President ends raids and Everglades jet crash survivor count
President announces an end to raids as investigators probe the Everglades crash of an Eastern Airlines Lockheed L1011. Half of 177 travelers survived the New York to Miami flight. NTSB Chairman John M. Reed notes the jumbo jet’s size contributed to the higher survival rate amid the waterlogged terrain.
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New Year Traditions Across Hawaii and Montana
The piece notes 1972 ending with champagne and fireworks in Hawaii and a miner-influenced, obscure Montana tradition. It contrasts a fresh start as the new year begins with local customs and celebrations across two states.
Workers to face tax hike in new year
The Social Security tax rises to 11.7 percent in 1973 with a maximum tax of 631.80 for workers and 702 for 1974, affecting 96 million workers and funding major liberalizations from 1972. The change years emphasize higher earnings subject to tax and larger benefits for many retirees and disabled survivors.
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European leaders hail Nixon Vietnam bombing halt
European leaders on Saturday welcomed President Nixon's decision to halt the bombing of North Vietnam as a response to world opinion. France's Maurice Schumann said the move rekindled hopes for peace and Stockholm's Olof Palme called it a gratifying step in the right direction, noting international protests influenced Nixon.
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Nixon halts North Vietnam bombing promises Paris talks
President Nixon announced an end to bombardment of densely populated North Vietnam and set peace talks in Paris for Jan 8. The 12 day Hanoi Haiphong blitz caused heavy damage and 26+ American planes lost with 76 airmen dead or missing.
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Fifteen Inmates Escape Orleans Parish Prison Breakout
Fifteen inmates in a dormitory cell at Orleans Parish Prison escaped Saturday by tearing through a metal wall panel and sliding down a pipe tunnel to an unfinished infirmary. Three murder suspects were among the escapees. Guards failed to recapture any.
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Bombing halt sets back North Vietnam by years
US bombing of Hanoi Haiphong area paused on Nixon order after 12 days of heavy raids. Military sources say North Vietnam’s war effort was set back at least two years while 76 Americans were lost or captured and 26 B52s were shot down during the period. Truces for New Year take effect in both North and South Vietnam.
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No New Year's Day Edition For Morgantown Post Staff
The Morgantown Post announces no edition tomorrow due to the holiday. Regular publication resumes with the Tuesday morning Dominion News and Tuesday evening Morgantown Post.
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