Democratic Steering Committee fails to unite on committee seats
In a closed meeting the Democratic Steering Committee could not resolve intra party disputes over committee assignments for the new Congress. Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield called a Thursday morning conference to revisit the issue. Disagreements center on which party members will hold steering group seats and influence legislative committees. Southerners currently occupy eight of the 15 steering posts, drawing criticism of unequal regional representation.
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Talking traffic signal debut in southwest Los Angeles
In Los Angeles County officials tested a walking signal that says Don’t walk and Walk. A built in tape recorder provides audible crossing instructions matching the electronic signs. The Don’t walk message activates when crossing time is short.
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Mrs Oswald Returns to Dallas After Ann Arbor Course
Marina Oswald widow of Lee Harvey Oswald visits the University of Michigan English Language Institute in Ann Arbor. She wears a head scarf and attends a brief news session while planning eight weeks of study before returning to Dallas. She seeks to meet students and improve English. The visit is sponsored by the First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor.
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Checks take on colors and scent in high fashion banking
New York banks turn to fashion with color coordinated and scented checks. Manufacturers Hanover, National City Bank, Bank of America, and Chase Manhattan showcase designs like cobra patterned rain gear and lizard styles with hues such as ledger red and cadet blue. The trend, begun since 1984, blends style with banking, aiming to attract more checking accounts while charging extra for luxury editions.
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Johnson pushes voting rights aim beyond the Deep South
President Johnson seeks to eliminate voting obstacles nationwide with possible legislation or constitutional amendment. Justice Department will advise on approaches including ending literacy tests and standardizing residency, aiming to boost turnout from 62 percent in last election. Officials study federal voter registration oversight and a sweeping constitutional change while not signaling a specific plan.
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Prince William Begins Bank Trainee Role in London
London AP reports Prince William, ninth in line to the throne, is starting as a bank trainee at a London institution. The 21 year old prince will work standard banker hours and no salary details were disclosed.
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