U S Charges N Viets Cynical in Rejecting of Peace Bids
U S officials accuse Hanoi of cynically dismissing American peace overtures while intensifying military pressure. Secretary of State Rusk asserts North Vietnam spurns genuine talks, aiming to force bombing halt through propaganda and coercive campaigns.
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Rusk rejects peace hopes as escalation risk looms
Rusk warned that no peace talks were imminent and accused Hanoi of cynical ceasefire violations and massed offensives in Southeast Asia. Officials said the administration would report on U S contacts while noting Hanoi’s refusals to curb violence and seek ceasefire talks.
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Navy Skyraider down as pilot missing near Hainan Island
Pentagon identified Navy Lt Joseph Dean as missing after a Skyraider was shot down near Hainan Island while a second Skyraider ferried from Subic Bay to USS Coral Sea landed in Da Nang. The Defense Department cited navigational errors and a five mile proximity to China, while Red Cross inquiries sought prisoner status for crew.
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Drug Use Rising Among U S Troops in Vietnam
The Defense Department reports a sharp rise in marijuana detections among U S troops in Vietnam with final 1967 figures around 2.5 per thousand, up from just under 1 in 1966. A new directive aims to unify anti drug policies across services and commands.
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CPSB Puts Proceeds From Bonds in Banks
The City Public Service Board received proceeds from a 39 million revenue bond issue led by Halsey Stuart and Company. Funds were placed in time deposits at 5.8 percent and 5.1 to 5.4 percent across several San Antonio banks. Major depositories included National Bank of Commerce and First National Bank.
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City Council authorizes citizen panel on municipal employe study
The San Antonio City Council votes to form a seven point advisory commission to study pay plans and employment practices to improve professionalism and morale, while rejecting a 25 percent police pay raise amid budget limits. Police Officers’ Association warns of resignations as talks stall.
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Gregory Incident Sparks Debate at St Marys University
Dick Gregory's February 6 address at St Marys drew sharp criticism from university president Louis J Blume and others while Student Council President Rod Pride defended the event as academically stimulating. Blume condemned Gregorys rhetoric as vulgar and disrespectful to the flag and president, urging a return to reason and prudent speaker selection. Pride noted the campus petition supports controversial speakers under the universities educational mission.
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Lockhart Eyes New Name for City Fete Controversy Grows
Hart Stilwell reports Lockhart plans to rename its annual celebration and stage a Battle of Plum Creek re enactment at Lockhart Site Park. Jaycees will build sets and the Lockhart Link Theater will produce the show as organizers seek a catchy new title and audience appeal.
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