Da Nang Air Base Hit by Viet Cong Rockets Kill 47
Viet Cong shells struck the Da Nang air base and a nearby village at dawn, killing 47 people including 12 Americans and wounding 45. The attack damaged runways, fighter jets, base facilities, and about 150 homes in Ap Do village. Ensuing searches found mortar sites 2,000 and 5,000 meters from the base. Spokesmen noted the use of long range rockets and a Russian built launcher, while US forces began mining coastal rivers in the North to disrupt war goods flow.
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Scottsdale kindergarten aid in doubt after Supreme Court ruling
The Scottsdale district faces possible loss of state funds for its 240 minute kindergarten program. The Supreme Court upheld a 240 minute requirement based on average daily attendance, jeopardizing aid for the Ready One program for 1967-68. District leaders seek solutions, with a tax increase of about 28 to 45 cents per $100 of assessed value possible to maintain current offerings.
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Hoffa Loses Two Appeals in High Court
In Washington UPI reports Teamster Union President James R. Hoffa failed two late court appeals before the Supreme Court. The move jeopardizes an impending eight-year prison term tied to charges stemming from federal investigations.
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Palmer Signs Pact With Orioles In $15 000 Contract
Jim Palmer former Scottsdale High pitcher signed with the Baltimore Orioles for an estimated 15000 dollars joining Dave McNally in a pair of major additions. Palmer led the staff with 15 wins as a sophomore and McNally added 18 victories while both delivered World Series shutouts against the Dodgers.
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McNally
Los Angeles Dodgers
Rebels Take City Loyang Amid Chinese Civil Strife
Moscow Radio reported Loyang an important industrial city in China had been captured by anti-Mao forces. Pro-Mao elements were said arrested in the city, with fighting continuing in other areas as reports from Peking and a Japanese broadcast circulated.
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Hallcraft Proposes Abandonment of Caballo Ranchos Roads
Hallcraft Homes asks the city to abandon streets and alleys in Caballo Ranchos No 2 to allow replatting for 8 000 square foot lots. The planning commission meets Tuesday at 8 pm in council chambers 18 E Main St. Nearby residents oppose citing loss of access to Salt River Indian Reservation riding trails.
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Lord Snowdon in Seclusion as Royal Romance Rumors Ripple
In New York Lord Snowdon vanished from public view amid tabloids claiming trouble in his romance with Princess Margaret. Anthony Armstrong Jones arrived from Japan on a three day visit, staying with friends in Manhattan, while denying embassy involvement.
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Skeleton identified as bank teller Clore in 1962 case near Miami
Sheriff Elton Jones said a skeleton found west of Miami is believed to be William Ward Clore Jr. The victim vanished after accomplice Camacho abducted bank staff in Phoenix. Evidence included Clore’s check tag and a 1961 car license. FBI notified. pathologist cites skull fracture. Camacho previously involved in another Valley National Bank robbery and sentenced for those crimes.
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Robert Camacho
Nogales
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Dale van Meter
Miami
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Police officer injured by runaway Scottsdale horse
Officer Edward Trapp was treated for head and back injuries after a horse bolted while he tried to lead it near the 8300 block of Avalon. A passing motorist spooked the animal, witnesses said, prompting a rapid police response and transport to hospital emergency care.
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Monday in the News
United Press International and the Progress Staff compile a brief roundup of daily events, highlighting political, economic, and social items from various regions. The report notes ongoing government actions, market shifts, and notable public statements across multiple jurisdictions.
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Deny Hanoi claims of sinking a U S warship
The Defense Department rejected Hanoi's claim that North Vietnamese gunners sank a U S warship yesterday. Radio Hanoi said it was the third American ship sunk. The report followed aviation and political briefs from Washington and Saigon on related events.
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Beate Leber suit tossed in Tucson federal court
U S District Judge John Bowen dismisses a 2.5 million breach of promise case involving Beate Leber the 95 year old German former mistress of rancher William H. Brown Leber remains legally married. Senate President Humphrey says Arizona may push Central Arizona Project bonds if needed to fund the 800 million Colorado River water facility.
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Beate Leber
William H. Brown
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Senate
Marshall Humphrey
Arizona
Police seek mother of newborn found abandoned at hospital
Mesa Police ask for help locating the mother of a newborn girl abandoned in a hospital parking lot overnight. The infant, about 36 hours old, was washed and healthy, with Caucasian features and gray blue eyes, wearing a blue and white pajama set. Detective Leonard Kotsur urges anyone with information to contact Mesa Police.
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