Otepka gagged by Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission refused to approve former State Department security official Otto F. Otepka testifying before the Republican Platform Committee in San Francisco on lax security. The commission warned he would be responsible for his actions if he appeared. Otepka, advised by attorney Roger Robb, chose not to testify and awaits a department decision on reinstatement.
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Republican Platform Committee
San Francisco
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Otepka
Roger Robb
Senate
Internal Security Subcommittee
Viet Nam Policy to Shape 1964 Campaign Forces Debate
The article argues that Johnson's uncertain Viet Nam policy has become a key campaign issue for 1964. It notes worsening military and political conditions in South Viet Nam with over 15,000 U.S. personnel, about 1,000 casualties, and multiple coups, while Johnson's and McNamara's statements show vacillation. It concludes voters will judge leadership on the war policy as elections approach.
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Viet Nam
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McNamara
Southeast Asia
Hand In The Cookie Jar ARA criticized for grant abuse
The GAO report shows Accelerated Public Works grants totaling over 21 million dollars approved with ARA consent for 85 projects in areas not meeting unemployment criteria at grant time. Rep. Widnall and Rep. Cramer condemn the practice as contrary to congressional intent and urge Commerce to set clear rules to prevent such grants. Congress may act if needed.
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William B. Widnaill
R-N.j
Comptroller General of
United States
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William C. Cramer
R-Fla
GAO
Prac
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Senators urge Citizens Advisory Committee for FTC
Sen. Harrison Williams proposes a Citizens Advisory Committee to review the FTCs consumer protection work. He cites a similar panel at the FDA and questions whether FTC action is delayed by focusing on a few areas.
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Citizens Advisory Committee
Harrison Williams
D-N.j
Food and Drug Administration
FTC
Paul Rand Dixon
Successful Investing Costs and Insurance Advice
The letter discusses taxes on Savings, suggests withdrawing Postal Savings to buy U S bonds or Series E or H, and urges upgrading life insurance. It notes the writer’s age, family, and income, and recommends a Monthly Investment Plan with a big board firm plus a strong growth stock like Standard Oil of New Jersey, all within a 1930s investment context.
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Roger E. Speer
U. S
A.J
U.S
S. A
Standard Oil of
New Jersey
General Features Corp
Miller as Goldwater Scranton ticket heats up politics
In San Francisco James B. Martin reports Miller emerges as Goldwater's favored running mate ahead of Scranton's attacks. Miller's East Coast base and Catholic background balance Goldwater's West Coast, with pivotal talks to name Miller as vice president. Ford remains Miller's only real rival, though unknown nationally.
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William Scranton
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Ee Miller
William Warner
Republican National Committee
Gerald Ford
Michigan
Ford
Goldawater
Gboosting Miller
Case Records of a Psychologist or George W Crane
Tom seeks a son and reads a dubious booklet on pregnancy and sex determination. The column cites anecdotal cases, claims about Y and X sperm, and suggests a soda douche to alter vaginal acidity, offering no solid scientific support.
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George W. Crane
Tom
East Europe Faces New Crop Failures
Vienna reports Eastern European nations suffer severe crop losses due to drought, hail, and insects. Hungary sees 40 to 80 percent of cereal crops wiped out in sections, with lasting impact across regions. Radio Budapest notes record ground losses and expected grain yield drops.
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Thel
Mezohek
Health Service Warns On Cold Concrete Floors In Homes
Dr Brady's Health Service warns that living with concrete floors even when tiled is unsafe due to cold damp conditions that may trigger rheumatic degeneration. The bulletin cites health concerns from damp floors and questions the benefit of extra clothing or certain floor coverings, while noting no evidence that clothing alone prevents chronic joint issues.
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Semarapacs Modelo
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Paplh
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William Brady
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Beverly Hills
Pupil Rus Orders Change Pupil Rus Orders
The fragment discusses Polish and Czech border topics amid a snow event and lists items like throat mufflers and woolen leggings. It mentions Sumsey and Saireygamp, a weather scene with 25-degree temperatures, and a call to request a pamphlet on Calcium and Rheumatism with a stamped self addressed envelope.
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Snll
Hanes
May basis eyed for school transport under bill
Indiana legislative committee proposes replacing mandatory school transport with a may approach to broaden service. State Rep. Ralph Waltz says the change could improve coverage as officials respond to community pressure, aiming to craft a new comprehensive transportation code.
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UPI
School Transportation Laws Committee
Ralph Waltz
R-Hagerstown
He Eaid
Gary
Waltz
Johnson and McNamara discuss defense and space program
President Johnson and Defense Secretary McNamara held a lengthy Monday talks on military spending and defense portions of the federal budget. He signed a 5.2 billion space bill to fund NASA activities for the year ending June 30, 1965, while race-centered tensions and Vietnam adviser levels remained under review.
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UPI
Johnson
Defense
Robert McNamara
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McNamara
Pentagon
George F. Reedy
White House
Lemuel Penn
Georgia
Congress
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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Reedy
Rights Group May Investigate Swimming Areas
Indianapolis reports a Civil Rights Commission discussion on opening swimming areas to all, with Harold Hatcher noting a statewide survey will probe private clubs and restaurants for racial admission practices. The commission aims to measure business impact of desegregation and gather information rather than evidence.
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UPI
Harold Hatcher
Indi
Oysters and Civil Rights Commission
State Board of Health
Hatcher
Welsh Returns 100 Beatles Tickets to Governor’s Show
Indiana governor Welsh says he will not attend the September Beatles concert and has given up his 100 tickets. He previously objected to lyrics in rock songs and decided the performance was not suitable for his tastes or friends. The move follows prior scrutiny of the Kingsmen’s Louie Louie.
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UPI
Welsh
England
Louie Louie
Paul
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