Mansfield proposes sealing off South Vietnam to halt infiltration
Senate Leader Mike Mansfield floated a plan to block Communist infiltration by establishing a defensive line from the 17th Parallel into Laos if peace talks fail. He argued this could be a better way to halt raids while U Thant urged patience as diplomatic efforts continue. Vietnamese officials and U.N. authorities were referenced in discussions.
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Washington
UPI
Senate
Er Cas
Mike Mansfield
U.S
South Vietnam
Laos
Montana Democrat
Mansfield
Saigon
Johnson
U.N
Security Council
Moyers
Vietnam
U Thant
February 12 Ceasefire Extension Hint Emerges
A report notes a suggestion to extend the February 12 ceasefire, with discussions and possible negotiations under way. It mentions key figures and the potential impact on ongoing tensions and regional stability.
Six million dollar projects top state building plan
Gov. Tim Babcock recommends a 26.9 million biennial capital budget and a 10 year, 57.1 million building program. The plan splits 34.8 million for university and education, 12.8 million for institutional jobs, and 9.5 million for agency needs, with 11.4 million in federal matching funds. The first phase includes a 13.3 million science complex project.
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Helena
Tim Babcock
Babcock
Ae of
Montana
Speed king Campbell dies in Bluebird crash at Coniston
Donald Campbell perished when the hydroplane Bluebird failed to stay on course at Coniston. The record seeker aimed for 400 mph on land and 300 mph on water, leaving behind a legacy tied to his late father Sir Malcolm Campbell. Witnesses recalled his superstition and premonition as the craft disappeared from the lake.
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Donald Campbell
Bluebird
Coniston
England
Donald Malcolm Campbell
Sir Malcolm Campbell
Campbell
Mary Queen of Scots
Inquest Today Into Butte Pedestrian Death
Coroner Leo L. Jacobsen will open an inquest at 1 today on the fourth floor of the courthouse into the November 14 death of Kenneth M. Gavigan 44. Gavigan died of a broken neck and was found at about 1 15 a m in the 900 block of North Main under circumstances suggesting a hit man driver. An FBI report on physical evidence gathered by the sheriff s office is expected to be part of testimony with Deputy County Atty F Lee Williams to represent the state.
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Leo L. Jacobsen
Kenneth M. Gavigan
Gavigan
North Main
FBI
Sheriff’s Office
F. Lee Williams
Military garb inspires newest women’s fashions
New York fashion writers during semiannual press week observed military inspired styles. Brass epaulets glimmer on double breasted coats with fitted waists for mobility while ensembles ranged from plaid suits to little black dresses as restrained accents. Monte-Sano showcased skirts while Ben Reig mixed military touches with fan-pleated skirts.
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NEW York
Monte-Sano
House of Ben Reig
Garrison Pollution Eyed by Legislature
Senators Elmer Flynn and John L. McKeon call on the federal government to probe air pollution in Garrison. They urge Governor Babcock to seek a conference with HEW on the issue, noting it may take years to achieve control under the Clean Air Act authority.
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Senate
Tim Babcock
Garrison
Federal
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare
Butte freshmen take over in new Legislative Assembly
Butte freshmen Bob Lee and Pat Williams, Silver Bow County, assume duties as part of a seven Democrat delegation in a Republican House. The photo shows their obvious enjoyment as they begin legislative duties.
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Bob Lee
Pat Williams
Silver Bow County
Legislative Assembly
Butte
Jim Oset
Missoula Legislators Push Air Pollution Control Bill
Missoula County representatives back HB8 creating a seven member Air Pollution Control Commission with 75000 to 75000 dollars for the next biennium. Sen. Flynn and four Missoula County senators support the measure amid previous veto Bracing debate. Government officials and industry observers note potential for swift action as a statewide council looms.
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Missoula County
Air Pollution Control Commission
Senate
Edward T. Dussault
Missoula
Elmer Flynn
Flynn
Tim Babcock
Missoulians
State Air Conservation Council
Montana Air Pollution Control Legislative Study Committee
Babcock
Walkerville Mayor objects to city county consolidation bill
City officials including Walkerville Mayor Thomas Powers and Councilman Shea discussed a 43 page Montana city county consolidation bill said to originate with the Butte Chamber of Commerce The measures would shift power from the people and have been circulated secretly with protests planned to state leagues and Silver Bow delegates.
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Powers
Montana
Shea
Butte Chamber of Commerce
Silver Bow County
Walkerville
Montana Municipal League
Silver Bow
City seeks accounting of metro sewer costs
The Butte City Council on its first 1967 meeting urged Silver Bow County and the Metro Sewer District to publicize the total construction costs and to disclose how maintenance assessments are spent. The council approved a letter requesting a full audit of the Metro Sewer books and asked for a public statement on funds collected and niiden use.
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Butte
Silver Bow County
Metro Sewer District
Sioners
Metro
Viet Cong Release of American Prisoners Reported
Page 10 item notes a Viet Cong release of American prisoners likely in the ongoing conflict coverage. Details are sparse but indicate a notable prisoner exchange development and potential shifts in hostilities. The brief references no names or dates.
Senate approves feed bill at record $645000 for 40th Montana Legislature
The Montana Senate approved HB 1, the feed bill, to fund the 40th Legislature. The $645,000 appropriation covers session costs, higher than the prior $475,000 in 38th/last apportionment due to more members and higher pay. The bill now goes to presiding officers for signature before Tim Babcock.
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Helena
Montana
Senate
Tim Babcock
Former MSU Student Curtis T. Ando Killed in Vietnam
Curtis T. Ando, a 22-year-old Marine private and former Montana State University student from Powell Wyoming, was killed Tuesday in Vietnam while on patrol. He had been in Vietnam seven weeks.
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Helena
Marine Corps
Curtis T. Ando
Montana State University
Vietnam
Pentagon
Ando
Powell, Wyo
Butte Anaconda Snow Deepens Overnight Weather
Heavy snow today continues across Butte Anaconda with diminishing conditions late Thursday and Friday. Colder Friday with 100 percent precipitation today and 60 percent tonight. High near 30, low around 15. One year ago in Butte: 40 and 14. Weather chart on page.
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Butte - Anaconda
Butte
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