Egypt Closes Suez Canal and Iraq Cuts Oil Supplies
The Associated Press reports Egypt closed the Suez Canal to air navigation after Israeli attacks on ships in the waterway, while Iraq halted oil deliveries to the West in protest of Western positions. Syrian ground forces join the conflict as Israel claims continued destruction of Arab aircraft and advances in Sinai and Jordan. Cairo radio cites risk of a ship strike blocking the canal for a long time, while Baghdad accuses Western powers of bias.
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Associated Press
Egypt
Suez Canal
Iraq
Israel
Jordan
Sinai
Cairo
Baghdad Radio
Abdel Rahman Aref
Britain
Nal
Israelis Chew Up Arabs In War Start
AP report cites U S government observers in the Middle East saying Israeli air force struck a hard blow at Arab air power on day one of the war. No figures were given but the claim supports Israel's view of air superiority. Both sides reportedly field about 1,000 tanks each before fighting, with ongoing Egyptian tank losses feared.
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Fred S. Hoffman
Washington
Tisraeli
U.S
Middle East
Israel
Middle East Nations Break Diplomatic Ties With U.S.
AP dispatch reports Egypt Syria and Algeria severing relations with the United States on Tuesday. Cairo radio cites U.S. and Britain involvement in war operations against the enemy. Damascus notes Syria also cut ties with the United States and Britain. Algeria announces its break from the U.S. from Algiers.
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London
Egypt
Syria
Algeria
United States
Cairo Radio
Britain
Cairo
Rhodesia
Damascus Radio
Radic
Algiers
Weather outlook with isolated storms and mild temps
Partly cloudy today tonight and Wednesday with a small temperature change. Thunder showers mainly in mountains, gusty winds near rain. Highs near 80, overnight lows around 50 to 55. 24 hour report shows trace to .15 inch precipitation at various stations including Pinos Altos and Airport.
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Pinos Altos
Diplomats Eye Peace Resolution
United Nations diplomats hope the Soviet Union and the United States can agree on a text for a U N Security Council call for a cease fire and withdrawal in the Middle East war. Soviet ambassador Fe dorenko and U S ambassador Arthur Goldberg pledged to seek instructions from their governments as talks continue.
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William Noatis
United Nations
N.Y
Soviet Union
United States
U.N. Security Council
Middle East
Nikolai T Fedorenko
U.S
Arthur of Goldberg
Strait of Tirah
Bhar ¢l Sheikh
Stra
U.N
Tins BR. Tabor
Taber
Wederenly
Goldbere Gate
July 4th Frontier Days plans discussed by chamber leaders
The Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce board met at the Drifter Inn to review final plans and funding for the July 4th Frontier Days events. The schedule spans rodeos, parades, air shows, bands, and more, with attendance expected to boost the local economy. First Lt. Albert Bassett of the New Mexico Mounted Patrol is slated to speak at the Wednesday noon meeting.
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Silver City
Grant County
Don Evans
New Mexico
Kent Roberts
Albert Bassett
New Mexico Mounted Patrol
Chamber
Drifter Inn
Three Day Waiting Period To Go Into Effect In State
The Grant County Clerk's office announces that starting June 16 a three day waiting period will be required for marriage in New Mexico. Under Senate Bill No. 40 Chapter 44 Laws of 1967 applicants must file with the county clerk at least three days before license issuance. Betty J. Turner serves as Grant County clerk.
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Grant
New Mexico
Senate
Betty J. Turner
Grant County
No Injuries In Hurley Accident
Hurley police reported no injuries after a two car crash at 5:20 pm Monday. Robin Wayne Heck, southbound on Third Street, struck Eddie Perrault, eastbound on Aztec Street. A citation for failure to yield was issued to Peck. officer assistance came from Grant County Sheriff’s Office.
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Hurley
Earl Etheredge
Robin Wayne Heck
Third Street
Eddie Perrault
Aztec Street
Etheredge
Nacho Jaureque
Peck
Bill Privetts
Grant County Sheriff's Office
Rosary Tonight for Mrs DeLuna in Albuquerque
A Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. today in the Curtis Mortuary chapel for Mrs. Graciela Duran DeLuna who died Saturday in Albuquerque. Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Santa Clara Catholic Church in Central with Rev. Fr. Felix Sheridan officiating. Burial in Hanover Cemetery.
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Curtis Mortuary
Graciela Duran DeLuna
Albuquerque
Santa Clara Catholic Church
Central
Felix Sheridan
Hanover Cemetery
U S Jets Strike North Vietnam Rail Lines
American jets probed deep into North Vietnam bombing rail lines and drawing 20 or more MIG interceptors. Three MIGs were shot down amid 13 strike missions and five B52 raids on South Vietnam targets. Ground fighting was limited with a Navy Crusader jet reported down and a pilot missing over the 17th Parallel.
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George McArthur
Saigon
North Vietnam
Nano
U.S
Norch
Mae
That Nguyen
Thed
Hurley Chief Warns Motorists to Strictly Obey Rules
Hurley Police Chief Earl Etheredge warned motorists that all traffic regulations in Hurley will be strictly enforced including stop signs yield signs and speed limits. He reminded parents that they are responsible for teaching children to know and obey traffic laws while riding bicycles and motorcycles. The same regulations apply to bikes and motorcycles.
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Hurley
Earl Ettheredge
Etheredge
Grant County Commissioners Meet at Courthouse
A Grant County Commissioners meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday at the Grant County Courthouse. The session will cover official business and public matters requiring attendance by county officials and residents.
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Grant County
Fire danger and fishing reports in Gila National Forest
Weather changes bring scattered showers easing but not eradicating fire danger in the Gila National Forest. Campers warned to avoid open fires except in designated areas while Caballo Lake, Lake Roberts, and Willow Creek show good fishing conditions with trout and bass, and anglers report slow or steady catches using minnows, flies, or lures.
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Wesouthwest
Lincoln
Ila
Camperes
Caballo Lake
Caballo
Jim McClellan
Wear Turner
Wall Lake
Lake Roberts
Willow Crook
Gillia
Gila
Rad Rock
Glenwoo
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