Court Upholds Jailing of Alcoholics
The Texas Supreme Court ruled by a 5 to 4 decision that chronic alcoholics can still be jailed for public drunkenness. It noted alcoholism may be a disease but not an irresistible compulsion preventing self control. The decision cited inadequate treatment and described jails as a sober up mechanism, with AA cited as evidence of sobriety.
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Supreme Court
High Court
Alcoholics Anonymous
Red
RED Wing
Republican Eagle
Trevino Captures National Open in Unorthodox Style
Lee Trevino wins the National Open at Rochester showcasing a unique swing and gritty resilience. He defused a potential penalty by flagging Bert Yancey’s error, epitomizing sportsmanship and earning Marines’ cheers alongside a fan base of many underdog supporters.
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Lee Trevino
Lee
Rochester
Bert Yancey
U.S. Marines
Montezuma
Greens
Solidarity Day Demonstration in Washington Draws 50000
The Solidarity Day march in Washington drew about 50,000 people in a peaceful display aimed at pressing Congress for poverty relief. Observers note the event raised national awareness of poverty and race issues while warning against potential backlashes if Resurrection City remains beyond its licensed period.
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Washington
Resurrection City
Solidarity Day
Congress
Veterans benefits grow with rising veteran numbers
The United States faces about 27 million veterans with 70 thousand monthly discharges. Benefits include unemployment support, school funding, low interest loans, and disability payments up to 300 dollars monthly. A new program trains troops before discharge. firms near bases offer programs. police training is included.
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United States
Congress
Veterans Administration
Mason City Globe
Lordly restoration and dreams quoted by Woolworth
The excerpt cites Psalm 126:1 about Zion's fortunes and a Woolworth quote on pursuing dreams. It then lists Thomson Newspapers details and Austin Minnesota payroll style subscription and delivery rates, including zones and contact info.
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Austin Daily Herald Thomson Newspapers, Inc
Austin
Minnesota
Minn
U.S. Armed Forces
United States
A.F.O
F.P.O
Turn Back the Clock 30 Years Ago in Austin and Area
A retrospective item notes last night’s heavy rain in Austin with 1.47 inches, track flooding disrupting Milwaukee line service between Lanesboro and Austin, and local baseball standings with the Packers gaining first in team batting while overtaking Owatonna. A separate historical blurb recalls 20 years ago crop losses from severe hail and high winds, plus a milestone in local printing as the Austin Herald adopts a 32 page press. It also mentions the Holy Name Rally and Lions Club leadership changes around 1958.
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Milwaukee Railroad
Lanesboro
Faribault
Austin Packers
Owatonna
Minnesota
Goss
Austin Herald
Mower County Fairgrounds
Fairgrounds
Dr. Ladd FP. Day
Lions Club
McCarthy gains in New York. Massie fights death row
McCarthy leads in New York delegates with at least 61 of the state’s total, overshadowing Kennedy and Humphrey. In California, Massie seeks the California Supreme Court to overturn a death sentence, claiming cruel and unusual punishment after a 3 year delay.
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Sen
Eugene McCarthy
New York
California
McCarthy
Robert Kennedy
Humphrey
Kennedy
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San Quentin
California State Supreme Court
Robert L. Massie
Massie
Rockefeller urges sweeping changes to meet world needs
Nelson Rockefeller argues for bold national adaptation to rapid change. He links urban unrest and rural displacement to industrial shifts, calling for foresight in transportation and welfare systems and proposing a $2.5 billion bond issue to fund reforms.
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Rocky
Berry's World on Changing Times and a Call to Action
The piece urges a modern integrated transportation system and notes a 1967 bond approval by New Yorkers. It argues the US must adapt to rapid change in foreign policy and world affairs, warning against complacency while promoting faith, leadership, and peaceful progress.
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Vietnam
History repeats Viet peace talks parallel tactics
Washington analysis compares Hanoi and Kaesong Panmunjom in Korea. Communists push for a provisional truce line first to gain leverage, delaying broader talks and fortifying positions. The tactic, if used again, could free North Vietnam from heavy pressure and prolong conflict.
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Washington
NEA
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Paris
Vietnam
Kaesong
Panmunjom
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Red
U. S
U.s.-U.n
U.S
North Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh
A Few Thoughts on Welfare and War Critics
Ralph C. Colby argues that welfare funding is not the main driver of the federal deficit and cites that nearly 80 percent of spending goes to wars while only 12 percent funds health education and welfare. He cites Eisenhower on military industrial complex and urges cuts in military budgets alongside welfare. The letter also notes Kentucky's 1825 creation of a state highways system.
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John W. Gardner
Gardner
Federa
Ing
Sen. Church
Eisenhower
Ralph C. Colby
7Th Ave
Frankfort
Kentucky
Rockefeller Struggle to Overcome Nixon Lead in Delegates
Tulsa dispatch notes Nelson Rockefeller trails Richard Nixon in GOP delegate potential. Rockefeller lacks momentum despite Shafer endorsement and hopes for more governor backing. Analysts cite his past missteps and timid supporters as key obstacles to consolidating moderates and shifting Midwest backing.
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Nixon
Tulsa
Okla
NEA
Nelson Rockefeller
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Raymond Shafer
Rockefeller
Richard Nixon
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New England
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Iowa
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Miami Beach
Shafer
South Carolina
Strom Thurmond
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Pacific
George Romney
Spiro Agnew
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Mr. Rockefeller
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Berry's
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Clara
NEA, Inc
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Coolidge
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Berlin
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Art Loucks
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John Chafee
Rhode Island
Harold LeVander
John Love
Colorado
Nils Boe
South Dakota
David Cargo
New Mexico
Daniel Evans
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