U S agents seize $100 million heroin shipped in freezer
Federal agents seized 209 pounds of heroin valued at about 185 million raw, later worth 100 million after dilution, hidden in a freezer at Chief Warrant Officer Herman Conder's trailer home near Columbus Georgia. Conder and six others were arrested, with connections to New York and Miami Beach figures.
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LBJ invites NATO allies to join US space effort
President Johnson announced at a White House dinner with West German Chancellor Ludwig Erhard that he will invite West Germany and other European allies to join America's space program. A high level delegation led by James E Webb will consult with European leaders on an ambitious joint plan for space collaboration early next year.
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Council hearing flags unclear state lay official stance
Lorain city leaders hear a state official refuse to clarify the situation that led to a $134,000 drop in city tax revenue. The day's session also notes school board plans that could unlock $221,000 in federal aid and mentions upcoming pages covering snow impact, Avon Lake water plant expansion, Oberlin council procedures, and North Ridgeville bus and local matters.
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Washington's Christmas decision to escalate Vietnam war
President Johnson plans to double U S commitment in South Vietnam raising calls for manpower up to 400 000 troops in 1966 and possible war declaration The defense on the ground shows mixed results with Viet Cong control of much countryside despite some American victories Turn to page 4 col 1
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McCray presses probe into Elyria cable franchise
Elyria attorney J William McCray accused political and economic pressures shaped the Elyria Telerama franchise vote. He pledged a detailed investigation, saying outside influences affected the council close to decisive seven votes. Council ruling and emergency passage issues left the franchise in limbo, with 1966 effects possible.
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McNamara Orders Major Cuts in Military Construction
Defense Secretary Robert McNamara unveils a plan to defer 620 million in military construction, deferring housing and modernization projects while preserving weapons programs. The cuts aim to trim spending by about half without weakening U.S. combat capability in Vietnam.
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Titan 3D Launch Sends Piggyback Satellites Skyward
CAPE KENNEDY UPS Titan 3D rocket lifts four piggyback satellites into a 99 to 105 mile orbit. Two experimental communications satellites ride nose position along with an amateur radio moonlet and a solar science satellite. The mission marks a bold unmanned test in a challenging year for US space programs.
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School building program urged by Elyria official
Elyria state of growth spurs call for new elementary schools by 1967 as population rises by about 500 pupils yearly. Dr George B Smittle reports crowded rooms and 13 unused spaces. failure to pass levies slowed hiring, risking a 1967 classroom shortage without a building plan. The board hires consultant Willis White to survey prospects for sites and a future levy.
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Elyria
George B. Smittle
Upci
Willis Whitehead
Shaker Heights
Privet Hedge Predictor Claims Polar Winter Ahead
Amherst resident William Linn says his privet hedge signals a cold winter if leaves stay on. after 40 years of observation he notes thick blackish foliage today and predicts a harsh season. Today marks the year's shortest day as wintry conditions spread across the country.
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Weather Brief: Light Snow and Cold Overnight
Light snow today with a high around 205. Partly cloudy and cold tonight with a low near 2227. Warmer and more clouds Wednesday with regional variation and minimal temperature change.
Five U S planes shot down in Vietnam air war
Five American aircraft were shot down over North Vietnam in a 24 hour stretch, with seven crewmen believed killed. U S bombers targeted the Uong Bi power plant near Haiphong as Mig fighters appeared. two planes were downed on returning from a chase.
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Teenage page runs tomorrow in The Chronicle Telegram
The teenage page published each Tuesday by The Chronicle Telegram will appear in tomorrow's edition.
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Not Forgotten Box Countdown For Christmas Toys
The Salvation Army lists nearly 400 needy families for Christmas aid as the Not Forgotten Box in the C T lobby overflows with toys. Final countdown at 6 p m tomorrow heightens concern about meeting one to two gifts per child and the Chronicle Telegram staff follows the anxious finish.
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