Canadian force nears full peace contingent in Cyprus
The airborne buildup of Canada's UN peace force ends Sunday with the arrival of 2 troops, bringing the total to 948. The 1,100‑man contingent will sail March 29 on the Bonaventure. A Cypriot shepherd reported missing after a shooting was found hiding by a well. Kyprianou left Athens for New York for talks on the force's future role.
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Canada
U.N
Athens
New York
Athan
Kypriando
Martinsburg Faces Loss of Air Service Over Low Ridership
Officials warned Martinsburg could lose scheduled airline service due to passenger shortfall. The CAB says the city fails to average five passengers daily, jeopardizing Lake Central Airlines service currently serving the area.
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Martinsburg
Lake Central Airlines
High School Bands to March in Festival Parade
The Orier The Orier two Central High Schools will march in the Festival's Grand Feature parade on May 1. One from Martinsburg Pennsylvania with 103 members and a Woodstock home unit. Jack Shaffer directs the Pennsylvania band while Mrs Sue Hawkins leads the Shenandoah County group. The Crier notes traffic chiefs warn of new driver fines for ignoring a no.
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Central High
Woodstock
Jack Shaffer
Pennsylvania
Sue T. Hawkins
Shenandoah County
Signs OF the Times
J. Thomas Boyd
Vietnamese pilot down in Cambodia air clash sparks protest
Saigon says Cambodian fighters shot down an American piloted Viet Namese plane after two Cambodian aircraft allegedly crossed into Vietnamese air space. Cambodia reports 16 killed in the attack on Chantrea and delays peace talks amid a formal apology and border tensions.
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Viet Nam
South
Cambodia
South Vi Nam
Uni
China
U.S
Chantre
Oateistaal
Chantrea
Foreign Ministry
6th District GOP Scrape at Roanoke Convention
Roanoke AP report shows 6th District Republicans may clash at the June 6 convention over whether to bind the two delegates to the national GOP convention. Goldwater supporters press for binding, with the agenda also set to nominate Rep Richard H. Poff for a seventh term as Rep James F. Battin of Montana to deliver the main address.
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Goldwater
Arizona
Richard H. Poff
James F. Battin
Montana
Senators Say U S Must Not Abandon Viet Nam
In Williamsburg AP report two Senate Foreign Relations leaders urge continued U S involvement in Vietnam. Sen Jackson and Sen Javits argue a nuclear arsenal ensures military restraint and that self governance can emerge without broad war. They spoke at the Bilderberg Conference in Virginia.
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Viet Nam
Jackson
Jacob K. Javits
New York
Javits
Virginia
Benny Tyson Sees President Johnson After Rescue
Benny Tyson visits the White House with President Johnson after he and John Briscoe were lauded for bravery when Briscoe smothered flames from a gasoline can explosion. The visit was arranged by Louie D. Thornhill and Levi of the Richmond News Leader, who coordinated with Capitol staff and Benny’s family.
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White House
Benny Tyson
Winchester
John Briscoe
Benny
Louie D. Thornhill
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Dean Levi
Richmond News Leader
Medical College of Virginia Hospital
Richmond
Young Briscoe
Briscoe
Charles Tyson
H. M. Brooks
John’s
Douglas High School
Thornhill
Levi
Crashes Hurt 5 As Snow Hits Area
Five people were injured in two accidents as surprise snow began. About one to two inches fell in Roanoke area with Winchester at about two inches by mid day. State Police noted more snow near Appomattox and Lynchburg saw rain turn to sleet.
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Winchester
Appomattox
Lynchburg
Gore Fire Hall
Bloody hijack of Cuban helicopter ends in death
The Cuban military helicopter hijacked by two youths defecting to the United States landed at Key West. The pilot Jose Maria was shot six times and died. Hijackers Guillermo Santos and Andres Izaguirre were taken to Miami for questioning, along with a mechanic who wanted to return to Cuba.
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United States
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U.S
Cuba
Jose Marcia
Santos
George Faraldo
Faraldo
De Gaulle Reaffirms Independent French Foreign Policy
In Guadeloupe President Charles de Gaulle vows to retain France's own world policy line. He stresses allies must adapt to French initiatives, aiming for less reliance on the United States and more autonomous actions. He spoke in Pointe‑à‑Pitre and Basse‑Terre amid applause, with autonomy chants heard in the crowd.
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France
Basse Terre
Guadeloupe
Charles de Gaulle
Washington
Pointe-A-Pitre
Students Flood Beaches at Easter Spree in Daytona Beach
About 70 000 vacationing college students flooded Daytona Beach for an Easter spree. Police arrested around 150 for underage drinking, one held on 1500 bond for resisting arrest, and a motel owner was cited for maintaining a nuisance. Entertainment runs 20 miles along the beach through April 4 with a 75 cent all access admission ticket.
Silver Dollars Deplete As Treasury Faces Shortage
Treasury officials warn silver dollars may run out in about two weeks if current depletion continues. Dealers and collectors are returning coins to vaults while a House panel rejects funding to resume minting. The case prompts a possible suspension of the silver certificate redemption rule.
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Congress
Treasury
House Appropriations Committee
Secretary of the Treasury
Douglas Dillon
Rockefeller Opens Office In W Va
A campaign office for New York Gov Nelson Rockefeller opens in Morgantown West Virginia. Rockefeller enters the West Virginia Republican primary on May 12 as part of his bid for the GOP presidential nomination and plans to visit the state in late May.
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W. Va
New York
Nelson Rockefeller
Rockefeller
West Virginia
Cuba Economy Paradox: Bad Crop Funds Bus Purchases Abroad
An AP analysis notes Fidel Castro’s Cuba faces economic troubles despite amassing funds for imports. A poor sugar crop raises prices and brings in more revenue, enabling purchases of British buses and machinery abroad as Washington challenges the regime.
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Ben F. Meyer Washington
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Castro
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France
Japan
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U.S
Fateful handover of one of three U.S. fliers in East Germany
Soviet authorities handed over First Lt. Harold W. Welch to U.S. military officials at a foggy Helmstedt checkpoint after the RB66B recon plane was shot down over East Germany on March 10. Capt. Davis I. Holland and Capt. Melvin J. Kessler remain in Soviet custody. Welch was treated for injuries in Magdeburg and Hannover.
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Germany
U.S
East Germany
Harold W. Welch
West Berlin
Welch
Detroit
Mich
Magdenburg
Davis I. Holland
Holland, Minn
Melvin J. Kessler
Philadelphia
U.S. Air Force
Wiesbaden
Hannover
Father Learns Of Release
DETROIT AP The father of Lt Harold W Welch learns Soviet rulers will release his son after confirmation the pilot, shot down over East Germany March 10, will be freed and reach West Germany first. Gerald Welch, 62, says he will speak openly once safe. The family has endured tense days since the incident. Welch Sr owns a taxi business in Detroit.
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Harold
W. Welch
West Germany
Gerald Welch
Welch
East Germany
Federal Jobs Reported Up
Richmond Federal Reserve reports federal employment in the 5th District is about twice the national average for non agricultural workers. In 1963 one of every eight district non agricultural workers held federal jobs, compared with one of 15 nationwide including armed forces and civilian roles.
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Richmond Federal Reserve Bank
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Federal Reserve District
Corner Kitchen Extends Sunday Hours Under New Management
The Corner Kitchen will open Sundays from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. under new management. The notice announces the change in hours and ownership shift to reflect updated service.
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