Allied forces launch largest Vietnam drive near Saigon
About 50 000 U S and South Vietnamese troops move from six divisions and two task forces toward Saigon and the Cambodian border in a major effort to regain the initiative after the January Viet Cong attack. Officials report 215 enemy killed, 22 suspects seized, three arms caches uncovered, with U S losses listed as 51 killed and 94 wounded. The operation aims to restore security and confidence in five provinces north and west of the capital while Saigon itself becomes part of the battle plan.
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RFK to decide on 1968 Democratic bid tomorrow
UPI reports Senator Robert F. Kennedy said he would announce tomorrow whether he will challenge President Johnson for the Democratic nomination. Kennedy, who had signaled possible entry into Oregon and California primaries, indicated he would decide in the next days. An adviser said a bid was likely, as McCarthy of Minnesota pressed his own candidacy.
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Gold price soars as Paris market sets new high
In Paris the price of gold rose to 44.36 dollars an ounce, surpassing the 35 dollar US guarantee. Hong Kong speculators pushed rates to 40.47 while London suspended trading by government order. France declined to join other nations in gold pool actions. The Bank of France normally caps the price but today the Paris rate moved with local supply and demand due to lack of fresh pool supplies.
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Kennecott Copper Corp Reaches Tentative 54 Cent Pay Pact
Kennecott Copper Corp announced a tentative contract offering a 54 cent per hour wage increase as a first major break in White House talks to resolve the eight month copper industry strike. The agreement covers 19 000 workers but does not guarantee an immediate return to work. Union demands at local Kennecott plants in Utah Nevada Arizona New Mexico and at Kennecott Refining near Baltimore remain unresolved.
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Senate foreign relations panel hearing aims at policy oversight
Officials and experts testified on U S foreign policy aims and oversight mechanisms. The session evaluated diplomatic strategies, security commitments, and potential reform proposals affecting international relations and national interests.
Detroit Teamsters Accept Offer in 121 Day Strike
Detroit News workers vote 356 to accept a new three year contract after a prolonged strike. The settlement may resolve a key dispute with management and could end the walkout by the Teamsters at the paper.
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Johnson plans three day breather to steady dollar flight
President Johnson and top advisers, aided by Federal Reserve Board actions and Senate measures, seek a three day breathing spell to calm frantic gold buying driven by European market pressure. British actions also influence the monetary maneuver.
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Stock Market Opens Steadily Amid Global Crisis
New York Stock Exchange starts trading in orderly fashion despite international monetary crisis. Prices ease broadly with heavy trading but small declines, and market mood remains unperturbed.
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Treasury moves to stem gold outflow amid currency crisis
Economic observers warn actions may be too late as officials seek to halt gold withdrawals from Finnox and other safekeeping sites. After London's late market close, the Treasury halted further panic buying to stabilize the world’s major currency and prevent a system collapse.
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Effects of Gold Price Increase on Paychecks and Prices
AP reports on how a rise in gold prices could affect wages and consumer costs. Economists say higher gold values may devalue the dollar, lifting costs for goods and paychecks domestically while benefiting hoarders and foreign speculators immediately. Possible global trade disruption is noted.
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Senators' fiscal reports urged by ethics panel
The Senate Ethics Committee urged detailed secret financial reports from senators including federal tax returns. A four point code would publicly disclose only contributions and speaking fees above 300 dollars. Amid Baker scandal and Dodd censure the Senate may adopt some code.
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Panama impeaches president in surprise vote
Panama's National Assembly impeached President Marlos A. Robles for alleged interference in politics and ordering actions against a publisher. The assembly backed the move by a majority vote and plans to withhold removal until the May presidential elections. Robles did not comment, confirming he would face the impeachment process as required by the constitution.
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Weekend Weather Outlook With Mild Temps and Showers
The forecast projects mostly cloudy and windy conditions with mild temperatures and a chance of showers tonight and tomorrow. Lows will be in the mid thirties tonight with highs near 30 degrees tomorrow, and a 40 percent chance of precipitation tonight. The five-day outlook from Saturday through Wednesday shows above normal temperatures with highs in the forties and lows in the mid twenties to low thirties, with over half an inch of rain expected over the weekend and into early next week.
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Today's Chuckle Teases Distasteful Line About Free Evening
Lightweight cartoon caption jokes about a costly girl who is free for the evening, playing on social mores and market language. The quip aims for quick humor and a sly wink at dating norms of the era.
Nixon Heads to Oregon After Wisconsin Swing
Richard M. Nixon departs Chicago for Oregon after a day of campaigning in Wisconsin. He tells friendly crowds in central Wisconsin that the nation must move America forward again and invokes memories of his 1960 election loss to John F. Kennedy.
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McCarthy Runs Strong in New Hampshire Primary for 1968 Nomination
McCarthy, already an announced candidate, led against President Johnson in New Hampshire on Tuesday and is entered in both Oregon and California primaries. He urged Kennedy to stay out of the primaries while hinting that McCarthy delegates could switch to Kennedy if his own bid falters at Chicago’s national convention. Kennedy offered cautious cooperation and did not specify details.
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