Author defends book on Hughes
Clifford Irving says the voice heard in a telephone news conference was not Howard Hughes, while McGraw-Hill chief insists the voice matched Hughes. Irving argues the caller would know about the H-1 plane incident, and questions the voice print tests as he seeks to defend his forthcoming autobiography.
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Baton Rouge gun battle leaves four dead in protests
In Baton Rouge Louisiana a gun battle during a confrontation left two sheriff's deputies and two Black demonstrators dead. Police reported 25 injuries including officers and a newsman. National Guardsmen were activated and a curfew imposed after demonstrations escalated in a Black neighborhood.
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Nixon Receives African Gifts From Trip
Mrs. Richard Nixon disclosed two presents for her husband’s 59th birthday after returning from Africa. The gifts include a khaki safari jacket and gold cufflinks.
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Bitter Montana blast sets Butte temp at 15 degrees
A Monday deep freeze hit Butte and much of Montana with winds up to 65 mph at the airport and a 15 degree reading. The wind chill shifted to 33 below zero at 50 mph, but winds eased by late afternoon. Roads remained snow covered with icy spots. all area roads were open in fair condition.
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Humphrey Opens Bid with Pledge to the Little Guy
Sen. Hubert H. Humphrey launched his presidential campaign in Philadelphia and then Florida, pledging to take his message directly to the people and urging immediate U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam. He stressed leadership, rebuilding cities, and renewed faith, with Florida’s March 14 primary and a crowded field ahead.
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ALPA Ordered to Return Hughes Airwest Pilots to Work
In Los Angeles a federal injunction required the Air Line Pilots Association to recall 380 Hughes Airwest pilots to resume flying despite a concurrent mechanics strike. Judge Harry Pregerson ordered restoration of the status quo as of December 18, when pilots were told not to be available to fly Hughes aircraft.
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Rahman Arrives in Bangladesh as First President
Sheik Mujibur Rahman returned to Dhaka to a massive welcome as Bangladesh’s first president. He proclaimed ties with Pakistan broken, rejected Bhutto’s offer to stay united, and urged an international tribunal for atrocities. He warned against any Pakistani adventurism, while pledging laws to deal with collaborators. Cannon salutes accompanied the ceremony at the Dacca racecourse.
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Butte Local Development promotes area with pricey brochures
Butte leaders and business interests gathered at the Finlen House to view 8000 brochures costing 31000 to sell Butte and the industrial park. LDC director Steve Buttress said three manufacturing jobs at 8000 to 9000 yearly wages would recoup the cost through subsequent job creation.
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Butte Weather Outlook Variable clouds and wind
Variable cloudiness and windy conditions forecast for Butte with a chance of snow. Today's high near 28 degrees and a low around 5. Details appear on Weather map Page 2.
Youth grabs $4.3 million envelope on Wall Street
A youth about 14 snatched a manila envelope with 4.308 million dollars in securities from a United States Trust Co. messenger in Manhattan's financial district. About 3.8 million in treasury notes and 498 thousand in registered bonds were taken, plus a 10 thousand dollar NYC check. The bank stated its losses are fully insured.
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Mighty ocean liner sinks to bottom
Hong Kong harbor authorities report arson not ruled out as the 83,000-ton former luxury liner Queen Elizabeth burns for 24 hours and capsizes, sinking about noon after fire twists steel and collapses 11 decks. Fire service notes the blaze consumed the ship rapidly while it sat in Hong Kong Harbor.
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Surgeon General warns smoke in cars harms nonsmokers
A U S government report shows carbon monoxide from cigarette smoke can injure nonsmokers in smoke filled rooms or cars, especially those with heart or lung disease. Levels in thoroughly smoked spaces reach 20 to 80 parts per million, prompting renewed emphasis on CO as a major smoking hazard alongside tar and nicotine.
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