Washington Solidarity Day ends with peaceful turnout
The June 1968 Solidarity Day rally in Washington drew about 50 000 people from diverse backgrounds to the Mall area in support of the Poor People’s Campaign. The event proceeded without violence or major incidents, aided by weather and vigilant police and National Guardsmen nearby.
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Solidarity Day
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Appalachian Poor Group Byrd to Meet in Washington
A report from Washington notes Appalachian Poor People and Senator Byrd planned a meeting amid Solidarity Day events. The crowd gathered near Resurrection City and the Lincoln Memorial for a nonviolent protest and speeches urging government action on poverty.
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Washington Bureau
Washington
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Califor
McCarthy Victory Boosts Democratic Hope In New York
McCarthy supporters claim a strong showing in New York with O Dwyer’s upset win over Nickerson signaling a pro McCarthy tide. Rockefeller drew 71 GOP delegates while incumbents, including Emanuel Celler and Adam Clayton Powell, won renomination as Powell clinched Harlem’s seat.
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Adam Clayton Powell
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Foreign Aid Plan Cuts Trimbill in Congress and UN
Washington and New York reports show the Foreign Aid bill facing heavy cuts. The House Foreign Affairs Committee reduced Economic Aid from 765 million to 550 million while slashing technical grants and other programs as part of a broader effort to curb spending.Chairman Morgan expects further cuts though aims to preserve essential military and nonmilitary aid amid the nuclear and budget concerns. The UN Security Council voiced support for restricting nuclear weapon spread as US and allies navigate aid policy.
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House
President Signs Paper Gold Bill and other notices
WASHINGTON Johnson signed a bill creating Special Drawing Rights to join IMF reserves and ease dollar strain. The measure allows officials to vote on IMF charter changes enabling a central bank currency mix with gold dollars and pounds. Three youths pled guilty to petit larceny in Kansas County, with sentencing set for a later date.
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Rodgers Improves After Skull Surgery at St Vincent’s
Singer Jimmie Rodgers remains in satisfactory condition at St Vincent’s Hospital after a four hour operation to place a plate in his skull. He has had three operations since December and is expected to stay about two weeks for recovery.
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Public Works Bill Advances Amid Tempers and Protests
A $4.5 billion public works bill moves forward after trimming non essential funds for a Maine hydro project. Provisions include Army Engineer and Reclamation Bureau programs, with $1.152 billion for Rockefeller partner projects and $272 million for construction and operation of Bureau efforts. Congress scenes show widespread attention as Members applaud and protestors press for poverty relief.
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Viet Flying Lights Sighted Again Near Saigon Front
Reports from Saigon describe renewed sightings of mysterious flying lights in Gia Dinh as the U S Army reports mass prisoner counts and possible Soviet missiles. Generals Abrams and Vien inspect the northern war zone amid shelling of installations. The scene also notes a lawsuit over the Point Pleasant bridge construction by the Hawkins estate against U S Steel and Greiner.
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Silver Bridge damage suit moved to federal court
A damage suit on the Silver Bridge disaster has been transferred from Kanawha County Circuit Court to the U.S. District Court. Four other such suits, each seeking 2 million dollars, are tied to the disaster and remain active.
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Kanawha County
U.S. District Court
U S General Warns of North Vietnamese Ambition in Gulf Spotlight
A U S major general, preferring anonymity, questions North Vietnamese activity and speculates about possible incursions using Russian missiles similar to those used by Egypt against Israel. He cites Tiger Island near the DMZ as a potential hiding spot for the Styx and notes 15 nautical mile missile range. Amid this focus, fighting near Saigon eases as 28 enemy troops surrender to South Vietnamese forces.
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Saigon
Picnic At Coonskin Park By Bnai Jacob
Bnai Jacob Synagogue will hold its annual picnic Sunday in areas 27 and 28 at Coonskin Park featuring a handicap Summer Olympics with 10 athletic events for all ages starting at 2 p.m. Trophies will be awarded. Younger children get free pony rides at 10 p.m. followed by a treasure hunt and refreshments. the event is sponsored by the synagogue's men's club and ladies auxiliary.
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B'nai’ Jacob Synagogue
Coonskin Park
WV Plans Regional Technical Centers Modelled on SC
The West Virginia Commerce Department will build a state sponsored technical center system modeled after South Carolina. The State Road Commission will construct the facility while the Department of Commerce supervises. Peyton noted strong cooperation from local businesses in supplying equipment and support.
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West Virginia Commerce Department
Three-Man Team To Inspect Jail Chooses Local Inspectors
A three man inspection team for Kaz ete Coty County Jail is named with George W Wood as the chair. C Weaver of 1313 Ne Charles Vernon Rd Cottrell 415 Sheridan and Ruffner R Payne of Ridgeway Rd are set as inspectors.
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