Amherst coach Reacts to Munich Olympic killings and protests
Amherst coach Richard Cooley and Oberlin’s Tommie Smith voiced shock over the deaths of athletes at the Munich Games and condemned politics entering the Olympics. Cooley defended the event’s sporting focus while Smith acknowledged political overtones but opposed violent acts.
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Amherst
Munich
Richard Cooley
Marion L. Steele
Oberlin College
Tommie Smith
Smith
Mexico City
John Carlos
Cooley
Ruhpolding
Pat
Smyth
Steele
Olympic tragedy cripples Munich as 11 Israelis die
Arab gunmen storm the Israeli team’s Olympic Village bunker, killing 11 athletes and grievously wounding others. West German forces conducted a failed ambush at Fuerstenfeldbruck Airport as hostage rescue attempts continued amid global mourning and a resumed Olympic program.
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Munich
Olympic Village
Israel
Fuerstenfeldbruck
NATO
Manatrol plans $5 million plant in Elyria hinge on union
Parker Hannifin Manatrol Division plans a 160000 square foot manufacturing plant on Taylor Street in Elyria at an estimated cost of $5 million. The project hinges on contract terms with Local 1282 of the International Association of Machinists, whose current agreement expires September 30.
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Parker Hannifin
Manatrol
Elyria
Taylor Street
Chronicle Telegram
International Association of Machinists
Glover-Marsh
Perry Court
Lake Avenue
Michigan
HCT Corp
First Day School Race Ends With Missed Gear
A humorous scene captures children leaving class as they clutch umbrella and briefcase props in a playful race. Despite lighthearted chaos, mothers smile over the comical image and the photographer credits Dave Jones.
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Dave Jones
CTs Mini Page Scores With Kids and Parents
A page in CT's Mini Page delights children and parents alike with playful features and classroom friendly activities. The compact section embraces family reading, crafts, and educational games designed to engage young readers.
Israel calls for expulsion of terrorists after Munich murders
Jerusalem reports state it will hold nations aiding Arab guerrillas responsible for the Munich Olympic killings. Premier Golda Meir thanks West Germany for efforts to free hostages and vows to press for action to uproot guerrilla bases abroad. The cabinet demands measures to paralyze activities of Arab cells overseas.
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Germany
Munich
Jerusalem
Israel
Golda Meir
Meir
Reret
Arab press defends guerrilla group after Munich killings
Arab newspapers rallied to the Palestinian guerrillas following the Munich Olympics slayings and other attacks. The Egyptian Gazette urged continued action until Palestinian rights are restored, while Al Moharer argued public opinion must be shocked into impartiality and oppose Israel.
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Israel
Beirut
al Moharref
Palestine Liberation
Munich
Tel Aviv
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UPI
Avery Brundage
International Olympic Committee
Olympic Stadium
John J Gilligan
West Germany
Bonn
Willy Brandt
Brandt
Brundage
Black September Movement
North Sea
Kiel
Moshe Weinberg
Josef Romano
Shaker Heights
Ohio
Cleveland
Otto Merk
Union
By Jerry Drake
North Ridgeville
Council
Mre Meir
Nixon
McGovern
Democratic Party
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