tense moments in the Senate gallery. Kennedy acknowledged McCarthy’s interest but doubted he would step aside, while questions about party strategy and nominations loomed amid Capitol Hill chatter.
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Seret
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Iean
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D-Mass
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Robert Listenen
Paniy
Orig
Rob
Bobby
McGarthy
McCarthy Caveer
Capitol
Gooil Carthy
Hubert
Hisnankey
United Nations
Nixon Hits Wisconsin Trail After New Hampshire Wins
Former vice president Richard Nixon rode a post victory swing through Wisconsin on a four city circuit drawing about 6,000 people and a Beloit College crowd of 4,000. He urged support for Eisenhower era diplomacy and Johnson era policies while critiquing current federal policy ahead of the April 2 Republican primary. He wrapped up in Beloit and headed back toward New York.
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Richant
New Hampshire
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Badger State
Johnson
Nixon
Beloit College
New York
Marshfield
Wisconsin Rapids
Stevens Paint
Yolyason
Weather summary for Beckley and West Virginia
Cloudy and mild this afternoon with a high around 67. Tonight and Saturday cloudy with a 10 to 30 percent chance of showers and a low near 35. Temperatures over the weekend rise to the 50s, with a five day forecast calling for near normal values in West Virginia and light rainfall overall after the weekend.
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Beckley
Greenhier
Gates Anon
Winton
Presidio
Tex
Old Tanon
Maine
West Virginia
Nor Anal
Soviet Union seeks 1470 from U S for embassy blast damages
Wire dispatches report the Soviet Union demands 14699.50 dollars from the United States as damages for a bomb explosion at its Washington embassy window sill. Other items note UMW Labor Board actions in Armstrong County Pennsylvania, a potential Key West trip for former President Truman, and copper strike tensions amid global steel and financial concerns.
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United States
Washington
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The
Nations Labor Relations Board
Sceke
Armstrong County
West Penn Power, Co
NURB
UMW
Couch
UALW
Rough Sledding for Housing Bill in House Committee
The housing bill stalls in a split House Rules Committee with Mississippi delegates threatening noncooperation. Democratic leaders push for a path to floor next week, seeking hearings and a vote to send the measure to the White House for potential action.
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Wasmine
Speeding law questions and civic quiz from a student issue
A fragmented page covers a mix of civic questions and trivia from a student publication. It asks about speeding enforcement, the role of police, and potential legal issues, then shifts to historical and political queries and a 4-H summer camp plan for youths in grades 8 through 12 with session dates in July.
Kennecott Soper Corp Tentative Deal With Striking Unions
Salt Lake City report notes Kennecott Soper Corp reached a tentative agreement with striking unions affecting about 10,000 employees across Western states and an eastern electric refining complex.
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UPL
Kennecott Soper Corp
Dollar threat taxes scare tactics fuel AFDC debate
Washington reports show lawmakers clashing over a proposed 10 percent tax increase amid White House pressure to act quickly. Senate Finance Committee rejects the plan as a broader tax hike faces stiff resistance while the Federal Reserve signals tighter policy to stabilize markets.
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Daniel Beewster
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Gerald R. Fateh Ohare Johnson
United States
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Teague
Jenry HH. Fowler
William If Martin
Twofiora
Fowler
Senate
Federal
Cary Grant Hospital Stay Draws To Public Attention
Actor Cary Grant remains in hospital after an accident on Tuesday. Authorities report heavy media and fan contact as women call seeking contact with him. Grant has begun confirming his identity to reduce miscommunication amid ongoing observation and recovery.
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Sislows Hospital
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Gramt
Dyan Cannon
Grant
Higher Interest Rates Pushed by Federal Reserve Action
Federal Reserve banks move to raise the discount rate from 4.5 to 5.1 percent, the highest in 40 years, amid gold price peaks in Europe. New York and San Francisco abstained with no explanation, delaying unanimity as officials weigh further tightening to curb inflation.
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Hank
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Mederal
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Tak
Mose
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Philadelphia
FED
Urey
Elvelow
Sopces
Beckley Access Road to Turnpike May Be Built
West Virginia officials discuss a proposed access road from Route 16 at Matscott to the Turnpike as part of interstate plans. Robert B. Sayre urged the State Road Commission to favor Beckley area routing, weighing by pass options from Beckley north to Charleston and west toward by way of the Turnpike. The debate centers on by-passing congested areas, anticipated tolls, and the alignment with I [incomplete OCR]
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West Virgina
Berkley
Robert B. Sayre
Republic
A. Theesda
State Road Commission
West Virginia
Matscott Iil
Sayre
Vense
Virginia
Mose
de Teavetion Beckley
Chaeluston
Seine
Minent
Mackie
Rowe
Ga Penor
Sindy Spring
Beckfey
Lurleen Wallace Condition Deteriorates Amid Cancer Fight
Reports indicate Governor Lurleen Wallace remains in serious to critical condition after weeks of treatment for cancer. Doctors note ongoing abdominal infection in her aide, while her staff faces continuing health concerns from the extended illness as she nears the third relapse on February 22.
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Mewes
Lurleen
Pam
Stemell
Ostok
Mpereteadl
Non-Teaching Hikes Urged At University
WVU officials outlined a proposed across the board raise for non teaching staff in the next fiscal year. The plan calls for increases up to 12 percent effective July 4, with hourly wages rising from 1.25 to 1.40 and a goal to remain competitive. The proposal awaits approval by the Board of Public Works as part of the university budget, reflecting the value placed on non teaching employees in university life.
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Maine
Board of Public Works
Ieee
James Starlow
EWU del Mort Gay
Tharlow Saith
Wwe Hosilfang
Harlow
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