Freed POWs Speak at Copenhagen News Conference
Three fatigued American prisoners of war returning from Hanoi and Moscow spoke of captivity and hopes to end the Vietnam War. At Copenhagen airport they described treatment, urged Americans to press for release, and said they would fly to New York on SAS after declining a military evacuation.
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BNHead Urges Youth Programs
Louis W. Menk chairman of Burlington Northern urged a national program to bridge the generation gap after a White House survey showed 20 percent of high school seniors doubt the free enterprise system. He called for expanded public information and business youth outreach through 4-H Junior Achievement and Exploiter Scout programs across 19 states with targets for veteran volunteer involvement.
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Dog Drives Family Pickup in Utah Accident
In Duchesne Utah a labrador retriever named Mike hopped into the family pickup and hit the gas while the engine ran. The truck rolled about 100 feet jumping ditches before stopping. Owner Damry Gee says the dog and vehicle are in the dog house after Sheriff Marett termed it the doggonest accident investigated.
Cattleman Defends Beef Prices Amid Criticism
ANCA Region 5 meeting in Boise ends as John Tagtman blasts price blame on beef industry. He notes food costs now 15 percent of disposable income, down from 24 percent a decade ago, and argues nonfood items skew perceptions. He says politicians hype beef prices. House approves Salmon Falls Division project for Upper Snake River to water 64,110 acres below Twin Falls in a $62 million authorization with a 293-64 vote.
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