U S Losses In Vietnam Hit Twenty Five Thousand
Reports from U S and South Vietnamese commands show weekly casualties down but total Americans killed in Vietnam surpass 25 000. In one week ending last Saturday 324 Americans were killed and 2325 wounded while 1613 Viet Cong and North Vietnamese were reported killed.
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Tax Measure Is Stalled by Gross Move
Washington AP report on President Johnson's 10 percent income tax surcharge facing a constitutional challenge. Rep. H R Gross Iowa moved to send the measure back to the Senate arguing it infringes house origin rules. Debate focused on whether the surtax provisions attached to a house excise bill constitute an amendment. Senate expected to vote Friday as House weighs the motion and sponsors push for passage.
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Pueblo Crew to Face Neutral-Nation Probe Says Korean Desk
South Korea s Donghwa news agency reports the United States proposed to North Korea that the Pueblo crew be turned over to neutral nations for an investigation into alleged waters violations. The NNSC would oversee, with Washington offering regrets if findings support the claim.
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Oregon Senator Hatfield backs Nixon in 1968 bid
Sen. Mark Hatfield of Oregon a leading Vietnam critic endorsed Richard Nixon saying he can lead us out of Vietnam. He wore a McCarthy button earlier and after a New York meeting decided to support Nixon actively.
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Humphrey backs riot panel and Vietnam stance
Vice president Hubert Humphrey endorsed the National Riots Commission report more strongly than President Johnson. He urged strict gun controls, supported gun registration, and called for stronger penalties for concealed weapons while affirming the U.S. aims in Vietnam remain political, not military. He avoided denouncing Johnson's policy, stressing family ties and unity.
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Ryan Girl Dies In Farm Accident Near Ryan
Nine year old Michaela Ann Havertape, daughter of Merlyn and [illegible] Havertape, died after a hay wagon pulled by a tractor ran over her in the farmyard. She would have turned ten on July 3. Survived by parents, two sisters, one brother, paternal grandparents Vincent and [illegible] Havertape, maternal Funke relatives. Services set for Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church. rosary on Thursday and Friday evenings at Shelly funeral home. Burial in Calvary Cemetery.
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Sirhan Chooses New Attorney to Defend Kennedy Killing Case
Sirhan B. Sirhan fired the public defender and selected Russell Parsons, a top California appeals lawyer, to defend him in the murder case against Robert F. Kennedy. Parsons signed the substitution filing on June 12 and hinted at further legal strategy.
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Johnson Signs Anti-Crime Bill
President Johnson signed the anti-crime bill after urging stronger gun control. He opposed wiretapping changes but said the measure will help reduce crime and fear, while calling for further legislation on rifles and handguns.
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Signs of Stalemate Ending in Paris Talks
Secretary of Defense Clark Clifford reports some movement toward a settlement in the Paris talks with North Vietnam. He notes slight progress but cites rising casualties as both sides pursue a costly duel. He also announces a broad civil rights policy to prohibit discrimination in military housing near bases after July 31.
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March Gave New Life To Poor Campaign In Washington
In Washington the poor people's campaign grew with a March to the Lincoln Memorial drawing 50 000 people and new support from church groups labor unions and white liberals. Abernathy Young Bevel Williams outline escalated action with plans for education courses at Resurrection City and possible arrests as the federal permit nears expiration.
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Ban on Rifles By Mail Approved by House Judiciary
The House Judiciary Committee approved a strict ban on mail order sales of rifles and shotguns with a 29-6 vote. The bill also bars sales to anyone outside the state of sale or to buyers under 18 and actions to bring it to a vote next week are anticipated.
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Pope Reconsidering Birth Control Stand
Vatican sources say Pope Paul VI may modify his stance on birth control after strong objections from churchmen. He completed a 40 page document reaffirming the ban but did not publish it, and it remains unclear when any revised document will be issued.
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