Wisconsin Primary Fallout Shifts 1968 Race
President Johnson’s withdrawal from the race reshapes Wisconsin voting. Sen. Eugene McCarthy vows a broad campaign against rival Kennedy in upcoming primaries Indiana through California, while Johnson supporters push for turnout. McCarthy expects GOP crossovers to favor Nixon in Wisconsin.
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President Johnson says he will not seek reelection
President Johnson announced in a television radio address that he will not accept the Democratic nomination for another term, calling the decision irrevocable. He met reporters later to dispel any draft fears and outlined war, tax, and budget measures linked to his peace move and need to deescalate the Vietnam conflict.
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Athens Marathon Winner Albert Sewell Wins Race
Albert Sewell of Cincinnati wins the Athens Marathon race as reported in the Today Inside section. The page notes the event occurred amid coverage of science day and ongoing bridge disaster recovery efforts.
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Follows Strikes Near Hanoi Haiphong as U.S. Halts North Viet Air
U S bombers and warships suspend most North Vietnam attacks after Johnson orders a major de escalation. The pause targets the Hanoi Haiphong region and key rail lines while recon and photo missions continue across the north. Westmoreland and officials decline comment.
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GIs React To Johnson Bombing Curtailment Move
In Saigon, U S and South Vietnamese leaders offered no comment on President Johnsons bombing curtailment as GIs expressed a range of reactions from joy to disbelief. Some said they would go home sooner while others doubted the political timing. Westmoreland noted soldiers care mainly about their immediate situation. Thieu Ky and Loe declined to comment amid palace briefings with advisers.
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Kennedy Sees Democratic Chance After Johnson Withdrawal
Senator Robert F. Kennedy stated that Johnson’s surprise withdrawal improves Democrats’ prospects for the presidency and that he will continue his campaign. He indicated he would seek a meeting with Johnson to discuss national unity and shared goals. He noted Humphrey’s future plans remain uncertain and praised Humphrey’s past record.
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April Arrival Fair Brings Cooler Weather to Athens
The Athens area saw a cooler April arrival as U. S. Observer C. L. Colmer reported 51 degrees at 11 am, a 14 degree rise from the overnight low. Sunday’s high reached 76 with .62 inches of rain, while March totals were 4.55 inches versus 6.07 last year.
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One-Man One-Vote Rule Sets Local Government Policy
The Supreme Court ruled 5-3 to apply the one-man one-vote rule to local government. About 80,000 local units are affected nationwide. Justice White stated Midland County resident Hank Avery has a right to a substantially equal vote for the Commissioners Court, while Justice Harlan dissented.
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