Party Strategists See Tuesday's Elections As Weathervane
In a batch of state and local races, Democrats and Republicans vie for mayoral and gubernatorial power that could signal 1968 White House sentiment. Key contests include Cleveland and Gary with Black mayoral candidates, Boston's racial dynamics, and a defensive battle in Louisville open-housing protests. The day also features a first referendum style vote in San Francisco on Vietnam policy, and a crucial New York state constitutional debate.
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Ape art at the San Francisco Zoo sparks chatter
Nineteen ape paintings by five chimpanzees go on display at the San Francisco Zoo amid praise for bold original works. Keeper Don Farrington notes Tallulah the eight year old chimp created a brown abstract while tasting paint and enjoying the show. The zoo director assures the paint is vegetable oil and safe as Tallulah and the troupe refine their technique.
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Chrysler Strike Deadline Nears
DETROIT UPI The United Auto Workers set a November 8 strike deadline for Chrysler Corp risking a potential shutdown of two of the industry’s big three. Chrysler and UAW officials said six days remain to reach a new three year pact covering 103,000 workers. Ford Motor Co. plants remained largely idle as talks continued to resolve local disputes. Negotiations reported progress on economics for benefits and pay but wage parity for Canadian workers remained unresolved. Subcommittees met as main talks to resume.
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Widow testifies as man hired to kill slain husband
Irene Maxcy testified that John J. Sweet, a former Boston bookie, used her funds to hire killers to murder her citrus timber and cattle millionaire husband Charles Maxcy, while forcing her into a lovers’ tie and attempting to prostitute her. She described threats against her daughter and her own life and said Sweet took control of the deceased’s business interests after the death.
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