Nixon outlines Paris talks start and policy priorities
President Nixon said the Paris peace talks on Vietnam are off to a good start under his administration. He described an agenda of possible agreements and warned progress depends on the other side. He listed urgent domestic concerns and foreign policy as top priorities.
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Nine Jews and Fifteen Iraqis Hanged for Spying
Baghdad and Basra carried out dawn executions of fifteen Iraqis convicted of spying for Israel. Nine hanged in Baghdad, four in Basra, with banners on eleven bodies. The court trial occurred January 14 15 after a two week secret process approved by President El Bakr.
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Seattle Urban League chief Edwin T Pratt fatally shot
Edwin T Pratt 38, executive director of the Seattle Urban League, was shot in the forehead at his North Seattle home Sunday night. Sheriff officers say the assailants stood about 20 feet away. Pratt's widow described seeing two youths with a rifle, who fled in a car after the shooting.
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Weather Forecast for Tonight and Tomorrow
The weatherman predicts cloudy skies tonight and tomorrow with a chance of light snow tomorrow. Low temperatures will be 15 to 25 degrees, with highs tomorrow in the upper 20s to low 30s.
Navy court calls admiral to testify in Pueblo case
The Navy court of inquiry in Coronado examines Rear Adm. Frank L. Johnson and Capt. Forrest A. Pease behind closed doors over the Pueblo incident. Testimony centers on intelligence, weapon readiness, and the ship’s destruction risk before North Korea action.
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Attacks Rise Threatening Viet Nam Peace Talks
Paris AP reports Viet Cong assaults surged along the Cambodian border and in the Mekong Delta as American and South Vietnamese negotiators assess how the violence may affect the four party conference. Saigon may warn its delegate Pham Dang Lam that further attacks could obstruct peace, while U.S. officials say fighting will continue through the early talks.
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Californians Return as Flood Toll Tops Nine Deaths
About 9,000 Californians began returning home as the worst of a nine day storm subsided. Eighty six people died statewide, with many killed in traffic and mudslides. Gov Reagan put 35 million dollars in disaster aid and Nixon activated emergency funds and federal help. Telephones, railroads and roads were disrupted while evacuations continued in Santa Barbara Cucamonga San Bernardino and along the Pacific Coast Highway. National Guardsmen aided rescues and security amid looting reports across the state.
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Miss Lucy Kurtz Dies at 94 in Winchester
Winchester resident Miss Lucy Fitzhugh Kurtz age 94 died yesterday at 21 S Loudoun St. A lifelong resident and prominent UDC and DAR member, she was born November 14 1874 to Captain George W Kurtz and Mary Clayton Kurtz. Her funeral is set for Wednesday.
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Nixon Moves to Cut Johnson Era Programs
A Nixon administration official says several Johnson era programs will be cut or eliminated to align with new objectives. Budget Director Mayo urged heads of departments to review Johnson proposals and remove or scale down those not needed. The Johnson 10 percent income surtax extension remains under review for future renewal.
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Mission Opens to Crowds with Dust and Ashes Folk Group
The annual Preaching Mission opened at Market Street United Methodist Church with an opening sermon drawing 450 to 500 attendees. A youth meeting at Christ Episcopal Church drew 325 participants as the Dust and Ashes folk group performed under Rev. Henry Amidon’s supervision. Dr. Thomas J A Langford of Duke University spoke on Faith as Acceptance and returns tonight on Faith as Servanthood.
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Richmond Weather Sees Widespread Precipitation From Arctic Front
An arctic air flow over Virginia is forecast to weaken today as a low system approaches. Cold moist air ahead of the system brings widespread precipitation across the state. Winter clothing rejected for consignment after January. The Treasure Box at The Elms Restaurant opens daily 7 AM to 9 PM for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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