Humprey Dilemma Grows as Johnson May Rally Behind Humphrey
President Johnson hesitates to back Humphrey publicly but allies including AFL-CIO leader George Meany and National Farmer's Union officials urge a candidacy. Labor and farming groups press for a quick endorsement while the 23 Democratic Governors meeting in St. Louis on April 15 could decide the strategy, aiming to block Kennedy if Johnson delays.
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Humphrey
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George Meany
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United States
St. Louis
Robert F. Kennedy
Kennedy
Record-setting 1968 election costs expected at 250 million
Citizens' Research Foundation estimates this year's national state and local campaigns will cost at least 250 million dollars with preconvention expenses around 10 million. The study notes not all spending is reported, inflation and electronic advertising push costs higher, and compares to 1964 estimates. Johnson's withdrawal does not alter the overall figure.
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Citizens’ Research Foundation
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Nixon
Kennedy
McCarthy
Wallace
Call for an 11 month school year faces debate
The New York State Education Department urged a shift to an 11 month school year arguing a modern economy, urban growth, and summer inactivity justify fewer long breaks. Critics warn of harm to students and families, mental and physical health effects, and teacher plans, suggesting a summer school alternative.
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New York State Education Department
Megalopolis
Winding Down in Asia shaping U S policy in Vietnam era
Washington insight argues the United States will wind down its Asian involvement after Tet, accepting limited South Vietnam reinforcement and possible Communist political presence. It predicts ripple effects for South Korea Thailand Taiwan and the Philippines, with Japan and Indonesia poised to benefit as regional framework seeks mutual reinforcement and a broader Asian community.
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United States
Hanoi
South Vietnam
Saigon
South Korea
Thailand
Taiwan
Philippines
Indonesia
Singapore
Malaysia
South Asia
China
Justice Fortas to teach law seminar at American University
Justice Abe Fortas will lead a summer seminar on law and the social environment at American University Law School in Washington during the Supreme Court recess from mid June to early October, following a career as a highly successful lawyer.
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American University Law School
Washington
Supreme Court
William F Buckley Jr on Martin Luther King Martyrdom
Buckley argues King was a Christian minister and rejects the idea that his assassination justified violence. He critiques King's faults, notes the lack of impact on Scarsdale, calls non-violence essential, and warns that King's own lawbreaking speeches may have influenced the killer.
Johnson withdrawal offers America a candid mirror
In a reflective critique, Lewis Randall argues Johnson's decision not to seek re nomination liberates the nation to face itself. He compares the public revelation, aided by television, to Oedipus and urges humility as a societal necessity for mental health and survival, praising Fulbright for the call toward honesty. Coolville Route 2
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Sen. Fulbright
Oedipus
Lewis Randall Coolville
Inspired editor praises college town fundraisers
The Messenger letter writer highlights two Athens groups who labored 48 hours in rain to raise money for the Heart Fund and to wash cars for the local Children's Home on a busy uptown corner. He urges Citizens of Athens to thank the donors and volunteers.
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Athens
J. Arthur Brooks
Hooper St
Ford plant halt after guard break up dice game
More than 3,000 Ford Motor Co High land Park workers refused to work as plant protection men disrupted a dice game in a lavatory. Production of armored war vehicles stopped as a result. Dr Robin Gardner led the Community Frolic at Nelsonville High School auditorium. A Davenport moviegoer fired twice at a German emperor impersonation on screen but was not prosecuted. Ohio University trustees voted unanimously to end study of German language. Emil Doernenberg was told his department no longer exists.
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New York
America
Martin Luther King
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Jack Ruby
Lee Harvey Oswald
Oswald
King
George Lincoln Rockwell
United States
Germany
Sotckholm
North Congo
Memphis
Ford Motor Co
Highland Park
Robin Gardner
Nelsonville High School
Davenport
Ohio University
Emil Doernenberg
Ellis
Magnanimous or Magnanimity in Johnsons Peace Talk
Readers question the presidents de escalation moves and the morality of his personal sacrifice amid Vietnam War policy. The piece debates whether Ho Chi Minh would accept talks and if Johnsons gestures truly aid peace or mask political risk. It warns the public to scrutinize the presidents motives and potential consequences for American lives.
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the Messenger
Ho Chi Minh
Mr. Johnson
Thanking Athens for community kindness
A grateful family thanks the residents of Athens for the month of meals arranged by Mrs. Bill Rohr during his wife’s illness. The note highlights Mary Ellen Rohr and the many friends who provided dinner support for five children and a bedridden mother.
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Bill Rohr
Mary Ellen Rohr
Athens
Frank Morgan
Family
The Athens Messenger Publication Details and Rates
The Athens Messenger notes daily weekday delivery by carrier with a Sunday edition and states subscription rates for local Ohio and West Virginia delivery as well as mail delivery elsewhere in the U S. It lists pricing for various periods, including weekly, monthly, and yearly plans, and provides the postal address of The Messenger Publishing Co. at 43 W Union St Ath ens Ohio 45701.
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West Union Street
Athens
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Frederick W. Bush
Gordon K Bush
G. Kenner Bush
M. W. McDargh
Fred W. Weber
Charlies W. Reamer
D&s
West Virginia
Athens Post Office
the Messenger Publishing Co
W. Union St
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