Plane crash toll rises as three more die in Kanawha incident
Charleston crash victims bring total dead to 35 after a Piedmont Airlines FH227 wreck near Kanawha Airport. Two survivors Barbara Schiller and Thomas Voignier, both Cincinnati residents, remain stable. Investigators cite glide slope equipment trouble since June 16.
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Three Killed in Watts Gun Battles War Zone
In Watts Los Angeles a night of heavy gun battles between police and residents left 3 dead and 35 wounded or injured on the 1965 riots anniversary. Police reported a siege at a police sub station with about 1,000 rounds fired and six officers hurt.
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Maddox hints at four way race for governorship
Georgia Governor Lester Maddox says he may enter the Democratic presidential contest to create a four way race. He has not discussed the idea with party officials and gave no reaction details. Humphrey remains confident of a first ballot nomination with about 1 600 delegates.
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Bo” Callaway
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Johnson Undergoes Tests At Brooke Army Medical Center
President Johnson, arriving by helicopter from the LBJ Ranch, checked into Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio for further tests to determine the extent of a chronic intestinal disorder. He previously disclosed a diverticulosis diagnosis after two prior visits, signaling a health concern for the chief executive.
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Lyndon Johnson Briefed Nixon Agnew At Ranch Visit
President Johnson, on a liquid diet for medical tests, hosted Nixon and Agnew at his Texas ranch. The meeting covered foreign policy as Johnson attended Mass at St Francis Xavier Church in Stonewall and was noted for his friendship with the pastor Rev Wunibald Schneider.
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Five Fishermen Die In Hold Collapse On Tanker Novelty
Five crewmen unloading fish on the 125 foot trawler Novelty collapsed into the hold and died after water was turned on. Sheriff James Loeffler cited possible toxic gas or chemical poisoning as the cause while dockworkers and a successful fishing trip were interrupted. Francis L. Winter and Joseph Winter, both from Punta Gorda, were among the victims as others fell in rapidly. The incident occurred as pumps prepared to remove water and fish from the hold.
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Robinson Renounces Nixon Ticket as Racist in Nature
Jackie Robinson, quitting as an aide to Gov. Nelson Rockefeller, vows to back any Democrat against Richard Nixon. He blasts Nixon for naming Spiro Agnew as running mate, saying the ticket cedes control to Southern bigots and exposes GOP racism. A Miami Beach delegate notes long black voter discontent with the party.
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Fortification at Chicago Convention Site Grows Tense
The International Amphitheatre strengthens security with a half-mile fence and six credential checkpoints as about 5,500 Illinois National Guard troops prepare for the Democratic National Convention. Strikes threaten transport and communications. notable figures discuss party loyalties and past campaign positions.
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International Amphitheatre
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