Terre Haute Elects New Mayor Brighton Promises Jobs and City Image
William J. Brighton sworn in as Terre Haute’s 36th mayor after Democrats won all top offices. He aims to boost jobs and improve the city image while pushing for efficient ambulance service. Other Democrats sworn in include city clerk and several council members. The article also notes Paul W. McCracken’s view on Phase 3 of economic controls following Phase 2.
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Terre Haute
William J
Bill
Elijah Tillotson
Brighton
Andrew T. Atelski
Frank P. Crawford
John S
Pete’ Lamb
Thomas H. Lenahan
Asa C. Malooley
Washington
Paul W. McCracken
President’s Council of Economic Advisers
McCracken
Nixon
Nixon attacks North Vietnam to back up policy
The U S air campaign against North Vietnam signals continued air support to Laos and Cambodia and reveals doubts about South Vietnamese defenses. Officials say the five day raid aims to protect dwindling American forces, while North Vietnam expands influence in Cambodia and Laos.
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Nixon
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North Vietnam
Vietnam
Indochina
United States
Hanoi
Washington
Laos
15 Counts Filed In Papers Case
A new 15 count indictment in the Pentagon papers case adds Daniel Ellsberg and Anthony Russo to the charges and names Vu Van Thai and Lynda Sinay as unindicted co conspirators. The counts cover conspiracy theft concealment conveying possession and retention of national defense documents with penalties up to 10 years in prison and $10 000 fines. Observers say the conspiracy count may ease the government’s proof by allowing hearsay and shared conspirator statements.
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Los Angeles
Daniel Ellsberg
Anthony J. Russo
Te Rand Corp
Vu van Thai
United States
Lynda Sinay
Ellsberg and Russo
Ellsberg
Russo
U.S. Department of Defense
Elisberg
Gvernment
U.S
Rand Corp
Now You Know About the Saraband Dance History
The Saraband was a stately dance in slow triple time of Oriental origin, resembling the Minuet, and popular in European court circles in the 17th and 18th centuries.
U Thant Ends Tenure as U.N. Secretary General
U Thant leaves the United Nations after a decade in office amid a mix of fatigue and optimism. He told reporters he is hopeful for the UN's future, noting the universality principle in reach and acknowledging potential post-tenure difficulties. The Burmese diplomat, 62, reflected on China’s admission and anticipated Germanys joining next year, while hospital care and a farewell day marked the sendoff by staff, ambassadors, and colleagues.
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N.Y
U Thant
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Thant
United Nations
Secretariat
Fl Hadj Abdoulaye
Toure
Guinea
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Body Found Near Bloomington Sailboat Tragedy
The body of 19 year old Steve Taylor of Bloomington was recovered Thursday by police divers from Monroe Reservoir in 95 feet of water after his 14 foot sailboat capsized. He drowned Monday afternoon while attempting to swim to shore.
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Ind
Steve Taylor
Monroe Reservoir
Attendance Rules Reforms Scrutinized by House Committee
A special House committee weighs tightening and easing reform rules as it prepares recommendations for the 1972 session. Proposals include more recorded teller votes, faster quorum calls, waiving noon convening limits, and penalties for habitual absenteeism, with aim to increase attendance and accountability.
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Washington
House
Cease-fire Nets Mixed Signals Across South Vietnam
U S and south Vietnamese forces join Viet Cong in a New Year cease-fire across South Vietnam while B52s and fighter-bombers raid Laos supply routes to the Ho Chi Minh trail. In Washington Dowdy convicted in a $25 000 bribery scheme and faces sentencing in seven days. Thant leaves UN with relief and resolve to continue UN ideals.
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Saigon
U.S
South Vietnam
North Vietnam
Laos
Ho Chi Minh Trail
Baltimore
John V. Dowdy
Texas Democrat
Justice Department
Dowdy
Washington
State, City, County Police Pledge Safety on Highways
State county and city law enforcement pledge safety during the New Year weekend from 6 p.m. Friday to midnight Sunday. Troopers south of Terre Haute will be on duty. Vigo County patrols will be beefed up to curb holiday crashes amid heavy drinking and last minute rushes.
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Bennie Kiburis
Indiana State Police
Kiburis
Terre Haute
Albright
James
Jim) Swift
Weather summary for Terre Haute and region
River stage 7 feet and rising. Local conditions show yesterday's high 42 and last night’s low 36 with no precipitation. Forecast: Terre Haute and vicinity mostly fair tonight and Saturday with lows 25 28 and highs 38 46. Illinois tonight partly cloudy. Dirt dust count 36 micrograms per cubic meter. Temperature readings 6 am 30 and 2 pm 34.
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Terre Haute
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