Mafia leaders on trial in Palermo case
Half of Giuseppe Genco Russo and 16 Sicilian and American underworld figures face trial in Palermo. Prosecutors allege a crime and drug network linking Sicily's Mafia with the U S Cosa Nostra. Seven of the defendants are described as patriarchs of Cosa Nostra, including Giuseppe Bonanno, ex kidnap victim and now New York family head.
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Kennedy McCarthy talk reshapes Dem race for Johnson
Washington observers debate whether Lyndon Johnson will seek a second term as McCarthy strong shows in New Hampshire lift Kennedy into play Kennedy and McCarthy could ally to block Johnson at the Chicago convention and perhaps propel Kennedy as nominee this summer
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Weather warms after snow with showers likely late tomorrow
Two inches of snow in two days gives way to spring like weather with fair but cool tonight. Temperatures rise to mid 40s tomorrow with a 40 percent chance of showers late in the day. Miami records 46 degrees for March 14 morning while Massena reports 5 below.
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Weekly Vietnam casualties top 500 with high US losses
UPI report says 509 U.S. servicemen killed and 2,766 wounded in the week ending last Saturday, the highest weekly U.S. losses of the war. Communist casualties were listed at 335, with South Vietnamese deaths at 418 as air strikes hit Hanoi Haiphong and DMZ areas.
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Insurance fix proposed to curb auto rate hikes
College professor Jeffreys OConnell from University of Thnsis Law School testified before the Senate Committee proposing a fault based car insurance system. He and Keeton argued insurers would avoid blaming individuals and reduce lawsuits by paying victims through company plans. The American Trial Lawyers Association opposed the plan.
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Bomb hoaxers: teens plead guilty and get 90 days
Frederick Bell and Harry Green, both 17 and from Auburn, admitted telephoning a bomb scare at Port Byron Central School. The incident prompted a three hour police search and classes were dismissed. They received the maximum sentence of 90 days in jail.
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Gold rush spikes as Europe buys record gold
Europe buys gold in a worldwide surge led by London Paris Zurich and Frankfurt markets. Dealers report record volumes and rising demand while analysts warn potential monetary instability. The surge pushes buyers and sellers into a frenzied market across major centers.
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Tax boost urgent Congress warned
Treasury Secretary Henry H. Fowler told the Senate Finance Committee that a 10 percent income tax surcharge is urgently needed to restore international confidence and curb inflationary pressures from mounting Vietnam War costs. He cited volatile global gold markets and possible Fed rate moves as reasons for prompt action within 30 days.
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New York Stocks Tumble on Gold Rush Fears
The New York stock market faced a sharp decline in heavy early trading as brokers cited a speculative rush to buy gold overseas and the likelihood that U S monetary authorities could announce restraints after the market closes.
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Sterling Plunges to Record Lows Amid Global Gold Rush
Paris and other markets saw huge gold demand as sterling fell to record lows. Paris sold over 40 tons while London dealers expected up to 200 tons. Banks faced stress filling demand and confidence in paper money collapsed as buyers sought gold and other metals. Only firm action by the Unit.
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Syracuse's Greatest Furniture Sale
Editorial page preview invites readers to discuss how far school aid can rise and presents commentary on fiscal policy. The item highlights Syracuse features and hints at a major furniture sale event with bold promissory language.
Rockefeller trims medicaid to curb New York tax hike
Governor Rockefeller signs a drastic 300 million dollar medicaid cut as part of a bid to reduce a 494 million dollar tax package for the 1968-69 budget. Officials say income tax surcharge may drop from 20 to about 15 percent with possible trimming of gasoline and liquor tax boosts.
Today's Chuckle: Most Women Keep Figures and Double Them
A lighthearted quip notes that most women not only retain their shapes but humorously claim to double them, reflecting a playful take on vanity and fashion.
FBI reports 1966 crime surge nationwide and riots link
The FBI reports a 23 percent rise in violent crime last year, with overall crime up 16 percent since 1966. Suburban crime climbed 16 percent and rural areas 13 percent, while cities over 25 000 saw a larger gain. Arrests rose, including offenses against public order, and under 18 arrests increased eight percent.
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