SP mishaps spark public ire over Benson blast
A Arizona Corporation Commission inspector blames a hot air-brake shoe sliver for the Benson explosion that shattered 12 SP freight cars and blew up Navy bombs. He accuses SP and federal laxity, cites LA derailment and Roseville bomb explosions, and notes Tucson fears over shipments of munitions while calling for tougher regulation rather than a ban on SP trains through the state.
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U.S. Posts First 19 Month Trade Surplus in April
A Commerce report shows April exports exceeding imports by 196 million dollars, the first surplus in 19 months. The gain follows Nixon's dollar devaluation which makes imports pricier and exports cheaper, though the outlook remains uncertain for the year.
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Department of Commerce
Nixon
U.S
Fannin urges continued pressure to locate MIAs in Indochina
In Phoenix last week Senator Paul Fannin argued that sustained U S military pressure in Cambodia and Laos is essential to determine the fate of the 1300 Americans listed as missing in action. He urged the government to use all resources to locate MIAs despite defense claims of vigorous pursuit.
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Paul Fannin
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Laos
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Arizona
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Ethnic Pressures Keep Biaggi in New York City Mayoral Race
In a heated battle over party backing, Mario Biaggi remains the Conservative nominee for New York City mayor despite rumors of grand jury questions being avoided. Publisher Daniel Mahoney faced resistance from county leaders who opposed ousting Biaggi, with oral conflicts fueled by ethnic considerations and the allure of Italian pride amid a rival candidacy by John Marchi on the Republican side.
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New York
Prager
Grand Jury
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Machiavelli
Dante
Michaelangelo
New York City
John Marchi
Watergate nerves Arabs cashing in millions
A narrator in London tours a currency panic around Watergate fears. Arab sheiks cash in dollars while speculating on the dollar’s value, noting large stacks and plans to sell before devaluation. The dialogue plays on Nixon and Agnew doubts and the risk to travelers.]
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London
Southern France Tourism Ruining Landscape
John P. Roche recounts a political traveler’s impact on a Provence trip. He criticizes rapid Mediterranean development and dated inflation while noting noisy nights in Nice and high fuel costs. He warns travelers to avoid central hotels and highlights regional sights like Aigues-Mortes and a Romanesque church.
This Is Your Death TV Showcase Proposal
A letter argues for live televised executions to deter crime. The writer imagines a two part program hosted by Ralph Edwards, featuring crime scene photos, victim tributes, and the execution, claiming high ratings and two aims deterrence and punishment. Copyright 1972.
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