Johnson offers unconditional talks on Vietnam draws mixed reaction
London praised President Johnson's unconditional talks offer as statesmanlike and imagined. Hanoi and Beijing silent. Saigon officials pursue strong messaging via Voice of America. Jakarta and Tokyo welcomed aid and dialogue, while Manila urged cautious pace and warned against hasty negotiations with China. South Vietnam and Philippines voiced reservations over unconditional talks and possible North Vietnamese recognition.
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Saigon
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Viet Nam
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Sukarno
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Soviet Union
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Indonesia
Tass
Washington
North Viet Nam
Tran van Do
South Viet Nam
Southeast Asia
Berlin Allies Could Have Met MIGs
Berlin observers note Western allies held air power to confront Soviet jets over Berlin but required top level orders. US and British bases in West Germany could have dispatched fighters within minutes if authorized. Ramstein and two other bases lie closer for quick response while Berlin garrison lacks anti aircraft weapons. In Formosa, Mrs Hsu Fan Hsior tao died after a wasp sting to her tongue while talking with a neighbor.
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Hsu
Johnson Speech Praised By U Thant At UN
United Nations New York AP Secretary General U Thant praised President Johnson’s Viet Nam speech as constructive and statesmanlike. He said the statement could prove helpful and that unconditional discussions align with his own position. Thant vowed to continue efforts toward a peaceful solution.
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Southeast Asia
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Hashimoto
Viet Nam
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U.N
Ireland’s Unpredictable Election Returns Friday
Dublin reports heavy turnout in Ireland’s election as Premier Sean Lemass seeks a majority. Fianna Fail and Fine Gael United Ireland offered cautious reactions, with spokesmen noting an abnormal surge in voters across cities and rural districts. Final results expected Friday.
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Pope Paul VI sermon seen as anti semitic by Jews
Vatican aides say the pontiff’s sermon was misinterpreted and not intended to blame Jews for crucifixion. Jewish leaders protested in a telegram to Cardinal Cigognani, while Rome weighs an official written reply. The incident strains efforts to improve interfaith ties amid past wartime tensions.
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Parachute Jump Fatal for General John K. Hester in Germany
Maj. Gen. John K. Hester commander of the 17th Air Force in Ramstein Germany died of a brain injury after a parachute jump at Mannheim on April 2 He aged 48 He had been in a coma since the incident with doctors performing an emergency brain operation The high ranking officer earlier flew 30 combat missions in World War II earning the Distinguished Flying Cross the Bronze Star and the Air Medal He joined the Armed Forces Special Weapons Project in 1949 and later served as Air Force assistant vice chief of staff before taking command in Europe
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Lodge Warns Viet Nam Danger From Subversion
Former Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge told an overflow Tufts crowd that subversion and terrorism in undeveloped countries pose a greater external threat than nuclear danger. He urged vigilance and warned against quick military solutions, citing past conflicts and the Viet Nam stakes as enormous.
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Mass
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Viet Nam
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Pressmen Back Away From Accord
In New York City the Pressmen union backs off a tentative settlement with seven major dailies after publishers raise the package from 10.50 to 12 over two years. Union president James Byrnes denounces the move as shattering publisher integrity and questions funds for the Pressmen.
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Priflers
James J. Byrnes
US Industries Rally Across All Sectors In 1964
Washington AP report says every major American industry saw gains in sales and profits last year. Overall sales rose 7 percent from 1963 and profits climbed 19 percent. After tax profits increased from 4.7 to 5.2 cents per dollar of sales, with return on investment rising to about 10.1 percent.
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Securities and Exchange Commission
Crime Unit Deplores Leak and Auto Insurance Hike
The Massachusetts Crime Commission condemned an unauthorized publication of its preliminary findings while police and lawmakers debated higher auto liability limits. Gov Volpe urged patience for the final report as insurers argued for raising compulsory coverage beyond the 5 and 10 standard.
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C. Eugene Farnum
Boston
Crime Commission
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Alfred E. Gardner
Jewett Says U S Loan Fueled NBDC Troubles
Roger Jewett former NBDC executive says Acra-Mation in North Adams failed due to political influence rather than economics. He spoke in St Louis at the American Industrial Development Council conference, citing the $8 million ARA loan and the partners' failure to raise about $400 000 of their share, warning local groups against ARA financed ventures.
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