Duryea Denies Pressuring Casey to Resign
Speaker Perry B. Duryea said he did not ask Joseph Casey to resign as sergeant at arms. Casey announced his resignation citing SIC testimony and threats of a grand jury. Duryea accepted the resignation. Casey claimed party committee pressure motivated his step down.
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Market Dip Lowest Tuesday Since 1966
The Dow Jones industrial average slid 10.22 points to 773.83, down 1.3 percent, its lowest since October 13, 1966, with the year’s high of 968.85 on May 14 now far above. Analysts say pressures from the October rally’s end weigh on the market.
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Army Seen Too Late On Trial Of Calley
Defense argues Calley remained in the Army past his Sept 6 discharge and thus lacked jurisdiction for court martial. They cite Supreme Court rulings that court martial is constitutionally inferior to jury trials and may violate equal protection. Charges filed Sept 5, referred Nov 24. defense says no clear need for a court martial if discipline and order do not require it.
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Plumber Cosa Nostra Figures Testify At Kennedy Hearings
FBI transcripts portray DeCavalcante and associates discussing Cosa Nostra murders and changing weapons, while Kennedy extends a no interview order to witnesses and targets media outlets for possible prosecution. The hearing also covers My Lai coverage and statements by Medina and others.
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South Mall Plan Could Reach One Billion Dollar Price
Albany planners outlined a vast South Mall project extending from the Capitol to provide about 3.2 million square feet of state offices and facilities for 11 000 workers. A five story platform with ten buildings will include a 44 story tower and 23 story agencies, a bus terminal and museum. Total cost estimates rose from 250 million to 670 million with art budgets of two million. The project would be financed by lease purchase with state rent to retire bonds and ownership after bonds are paid, likely after 2000.
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Long Reign of Pepi II in Ancient Egypt
The longest known reign belongs to Pepi II of Egypt, lasting about 90 years. His extended rule is noted as both lengthy and impactful in ancient times.
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Union College Receives $2500 Reader's Digest Grant
Union College Schenectady announced a $2500 Reader's Digest Foundation grant to the Readers' Digest Scholarship Fund. The scholarship established in 1967 is presented annually by the school.
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Largest Ever Crackdown Targets New Jersey Crime Ring
Federal indictments charge 55 individuals with interstate gambling violations tied to a New Jersey operation. Four named on extortion charges include Charles Majuri and Al lesio Barroso among others. Investigators link the ring to loan sharking schemes and threats to collect debts.
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Democratic Government On Its Way Out In Peru
In Lima Peru AP reports the new year will end the last vestiges of democratic elected government as Peru's mayors and city councils complete their three year terms.
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Conflicts Plague Theater in 1969 Cultural Divide
In 1969 theater faced rising conflicts over script control and explicit content as the era split between elder and youth tastes. Donors, universities, and touring groups clashed with censors while Off-Off-Broadway thrived and debates around Hair and other shows fueled tensions across Broadway.
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Investigation In Yonkers Probes Gambling Ties
Federal action was reported as fragmentary with a grand jury in Albany since mid October. FBI Albany Special Agent Leo Conroy refused comment on possible or existing local probes into organized gambling around Troy. Rensselaer County DA Don Cholakis said his office has not participated, but other agencies may be involved. Paul French of the U.S. Attorney's office would not confirm current proceedings.
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Nixon plan to withdraw troops sparks war prolongation claim
North Viet Nam and Viet Cong delegations at the Paris peace talks condemned President Nixon's order to pull 50 000 more American troops from South Vietnam as a ploy to extend the war Their statements in East Berlin and via Tass Radio Hanoi echoed the claim that Vietnamization will continue fighting and blamed the stalemate on Nixon The Communists demanded total U S troop withdrawal and a coalition government in Saigon to end the war
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Canadian Playing Cards as Temporary Currency in 17th Century
During the late 17th century Canada faced a money shortage around 1685. Playing cards were used as currency, each card representing a set amount and signed by the Colonial Governor. Intended as a France funded interim measure, the practice persisted for more than 70 years.
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