Johnson visits denials cloud college meetings in Columbus
Unconfirmed reports that President Johnson would attend two college associations meetings in Columbus were dismissed. The brief item covers denials and notes potential public reaction amid national debates on the Johnson administration. The report lists other U.S. and world briefs on Manila elections, Vietnam diplomacy, pollution funding, and entertainment network changes.
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Work Begins on $2 Million Athens Apartment Complex
Inside Today reports the start of construction on a 140 unit apartment complex in Athens with a project budget of 2 million dollars. The article notes local officials and developers initiating site work and planning approvals as crews move forward on the housing venture.
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Chauncey Council
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Rioting at Central State Ends in 91 Arrests in Ohio
Police and National Guardsmen confined the Central State University campus after a Monday riot involving 300 to 400 students. 10 highway patrolmen and deputies injured, one with a broken leg. 88 detainees to be charged with disorderly conduct, Warren faced trespassing. bonds set.
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Xenia
Joseph L. Hagler
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Taft to Seek Recount in Cleveland Mayoral Race
Seth C. Taft, Republican nominee, will request a recount from the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections after losing to Carl B. Stokes by 1,644 votes in Cleveland's closest mayoral election. Taft says the margin narrows from 2,501 after last Saturday's official count and admits no proof of irregularities, but calls for a recount to settle lingering questions.
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General Hochmuth Killed In Vietnam Helicopter Crash
SAIGON AP The United States loses a second general in Vietnam Maj Gen Bruno A Hochmuth commander of the 3rd Marine Division was killed when his helicopter exploded and crashed north of Hue Four others died with him The crash follows the July 6 death of Maj Gen William J Crumm in a B52 collision near South Vietnam The U S command reports gunner action low along the coastal plain northeast of Saigon with two helicopters shot down and five damaged but Hochmuths death status unclear The fighting around Dak To eases after a fierce Monday battle that killed 10 paratroopers and wounded 33 with occasional sniper fire reported this morning
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Aiken hits Vietnam critics as treason below belt
Senator George D. Aiken denounces President Johnson and officials for suggesting critics of Vietnam policy are disloyal. He cites Ellsworth Bunker and Vice President Humphrey, says such rhetoric blames dissent for lack of progress and urges unity without concessions.
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Trio Welcomed After Release at Fort Bragg
S. Sgt. James E. Jackson and two fellow Green Berets returned to the United States from captivity in Cambodia. Pitzer walked unsteadily on arrival at Fort Bragg with Johnson taken to Walter Reed in Washington. The trio were greeted by cheering comrades and joined by Thomas Hayden, a Newark writer, amid a peace committee led by Dr. King.
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Four U.S. Sailors Missing in Tokyo Hunted by Police
Japanese police, acting on a U.S. request, hunt for four AWOL Navy sailors from the carrier Intrepid. They criticized U.S. Vietnam policy and sought political asylum in Japan or another nonwar country. Authorities focus on Tokyo's bookstore district near the Japan Peace for Vietnam Committee. Names and ages: Airman John M. Barilla 20, Maryland. Richard D. Bailey 19, Florida. Michael A. Lindner 19, Pennsylvania. Craig W. Anderson 20, California. They lacked orders and passports. A similar case involved Kenneth Criggs who deserted in April and sought refuge in the Cuban Embassy, which refused extradition.
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Antipoverty bill gains urban GOP support in House vote
In Washington AP reports urban Republicans back the antipoverty program aiding passage in the House with 20 moderates providing crucial votes. The chamber defeated a GOP bid to cut funding from 2.06 billion to 1.4 billion and rejected multiple GOP amendments on Job Corps operations. Democratic leaders hope to shield Neighborhood Youth Corps and Community Action programs as voting continues. New York New England Michigan and Ohio Republicans opposed the funding cut.
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Johnson setback highlighted by polls and 1968 race moves
The Associated Press reports a record low 23 percent of respondents trust Johnson over Vietnam. George Wallace plans a California foray to seek ballot placement while Shirley Temple Black seeks a California congressional seat. Voters in San Mateo County choose a replacement for late Rep. Younger as Temple Black competes with four Republicans and six Democrats. Scranton argues GOP moderates favor a win in 1968 over ideological stances.
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