Other War in Vietnam Looms Much Larger Now
Ray Cromley argues that victory in Vietnam requires winning the constructive side of democracy. He recalls World War II lessons, stressing the need to build strong civic organizations in South Vietnam to enable real participation and governance beyond military victory. He warns that neglecting the peaceful phase risks losing both wars.
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Supermarket Receives Odd U S Army GI Shopping List
John Haan owner of a Grand Rapids store received a shopping list with six dollars enclosed meant for Spec. 4 Robert Bosma serving in Vietnam. The list sought pickled foods and standard groceries. Haan planned to fill the order and return the six dollars.
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Salvation Army Chief Says Crowds Hard To Gather
Salvation Army national commander Samuel Hepburn says increased traffic television and suburban flights have reduced the number of people on city streets in Portland. He notes groups could gather crowds on street corners in the past but that is no longer the case.
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Pentagon moves 6,000 home from Germany amid redeploy plan
The Pentagon reports 6,000 U.S. servicemen have been brought home from West Germany with 27,000 more to redeploy to the United States by September 30. About 212,000 remain in West Germany as home basing saves roughly 75 million dollars annually.
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Hippies in Haight Ashbury Use Swing Line To Ring
In San Francisco Haight Ashbury a doorbell sign in Italian urges visitors who do not swing to not ring. The sign reads Si non con vivare non tintinnare translating to If you don't swing, don't ring.
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Saboteurs blamed after Korean grenade blast injures seven
In Seoul, an American made hand grenade exploded in a downtown cable office injuring seven with four in serious condition. Information Minister Hong Jong chul blamed North Korean saboteurs as security measures rise and troops are considered for guard duty.
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Cities in Crisis Mayors Discuss Streets on TV
Eastern Iowa mayors meet to discuss streets and highways program at 6 30 PM Thursday on Channel 9 in color.
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