Coup topples Iraq government in bloodless predawn shift
Baghdad radio reports a bloodless coup ousts President Abdel Rahman Aref and his aides. The Revolution Command Council takes power and vows to push private investment, continue anti Israel policy, and address Kurdish autonomy. Aziz Amin named as a leader amid no fighting reported.
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Ahearn claims AG politicized mine valuations
Unopposed Democrat John Ahearn accused Republican Attorney General Gary Nelson of partisan defense of state mine valuations. Nelson, who became AG July 1 after Darrell Smith's resignation, seeks a full term while Ahearn criticizes valuations as harming homeowners. The remarks were made before Paradise Valley Women's Democratic Club at the Safari Hotel.
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Sirhan Sirhan to Enter Plea in Armored Court Room
Sirhan Sirhan, the man linked to Senator Robert F. Kennedy's assassination, will appear Friday in a reinforced courtroom at the Hall of Justice. Sheriff Pitchess shows off the armor plate windows as a precaution against possible threats while Sirhan, 24, is kept in a separate five-cell block near the 13th floor courtroom.
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Comedian Dick Gregory Freed In Washington
Dick Gregory left jail after serving less than half of a 90 day sentence for legal fishing. He spoke from courthouse steps warning against fasting in jail and urged readiness to die if necessary. He planned a news conference to discuss possible protests at the Republican national convention over treatment of Indians.
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Obituary of Joseph Krejci 49 Los Angeles veteran
Joseph Krejci 49 died Monday at Los Angeles Veterans Hospital. Born in Phoenix he was a flight engineer in the Navy during World War I and lived at 3314 N. 66th St. Survived by wife Donna and daughters Mary Ann of Scottsdale and Janet Wilson of La Mesa. sons Donald and Lee Colestock of Eaton Rapids. mother Mrs. Mary Krejer of Brainard. two sisters out of state. Services Friday 2 pm at Green Acres Mortuary with interment at Green Acres Memorial Gardens. Visitation today and tomorrow 2–4 pm and 7–9 pm.
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Weather Report From United Press International
Temperatures and precipitation data cover a 24 hour period ending at 4 a.m. Local meteorological summaries list highs and lows, rainfall amounts, and notable weather patterns across regions. The report provides a concise snapshot of current conditions for readers.
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Marines Launch Major Assault Near Cong Thien DMZ Stronghold
A force of several thousand U S Marines attacked what was believed to be the last North Vietnamese stronghold along the DMZ eight miles southwest of Cong Thien. The operation involved air and artillery backing as fighting raged throughout the day with initial reports indicating heavy Communist casualties. This marked the Marines first entry into the Leatherneck Square area since 1966.
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Swedish asylum granted to Yuma youth and 12 others
A 19 year old Yuma Arizona youth Arthur Lynn McCrory who left Kofa High School to join the Army was among 13 American servicemen granted asylum by Sweden on humanitarian grounds. His father Fred McCrory said their son would send a full explanation of his defection.
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Match play starts fires in Scottsdale
Children playing with matches started two grass fires Tuesday in Scottsdale. The Rural Fire Department said youths sparked fires at Northern Ave and Mockingbird Rd and at 2200 N Scottsdale. A third fire at McDonald and Pima Rds remains unknown. Firefighters also responded to a Hayden Rd and Palm Lane call. A nearby power outage raised concerns a transformer fire, but investigators found no fire and suspect tampering.
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