Division among GI troops over Nixon nomination in Vietnam
In Saigon AP reports troops in Vietnam split over Richard Nixon. Some praise his experience and foreign affairs know-how and say he may end the war, while others prefer Rockefeller and show limited enthusiasm. Opinions vary by rank and location among U S personnel.
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Nixon Secures GOP Nomination In Miami Beach Hall
Richard Nixon counted state tallies from a briefcase as the Republican convention roll call began in Miami Beach Florida. Wisconsin Governor Warren Knowles cast the pivotal vote while Nixon, tense yet triumphant, planned his acceptance remarks and sought brief fresh air before addressing the convention floor.
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McCarthy Hits War Burden On Working Americans In Ohio
Sen. Eugene J. McCarthy tells the International Typographical Union Convention that the Vietnam War burden falls hardest on working and poor Americans. He spends hours in Ohio seeking delegates, urging uncommitted support as a critical path to Chicago.
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Humphrey vows no sellout in Viet War policy
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey told a Catholic war veterans convention in Minneapolis that there will be no sellout in South Vietnam now or if he becomes president. He stressed patience with negotiators seeking a peaceful and honorable settlement and said Americans will not abandon South Vietnam to its aggressor. He has been resting at his Waverly Minnesota home.
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Nixon wins first ballot GOP nomination at Miami Beach
Richard M. Nixon won the Republican presidential nominating on the first ballot at the Miami Beach convention, defeating Nelson Rockefeller and Ronald Reagan as delegates roared through Wisconsin on the roll call. Nixon, rebounding from perceived oblivion, pledged a quick running mate choice and solidified support amid industrial state opposition.
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Rockefeller says defeat means more time with family
Gov. Nelson Rockefeller faced questions on a possible political future after defeat. He quoted his son, Little Nelson, who reportedly told him they could "play more together" if he did not win. Rockefeller smiled alongside his wife Happy as he spoke.
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Nixon Picks Running Mate Candidates In Wide Session
Nixon and party leaders held a long morning meeting weighing possible vice presidential picks. The circle included Dirksen Ford Morton Wilson and witnesses Barry Goldwater Dewey Thurmond Mundt and Fannin with Billy Graham present. Rumors placed Hatfield Lindsay among names discussed.
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University coeds plan Biafra fund drive
Inside Today reports on UNIVERSITY COEDS organizing a fundraising effort to aid starving children in war torn Biafra. The item appears among campus features and student activities on Page 4.
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Eisenhower Delighted By Nixon Nomination Amid Recovery
Army doctors report Eisenhower's cardiac recovery continues after his latest event at Walter Reed. He says he is delighted by Richard Nixon securing the Republican presidential nomination. He spent a restful night as officials disclose progress and a public update on his condition.
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