Occupied Czechoslovakia Recalled as Little Industrial Giant
A Prague observer recalls Czechoslovakia once called a little industrial giant as Soviet and satellite troops seize Prague. The piece notes historic invasions, liberation by Soviets in 1945, and decades of Communist rule, highlighting Czechoslovakia’s factories, Skoda, Tatras, and spa regions. It contrasts Prague’s medieval heritage with modern growth and cites local resentment of Soviet influence.
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Kennedy halts bid to attend Democratic Convention
Hyannis Port Massachusetts UPI Sen Edward M Kennedy weighs attending the Democratic National Convention amid Chicago street violence He plans a memorial for slain brother Robert F Kennedy and considers not traveling to Chicago As a TV crew set up to broadcast his memorial speech Kennedy reaffirms his final decision not to run and urges the convention to select a nominee from active candidates Meanwhile a Mayo Clinic surgeon predicts organ transplants will extend life by overcoming rejection with future pills or injections and ongoing experiments show progress
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Humphrey Plans Northern Industrial State Campaign Drive
Hubert H. Humphrey aims to reunite a divided Democratic Party by stressing unity and loyalty as he concentrates on the North’s industrial states. He will target New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, California, and Texas with TV use and a Labor Day kickoff in New York City.
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308 Americans Killed Last Week in Vietnam
Saigon reports a harsh wartime week with 308 U.S. fatalities, the highest since June, and 1,144 wounded. Communist losses reach 4,755, their heaviest since May while fighting spans South Vietnam. Overall U.S. casualties push toward 200,000.
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Ike Taken Off Critical List For First Time
Washington AP Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower was taken off the critical list for the first time since his seventh heart attack thirteen days ago. Doctors at Walter Reed warned the long term outlook remains guarded due to his underlying coronary condition amid a still serious overall status. The briefing noted a potential for sudden reversal and did not indicate recovery to normal activity yet. The wartime casualty figures and American military strength were also reported as part of a broader daily update.
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