President Johnson Avoids Replacing White House Dogs
AP reports President Johnson, a dog lover, asks Americans not to flood the White House with pet gifts. He accepted a white collie from a 9 year old Illinois girl but urges gifts be sent to children or institutions locally. The first family already has two beagles and others recount pets of Kennedys and past presidents.
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President Johnson Buys Daughter Fashion Gift
President Johnson displayed campus fashion awareness by buying his daughter Lyn da Bird a red Marimekko dress from Finland for Christmas. The casual loose shift style with a high yoke reflects popular college wear during his recent Scandinavian trip.
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Accidental Shooting Hospitalizes Youth in Northwood Family
Steven Hengesteg, 17, of rural Northwood Iowa was listed in good condition after an accidental chest wound from a .22 rifle held by his brother during target shooting. The rifle was a Christmas present.
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Radio figure John Holbrook dies after stroke
John Holbrook aged 56 a longtime radio announcer and former NBC actor died following a stroke last Saturday in New York. He passed away Wednesday according to AP reports.
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NBC
Some People Just Can't Stand the Mardi Gras
Louis Milliner notes that Mardi Gras stirs mixed feelings as crowds cheer on floats and vendors. Some residents hate parades for traffic disruption and weather cancellations, while visitors relish the festival's mythic, jovial tone.
Dean Myron M. Weaver Dies at 62 in Schenectady
Dr. Myron M. Weaver, 62, longtime dean of Union University's graduate school, died Wednesday of a heart attack in Schenectady New York. He led graduate programs and served as a faculty member for several decades.
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Union University
Mardi Gras Parade Sparks Mixed Reactions in City
The piece notes some residents avoid going out during Mardi Gras while a large crowd план crowds gather for the Greatest Free Show on Earth. It mentions a February 11 celebration and a marching society blocking routes along the way.
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