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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1968
Page
4
Washington AP reports former President Eisenhower had renewed irregular and rapid heartbeats early Saturday after a day of improvement. Doctors say he rests comfortably but remains in critical condition as they explain ventricular irritability differs from prior heart attacks and may last beyond the typical period.
Rep James Wright of Texas helped push the draft to end the unit rule in the Democratic convention rules committee. The panel voted 18 to 3 to require delegates to vote by conscience while limiting nominating and seconding speeches. George McGovern’s Vietnam peace plank drew broad support but faces floor conflict.
A congressional report warns China will deploy a ballistic missile with a 1150 mile range by year end. South Vietnam lies under 500 miles from China’s southern border. The subcommittee says the missile poses a threat to Asian neighbors and U.S. forces and projects a long-range ICBM by 1970. China is reportedly experimenting with nuclear warheads for missiles.
The International Longshoremen's Association announced it would refuse to handle cargo from East Germany Bulgaria Hungary and Poland in response to their roles in the invasion of Czechoslovakia. The union has not handled Russian cargo since 1963.
Pope Paul VI said the birth control encyclical does not forbid a moral and reasonable limitation of birth. In a speech to Latin American bishops he noted broad acceptance among Catholics and urged careful, faithful application. He called for understanding the law of God and urged a generous pastoral approach.
AP dispatch from WAIDHAUS reports tightening Soviet occupation of Czechoslovakia. Arrests, informers, and deepening gloom mark border crossings to West Germany as travelers describe limited protests, passports issued before invasion, and fears of collaborators. US and Dutch travelers recount injuries, dangers, and reluctance to provoke a broader conflict.
Allied forces fought to lift the siege of a Green Beret camp at Duc Lap, 130 miles northeast of Saigon, with 150 U.S. troopers and 400 South Vietnamese supported by B 52 strikes and helicopter gunships. Estimated enemy strength ran from 1000 to 3000 as casualties mounted on both sides.
In Moscow, Czechoslovak President Ludvik Svoboda conferred with Soviet leaders as Tass reported talks would continue. Dubcek and Premier Cernik, briefly detained, joined the discussions and a mutually acceptable settlement appeared possible.
Iowa eases heat wave as a cold front sweeps across the state bringing scattered showers. Cedar Rapids hit 80s by afternoon after days near 90 with towns reporting varied rainfall amounts and cooler temperatures ahead of more unsettled weather.
President Johnson told an audience at Southwest Texas State College in San Marcos on a Saturday that he is not a candidate for any office, perhaps preferring a rocking chair. The remark came amid questions about a potential bid for another term.
President Johnson signed a 21 billion dollar six year national highway program. It provides 12.3 billion in new money and extends the interstate by 1 500 miles to 41 000 total. Completion now set for June 30 1974 with extended relocation and relocation payment provisions.
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