LBJ Campaigning to Defend Democratic Ticket
President Johnson declares a Democratic ballot will yield triumphs for the people, delivering a partisan NBC radio address against Nixon Humphrey Wallace and urging support for Humphrey Muskie while warning of Republican plans to dismantle gains and pull America apart. He singles out Nixon’s past votes on education and Medicare and decries Republican opposition to social legislation.
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Gun Control Bill Goes To President
The strongest gun control measure passes Congress and awaits President Johnson signature. The compromise bans mail orders for rifles, shotguns, and ammunition, with age limits on purchases and prohibitions for certain groups. It imposes updated penalties for felons and gun use in federal crimes, while excluding universal gun ownership registration.
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Dallas Wild Weekend Looms in City Festivities
Dallas braces for the annual wild weekend combining football, riots, and celebrations. Police deploy 1,300 officers for events including Nixon rally, State Fair Kids Day, the Oklahoma-Texas game, and the Cowboys vs Eagles clash. Downtown riot anticipated at Commerce and Akard with past arrests and costly damage, hotels Bak er and Adolphus facing risk while authorities report yearlong prep and projected costs around 26,700 dollars for manpower.
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Wallace Campaign Scene in Duluth Draws Quiet Crowd
George C. Wallace spoke to 6,350 people in Duluth Arena where few heckled and about 100 left early. Wallace taunted the press including the New York Times as reporters joked with him aboard his plane. Nixon predicted a big November win with Europe talks, speaking to 5,000 in Akron and 6,500 in Moline, while protesters were ignored.
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Humphrey urges more active presidency for 1969 win
Senator Hubert H. Humphrey spoke to clothing industry leaders and to the Queens County Democratic dinner in New York urging stronger presidential action to tackle social ills and urban decay. He argued one leader can make a difference and pledged to win New York votes to secure a Democratic White House in 1969.
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TV Critics Note Warmer Winter TV Doldrums
Cynthia Lowry surveys early signs of a lazy season of TV with violence toned down and youth and minority themes rising. She critiques Hawaii Five-O Ironside Mod Squad and Blondie for flimsy plots and patronizing depictions while recommending Olympic coverage and 21st Century nature of the human body in weekend slots.
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