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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1966
Page
5
The piece argues the Viet Nam crisis persists and Ky may be expendable as the Buddhist protests echo the downfall of Diem. It notes self-immolation as a tactic mocked by Madame Nhu and links sacrifices to broader political failing and propaganda.
The California Public Utilities Commission says intrastate rates since World War II rose by 2 billion while interstate rates fell by 1 billion, noting it often costs more to call within a state than to reach distant cities in neighboring states. It urges better federal state coordination and questions keeping state regulation. The piece contrasts annoyed readers with calls for reform and broader access.
A reader questions who is consulted about the Vietnam War and expresses frustration that no one asks ordinary families. He and his wife feel the war is meaningless and hope for a positive outcome. The letter criticizes the draft, wartime profiteering, and cites the 144 Interchange as a troubling issue in their city.
Haitians in exile doubt President Duvalier's immunity promises and fear for their lives. Rumors about plots and U S involvement swirl, while Duvalier's health and Argentina visit fuel speculation he may crown himself emperor or continue as president for life.
A June 1 1966 intercepted message discusses Haiti under President Duvalier and the Ton Samedi voodoo figure. Observers worry tourism will lag as aid withdrawal in 1992 and ongoing poverty spark filth beggars upsetting visitors, signaling a bleak outlook for Port au Prince.
James Reston argues Washington treats Europe as a strategic reserve for Viet Nam, planning to keep over 200000 U S troops in Europe while pressuring allies to maintain defense levels. He notes limited European political reaction and internal Johnson administration debates on Europe policy and forces.
In Jacksonville on May 25 the Burns campaign, mixing race baiting with Wallace style demagoguery, failed to persuade Florida voters. Mayor Robert King High won broad support, carrying Dade and Polk counties and surprising rural north Florida, while Burns trailed statewide. High framed his campaign around integrity and civic responsibility, contrasting Burns's tactics.
The piece cites rising intrigue as Russia nears Europe with an ambitious TV antenna plan to capture Batman broadcasts. It notes Fulbright’s disappointment in foreign policy analysis and questions aboutFreudian slips in politics. Robert King High is nominated for Florida governor amid a year of notable surnames and public debate. LBJ signals tax questions, suggesting attention to fiscal matters.
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