Demos Rally Here Highlights Battle Miller Unity and Change
A 70-strong Democratic crowd at the Lee Jackson Restaurant applauded Governor candidate William C. Battle and attorney general hopeful Andrew P. Miller as they urged unity and progress. Battle stressed responsible leadership, VA tradition, and reforms in education, mental health, law enforcement, and pollution control, contrasting Republican promises and labeling them unrealistic. The event emphasized the ticket as the people's choice forged in hard campaigns, with continued support in the final week.
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William C. Battle
Charlottesville
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Students Battle In Beirut Amid Campus Violence
Rival student factions clashed at the American University in Beirut smashing windows and belongings in a dispute between progovernment and proguerrilla groups. About 200 government supporters stormed the arts and sciences building as riot police watched at exits. In Israel, the national election swung right, strengthening hawks and easing the Labor coalition's position led by Golda Meir though no major policy shift is expected. Meir's coalition may face cabinet reshuffles as Gahal gains leverage.
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Israel swing strengthens hawks in election
The swing to the right in Israel's national election strengthened hawks and slightly weakened Prime Minister Golda Meir's Labor coalition, signaling continued hardline policy toward Arab foes. Other items note Nixon's return to campaign stance, Viet Cong prisoners released, tax relief talks, and FDA regarding anti pollution and other national issues.
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Meany Seeks AFL-CIO Backing for GE Strike Support
AFL-CIO Executive Council meets in Washington to rally union support for a three day strike against General Electric. Meany pledges to back the action with organized labor as GE reports no extra offer. Picket violence erupts in five cities while many GE plants stay open and production halts at some facilities.
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Nixon Rallies To Holton Campaign in Roanoke Visit
President Nixon and Republican guber candidate Linwood Holton greet supporters at Woodrum Airport Roanoke Virginia during Nixon’s first campaign trip since his election. AP Wirephoto captures the moment as they wave to the crowd last night.
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Saigon Frees 88 Viet Cong Prisoners on National Day
Saigon pardoned monk Thich Thien Minh and released 88 Viet Cong prisoners as part of National Day commemorations. Of the freed, 63 were women from a Qui Nhon camp. others came from Bien Hoa and Bien Hon. Each prisoner received 400 piasters and clothing. Reports also noted ongoing clashes, including 18 Viet Cong killed in the Mekong Delta and U.S. forces killing 28 attempting to cross a river.
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Gunter Seeks Continuance In Bar Proceedings
Counsel for E Eugene Gunter asks a continuance for the Nov 6 7 show cause hearing in the Virginia State Bar matter. A pretrial conference is urged to discuss disputed motions as a three judge court weighs the Seventh District Committee accusation of unprofessional conduct. The attorney cites lack of preparation time and Gunter’s prior temporary relief from duties.
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Virginia
Godwin calls bipartisan probe into vote fraud charges
Gov Mills E Godwin Jr asks a bipartisan investigating team to return to Dickenson County and nearby areas to probe alleged voting fraud tied to absentee ballots in the upcoming general election. The move follows Republican A Linwood Holton and Richard Obenshain's earlier charges and seeks to pursue the allegations.
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Mills E. Godwin Jr
Virginia
A. Linwood Holton
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Rocky Mount
Alfred W. Whitehurst Jr
Commonwealth
Norfolk
Dickenson County
Battle campaigns in Valley draw big turnout at Lee-Jackson
William C. Battle the Democratic candidate for Governor of Virginia wrapped up a full day of campaigning with a rally at the Lee-Jackson Restaurant in the Valley. Observers called it one of the biggest turnouts for a candidate in area history. In attendance were Clarke County campaign chairman Robert Smalley area chairman Richard Rosenberger Congressman John O. Marsh Jr. former Speaker E. Blackn Moore and Richard E. Byrd of Berryville.
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Virginia
Lee-Jackson
Robert Smalley
Paign
Clarke County
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John O. Marsh, Jr
Mr. Battle
E. Blackburn Moore
House of Delegates
Richard E. Byrd
Berryville
Larry Sullivans
Nixon Campaigns For Holton In Virginia Governor Race
President Nixon headlined a Virginia rally for Linwood Holton at the Salem Roanoke Valley Civic Center drawing about 6 000 supporters. He praised Holton as best to bring a two party system to Virginia and vowed to work with him as governor.
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Salem- Roanoke Valley Civic Center
Holton
Nixon
Ridge of high pressure cools Virginia weather
Cold temperatures and clear skies spread across Virginia as a ridge of high pressure pushes eastward over the region. Weather officials expect brisk conditions with sunshine continuing through the day.
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