Reagan vows no more speeches before GOP nominating convention
In Washington, Ronald Reagan told GOP leaders he will not tour states for campaigning before August’s nominating convention, excluding key primaries in Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Oregon. He met with House and Senate leaders and National Chairman Bliss as he maintains a light campaign schedule.
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Petition to Recall Abilene Mayor Hooks Begun
A recall petition started in Abilene by The Committee of Local Government targets Mayor Raton Mooks for backing a public housing authority. Critics oppose a new federal state agency with broad powers and a subsidized rent program. To trigger an election about recall, 10 percent of registered voters must sign.
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Medicare costs rise to four billion in eighteen months
The hospital insurance program under Medicare spent four billion dollars in eighteen months covering 7.6 million admissions for the elderly. Nursing home and extended care facilities billed 275 million for 405,000 admissions, plus 32 million for home health care across 350,000 cases.
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Purcell Heads Texas Congress Delegation
Rep. Graham Purcell of Wichita Falls is the new chairman of the Texas Democratic delegation in Congress. The 22 member group named Rep. Ray Roberts of McKinney as vice chairman and Rep. Bob Eckhardt of Houston as secretary. Sen. Ralph Yarborough and Rep. Henry Gonzalez of San Antonio were named representatives on hemispheres HemisFair 1968.
Law Changes Raise Pay For Hospital Services
A social security writer explains 1968 amendments widening Medicare hospital coverage. Effective April 1 1968 hospital radiology and pathology services are paid in full under Medical Insurance while inpatient stays keep protection. Enrollees advised to file claims timely and seek help completing closed period reimbursements.
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Sick Prisoners To Be Released In Vietnam War Swap
Saigon officials said 55 to 40 sick and wounded North Vietnamese prisoners will be released. No time set for release, with Tet as a possible period. It is unclear if U S prisoners will be freed, though hopes exist for reciprocal moves.
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Romney Opens Second Front In Wisconsin Campaign
Romney and his team push into Wisconsin with a campaign swing to Milwaukee for the April 2 primary while maintaining focus on New Hampshire voting March 12. He praises gains in New Hampshire, touts experience, and urges rivals to outline a Vietnam settlement and broader reform. He notes Nixon leads in New Hampshire polls and criticizes power structures. he vows continued campaigning across states.
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30 Hour Course in 5 Words Or Less
Miami University adds a 320 hour course to the curriculum teaching how to enter contests. Clarice Busch will teach two hours weekly for 15 weeks on how to slant entries to agencies and craft jingles in 25 words or less.
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Three El Paso Pupils Fear Terror After Criticism
In El Paso three students in a local anti poverty program report harassment for criticizing the situation. Daniel Espinosa accuses Regina Martinez of abusive language. Martinez is married to a leading figure in the Student Migrant Council. An Espinosa hearing is set for Monday.
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