Dolls from Vietnam spark Moline demon squad probe
Demolition experts will inspect several Vietnamese dolls found in Moline and nearby areas after reports they may contain explosives. Assistant Fire Chief John Acke said eight or nine dolls are on hand with about 20 calls from families who own them. Fire officials aim to test the dolls at the Army Ordinance Depot in Savanna.
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Nixon McCarthy Triumph in First Primary Vote
In Concord New Hampshire Senator Eugene J McCarthy rallied after a narrow Democratic loss to Lyndon Johnson in the Democratic primary while Richard M Nixon led the GOP with a commanding win and declared a referendum on Johnson. McCarthy predicted victory in Wisconsin urging Republican votes and noted write ins not yet counted. Robert Kennedy said he is reconsidering his role as Nixon’s margin nears eight to one over Rockefeller. The day set a record turnout with more than 156000 voters, McCarthy winning 42 percent of the NH vote and 20 of 24 delegates.
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Kennedy Says He Is Reconsidering 1968 Candidacy
Senator Robert F. Kennedy said he is actively reconsidering his role in the 1968 presidential race after New Hampshire results. He noted MacCarthy’s 42 percent showing signals Democratic concern over policy, and cited Senate hearings and Johnson administration inaction on Southeast Asia and urban unrest as factors.
Johnson says President will be Commander in Chief on Vietnam policy
White House says Johnson will decide on Vietnam with full Commander in Chief authority. Secretary Rusk testified that the President would consult Congress if more troops are needed, though Fulbright and other lawmakers urged advance consultation. The exchange highlighted American unease over a potential troop increase.
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Rhodesian death row clemency for 35 revived
Salisbury Rhodesia government under Prime Minister Ian Smith reprieved 35 Africans condemned to death. The action, announced by Clifford Du Pont, officer administering the government, followed cabinet advice and prioritized cases with strongest clemency claims due to the lapse of time since conviction. Four had stayed executions since Monday.
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Krakow Students Clash With Police in Unrest Ties to Warsaw
Thousands of Jagellonian University students took to Krakow streets joining protests sparked by Warsaw unrest. Police in riot gear halted marches and sealed central areas as demonstrators shouted freedom and banners read Warsaw is not.
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Hughes calls for bombing halt in Vietnam
Des Moines governor and Democratic Senate hopeful Harold E. Hughes urged halting U.S. bombing of North Vietnam even without Communist concessions. He questioned bombing effectiveness, said peace talks should follow if nations push for peace, and kept withdrawal of U.S. forces off the table. He noted Eugene McCarthy’s New Hampshire showing and avoided tying his stance to McCarthy’s campaign.
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Iowa Weather: Clear to partly cloudy through Thursday
United Press International reports Iowa will see clear to partly cloudy skies through Thursday with overnight lows in the 20s and daytime highs reaching the 50s. Friday outlook is cloudy and mild with a chance of showers or thunderstorms.
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B52s Hit Khe Sanh Area To Slow Vietcong Supply Lines
U S B52s bombed a high speed Communist supply road toward Khe Sanh to ease the siege threat. Reports say American and Allied forces killed 519 North Vietnamese in heavy fighting around Khe Sanh and nearby Dong Ha and Cua Viet as heavy combat continued along the Ho Chi Minh Trail corridor.
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County Board of Supervisors Proceedings Date March 5
The county board convened on March 5 with routine approvals and minutes of prior meetings. Officials noted agenda items, including budget reviews, committee reports, and public locale concerns addressed during adjournment.
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