Johnson discusses alternative sites for Vietnam talks at Camp David
President Johnson said the United States is in touch with North Vietnam about alternative meeting sites for preliminary talks. The talks may be held at Rangoon or New Delhi if Hanoi agrees, with Geneva and Phnom Penh previously proposed.
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Barracks Explosion and Viet Cong Attacks Reported in Vietnam
Vietnamese and American forces traded blows after a Viet Cong bomb blew up a U S army barracks in Qui Nhon killing five Americans and wounding 23. Other raids near Quang Ngai and a bus bombing killed civilians and wounded many.
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Westmoreland Returns to Saigon After White House Talks
Gen. William C. Westmoreland flew back to Saigon after meetings with President Johnson in Washington. He resumed duty at his office and a spokesman indicated no public statement would be issued at this time.
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Rights Measure Clears House Rules After Reversal
Washington AP The House Rules Committee moved to allow the House to act on the Senate passed civil rights bill without change. Opponents of the open housing provision plan to block a final vote and seek a conference with the Senate. The panel approved the bill 9 to 6.
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Wife of King Motel Owner Dies After Stroke
Loree Bailey, wife of the King Motel owner in Memphis where Martin Luther King was assassinated, died Tuesday after a stroke suffered Thursday night. She was found unconscious in her living quarters at the motel and was about 59 years old.
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Public Positions Shape Vietnam Talks, AP Reports
Washington dispatch notes the U.S. and North Vietnam firms on public positions affecting negotiations. The item appears on page 3, column 3, with continued coverage referenced.
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Humphrey Race Entry Delayed By Funds and Organization
Vice president Humphrey delays entry into the Democratic nomination race due to lack of funds and the effort to build a national organization. He is expected to back Senators Kennedy and McCarthy for the nomination, with Alaska Democrats leaning toward him. Eugene Foley indicated a run is likely, though personal finances and late primaries hinder a fast campaign start. President Johnson reportedly favors Humphrey but has made no concrete offer.
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Tear Gas Disperses Kansas City Protest Crowd
About 1000 Black residents converged on Kansas City city hall and police HQ. Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd as 1000 national guard troops stood by. No immediate injuries or major property damage reported. Mayor Davis urged calm while stores closed and intersections blocked.
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High Court Repaorts Johnson County Redistricting
Iowa Supreme Court restructured Johnson County legislative districts to meet one-man one-vote standards. Clerical error in 1967 law led to imbalance, with 1960 census showing 20 000 vs 33 000 in the two districts. Court adopts straight north south boundary through Iowa City replacing the flawed plan.
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White Cincinnati instructor slain amid rioting
Koel Wright a 30 year old Des Moines native and University of Cincinnati art instructor was pulled from his car and stabbed by five youths during Cincinnati riots that followed Martin Luther King memorial services. His wife Lois Lincolns was injured. Wright was a former University of Iowa student and Drake alumnus.
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Pause in Activities Honors King On Black Tuesday
Funeral services for Martin Luther King Jr. were held in Atlanta as millions paused. Major markets and exchanges closed. Schools and businesses staggered or halted operations across multiple states.
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Unusually Wealthy Guests Fill Chicago Jails After King's Assassination
Police report a flood of prisoners in Chicago after the Friday events surrounding Martin Luther King Jr. King era unrest. Officials say about 85 000 in cash was seized from more than 2 000 inmates at Cook County and Bridewell jails combined. Supt. Moore notes 60 000 recovered at Cook County during the weekend with average cash per adult around 400 and juveniles over 100. Bridewell inmates near 2 400, with 25 000 seized. Most arrests cited for disorderly conduct burglary and theft.
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Cave Collapse in Brno Kills Seven Workers
A culture center under construction collapsed in Brno Czechoslovakia on Monday killing seven workers and critically injuring five. The accident raises questions about safety standards at the site and local authorities launched an investigation.
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Mourners Fill Atlanta For King's Funeral Service
An audience of famous figures including Vice President Humphrey attends Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s funeral at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Outside, about 50 000 mourners line the streets as King’s casket is carried through Atlanta by a two mule wagon to Morehouse College for a memorial service.
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