Humphrey to sparing use of Johnson in Nixon race
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey aims for a restrained campaign alongside President Johnson’s legacy amid Democratic divisions over Vietnam. Johnson intends to follow Humphrey’s lead if needed, while Sen. McCarthy and Sen. McGovern challenge the nominee’s stance, fueling a split among youth and antiwar supporters.
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Washington AP Roundup of Budget, Tours and Plans
The AP reports ongoing cultural and budget efforts in Washington including a planned annual catalogue of federal funds. Charles J. Zwick says the first issue will be ready by early 1969. Officials reconsider a Minnesota band Russia tour after the Czechoslovakia invasion. An Air Force general estimates 1.5 billion dollars for two supersonic transports. A five member team heads to Colombia to assist farm marketing and rural roads. President Johnson creates a 31 member private citizens committee on long range foreign trade policy.
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Gulf Resources Seeks Sulfur on West Texas Lands
Gulf Resources and Chemical Corp says it has an option to explore for sulfur on about 12 00 acres across Green Schleicher and Trion counties in West Texas. President Robert H. Allen notes a parallel option to acquire 13 000 acres from Roden Oil Co. in the same region. core drilling to start in a few weeks. Halley’s Comet history mentioned in passing.
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Humphrey Nominated At Democratic Convention Amid Street Unrest
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago chose Hubert Humphrey on the first ballot amid fierce street clashes with police. Abraham Ribicoff denounced police actions as brutal while Muskie was selected as running mate. Debates over Vietnam policy dominated sessions as violence and protest colored the landmark event.
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A Litter Better Slogan On Versailles Wrecker Trucks
In Versailles Kentucky an AP report notes a tow truck business uses the slogan Our Business Is Picking Up painted on its fleet. The eye catching line reflects local roadside humor and business branding in a small city setting.
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