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(Studio) When diplomatic efforts fail to secure release of Cambodian-seized American ship Mayaguez and its crew, military action taken. United States planes attack gunboats guarding Mayaguez; at least 3 Cambodian ships destroyed.
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner
(Pentagon) United States attack comes as Cambodians seemingly prepare to move crew off Mayaguez and Koh Tang island 1 Cambodian boat makes it back to Kompong Som harbor without being attacked; United States feared some captured crew mbrs. might be aboard. Aircraft carriers and destroyers heading for Gulf of Siam; reinforced Marine battalion landing team of 1200 men in Thailand and men are ready to move any time. Options open to Marines include landing on Koh Tang island and on deck of Mayaguez.
REPORTER: Frank Tomlinson
(DC) National Security Council meets. [Secretary of State Henry KISSINGER - says American mil. used to keep Mayaguez crew from being moved. Evades most other questions.] Press Secretary Ron Nessen unable to confirm safety of American crew.
REPORTER: Ted Koppel
(White House) President Ford feels he has authority to use any military action necessary to recover our merchant ship and crew. White House aides go through motions of notifying key congress figures of President' decision to use air strikes. According to White House,
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(Studio) Families of Mayaguez crew members even more concerned about safety of crew following American military action.
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner
(Daly City, California) Mrs. Sally Reyes' husband and son now on Mayaguez. [Mrs. REYES - says she always cried for POWs during Vietnam war; had no idea tears would be for own family someday.] Reyes family has been waiting for word since Monday [Mrs. REYES - realizes United States had no alternative but to use military action.]
REPORTER: Tim Findley (KGO-TV)
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(Studio) When United States Marines arrive in Thailand for further orders with regard to Mayaguez situation, Thai government orders American troops to withdraw immediately. New US amb. to Thailand arrives today amid Mayaguez upset and strained relations between United States and Thailand.
REPORTER: Howard K. Smith
(Bangkok, Thailand) New ambassador greeted by demonstrators demanding US troops leave Thailand. [Ambassador Charles WHITEHOUSE - says he must limit remarks with regard to Mayaguez situation. Believes any problem existing between US and Thailand can and will be resolved.] [Thai Prime Min. Kukrit PRAMOJ - says Thailand registers formal complaint with United States and requests Marines be withdrawn immediately. Refuses to predict future of US-Thai diplomatic relations] Thailand wants assurances of neutrality with aggressive Communist neighbors and may break relations with United States to gain such assurances.
REPORTER: Jim Bennett
(Studio) Official of Thai foreign ministry criticizes American military action against Cambodia; claims United States gave no thought of consequences to Thailand.
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner
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(Studio) In Laos, student mob attacks offices of United States Agency for International Dvt.; 3 Americans taken hostages. Similar incident occurs at royal Laotian capital. US officials, already in process of reducing number of Americans in Laos, protest day's incident; Laotian government agrees to investigate.
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner
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(Studio) Former Commerce Secretary in Nixon administration, Maurice Stans, fined $5000 for illegal use of campaign funds during 1972 Republican campaign.
REPORTER: Howard K. Smith
(DC) Judge John Lewis Smith hands down sentence. [STANS - says he's been fully exonerated of any improper actions during or after Watergate.]
REPORTER: Vic Ratner; ARTIST: Freda Reiter
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(Studio) Possibly largest land swindle in United States uncovered in Florida; details given.
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner
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(Studio) This summer, US, USSR joint space flight scheduled. As part of joint effort, Russians open up space program just a little.
REPORTER: Howard K. Smith
(Johnson Space Center, Texas) Soviet film of Tyuratam shown; Tyuratam is Russian space center; astronauts 1st Americans ever permitted to view portions of center Tom Stafford, Deke Slayton and Vance Brand tour center with cosmonauts. [Special assistant Apollo-Soyuz flight Captain Eugene CERNAN - thinks quality of Russian equipment comparable to American equipment.]
REPORTER: Jules Bergman
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(Studio) United States sets off most powerful nuclear explosion in almost 2 years in NV; no radiation leaks reported.
REPORTER: Howard K. Smith
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(Studio) Israeli and Lebanese gunners exchange artillery fire on 3rd day of border clashes. Egyptian President Sadat rptdly. plans to ask United States for financial aid to settle arms debt to USSR .
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner
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(Studio) 4 major United States auto makers report sales for 1st 10 days of May drop 20.8% for same period in 1974. Chrysler says price for `76 cars to increase around $250 each
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner
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(Studio) Philadelphia Flyers hockey team plays New York Islanders; game deciding one for Stanley Cup semifinals. Flyers fly in Kate Smith in person to sing "God Bless American"
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner
(No location given) Kate's rendition of song heard as film of important game shown. Flyers win as they have most games when Kate's song played.
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner (narrates)
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(Studio) This reporter thinks United States should consider possible North Korean attack on South Korea; logic favors such a move; details given. Counter logic also exists; details given. United States should make up its mind and let North Korean leader Kim Jong Pil know our feelings now; Congress must decide. This reporter thinks President Ford has already made up his mind to fight.
REPORTER: Howard K. Smith
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