Army Recruits Face Tougher Sell As Draft Fades
Army Air Force Navy and Marine recruiters report rising difficulty in meeting quotas as draft notices decline and the lottery appears to reduce the chance of service. Generals McGovern Westmoreland and Resor say a major shift to an all volunteer force requires nationwide changes, new programs, and stronger public support.
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Heloise’s Readers Share Craft Ideas and Tips
A collage of reader tips and anecdotes from DEAR HELOISE includes making a scout badge pillow from felt and stockings, ginger snap gravy, embossed Christmas card art, safe reheating of TV dinners, storing thread in prescription bottles, and a white corsage alternative using a candle ring.
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White Panther Dies at Miami Zoo Princess
White tiger Princess, imported from India three years ago, was found dead in her Crandon Park Zoo cage in Miami. Zoo officials planned an autopsy to rule out foul play, though no evidence of foul play has been found. a male tiger was due to arrive during Christmas holidays to be her mate.
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Westmoreland Calls for Public Support of Army Volunteers
Army Chief of Staff General William C. Westmoreland urged the public to back a future all volunteer Army. He said the service must be personally satisfying, rewarding, and professionally stimulating, and emphasized that public support must be visible audible and tangible to attract high caliber soldiers.
New Jersey Lottery Starts With Strong Sales
Retail outlets faced crowds on the first day of New Jersey lottery sales as demand far exceeded expectations. About 1.5 million tickets were sold with 1,853 brokers selling out and banks supplying more tickets. first prize in the weekly drawing is $50,000 and tickets cost 50 cents.
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