National railroads curb coast to coast service in lockout
United railroads halt all freight and passenger runs from coast to coast beginning Saturday night after a union strike against Union Pacific. The National Railroad Conference announced the stoppage of 137 carriers with perishable goods handled by supervisors and possible priority shipments to Vietnam materials. Major automaker GM warned of widespread shutdowns and impacts on production across the country.
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Nixon seeks ABM extension with more sites
President Nixon said extending the Safeguard antiballistic missile system is essential against minor powers and could place nuclear tipped missiles at up to 12 sites. He did not specify locations or costs, with Defense Secretary Laird to detail plans in 30 days.
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Burglaries Reported At Home and Gas Station
Police logged two early morning burglaries including a theft of a $160 portable television from Albert Forester’s apartment at 20 N Parkway with no force entry. At 7607 E McDowell Rd gas station burglars damaged equipment, entered the cigarette machine, and stole unknown change after driving a car into the site. Wilford Gale reported damage to a car in the lubrication bay and to the motor analyzer.
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Underground nuke test drills below desert in Nevada
The United States conducted an underground nuclear test at Yucca Flat Nevada with a yield under 20 kilotons. The device named AJO was detonated about 1000 feet below the desert floor in a vertical mine shaft and no atmospheric radiation escaped.
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Astrological General Tendencies Preview
A daily forecast notes Aries should discuss plans with esteem figures and speak tactfully. Taurus should trust hunches and value a close friend. Gemini may form new agreements with colleagues and pursue leisure and letter writing. Moon Children should serve loved ones and boost health. Leo should plan early for a social evening with friends. Virgo urges more harmonious expression.
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Horoscope Daily Guidance for Zodiac Signs
A casual daily forecast offers Libra through Pisces guidance. Libra should assess true positions with associates and enjoy an evening hobby. Scorpio urges big thinking and small home repairs, while Sagittarius seeks social recreation to boost charm. Capricorn should seek expert info and cooperative harmony. Aquarius is urged to be gregarious and make new friends. Pisces calls for civic work efficiency and fun through better systems.
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Student loan crisis endangers next semester enrollment
Washington reports a surge in loan shortfalls as colleges overcommitted to direct loan funds under a vetoed education bill. An Education Office spokesman says many universities relied on expected federal support, risking tens of thousands of students’ ability to return to school next month despite a $229 million allocation.
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Tricia Nixon Isolated At Florida Home With German Measles
Tri cia Nixon is suffering from German measles and is confined to the family home in Key Biscayne Florida. Mrs Nixon flew to Florida to be with her daughter who had earlier come down with the flu and a lingering cold. The White House announced the diagnosis and said Tricia would stay in Florida with her mother for a few days.
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Miss American Legion Beauty and Talent Contest Set
Six young women compete Sunday at 2 p m for Miss American Legion Beauty and Talent at Mesa American Legion Post No 26. Contestants include CeCi Flournoy Laurie Tefft Joyce Blevins Sandra Gardner Wendy Warnken and Lindsay Bloom with talents in singing modern jazz dance song and character performance. The winner advances to district competition March 7 and could go to the four state conference in April at the Grand Canyon for the Miss American Legion title.
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Robbers flip coin for honor in bar robbery attempt
In Lancaster two assailants planned a bar robbery but argued over who would beat the victim. The victim, Air Force sergeant George Watson, drew a .45 and shot both men in the leg, then they were hospitalized and booked for armed robbery.
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Los Angeles County
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Swedish runner Jaernmyr retires after 26 years of daily mileage
Shoore Jaernmyr, a 67 year old former Swedish marathon star, retires after commuting 12.5 miles daily for 26 years. He estimates his total distance equals five laps around the world, raising questions about a career in Göteborg.
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UPT
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Nation's Weather Report by United Press International
Temperatures and precipitation data summarize the four hour period ending at 4 am across the nation. The bulletin provides regional readings and highlights notable temperature shifts and rainfall amounts for the early morning hours.
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