Panamanian President ousted as military junta takes control
Arnulfo Arias, 67, toppled after 11 days by Panama National Guard led by Lt. Col. Omar Torrijos and Maj. Boris Martinez. Junta headed by Col. Bolivar Urrutia and Col. Jose M. Pinilla forms cabinet as Arias seeks refuge in the United States. Torrijos declares full Guard control and hints at a possible military government.
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Debates Obvious Dead End Says Nixon Opponents Push
Nixon dismisses radio television debates as dead issue while Humphrey Dorn asserts party will buy time for debates after Congress blocked equal time waivers. Humphrey and Muskie press for shared cost and urge Nixon and Wallace to participate. Humphrey ill, Harlem tour canceled. Wallace heckled in Denver as system hiccups interrupt speech.
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Thomas H. Kuchel
California
Missing 200 Feared Dead In Philippine Ferry Sinking
In Manila navy headquarters said six people were confirmed dead and about 200 missing after the inter island ferry M V Dumaguete J sank off Mindanao. Some 200 were rescued from shark infested waters as a search continued. The converted minesweeper, carrying about 180 passengers, began leaking around 4 am and went down within half an hour.
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Congress Nears Close: Johnson Wins Some, Loses Some
The 90th Congress nears adjournment with passage of defense and foreign aid bills, total funding trimmed from Johnson requests, and Senate blocking Abe Fortas to chief justice. House adjournment remains uncertain as members depart for campaigns while both chambers anticipate sine die.
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LBJ Visits Truman and Signs United Nations Day Proclamation
President Johnson met former President Truman at Truman's Independence home to sign proclamations designating October 24 as United Nations Day 1968 and to honor Truman's leadership. Johnson praised Truman and greeted a large crowd outside, then waved to his grandson Lyn and daughter Lucy Nugent before continuing a busy day including Apollo launch coverage and criticism of Congress.
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Reds Attack Marine Camp Near Thuong Duc Camp
North Vietnamese forces attacked the U S Marines in bivouac near the Thuong Duc Green Beret camp three miles northeast of the base. The enemy reportedly lost 31 dead after about 344 hours of fighting while eight Marines were killed and 20 wounded. The battle occurred as Allied forces fought engagements around Saigon and near the DMZ, with multiple clashes and American air support attempting to blunt the offensive.
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Crucial Stage Reached in Rhodesia Summit Talks
Gibraltar reports deadlocked Rhodesia talks between Prime Ministers Harold Wilson and Ian Smith as they seek a face saving formula. If no breakthrough occurs, leaders may interrupt discussions to return home for consultations. Smith vows no majority rule in his lifetime, while Wilson pushes for progress toward black majority rule amid ongoing constitutional tensions.
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Clifford Pledges US Support in Berlin Demonstrations
Secretary of Defense Clark Clifford arrived in West Berlin to reaffirm the US pledge with Britain and France to defend the city. He faced an anti American demonstration outside City Hall as police kept demonstrators behind barriers. Clifford had come from Bonn after talks with NATO leaders and German officials.
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Gerhard Schroeder
Czechoslovakia
Tempelhof Aire
Berlin
Johnson
United States
Apollo 7 TV transmission delayed by crew issues
Space Center Houston report says Captain Walter Schirra postponed planned television from Apollo 7 due to minor crew problems and a late rendezvous maneuver. Teammates Donn Eisele and Walter Cunningham faced electrical and alignment issues. mission control noted TV likely postponed through Sunday.
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Virginia Weather Forecast Mixed With Clouds and Showers
Richmond dispatch reports a high pressure system keeping skies cloudy with a chance of showers across Virginia. Some areas may see limited sun as winds remain light and temperatures hover near seasonal norms.
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Sunday Special Dinners Announced at Echo Village
The Echo Village Restaurant offers a complete Sunday dinner featuring baked Cornish ham with dine in in the Cozy Room. The Steak House of Winchester promotes a Sunday special priced at 1.85 with reservation line 869-9886 located 4 miles south on U S Route 1.
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