Mass Iraqi spy trial reported amid Baghdad embassy protest
Demonstrators besieged Britain's Embassy in Baghdad in protest against Britain's reaction to the mass execution of 14 men accused of spying for Israel. Radio Baghdad said 10,000 Iraqis marched with banners denouncing British imperialism, though no damage occurred.
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Two Planes Hijacked To Cuba Yesterday
Miami reports detail a series of hijackings Tuesday and Wednesday. Eastern Air Lines, National Airlines and two Propjet Electras were seized, with passengers diverted to Cuba or held aboard until return to Florida. Flight crews describe the hijacker actions and threats amid a wave of sky pirate activity.
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Tet Truce Sought Amid Viet Cong and Saigon Debate
In Saigon the government signals a lunar new year truce for Tet Feb 17 while the Viet Cong vows a seven day cease-fire from Feb 15 to Feb 22. The U S reports three American helicopters shot down with three crew wounded as the offensive date looms.
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Slower December Rise in Living Costs Takes Edge Off
Washington AP reports December's living costs rose two tenths of one percent while 1968 still posted a 4.7 percent annual rise, the sharpest in 17 years. Food costs climbed six tenths and housing five tenths. average weekly earnings rose 5.5 percent but were eroded by higher prices.
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Winchester Preaching Mission Canceled Amid Freezing Rain
The 10 30 A M and noon functions of the Winchester Preaching Mission were canceled today due to freezing rain. The 7 30 evening service remains scheduled. Retail notices include inventory closure at Montgomery Ward Thursday and various ads for sales and dining venues.
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Nearsighted Poodle Is Back Home in Berkeley
BERKELEY Calif AP Mr Charlie the nearsighted giant poodle returned after three weeks missing with out his glasses Harold Nash said Tuesday the 120 pound dog was in excellent shape but very dirty An optometrist fitted prescription glasses and an obstacle course helped him adjust over six weeks Then three more months of getting used to tinted lenses with a strap He rode home after sighting in Oakland and a woman delivered him Nash immediately returned his glasses.
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Oakland
Wolfe Heads Firemen's Executive Association
Thomas Wolfe of South End Fire Company was elected president of the Winchester Firemen's Executive Association for 1969. Elected with him were Arthur Spaid first vice president Albert Robinson second vice president Fred Shoemaker third vice president Charles Robertson fourth vice president Robert Wells secretary Harold Bageant treasurer. The association includes officers from Winchester's four fire companies.
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South End Fire Company
Winchester Firemen’s
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Rouss Fire Company
Albert Robinson
Sarah Zane Fire Company
Fred Shoemaker
Friendship Fire Company
Charles Robertson
South End
Robert Wells
Reuss
Harold Bageant
Sarah Zane
Winchester
Freezing Rain Closes Schools and Delays Mail
Freezing rain glazed streets turning travel hazardous as public schools in Winchester and nearby counties closed. A warming trend was slow to arrive with temperatures hovering below freezing. mail deliveries were uncertain though a Bloomery Star Route carrier went out early.
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Joseph Haines
Bloomery Star Rt
Nixon summons NSC to White House for treaty timing
President Nixon calls NSC into session at the White House to discuss timing for pushing Senate ratification of the nuclear nonproliferation treaty. He travels to Capitol Hill for a lunch with leaders and to address the Senate floor, but no immediate decision on action is expected.
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U.S
Czechoslovakia
Weather lashes California again in deadly storms and rain
Storms drenched California killing at least 93 people since January eight more bodies found in Los Angeles area. Governor Reagan called it a great tragedy while federal help was promised. Floods landslides and snow closed lodges and left hundreds missing or presumed dead with damage estimated up to 138 million dollars.
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Counterfeit $20 Bills Reported in Local Venues
The Winchester-Frederick County Chamber of Commerce says two counterfeit $20 bills passed at local restaurants share serial SL 04525653 Series 1963A. Secret Service investigating. notes darker green ink poorer print and paper. Area ties to Pittsburgh. merchants urged to scrutinize currency and report suspected fakes.
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Chamber of Commerce
Weather causes Virginia warmth rise ends freezing rain
A southerly flow of warm moist air into Virginia was expected to end the freezing rain this morning and bring a slow temperature rise tonight and Thursday.
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