Republicans urged to unite behind Bliss and Nixon for 1968 bid
The Council of Republican Organizations and liberal groups warn moderates lack a leader and face undercutting by Ray Bliss and Richard Nixon. They argue party unity is essential to defeat Johnson Democrats and win in 1964 and 1968, urging Americans to close ranks rather than pursue factional splits.
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De Gaulle and Asia policy lukewarm history lesson
Joseph Alsop discerns that General De Gaulle cites experience while relying on the French secret service networks in Asia. The piece traces alleged covert dealings in Saigon Hanoi and Laos, linking them to De Gaulle's view that the United States should retreat in Vietnam.
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Conservatism in 1968 GOP Gamble in Democratic Storm
In Washington commentary on the 1968 race argues Johnson Humphrey likely to win unless Republicans unite conservatives and moderates. It cites GOP liberalism’s failures, Goldwater’s 1964 collapse, Reagan and DeRounian events, and Conservative Book Club polling showing preference for Nixon Ford over a Romney Javits ticket.
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Humphrey
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Lindsay- Kuchel
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Council of Republican Organizations
Johnson campaign energy centers on Viet Nam and economy
The piece notes President Johnson uses a broad campaign tour to shore up a Democratic House and Senate majority, focusing on Viet Nam and the economy. It cites 294 of 435 Democrats in the House and 67 to 33 Senate split, with public polls showing Johnson's approval slipping and potential race tensions ahead.
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Riviera
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Diem
John Foster Dulles
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Bai Vien
Cambier
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Viet Nam
Congress
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Senate
Middle West
Fruitless Mission as De Gaulle Seeks Indochina Neutralization
The article notes Laos and Cambodia as sites of ongoing fighting and argues de Gaulle’s peace proposal for neutralizing Indochina is ineffective. It criticizes North Vietnam for rejecting peace talks while warning that the conflict risks spreading to a wider war. De Gaulle is portrayed as offering mediation but without buy in from North Vietnam.
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Cambodia
Viet Nam
North Viet Nam
Charles de Gaulle
Indochina
South
DeGaulle
de Gaulle
Pennsylvanian Plans Fast Rail Expansion To Midwest
Gov. William W. Scranton announces a 160 mph rail project extending Boston to Washington speed tests to the Midwest. The plan, a $19.6 million venture with federal state and Penn Railroad funding, aims to revive rail travel and reduce highway use.
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Washington
Middle Western
William W. Scranton
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Railroad
Southeast Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
Middle West
Bread prices double in fifty years says Messenger
The Messenger notes bread price changes from five cents to ten cents for a 28 ounce loaf fifty years ago. Averages, inflation, and local impact hinted at in aging clip.
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Steel Seafarer
Walter S. Southerton
Athens Steam Laundry
Athens County Common Pleas Court
Athens Messenger Publishing Co. circulation and contact info
The Athens Messenger lists delivery options and subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions. It notes mail prices for Ohio and distant addresses, and provides the publisher address at 43 W Union St Athens Ohio 45701.
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Massenger Publishing Co
Union St
Athens
Ohio
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