Lyndon Johnson Assumes Presidency After Kennedy Assassination
President Lyndon Johnson begins his duties on a day of national mourning. He travels from the White House to the Executive Office building, meets with CIA director John McCone and adviser McGeorge Bundy, and declares a rapid, decisive pace as he takes over after Kennedy's murder. Johnson flies from Dallas to Washington and vows to seek bipartisan support while steering the nation through a crisis.
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Oswald Charged With JFK Murder in Dallas
Dallas police announce Lee Harvey Oswald charged with President Kennedy's murder after paraffin tests on his hands. Oswald admits Communist ties and denies killing the President while authorities detail his interrogation and plans for a preliminary hearing.
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Proclamation by Mayor Calls Chanute Cessation Hour
Mayor W J Althaber issued a proclamation for a three hour pause in Chanute business from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday in honor of President Kennedy. Neosho County officials said the Erie courthouse will close during the same period.
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Mrs Kennedy Bids Farewell After Assassination Shock
Mrs. Kennedy stood dazed and tearless beside President Kennedy as he died from gunshot wounds after a motorcade attack. She remained at his side from Dallas through revival in the Navy hospital, swearing to comfort their children and share in the presidential oath of succession with Lyndon B. Johnson aboard the plane.
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Kennedy Service Monday in Washington to honor JFK
Nation mourns as John F. Kennedy lies in state at the White House after assassination. Family friends and top officials, including Eisenhower, view the body before a Capitol state and a Monday noon Mass at St. Matthew’s Cathedral. Lincoln-like funeral plans unfold with Johnson and other leaders in attendance.
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Area Reacts to Kennedy Assassination Nationwide Mourning
Area residents react with shock and disbelief to President Kennedy's assassination. City schools and radio broadcast updates as civic leaders, clergy, and residents express grief, concern for Lyndon Johnson's leadership, and resolve to support the nation through the crisis.
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