Rusk Quizzed by Senate Panel on Vietnam Policy
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee questions Secretary of State Dean Rusk on Vietnam policy. He is expected to defend the United States bombing of targets in North Vietnam.
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1967
Page
1
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee questions Secretary of State Dean Rusk on Vietnam policy. He is expected to defend the United States bombing of targets in North Vietnam.
The Red Flag journal reports Liu Shao-chi has formed a private army to defend red state power against Mao, described as loyal to Mao’s faction yet rooted in local party and financial power. The piece notes purges and power struggles within the army and mentions banners attacking Chu Teh and Ho Lung amid broader Vietnam war policy debate in Congress.
The Mercury reports a cold spell moving in tomorrow night with lows in the upper 20s. Despite the chill, overall temperatures are expected to average near normal for the next five days.
A cold front moved through Virginia bringing cooler temperatures and clearing skies. A departing high pressure system to the east aided the return of fair weather.
Negotiators for Philadelphia Transportation Co and the Transport Workers Union reached a tentative two year contract for about 5000 workers ending a 2714 hour strike. The agreement provides a 51 cent hourly wage increase over the term with raises in 1968 and fringe benefits. The pact awaits TWU ratification and PUC fare review.
A company spokesman said management received no advance notice of the action by the Transportation Communications Employees Union. The spokesman said the raise road plans to file suit in U S District Court to obtain a temporary restraining order against the union.
Senate leaders push for a showdown this week over the antifilibuster rule as two thirds or three fifths proposals divide Republicans and Democrats. Debate centers on ending filibusters and whether majority votes can curb prolonged talks during the new Congress.
A local shoe store advertises price cuts on men s and boys footwear this week at the corner location inviting shoppers to save on popular styles and sizes.
Wenders, Inc advertises a winter sale offering about one third off on dresses coats and sportswear with emphasis on reduced prices and limited time.
Winchester names Wendell Seldon as new City Manager succeeding Lee Grant and James R. Brandon who retired yesterday. Larry L. Branner becomes street superintendent succeeding Brandon. Announcement made at December City Council meeting with Mayor Battaile and notes from Seldon letter of thanks.
U S supersonic bombers attacked the Ha Gia fuel storage area 1414 miles north northwest of Hanoi, part of a two day campaign near the capital. Elsewhere in the Mekong Delta heavy fighting left 74 Viet Cong killed near a prison camp and further clashes reported as operations Cedar Falls and Deckhouse 5 continue.
Gov. Godwin announced 8,400 state employees in clerical and related grades will get a 10 percent raise, with 15 percent for some, effective Feb. 1. The move costs $1.8 million for the remainder of the current fiscal year and reflects wages set in December 1965.
A rapid fire at McCormick Place destroyed the main exhibition hall and damaged the complex on Lake Michigan. Guard Vincent Mathews, 51, saved about 150 people by guiding them to safety as explosions and a collapsing wall occurred. Fire officials estimated 50 percent destruction and noted the cause and爆 explosions remained under investigation.
The Treasure Box announces a big sale on Wednesday and Friday featuring winter clothes and articles and Claxton Fruit Cakes priced at 75 cents. The notice highlights seasonal bargains and special bakery items for shoppers.
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