Clifford Nominated to Succeed McNamara as Defense Chief
The nomination of Clark Clifford to head the Defense Department surprised few and is expected to win Senate approval. Clifford, a veteran diplomat and troubleshooter under three Democratic administrations, is seen as capable of guiding the defense program during the election year while maintaining civilian control and avoiding sharp policy shifts.
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Clark Clifford
Robert McNamara
Senate
Clifford
McNamara
Defense Department
Congress
Johnson's Candidacy Sets Up Vigorous GOP Governor Bid
Don Johnson of West Branch announces his run for the 1968 Republican nomination for governor. A former World War II veteran and Legion leader, Johnson emphasizes business and agriculture experience and plans a rapid campaign tour to cities including Waterloo Mason City Sioux City Council Bluffs and Des Moines. The race already features four candidates with more expected before the September 3 primary.
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Donald E. Johnson
West Branch
Harold Hughes
Johnson
American Legion
Legion
Don Johnson
Town City
Waterloo
Mason City
Sioux City
Council Bluffs
Des Moines
West
Buses Still Display Old Campaign Signs After End
The indicates that city buses still carry the Dont Let Love Die signs from a recent United Good Neighbors campaign. Officials say outdated posters often remain in public places after campaigns end, causing public confusion about current realities.
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United Good Neighbors
Mills Writing Bill Anti-Travel Tax
President Johnson’s plan to curb travel to Europe is being drafted by Rep. Wilbur Mills with Rep. John Byrnes. The package includes an excise or dollar tax on travel and a broad border tax on imports to fund a U.S. export credit, aiming to deter overseas trips and protect American dollars.
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Ashington
Johnson
Europe
Treasury
Wilbur Mills
Arkansas
White House
Clary
Mills
Capitol Hill
House
Mr. Johnson
John Byrnes
Wisconsin
Western Hemisphere
Asia
U.S
Byrnes
Regard for Congress Hits Five-Year Low
The Harris Survey reports 41 percent job approval for the 90th Congress and 59 percent disapproval, with President Johnson favored at 43 percent. Public criticism centers on gun control, open housing, anti poverty funds, and city aid cuts amid Vietnam crisis and rising living costs.
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Harris
UBLIC
Congress
Johnson
House
Senate
Vietnam
Positif Pantoey
De Gaulle’s influence shifts U S toward Asia First policy
The piece argues Britain will increasingly join Europe while U S policy tilts to Asia first, driven by de Gaulle’s foresight. It traces historical Europe Asia focus and predicts a renewed emphasis on Asia, with softer Russia tensions and greater defense needs from the Suez to Singapore as Britain withdraws.
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C. L. Sulzberger
New York Times
de Gaulle
France
Britain
Europe
Asia
U. S
U.S
Spain
Portsmouth
West
Russia
China
Moscow
Indian Ocean
Pacific
Arabia
Suez
Singapore
Peking
America
Local YMCA secretary resigns for Central Atlantic camping post
Harley Van Akeren resigns as city youth work secretary of the YMCA to become director of camping for the Central Atlantic area. Over 500 attend a McKinley PTA family chili supper and teen dance with Rhythm Royals and McKinley combo. Kenneth Benning elected 1958 president of Teamsters Local 238 credit union. New Jane Boyd Community House officers are John L. Berger president and others. Linn County Medical Society discusses prepaid medical service for low income residents.
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Harley van Akkeren
YMCA
Central Atlantic
McKinley Pta
Rhythm Royals
McKinley Combo
Kenneth Benning
Credit Union of Teamsters
John J. Wagner
Cedar Rapids
Linn County Medical Society
Railway conductors group fills vacancy by promotion
The 10-20-30 Years Ago column notes the Order of Railway Conductors adjourned after filling a board vacancy by elevating Harry W. Fraser from deputy president and secretary to vice president. Catherine Van Buren, a Negro lyric soprano, performed at First Congregational church in a concert.
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Harry W. Fraser
Catherine van Buren
First Congregational Church
When Will Governors and Mayors Act Sleeper Issue Crime
Washington opinion piece argues crime and civil rights protests will dominate this election year. It asserts public demand for swift local action and questions whether governors and mayors will act amid rising violence and federal aid proposals.
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Ashington
Vietnam
Johnson
Congress
Realistic view urged to curb crime and power moves
The piece argues for self action by citizens and authorities to halt crime without overreliance on Washington. It notes welfare alone cannot erase crime and warns that violent Black Power leaders seek total power and communist odor, demanding robust, independent measures.
Mafia Suspected in U S Gold Drain Tangle
Federal investigators explore Mafia links to gold drain sparked by pound devaluation. Secret Swiss bank accounts reportedly channel cash from gambling, shylocking, and prostitution through couriers in Las Vegas Chicago Detroit and beyond before deposits abroad. Authorities call for new federal laws to curb mob influence on the economy.
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Ashington
U.S
U.S. Treasury
FBI
Las Vegas
Chicago
Detroit
Switzerland
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