Four year preview of 1970 census questions debated
The Census Bureau led by A Ross Eckler asked a House subcommittee for input on 1970 census questions. Proposals include religion, commuting habits, assimilation of foreign origin, disabilities, housing quality, and media usage. Officials emphasize census data aid policy and business planning, though some fear overreach toward an omniscient computer state.
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Census Bureau
A. Ross Eckler
Subcommittee On Census and Statistics
House Post Office and Civil Service Committee
Bureau
Vehicle inspections reveal alarming defect rate on New York Thruway
A sample of 21 243 vehicles entering New York State Thruway last spring found 2 813 faulty, 898 seriously unsafe, and 1 915 with less serious defects. Inspect at home before Lager Day weekend to prevent accidents and protect families.
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New York State Thurway
Program to train 1000 leaders aids poverty fight
Walter Reuther leads the Citizens Crusade Against Poverty launching a three year effort to train 1,000 leaders from the poor at a cost of 4 million dollars. Ford Foundation provides 375 thousand dollars, with 300 thousand to the National Council of Negro Women and 250 thousand to another related campaign.
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Citizens Crusade Against Poverty
Walter Reuther
Ford Foundation
Campaign Against Poverty
National Council of Negro Women
Training Leaders in Community Development for Federal Funds
Public policy calls for the Leadership National Association for Community Development to train antipoverty officials and board members. The text argues private initiative should not replace formal programs to ensure proper use of millions in federal funds, stressing accountability and purpose.
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National Association For Community Development
Nixon pushes all Asia peace parley amid Vietnam debate
The piece notes former VP Nixon backing an all Asia peace conference that Johnson also endorsed, while both leaders remain wary as North Vietnam and China may reject negotiations. The row plays into Nixon 1968 bid, aiming to end the war by talks or stronger war effort and to weaken Romney’s peace allied stance.
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Viet Nam
Richard M. Nixon
Johnson
Nixon
Britain
France
Soviet Union
United States
Laos
Cambodia
China
North
George Romney
Michigan
Rat Race Checkup by Hal Boyle
A light survey of modern work life shows how workers measure up in the rat race. The piece highlights status symbols, perks, petty cash, parking spots, and relentless hustle as signs of success or stress, with humorous asides on family, sleep, and consumption.
Kennedy Poll Sparks Rumors Of Buyout And Convention Challenge
William F. Buckley Jr. analyzes claims the Kennedy clan bought the Gallup poll and speculates on Bobby Kennedy challenging Lyndon Johnson at the 1968 Democratic Convention. He outlines six roadblocks to a Kennedy nomination and argues LBJ’s continued health is decisive.
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Gallup
Bobby Kennedy
Robert
Kennedy
Sen. Kennedy
Lyndon Johnson
Washington
D. C
Lar Dailey
Wayne Morse
West Virginia
Goldwater
Nelson Rockefeller
San Francisco
United States
Eisenhower
LBJ
Johnson
New York
Robert F. Kennedy
Peace Corps model spurs foreign language volunteers
The Peace Corps inspires imitators abroad, leading to volunteers from several countries arriving to teach their languages here. The program will provide students access to languages spoken and written in the volunteers' home nations.
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The
Peace Corps
Tattooed Johnson faces uphill battle in 1968 election
James Marlow reports that President Johnson endures criticism as Republicans strive for gains in the upcoming midterms. Vietnam, inflation, and riots weigh on public mood while Johnson urges restraint and continues to defend his Great Society, insisting cities have received aid and promising potential action on wages if needed.
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Johnson
Viet Nam
Democrats
House
Senate
Congress
Midwest
New York
New England
West
Richard M. Nixon
Debate Over Tax Breaks For Political Donations
Congress considers incentives to raise campaign funds with a proposed tax deduction up to 100 dollars a year or a ten dollar annual credit. The aim is to stimulate larger political contributions, with the credit or deduction reducing taxes owed or taxable income. The debate centers on effectiveness versus action delays.
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Congress
Johnson
Readers invited to submit brief opinion letters
The Messenger invites readers to send opinions on topics of general interest. Letters should be brief, signed, and include the writer’s address and telephone number. Publication letters must include the writer’s name, and the editor reserves the right to select and condense letters for publication.
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Associated Press
Ohio
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U.S. & Possessions
Athens Post Office
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