Credential Fights May Reach Floor At Democratic Convention
At Chicago the McCarthy camp plans to challenge Southern delegations over racial discrimination on the convention floor. Georgia is viewed as the key confrontation with Humphrey over seating, with Alabama and Texas delegations also under serious consideration. Humphrey aims to avoid traps while delegates loyal to him proceed separately.
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Bombing dominates pre convention Democratic maneuvering
The Democratic race nears its end with renewed focus on bombing in North Vietnam. Humphrey defends policy while Johnson rebuffs a pause, and McGovern pushes for seating disputes as convention battles unfold with Nixon Maddox and Agnew also in play.
Humphrey Backers Confident of Victory on the First Ballot
CHICAGO (UPI) Confident Humphrey forces expect a first ballot win for the Democratic nomination based on a 1,400 vote lead from delegates. Lawrence F. O'Brien says McCarthy trails with fewer than 600 votes as talks turn to a running mate. Top contenders listed are Harris Muskie Shriver and Hughes, with ages and city appeals noted.
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Harriman optimistic on future of Paris Vietnam talks
UPI reports US chief negotiator W Averell Harriman remains hopeful about the Paris talks despite a 15 week deadlock. He said there has been no direct progress but signs suggest possible progress as both sides wish to keep talks going and avoid breaking off. Nguyen Thanh Le accused the US of aggression and violation of the Geneva convention as negotiators were set to meet for the 18th time.
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Space Agency Eyes Moon Walks Next Year Amid Schedule Shuffle
Space officials say a 1969 moon landing is clearly possible next year with an added Apollo mission. Astronauts Frank Borman Jim Lovell and William Anders are slated for Apollo 8 to boost the moon flight schedule after reshuffled crews and a new midcourse plan.
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