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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1964
Page
4
Editorial urges voters to evaluate candidates by issues, not endorsements. It notes campaigns will likely reveal clear ideological contrasts, urging scrutiny of candidate sincerity and judgment once debates address real policy.
James R. Hoffa faces multiple convictions including four counts of fraud and conspiracy against the union pension fund. He previously was found guilty in Tennessee for fixing a jury. Appeals are planned as Hoffa’s grip on the union appears to weaken and confidence among members shifts.
Civil rights leaders call for an end to mass demonstrations until after election day to avoid racist inflaming of politics. They warn a campaign timed pause could look political and urge sharper condemnation of violence by all, noting progress through nonviolent action and risks to gains.
The Honest Election Foundation and the Joint Civic Committee on Elections seek volunteers to staff polls in November. They aim for 7000 workers, with 3000 already trained, to deter fraud amid limited legislative reforms. The effort urges co ordination of volunteer watchers to protect the franchise.
B W Kough chairs the Mower County Red Cross. City Council debates Main Street widening. Mrs Walter Hall wins a Better Homes and Gardens recipe endorsement for her apple sauce cake.
In a wave of understated remarks Kennedy calls his VP chances slight while Rolvaag says Humphrey has a good chance. The piece notes Humphrey as a strong No. 2 prospect, Kennedy’s book on poverty and private government aid, plus McCar thy’s week amid attacks over meat import votes. Goldwater’s California retreat amid assassination fears is noted along with Johnson urging civics and discipline in teachers. Louis Harris to publish Monday survey on Humphrey’s VP odds.
In Ibadan Nigeria Victor Riesel highlights American involvement in Nigeria’s rise from malaria and tsetse fly regions to a modern education system. U.S. aid includes Michigan State University built University of Nigeria and five universities in four years, with a $225 million government commitment and $90 million yearly private investment needed.
This public Q A from the Austin Social Security Office explains partial month payments, yearly record keeping for cash wages, and reporting requirements. It covers earnings thresholds for August, January son’s age 18, farm aid workers, and days worked for year end social security reporting.
A resident laments tree removals on 8th Ave NW as the city plans street widening. An 88 year old mother mourns her garden while a neighbour recalls past driveway level changes and calls to forgive those who bulldoze their way around the Judgment Day.
On this date August 1 1964 Christopher Columbus anchored at Trinidad during his third voyage to the New World becoming first European to reach South America. Colorado was admitted as the 38th state in 1876. The American Air Force trace to 1907 with the First Aeronautical Division. In 1944 American forces moved into Brittany from Normandy. Ten years ago Israel accepted proposals to improve ties with Jordan. Five years ago Nixon returned to Moscow for a radio address after visiting the Soviet Union. One year ago Kennedy disclosed renewed US Britain military cooperation with France over a nuclear test ban treaty.
Bruce Biassot reports right wing groups urge low profile for Barry Goldwater's campaign. Leaders like Billy James Hargis plan Europe tours to avoid alienating potential electors while a National Conservative Council meeting signals cautious backing and calls for a third party remain muted amid pro Goldwater sentiment.
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