Nation Pays Tribute To Johnson's Civil Rights Legacy
Washington mourns Lyndon B. Johnson as Nixon and leaders praise his civil rights reforms. Kennedy notes landmark Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act roles, while McCarthy cites Johnson's dedication and burdens. Humphrey recalls Johnson's Vietnam war efforts and decision to withdraw from renomination.
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A Most Contradictory Man Was Lyndon B Johnson
Washington AP profile traces Lyndon B Johnson as a divided figure torn between Washington power and Texas Hill Country home. It notes his retirement musings, aims for a University of Texas presidential library, and private hopes to end the Vietnam War through negotiation. It cites March 1968 trip to Marietta for a military transport unveiling with aging Rep Carl Vinson.
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Aiken Standard Information Notice
The notice lists publication details for the Aiken Standard established in 1867, stating daily afternoon publication except weekends, mailing address in Aiken South Carolina, ZIP 29801, and subscription rates for carrier and mail delivery. It notes AP dispatch rights and limits on publisher responsibility for ad errors with corrections in the next issue.
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Leaders From Both Parties Remember Lyndon B. Johnson
Washington and Columbia figures from across parties praise former President Lyndon B. Johnson after his death at 64. Gov. John West lauds him for social and economic gains. Sen. Hollings and Sen. Thurmond salute his convictions. General Westmoreland recalls his compassion for the underprivileged. House Speaker Blatt notes support for services members in Vietnam.
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