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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1966
Page
4
The DFA and many Republican hopefuls oppose a sales tax and offer no alternative reform plan. The piece argues Minnesota combines high property and income taxes with a burden on industry and calls on candidates to specify a reform approach rather than merely opposing a sales tax.
The inspector general for foreign assistance disclosed to Secretary of State Dean Rusk that the office has saved millions by canceling questionable aid. Projects halted include a $40 million Taiwan dam and a $200,000 Cambodia well drill. The Tunis Sicily cable project remains unused. The office has 25 inspectors who travel widely to audit aid programs.
The article notes a pattern of 5 4 splits in recent Supreme Court rulings viewed as revolutionary or rewriting the constitution. It argues broader agreement would improve confidence in the court’s wisdom amid minority criticisms.
The American Football League and National Football League plan a full merger starting in 1970 to curb costly bidding wars for college stars and reduce pressure on players from amateur colleges. A Senate bill would bring major pro sports under antitrust rules, with some exemptions. The Minneapolis Star notes the broader moral and social debates surrounding the move.
Subscription rates and delivery details for Thomson Newspapers Austin Minnesota outline mail and carrier options. Readers are instructed to send change of address notices to Box 578 and provided with zones and prices for six months and one year.
Turn Back The Clock recalls events from three decades ago with a two hour stunt show by Jack Robinson and Johnnie Osterhouse at Decker airport that drew 3 500. Police report eleven arrests for intoxication over the weekend but none were Legionnaires at the convention.
Lt. Gov. A M Sandy Keith, age 37, won the Democratic-Farmer-Labor endorsement for governor after 20 ballots, making history as an incumbent rejection. The Rochester native, son of a Mayo Clinic doctor, faces party turmoil and attacks over a past insurance scandal while promising unity and a suburban appeal if elected.
The article argues Mondale remains popular in the U S Senate race with no major GOP challenger likely to defeat him. It notes Andersen could be strongest GOP option but would still face tough odds, while GOP fear of losing governorships shapes strategy. The Herald declines endorsing letters and highlights local funding and historical notes from readers.
The Defense Secretary argues reserves remain available for emergencies as officials plan higher readiness. Ten high priority divisions exist within the reserves with many members likely to be first called to federal service. National Guard units will man many Hercules anti aircraft units and Air Guardsmen take on more missions and longer active duties.
Facts of historical events tied to today June 23 spanning 1683 William Penn Indian purchase agreement, 1722 Charleston incorporation, 1780 Spring field battle, 1931 Wiley Post world flight, 1943 RAF round trip to Germany, 1947 Taft Hartley Act, 1956 Twining visit to Moscow, 196? Stevenson South American tour, 196? Dominican Republic peace plan talks with OAS.
Elton Fay outlines volunteer paths to military service with six year obligations. Details compare Regular Army Navy Marine Air Forces and reserves including age ranges enlistment lengths training and overseas assignments. Parental consent needed for 17 year olds. booklet offers full induction insights.
A reader from Rose Creek reports the theft of a small redwood planter left at her infant grandson's grave in Calvary Cemetery. She asks the thief or their conscience to return the item and laments the loss from a baby's grave.
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