JFK Thanksgiving Proclamation Read to Churches
Washington AP presents President Kennedy's Thanksgiving Day proclamation dated November 28 1963 urging churches nationwide to read the text. The document traces historical precedents from Virginia Massachusetts Lincoln and Washington while calling for gratitude for national strength, faith, and enduring civic virtues and a pledge to work for peace justice and relief from suffering.
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Lyndon Johnson's lifelong political race and rise to presidency
A sprawling profile traces Lyndon Baines Johnson from Stonewall Texas childhood to his persistent public life. It chronicles his family roots, education, early work, entry into politics, Roosevelt era mentorship, and key moves toward the Senate, highlighting his enduring drive and pivotal early experiences.
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Television viewing rebounds after JFK assassination
In New York the TV set usage surged as viewers turned to programs and jokes following the Dallas shooting. Nielsen estimates show 42 percent of homes watched during a light viewing period with a peak 77 percent later, while coverage of Kennedy’s death drew record attention nationwide.
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Television Log Page Highlights and Schedule Notes
The Sun air schedule lists Nick Gearhart News Six O'clock News and sports updates at 6 10. Weather from Sid Lasher and Ron Cochran with Newsreels and several CBS NBC ABC programs including The Virginian Ozzie and Harriet Patty Duke Show and The Dick Van Dyke Show. Notable items include CBS Reports about motion pictures Flight from Hollywood and a discussion hour with three presidents featuring Truman Eisenhower and Kennedy. Willy Brandt and Barry Goldwater guest plans noted with care delays and cancellations. Lawrence Welk misses his Saturday show while ABC band covers duties.
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