Johnson says no feud with Kennedy. Lodge to stay in Saigon
President Johnson voiced a wish to have a major say in selecting his running mate and discouraged campaigns for the vice presidency at this stage. He denied a feud with Robert Kennedy and said Henry Cabot Lodge will remain ambassador to South Vietnam. He noted Kennedy understood his view and urged no campaigning for the VP post. Johnson discussed these points in a televised interview taped at the White House. He also discussed Baker’s resignation and investigations, Vietnam aid plans, and hopes for future Sino and Soviet contacts.
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Bobby) Baker
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Ruby Faces Death Appeal After Oswald Killing
Dallas AP Jack Ruby remains in a maximum security cell as lawyers prepare to appeal his murder verdict. Melvin Belli fears an attempt on Ruby’s life and seeks extra protection. Sheriff Decker says Ruby will stay in high security and be moved later to a larger cell. Ruby’s trial, charged with killing Lee Harvey Oswald, exposed tensions with Dallas authorities and a costly legal process ahead.
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Saigon Called Key In SE Asia
President recalls Vietnam role as pivotal in Southeast Asia and notes U.S. efforts toward stability. He says the presidency is tougher from within and emphasizes unity after Kennedy’s assassination while pursuing civil rights passage. He cites close Canal Zone talks with Panama hampered by language and an upcoming election.
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Kennedy Honors Four J F K Aides at Dinner in Everett
Senator Edward M. Kennedy paid tearful tribute to four aides of the late President John F. Kennedy at a Friendly Sens event in Everett Massachusetts. He called them his brother's friends and praised their loyalty and dedication to the cause they prized. Rep. Macdonald presented plaques to Timothy J. Reardon Lawrence O'Brien Kenneth O'Donnell and Dave Powers, all members of the Kennedy chapter founded in 1954 to honor the late Son.
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Peabody marks first year with $310000 gain for party
About 3100 Democrats gathered at the Statler Hilton to celebrate Gov. Peabody’s first year in office. He touted the administration’s achievements including unemployment compensation boosts and student aid while hinting at a re election bid. Speakers praised him as a strong leader and urged voters to give him time to finish his work.
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Senators Challenge Secret Defense Spending Revelations
In Washington,Senators Hugh Scott and Gordon Allott condemned secret defense and space expenditures revealed after President Johnson announced a costly new aircraft. They questioned how roughly 90 to 100 million dollars could be hidden from Congress, noting such secrecy burdens oversight and taxpayer knowledge.
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