RFK Death Seen as Symptom of National Sickness
On a national day of mourning for Senator Robert F. Kennedy crowds packed churches nationwide. Speakers linked the assassination to a broader illness in society, urging action to dispel a culture of violence and calling for renewed moral understanding.
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Sirhan Plea to Charge Set June 28
Los Angeles AP reports that Sirhan Bishara Sirhan, jailed for the murder of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, is to enter a plea to the murder charge on June 28. Prosecution teams press to resolve gaps in Superior Court Case No. A233421 amid ongoing questions of possible conspiracy.
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Wind and Rain Lash Minnesota Crop and Property Damage
Severe weather from Sunday night into today damaged crops and property across western Minnesota. Tornadoes felled trees at Lake Crystal and near Fergus Falls while funnel clouds were spotted around Battle Lake and Britton. One teen was injured when a car was thrown in Britton. other crews reported downed antennas, a torn rink tent, and power outages across several cities.
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Lund Seeks Re-election as National Committeewoman
Minnesota Republicans including Rockefeller and Nixon campaign leaders back Rhoda Lund of Edina for another term as national committeewoman. Lund, in post since 1960, faces challenger Nancy Brataas of Rochester. Election by the GOP state central committee follows the state convention in Duluth next Saturday.
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Times Sees HHH 1968 Nomination Outlook Grows
The New York Times reports Hubert H. Humphrey leads the Democratic field after Kennedy's death with over 1,600 pledged delegates, while Eugene McCarthy trails with under 450. Republican Nelson Rockefeller salutes Kennedy in a Meadville speech, and Illinois primary focus shifts to a four way GOP governor race as party delegate counts unfold.
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Gunman Turns In Shotgun Aims to Spur Imitation
A man turns in a 16 gauge shotgun and says his action should encourage others to follow suit. AP Wire photo accompanies the report.
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Ray Indicates He Will Fight Extradition Move
James Earl Ray appeared in Bow Street Court and signaled resistance to U S extradition for the King assassination. London’s magistrate ordered him held without bail for June 18 while American officials pursue extradition. Ray, an escaped convict, requested court-appointed counsel.
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DIES Archibishop Chryssostomos 88 dies in Athens hospital
Arch bishop Chryssostomos 88, a controversial former Orthodox primate of Greece, passed away Sunday night after a long illness in an Athens hospital. He was ousted as primate after Greece’s 1967 military takeover.
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New York Mayor testifies in Spock antiwar trial
Mayor John V. Lindsay testified in U S District Court about meeting with Benjamin Spock and others on December 2 at Gracie Mansion to discuss the antiwar protest planned for December 5 in New York. He said he supported peaceful expression but warned against violence and noted the anticipated police cost of 250000.
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Court Upheld New York Textbook Lending Law
The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 ruling, affirmed a New York statute requiring public school systems to lend textbooks to students in parochial and other private schools. Justice White wrote the majority saying the law does not violate the Constitution, with Justices Black Douglas and Fortas dissenting.
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Civilian Toll in Saigon Tops 500 in Viet Cong Attacks
Saigon civilian deaths from 22 days of Viet Cong rocket and mortar fire passed 500 with shelling hitting central districts. General Westmoreland, departing to become Army chief of staff, said stopping the indiscriminate rockets is virtually impossible. The flare of destruction includes 16,269 houses damaged or burned and 161,000 homeless in the capital military district.
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Westmoreland Sees No Quick Vietnam Victory
Gen William Westmoreland said American strength was immense but defeating the Hanoi led enemy quickly is unrealistic. He noted a token U.S. drawdown could begin in 1969, depending on trends, and warned the Vietcong would pay a heavy price as losses mount.
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Court OKs 1966 wage law for state workers
The Supreme Court approved a federal minimum wage and overtime law for about 1.7 million state employees, despite challenges from 28 states arguing Congress overstepped its constitutional powers.
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French Election Campaign Opens With 2000 Candidates
Paris AP reports the official start of France's 13 day campaign for the 487 National Assembly seats to be filled in June. More than 2,000 candidates compete as voters prepare for the political contest.
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Man With Gun Set for Trial
A Syracuse printing company executive was ordered to stand trial on July 9 for carrying a gun to St Patrick's Cathedral during Sen Robert F Kennedy's funeral. He said he forgot the gun was in his briefcase and had an invitation to the services. In Washington, Lee E Morrow AFF was beaten and robbed after serving 24 hours with the Kennedy family.
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Court Allows Taxpayer Suits on School Aid
Supreme Court opens the door for taxpayer suits against federal aid to parochial schools, overruling a 1923 barrier that kept individuals from challenging federal programs. Eight justices noted no absolute constitutional bar to suits challenging allegedly unconstitutional federal taxing and spending. The ruling could affect other federal programs and concerns about 41.9 million dollars in annual aid under the 1965 Elementary and Secondary Education Act.
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