Appalachian Aid Expanded by LBJ Appalachia Plan Gains Ohio Add-on
President Johnson sent Congress a 228 million emergency Appalachian Regional Development Act of 1964 to lift poverty in ten states. Ohio joins a 15 million population region over 165000 square miles. The program funds a highway system, water facilities, pasture and lumber programs, coal research, and human resources, with total costs estimated at 3 to 4 billion over years.
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Hearings End as GOP Proposes Counterpoverty Plan
The House Education and Labor Committee wrapped six weeks of hearings on Johnson’s 962 million anti poverty program and drafted a bill expected by the week of May 4 8. Rep Frelinghuysen R N J unveils a three year 15 billion alternative emphasizing state action over federal aid and including no federal job corps. Sargent Shriver disputes the proposal claiming it lacks practicality.
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White Would Shift Primary Add It to September Ballot
Secretary of State Kevin H. White proposes consolidating Massachusetts April presidential primary with the September primary. He argues the April vote is a nonbinding preference and would save money by merging the elections. White notes April also selects delegates and party committees, while September chooses statewide and county candidates.
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Major Faiths Unite for Civil Rights Crusade
Leaders from Protestant Catholic and Jewish faiths pledged a moral crusade for racial equality at Georgetown University before 6000. They urged strong civil rights legislation and planned daily services as Congress weighs Johnson’s bill. The effort aims to persuade lawmakers and President Johnson with church unity and action for justice.
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Primary voting confusion prompts state proposals
White noted the Commonwealth story has left voters in confusion and uncertainty. He said several proposals likely would be presented to the legislature due to trouble and cost of the election, while stressing the practicality of holding the presidential primary at this time.
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Engle quits race over health in California
Sen Clair Engle withdraws from re election bid while hospitalized in Washington after a second brain operation. Doctors advise conserving strength to regain health. Cranston and Salinger vie for the Democratic nomination to succeed him.
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Nashville protest clashes widen rift on desegregation
In Nashville Tennessee on Tuesday about 460 civil rights demonstrators and police clashed marking a second day of unrest. 23 people were injured including seven officers as police tried to arrest a demonstrator in front of segregated restaurants. 14 demonstrators were arrested bringing total custody to 24. More protests were planned.
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Further Tax Cuts Eyed by Johnson
President Johnson hints at additional tax cuts years from now after the recent 11.5 billion reduction. He spoke at a White House dinner with 30 corporate leaders and will host labor officials next month to curb prices and wage pressure. He framed the policy as pro-business, pro-labor, and pro national interest while noting the need to balance the budget.
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Goldwaters Sued Over Rally Dresses
Los Angeles AP reports dress designer Jerry DeLee sues Sen. Barry Goldwater and son Barry Jr. claiming he designed 20 dresses for the Arizona Republican primary, costing 1040, with only 400 paid. He says dresses were worn at a rally and at a $100 a plate dinner at the Sports Arena.
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