POW Purcell Finds Fulfillment After Seven Years In Hanoi Hilton
Air Force Lt. Col. Robert B. Purcell, back home in Louisville after more than seven years as a prisoner of war in North Vietnam, reflects on humor and unity among POWs, indoctrination avoidance, and personal growth. He recalls life in the Hanoi Hilton, his role as section POW leader, and his view that adversity reshaped his values and desire for a simple life. He also discusses prayers for Lt. William Calley and the emotional pull of a luxurious new home.
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Grammy Awards in Nashville Ends Hollywood New York Run
The Grammy Awards were held in Nashville marking the first time in 15 years the ceremony took place away from Hollywood or New York. Host Andy Williams led a star studded night as stars such as Gilbert O'Sullivan Don McLean Helen Reddy and the Fifth Dimension attended. Ringo Starr Rod McKuen Aretha Franklin and Roger Miller presented the NAAAS statutes. After the 90 minute show the champagne breakfast planned to award the remaining 36 Grammys. The top honor Record of the Year drew nominees including Alone Again by Gilbert O'Sullivan American Pie by Don McLean The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face Roberta Flack Song Sung Blue by Neil Diamond and Without You by Harry Nilsson.
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Roger Miller
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Neil Diamond
Harry Nilsson
Mardi Gras Preparations Under Way in New Orleans
New Orleans mobilizes for Mardi Gras amid tightened security as crowds fill streets for daily parades and the final days before Lent. Mayor Moon Landrieu and Police Chief Clarence Giarrusso urge calm while noting increased protection against fires and snipings.
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Short-changing of vets charge by Nader force
A Ralph Nader task force charged the Veterans Administration with short-changing about 3 million Vietnam veterans by wasting billions of dollars on numerous programs and procedures. The report released Saturday urged reform and better oversight within VA operations.
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Actor dies in Brasilia hospital
Richard Halliday 67 a noted stage and television producer and husband of actress Mary Martin died in a Brasilia hospital after surgery. He co produced Sound of Music on Broadway and produced Daughter of Silence Jennie and Peter Pan. He also worked as a critic and producer in California and for NBC and Paramount. Halliday and Miss Martin lived on a ranch near Anapolis in Brazil.
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POWs Oppose Amnesty for Vietnam Draft Resisters
Three former Air Force POWs at Andrews Air Force Base voiced opposition to amnesty for Vietnam era draft resisters while noting admiration for returning miniskirts. Maj. Joseph Abbott Maj. Arthur Burer and Sgt. Arthur Black emphasized duty and punishment for those who defied the war, and commented on social changes during their absence.
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