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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1968
Page
1
Hale County's Agricultural Housing Authority awaits final federal approval of funds to construct a 1.5 million dollar migrant workers' housing complex as part of a national program to end hatred and violence in America. The item appears on Page 30.
Gov Ronald Reagan dismisses concerns about world reaction to U S social violence saying the nation must focus on law enforcement rather than how others view it. He notes U S aid and influence to the free world and the weak, while acknowledging revulsion toward the country.
A pamphlet explains industry changes to the San Francisco Chief train. Beginning June 15 the eastbound Chief will pass Amarillo at midnight and miss Chicago connections while the westbound runs through at about 5 am. The shift favors Kansas City but harms West Texas service.
The Our Town report notes a large turnout as the American Association of Sheriff Posses and Riding Clubs opened its convention on Thursday. Page references mention Wagner's Jewelers and Merrill Lynch relocation, with other items including staffing changes at Amarillo Air Force Base and mosquito control pleas. Page 34 32 33 35 36.
A reader reports a local movement to unite mothers in a protest against violence on television and in movies. She urges action now, noting many toddlers imitate gunplay. Industry outlets have begun limiting gun orders via mail or phone, requiring in person 21+ pickup with ID.
Robert F Kennedy's body arrived at LaGuardia from Los Angeles and was taken to St. Patrick's Cathedral for in state. The Kennedy family gathered as Archbishop Cooke led a prayer beside the casket before Arlington burial.
Los Angeles officials push to bring Sirhan Bishara Sirhan to trial within 60 days as they pressure the grand jury. Dist Atty Evelle Younger warns mayor Samuel W Yorty may have jeopardized the case by disclosing notebook contents to newsmen. An AP report notes police protection for Sirhan and a nationwide alert for a woman linked to the shooting.
Los Angeles County medical examiner Dr. Thomas Noguchi described Robert F. Kennedy's death as caused by a gunshot wound to the head. He cited a .22 caliber bullet fragment damaging the brain and noted several fragments remained during the six hour autopsy. Further tests were planned over about a week.
The House backs a broad crime-control bill including a ban on mail-order handgun sales amid calls for tighter firearm curbs after Sen. Robert F. Kennedy is slain. The measure passes 36 to 17 as President Johnson seeks stronger gun controls and other disputed provisions face scrutiny.
Thursday in Amarillo marked the year's peak heat with a official high of 95 degrees at the Amarillo Air Terminal, surpassing the prior 92 degrees set on May 29. Forecasters expected cooler conditions with mid 80s temperatures ahead.
A Texas House State Affairs hearing opens the liquor reform push during the special session. Lawmakers weigh revising the Liquor Control Act and a measure legalizing liquor by the drink in miniature bottles amid talk of a $125 to $150 million tax bill.
A man in work clothes sizes up a grassy hill near President John F Kennedy’s grave as visitors wonder if the site will also hold the body of Senator Robert F Kennedy. The pair of memorials sits on the 2.3 acre plot that links the Kennedy brothers' final resting places overlooking the capital.
Rockets struck near the residence of Gen. William C. Westmoreland in Saigon as Viet Cong gunners shelled the capital. The U.S. commander is in Washington and slated to become Army chief of staff, then return briefly to Vietnam. The shelling marks the 19th day of 34 in a campaign aimed to show strength in Saigon.
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