U S Regrets Misunderstandings Amid Mayaguez Crisis
The United States expressed regret over misunderstandings with Thailand regarding the Mayaguez operation and the U Tapao Marines. Thailand plans to recall its ambassador in protest, while U S charges note sought to defuse the crisis as demonstrations erupt outside the U S embassy with calls against President Ford and Kissinger.
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U.S
Edward Masters
Chartcai Choonhavan
Ford
Henry Kissinger
Uncle Sam
Chartchai
Cambodia
Marines Describe Koh Tang Assault as Morale Booster
Maj. Gen. Kenneth Houthon called the Koh Tang landing an elixir for morale as Marines prepared for combat in the Mayaguez crisis. Lt Col. Randall Austin cited stronger Cambodian resistance than expected and noted about 25 of 150 Cambodians were killed. five Americans died, 16 were missing, and up to 80 wounded.
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UPI
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3Rd Marine Division
Koh Tang
Gulf of Thailand
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Glenside
Sgt Victor Salinas
Corpus Christi
Tex
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RJ Hughes
Louisville, Ky
Burns
Butterfield Controversy Drives Senate Seizure of Civilian Head Roles
Washington UPI Butterfield the former White House aide and FAA head is at the center of a Senate clash over reinstating him as a retired Air Force colonel. Senators Culver and Hart push a bill to allow his restoration while arguing against appointing retired officers to civilian posts. Butterfield faces a pay gap depending on restoration.
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First Lady Ford says Mayaguez crisis not welcome problem
Betty Ford described her husband President Ford as facing the Mayaguez seizure as a problem he did not need while she toured the West Coast to promote ERA and campaign for him. She denied health rumors and said his run for 1976 is likely and she will campaign for him.
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Wholesaler Launch for World’s Finest Beers
A new wholesaler is announced to serve retailers with the world’s finest beers. The launch aims to expand distribution and enhance access to premium brews for licensed outlets.
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Sandpoint
Idaho
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Owner
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