Viet Cong Claim Major Control in South Viet Nam
Saigon based Viet Cong leaders assert control of three fourths of the country and over half the population as 1960 nears end. Chairman Nguyen Huu Tho told the Viet Cong Politburo that forces are shifting in its favor, with strength rising to about 120,000 against government forces near 615,000.
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Crossword Clue List Entry Nine to Twelve
The line provides a set of crossword style clues including circle segment head covering maltio plant cigar fish and kind of bean. Each item hints at a specific word answer fitting typical puzzle conventions.
War in Vietnam News Tapers After Coup Turmoil
The Saigon government program shows little improvement as Viet Cong maintains a united drive. Saigon faces constant political upheavals and coups leaving military resistance chaotic. By all appearances the war is being lost.
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Bridge problem tests risky no trump bid and finesse play
In this 1964 bridge discussion, South opens two no trump with 22 points, prompting critique of stopping all four suits. North bids six no trump, while West leads nine of diamonds. Declarer uses a diamond cashing plan and a club finesse to reach 12 tricks, but optimal results depend on West's diamond holdings.
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Food prices tumble as fruit and meat bargains spread nationwide
The Associated Press reports shoppers may find bargains on ham pork and select beef cuts this week with broiler chickens and heavy turkeys in plentiful supply in the Southwest. The orange and grapefruit crop could be 25 percent larger than last year and citrus prices may ease. Red tart cherries yield a strong season and canned cherries may see price drops next week. Produce shelves show brussels sprouts broccoli cabbage carrots lettuce onions squash sweet potatoes apples and bananas, while lettuce tomatoes and bananas may rise in some markets.
Bulletproof Shield Ordered for LBJ Inaugural Events
The Secret Service has ordered a bulletproof glass shield for President Johnson during the inaugural parade on January 20 and is weighing a similar shield for the inauguration platform at the Capitol. The Warren Commission consulted FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover on improving presidential protection.
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J. Edgar Hoover
Secret Service
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John F. Kennedy
FBI
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Gap in missions risks clinic closures overseas
Gap in medical personnel threatens United Church of Christ overseas clinics and hospitals. Rev. Dr. Alfred Carleton, missions executive, warns the day of long term missionary doctors may be fading, risking shutdowns of overseas facilities.
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Mass
United Church of Christ
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