Nixon backs LBJ policy signaling united Vietnam stance
President-elect Nixon endorses Johnson era Vietnam policy and says both administrations share views on Vietnam, the Middle East, and relations with the Soviet Union. He hints at possible progress toward peace before taking office in 69 days and urges Saigon to engage in Paris talks.
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Saigon Hanoi Stand Firm on Vietnam Talks Progress
In Paris U S diplomats hope for a quick resumption of expanded Vietnam peace talks postponed from Nov 6 Saigon and Hanoi publicly resist concessions United States sources say talks could begin within two weeks while differences linger over reaching an accord with South Viet Nam President Nguyen Van Thieu Ambassador Harriman leads the US delegation as Nixon mulls an advance observer. Lodge remains in Tokyo heading diplomacy efforts.
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Abrams reports massive enemy losses in Vietnam
In a Veterans Day message Gen Cr eighton Abrams says major Communist units have suffered massive losses and retreated toward borders. Intelligence cites 80 000 to 90 000 North Vietnamese and Viet Cong in the South, with 30 000 to 40 000 withdrawn to Laos Cambodia or North Vietnam. The U S Command tallies 168 015 enemy dead this year and 411 358 since 1961. Westmoreland echoes the defeat claim, noting severe losses in battles past. No major ground fighting reported, but mortar fire continues.
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Weather map update for Terre Haute and Indiana areas
Partly cloudy and colder tonight with a fair Wednesday. Terre Haute forecast lows in the low 20s and highs around 40s. Indiana area similar through tomorrow with 10 percent precipitation chances. Illinois skies fair to partly cloudy tonight with increasing clouds and warmer by Wednesday.
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Apollo 8 to Orbit Moon During Christmas Era Mission
NASA announced Apollo 8 will attempt an orbital flight around the moon no earlier than December 21. The three astronauts would spend Christmas Eve and part of Christmas Day in lunar orbit while mission plans use plateau checks to progress.
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Rocky Mountain Range Emerged One Billion Years Ago
United Press International notes the Rocky Mountain range began forming about one billion years ago, marking it as a relatively young global mountain system in Earth's deep history.
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Nasser Opens Front-Line Maneuvers as Tiran Strait Standoff Deepens
Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser watched seven hours of tank and armored divisions from atop a tank during front-line maneuvers in the Suez area. He was joined by Defense Minister Mohammed Fawzy and Iraqi Vice Premier Hamedi Ammash as Arab capitals seek a plan after Gunnar Jarring’s peace mission collapse. Eshkol in Jerusalem demanded free passage for ships and asserted Israel would hold its control over the Tiran Strait, with diplomatic tensions rising as U Thant urged talks to resolve refugee and aid issues.
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Former Brazil pastor and minister charged in theft conspiracy
Jurors began hearing the trial of Earl S. Cummings former pastor of the First Christian Church in Brazil and Lonnie Bogers of Indianapolis on multiple theft conspiracy and securities violations charges. Some cases align with Greene County Circuit Court where Bogers has pleaded guilty and received immunity. The proceedings relate to Clay County and Vigo Circuit Court.
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Senator Jackson urges stronger NATO support from Europe
In Brussels, Senator Henry M. Jackson warned that Americans feel Europe is not contributing enough to NATO defense. He cited a link between European defense spending and U S willingness to fund mutual security, urging Allies to bolster their commitments. He spoke to the North Atlantic Assembly's military committee.
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Foreman Takes Over Ray Murder Case With Delay Granted
In Memphis a change of counsel and a 90 day continuance were granted in the James Earl Ray murder trial for the King assassination. Percy Foreman replaced Arthur Hanes as chief defense counsel, with Judge Preston Battle delaying proceedings and set to announce a new trial date after a court recess.
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Czechoslovakia Braces for Showdown Over Press Purge and Protests
In Prague the Communist leadership faces dual pressure as old guard demands a press purge while students threaten strikes, urging democratic reforms begun in January. The 160 member central committee meets Thursday amid warnings of drastic steps to curb anti-Soviet demonstrations and maintain national unity. Premier Oldrich Cernik condemns recent actions and appeals to youth.
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Mrs. Goldberg Urges Individuals To Be A Someone
Mrs Dorothy K Goldberg wife of former United Nations Ambassador Arthur J Goldberg spoke in Terre Haute on the need for individuals to strive to be a someone not just pursue professions She is author of The Creative Woman and active in education volunteer work including the National School Volunteer Program backed by Ford Foundation Seventeen cities participate in the program and she plans local boards to expand its reach It was announced she would lecture tonight Continued On Page 22 Col 5
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