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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1969
Page
1
Report from Saigon says two US Marine regiments the 3rd and 4th of the 3rd Division will be withdrawn from Vietnam before Christmas after fighting near the Rockpile four miles south of the DMZ. Twenty three Marines were killed and 58 wounded in two Wednesday attacks by North Vietnamese troops.
North Vietnam denounces Nixon decision to withdraw 35,000 more U S troops from South Vietnam as a vain effort to mislead public opinion. Hanoi argues only rapid total and unconditional withdrawal leads to peace. Col Ha Van Lau cites Pentagon figures as unreliable amid deadlocked talks.
The Nixon administration asked the Supreme Court to protect Negro homeowners rights to use community recreation facilities, arguing 1966 civil rights law guarantees access to amenities like swimming pools and parks as part of property value and desirability. The case centers on a Virginia suburb private recreation facility denying a Negro family access.
Eight Green Berets face murder and conspiracy charges in the fatal shooting of a suspected Vietnamese double agent on June 20. The Army may delay announcements until informing eight congressmen who urged a higher officer take over the case. If the first trial fails to convict, charges against the others could be dropped. The named defendants include Col Robert B. Rheault Maj David E Crew Maj Thomas C Middleton Jr Capt Leland J Brumley Capt Robert F Marasco Capt Budge E Williams Chief Wwo2 Edward M Boyle and Sgt J C Alvin L Smith Jr.
Washington AP reports the House defeated a district based electoral votes plan by 192 to 159 as part of a broader push toward direct presidential voting. The vote signals a major hurdle cleared for reform, with passage needed by both houses and three fourths of state legislatures for a constitutional amendment.
President Gamal Abdel Nasser is reported out of action due to an acute influenza infection after the Cairo Arab summit. The Cairo Al Ahram newspaper says the 51 year old leader is under care of three doctors and that it is unclear who will run Egypt during his illness.
Reports say President Nasser, gravely ill, cancels official duties and remains under medical care while battles within his circle intensify. Anwar Sadat acts as liaison, with rumors of a purge of pro Russian aides and possible Kremlin plotting to replace him during a Soviet visit.
Virginia Governor Mills E. Godwin Jr told a Senate panel that higher federal loan ceilings and better coordination are needed to aid Hurricane Camille victims. He said no dam could have prevented the disaster and outlined unmet needs including private business restoration, private housing for dispossessed, and farmer losses, with calls for a single coordinating agency for federal relief programs.
The shop runs on pause as Pat White's Beauty Shop remains closed due to a death in the family with no reopening date announced.
Correction states Lancaster Breaded Veal and Pork Steaks price should be 2 lb package at 1.78 or 89 cents per pound. Ad appears in Star with Acme Markets Berryville Avenue and Braddock Streets location.
The Skyline Oil Company at 147 W. Commercial St. was broken into last night and a small safe and several cases of oil stolen. Police say entry was gained by forcing a door between the offices and an adjacent building. Amount of money and exact number of oil cases remain undetermined as investigators probe the scene.
Mrs Betty Lou Hughes pleaded innocent in Frederick County Circuit Court to an indictment charging conspiracy to murder her husband Jack Hughes. Maurice Trenary delayed arraignment to Oct 13 for bill of particulars as the grand jury indicted both defendants on the August conspiracy allegation.
At the United Nations General Assembly Nixon pressed all 126 member nations to use their diplomacy to break Hanoi's intransigence in Paris talks. He urged broader cooperation on Middle East, arms control, and global issues from population to air hijackings, while reaffirming South Vietnam's right to self-determination.
A cold front moved through Virginia and was set to stall over North Carolina tonight. Expect increased cloudiness and showers across the state as the front lingers.
Chevrolet Cadillac Corp at 2700 Valley Ave invites readers to test drive the new Monte Carlo model. Deals and showroom details highlighted for potential buyers in the region.
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