Biafra Surrenders as Nigerian Forces Tighten Grip
Nigerian troops seize the Biafran airstrip after months of siege while heavy fighting incursions continue elsewhere. Odumegwu Oyukwu leaves the country seeking peace as Britain and the United States mobilize aid efforts and relief planes land near Ah.
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Judge Webber to retire amid age ruling in Lorain County
Judge Henry P Webber head of Lorain County domestic relations and juvenile court divisions says he will retire rather than seek reelection after an Ohio Supreme Court ruling set 70 as the age for judges. The move opens a Democratic primary with Lorain Municipal Judge John Kelena running and Cleveland-born Webber's son Henry T Webber among expected candidates.
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U S to Withdraw 50 000 Troops From Vietnam by April
The US Command announces major units leaving Vietnam by April 15 including the 1st Infantry Division the 26th Marine Regiment and the 3rd Brigade of the 4th Infantry Division. Also exiting are three squadrons from the 12th Tactical Fighter Wing and various support units.
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Lausche ends run for Ohio office this year
Former Ohio governor and U S senator Frank J Lausche, 74, says he will not seek public office this year. He ruled out gubernatorial or senatorial bids amid wife’s opposition and public urging. Lausche previously served as Cleveland mayor and held multiple elected roles before a 1968 primary defeat.
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Oil slick anniversary fuels anti pollution crusade
A year after the Santa Barbara Channel blowout at Platform A 21 the city and nation confront ongoing oil leaks and a growing clash between anti pollution activists and federal authorities plus oil companies. The disaster triggered lasting outrage as politicians scientists and residents seek accountability and cleanup action.
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Beisan Valley clashes end 10-day lull with fire
Israeli reports say mortar and machine gun fire rattled Beisan Valley breaking a 10 day quiet. Arab guerrillas in Jordan allegedly fired on two border patrols near Moaz Haim and Beit Yosef as Israeli units returned fire with no casualties.
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Weather in the 20s with snow flurries forecast
Cloudy conditions bring occasional snow flurries tonight and tomorrow with a slight dip in temperatures. Lows near 20 tonight and highs in the mid 20s tomorrow. Wednesday stays cold with scattered flurries and a 30 percent precipitation chance. West to northwest winds around 15 mph tonight and tomorrow. Sunset 5 18. Sunrise 7 53. High 22 last night 9. Low 21 this morning.
Top level changes at The Chronicle Telegram leadership reshuffle
Lorain based Chronicle Telegram names Arthur D Hudnutt as president succeeding the late A C Hudnutt Mr Hudnutt becomes publisher while Otto B Schoepfle remains treasurer and chief financial officer and first chairman. The changes distribute duties across a larger management team as the paper expands.
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