Johnson gains in popularity in Harris survey
Washington UPI report notes President Johnson's handling of the Middle East crisis and talks with Soviet Premier Kosygin boosting his rating to 58 percent, the highest since taking office. The gain, driven by independents and Republicans, narrows his lead over Romney and Nixon in contrast to earlier support for Romney.
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Model Airplane Flyer Killed in Park Collision
In Flushing Meadow Park New York a 43 year old man Roger Colon was killed while helping his 12 year old son Philip fly a gasoline powered model airplane in a restricted area. Police said a rival model plane dove and struck him in the back of the head as he knelt to start his son's plane.
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Marines Fight North Viet Regulars In Severe North Surge
U S and South Vietnamese forces clash across I Corps as Marine units contend with a regimental strength North Vietnamese assault near Con Thien and Gio Linh. Air strikes spark numerous secondary fires northwest of Hanoi as U S ships bomb targets south of the DMZ. A Navy rescue swimmer completes a dangerous extraction, saving a downed pilot under fire.
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Gala To Climax Meredith March Climax In Canton Miss
James Meredith announced he would end his march through Mississippi in Canton tomorrow with a Fourth of July celebration. Canton leaders planned the holiday welcome for the 34 year old air force veteran who walked with 25 companions amid heavy rain. Canton is a 3,000 population city that is 87 percent Negro.
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U.N. Mideast Vote Sparks High Stakes Debate
The U.N. assembly debates two rival Middle East resolutions amid deadlock between a nonaligned plan calling for immediate Israeli withdrawal and a Latin American draft demanding ceasefire and broader peace steps. Diplomats weigh votes and possible delaying tactics as power brokers seek a two thirds majority.
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Dam Break Threat Looms Over Laurel Hill Lake
Lawrenceburg Tennessee officials warn Laurel Hill Lake dam may fail as seepage increases on the 75 foot high earthen barrier. If it fails a 49 foot wall of water could race toward the Big Buffalo River at 30 mph. residents 20 miles away would have about 40 minutes warning. The lake holds 3.6 billion gallons, is two miles long, and lies in Lawrence County about 50 miles southwest of Nashville. Downstream residents have been warned and livestock moved to higher ground.
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Fighting Breaks Out Between Israel and Egypt
Israel and Egypt clash over Suez Canal positions with reports of Egyptian cross canal incursions near Ras El Vish and Ras El Ish, followed by Israeli fire and Egyptian armament losses. Cairo claims progress while regional observers doubt a major offensive. Bundled updates note refugee returns policy and Podgorny’s Damascus talks.
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Plan Economy Boost Paris Under Pompidou Presidency
Premier Georges Pompidou says France may need fair and energetic measures to kickstart the economy if it remains in the doldrums. He notes slowdowns in neighboring countries and a lack of confidence, with excessive saving cited as a restraint. The report also mentions Israel not expected to launch a major offensive as tensions rise in the region.
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Watervliet Fireman Stricken at 48
Watervliet Fireman Unit President Mr. Canga, who would have been 49 July 19, died in Watervliet after decades with the department. He joined in 1950 and was a member of St Basil's Greek Orthodox Church. Surviving are four sisters residing in Watervliet and nearby cities. Funeral at 10 a.m. Wednesday from St Basil's Church Troy with interment at St Basil's Cemetery Colonie.
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Pittsfield
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Peddler Sells Pot Catnip to Teens on Ocean City Boardwalk
Four teenage boys attempted to buy marijuana on Ocean City New Jersey boardwalk. They were sold catnip reefers for 75 cents each by a long haired bearded peddler who admitted the fact. Police ordered him out of town after the incident occurred Saturday.
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