Johnson and Kennedy Veer in Democratic Ticket Talk
The piece notes Johnson’s 1960 choice of Kennedy as running mate shocks Texas supporters who walk out. It contrasts Kennedy’s 1968 bid talk with Javits’s stance on a Romney Javits ticket and the idea a vice presidency could be sought for strength to bolster a presidential bid.
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Lyndon Baines Johnson
Massachusetts
John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Texas
Los Angeles
Johnson
Robert Francis Kennedy
New York
Jacob K. Javits
Kennedy as 1968 running mate prospect for Johnson
The piece argues Kennedy’s rise within ADA support and civil rights circles could position him as Johnson’s running mate in 1968. It notes his national network and the lure of a Johnson Kennedy ticket despite current denials, projecting Kennedy near age 47 in 1972.
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Kennedy
Hubert H. Humphrey
Americans For Democratic Action
Humphrey
Johnson
ADA
Sandy Dennis A Rising Star Finds Joy In Film
Noted actress Sandy Dennis speaks during a break on the Up the Down Staircase set about her first starring film role as an English teacher. She recalls a decade of Broadway success with A Thousand Clowns and Any Wednesday and reflects on unemployment years and balancing stage life with movies.
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Sandy Dennis
Broadway
Hastings
Neb
Sandy
New York
Dennis
Salvaging Military Recruits Under McNamara Plan
Defense Secretary McNamara unveils a program to rehabilitate 40,000 draft rejects and enroll 100,000 annually in special training. The pool includes roughly two million in 1-Y status, with about 30 percent projected to be Black as they are among enlistees and draftees barred by tests.
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Defense Department
Defense
Robert S. McNamara
Bomb Haiphong to Cut North Vietnamese Fuel Lifeline
The piece argues that after North Vietnam infiltrated South Vietnam, bombing the Hanoi Haiphong petroleum complex is justified. With Haiphong harbor as the sole fuel reception for replacements, the author says blocking it now would shorten war and save lives.
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North Viet Nam
South Viet Nam
Hanoi
Haiphong
United States
Saigon
Truman Lessons on Congressional Battles Shape Future Presidents
James Marlow notes Truman’s confrontations with Congress set a template. Eisenhower avoided frays, Kennedy sought cool popularity, and Johnson mastered Senate leadership. By 1965 Johnson enjoyed broad Democratic majorities and strong legislative output amid a torn Republican Party.
Luce's confession reshapes tale of Progressive Labor exit
Philip Abbott Luce, 28, former Progressive Labor Movement participant, testifies before the House Un American Activities Committee. He says he left PLM in late January 1965 citing misrule, democracy concerns, and fear for young followers, then alerted authorities and urged reflection to avoid repetition. Four major conservative groups coordinate, honoring Barry Goldwater's influence.
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Nittle
Luce
Progressive Labor Movement
House Committee On Un-American Activities
Alfred M. Nittle
Philip Abbott Luce
Cuba
New York
PLM
Wolfgang Leonhardt
Barry Goldwater
Mason County urged as site for West Virginia jet port
A reader letter argues Mason County is the logical site for a West Virginia jet port due to central location between Charleston Huntington and Parkersburg, favorable terrain, FAA approved studies, and potential four lane highway link to boost accessibility and growth.
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the Messenger
Mason County
Charleston
Huntington
Parkersburg
Vienna
Wood County
Federal Aviation Authorities
State
West Virginia
FAA
Ohio
The Athens Messenger newspaper pricing and mailing notice
The Athens Messenger lists circulation details for weekdays and Sundays with prices for in state, nearby states, and nationwide mail delivery. Subscription options include weekly daily and Sunday bundles, monthly and yearly rates, and carrier or mail delivery.
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