Johnson aims to discuss foreign policy with GOP hopefuls
President Johnson announced he seeks personal talks with Republican presidential aspirants to chart a united approach to foreign policy. He will offer intelligence briefings to Wallace Rockefeller Goldwater Stassen Nixon Scranton Smith and Lodge and plan Appalachian area tours with key aides visiting Huntington W V South Bend Ind Inez and Paintsville Ky.
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Peaceful Day at New York World's Fair Amid Rainy Opener
The New York World's Fair enters a peaceful second day under clear skies after a tumultuous opening marked by rain and civil rights protests. President Johnson and dignitaries attended ceremonies with Truman Rockefeller Spellman Wagner and Moses present.
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U S Jets Ready Near Cuban Bases
Washington reports hundreds of U S jet fighters and attack bombers are positioned for rapid strike against Cuban air defenses. Jets are based in Florida on land and aboard two aircraft carriers near Mayport. Officials warn of potential escalation as Soviets may back Cuban SA 2 missiles though no formal alert has been ordered.
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Rights Group Denies Ties To Communists
The United Freedom Movement in Cleveland rejects accusations of communist influence in its civil rights work. The group says its efforts reflect American traditions from the Boston Tea Party to labor and suffrage movements. Local officials urged Congress to probe subversive influence in school integration protests, while the UFM called the claims witch-hunting.
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216 Arrested As Chester Schools Closed
In Chester Pennsylvania all public schools were closed today and 216 people jailed after civil rights demonstrations resumed. Demonstrators have staged rallies and protest marches nearly every day over the past month.
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Dem Chiefs Press Brown on Part Time Work Conflict
Democratic leaders demand Lt. Gov. John W. Brown clarify any conflict between state duties and his part time post with Atkinson & Briscoe Inc. in Columbus. Brown says he has been on retainer since last Jan and an idea man since 1958, with the firm promoting the five hundred million highway bond.
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Johnson Wins Rail Settlement Ending Nationwide Strike
President Johnson announced a negotiated settlement ending the threat of a nationwide railroad strike after 13 days of White House talks. The accord gives pay gains and layover allowances to workers while allowing railroads to reduce certain crews and maintenance staff under new terms.
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Dirksen Seeks Senate Vote on Civil Rights Changes
Senate Republican leader Everett Dirksen plans to bring a vote on proposed civil rights bill changes before acting on a Southern backed amendment. He will move to temporarily set aside the jury trial amendment by Herman Talmadge to clear the way for final action before midsummer. Humphrey, the bill’s floor manager, indicated willingness to partially concede on jury trial demands tied to contempt of court in discrimination cases.
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Simulated DC7 crash aims to study air safety in Phoenix
A four engine DC7 airliner with 15 dummies will simulate a takeoff crash at Phoenix to study survivable accident design. The test uses cameras and 82 data channels with colored water in tanks to track fuel spray and debris. Sponsored by the FAA and Aviation Safety Engineering and Research, the project seeks to lower airline fatality rates.
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Prayer issue sparks House committee clashes in Washington
House Judiciary members argued during hearings on proposed school prayer amendments stressing constitutional focus. Rep. John Lindsay challenged anti God rhetoric as witnesses linked amendments to First Amendment limits. In Bridgeport, four year old Stephen Schramm drowned after slipping into Wheeling Creek.
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American Ranger Killed in Viet Cong Clash Near Saigon
An American Ranger officer died and another was wounded in a clash with Viet Cong units 25 miles west of Saigon, according to reliable American sources.
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Zanzibar Tanganyika to merge into new nation
Tanganyika and Zanzibar presidents announce a merger to create a single state. Diplomatic sources warn of possible shifts in East Africa influence and Red penetration via Zanzibar while London says the process will take time. Dar es Salaam would host the new nation’s administration. Elaine Young gives birth to a daughter in Santa Monica after the merger report.
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Sheppard Pursues Release as Ohio Denies Claim
Dr Sam Sheppards bid for freedom met Wednesday with an Ohio attorney general denial of nine constitutional rights claims. Federal Judge Weinman set May 6 in Dayton to decide if habeas corpus arguments will be heard. Sheppard, convicted in 1954 of murdering Marilyn in Bay Village, is in Ohio Penitentiary and becomes parole eligible later this year or next.
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