Goldwater urges Rockefeller to join in defeating Democrats
Sen. Barry Goldwater, claiming victory in California, calls on Gov. Nelson Rockefeller to stay in the GOP race and unite to unseat Lyndon Johnson in November. Rockefeller, after a narrow California loss, says he is not dropping out and notes the convention is a month away with much to unfold.
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Top Brass Returns to U S Discuss Viet Nam Strategy
Washington AP reports U S defense and diplomatic chiefs flew back from Honolulu with recommendations for President Johnson to strengthen the antiguerilla fight in Southeast Asia focusing on South Vietnam. Rusk and McNamara cautioned no plans or approvals to attack North Vietnam and noted possible further movements short of escalation.
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Electronic Gadgets Pick The Winners
California primary returns show Barry Goldwater ahead in the crucial winner take all contest for 86 delegates. Rockefeller shifts to second in New York with 76 of 82 delegates, while Salinger wins the Democratic Senate nomination in California.
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State GOP chairman to resign amid leadership speculation
In Charleston this weekend the Republican State Executive Committee will elect a new state chair, with Howard V. Corcoran of Wheeling stepping down for personal reasons. Possible replacements and a contested national committeeman post loom as Democrats also weigh leadership changes.
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Ex Bluefield General Middleswart dies at 69
Maj. Gen. William Herschel Middleswart a former Bluefield resident and Beaver High School alumnus died Tuesday night in Orlando Florida. He served as Chief Quartermaster of the European Command and will be buried at Arlington next Monday in a military ceremony. He held top Quartermaster posts in World War II earning the Distinguished Service Medal and other honors.
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Goldwater Near 1st Ballot Victory
The AP survey estimates Goldwater will enter the GOP convention near a first ballot win with 625 to 650 delegates possible if max gains materialize. Current tally shows Goldwater with 438 pledged delegates, 86 from California, amid competing counts from Rockefeller Lodge Smith Nixon and uncommitted stances.
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Monroe Trucker Killed In Plunge Near Gap Mills
Monroe County man Holland Ray 49 of Wikes died when his milk tanker plunged over a 300 foot embankment on a 15 foot dirt road near Gap Mills. State trooper J D Fairchild said the truck was driven along the edge for about 48 feet before the crash. The vehicle belonged to John Farrow Waiteville and was demolished. Ray’s body was taken to Broyles Funeral Home in Union awaiting funeral arrangements.
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GOP Delegates Set June 13 Meeting in Charleston
Rep Arch Moore Jr said he will call a June 13 meeting of West Virginia's GOP national convention delegation in Charleston. The 14 member group will include four at large and two from each of five districts. Delegates were elected May 12 to attend the San Francisco nominating convention in July. The Charleston session will designate alternates.
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Employment Up In 4 West Virginia Areas
West Virginia Employment Security Department reported gains in four labor markets Bluefield Welch Montgomery Oak Hill Parkersburg over the past two months Non farm employment led the rise Parkersburg jobs rose 33 830 to 35 470 February to May with a 48 percent surge while Bluefield added 2 33 percent to 17 230 employed
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Auto industry sets record for May sales
U S auto makers sold 739 083 new cars in May the highest May total ever and the second 700 000 plus month in a row The May total surpassed the 715 308 mark set last year and industry officials say eight million cars for the year may be attainable with strong results across manufacturers and a late selling period in May.
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Election by CBS Computer Praised As Easy Way Out
An editorial quips about bypassing elections by letting a CBS computer name the winner, questioning the need for ballots and the role of voters in selecting leaders. The playful jab highlights concerns over democracy and automation.
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