Wallace leads in popular votes in early Democratic primaries
Wallace would top the Democratic field in delegates if popular votes became delegates with 3 407 453 votes versus 2 372 755 for McGovern. McGovern holds 497 delegates and predicts about 1300 by Miami Beach convention. Humphrey trails with 2954 delegates.
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Wallace Dominates Some Primaries But Faces Delegate Shortfall
Wallace captured large margins in several primaries though McGovern and Humphrey were absent on North Carolina’s ballot. With four primaries next Tuesday including California, total popular votes may still shift as the remaining 693 delegates are split among Wallace and rivals. Wallace also won three delegates in Louisiana while other delegates come from nonprimary states via caucuses and conventions.
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Swallows Return to San Juan Capistrano Mission
The World Almanac notes that hundreds of saber winged swallows return each spring to San Juan Capistrano Mission in California, primarily on March 19 St Joseph's Day, echoing a long standing local tradition.
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Bishop Henton Receives Doctor of Divinity Honor
The Rt. Rev. Willis Henton bishop coadjutor of Northwest Texas receives the Doctor of Divinity at the University of the South 104th commencement in Sewanee Tennessee. Other honorees include bishops Reed Sims Trelease Davies and Gordon plus clergy Gray Helms.
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Texas
Nixon Returns Home a Political And TV Framed Homecoming
President Nixon's Capitol arrival ends a Soviet trip amid TV coverage by all networks. ABC previews a new series while casting changes and cast expansions unfold for The Men and Mary Tyler Moore shows. Michael Bauer on Guiding Light nears recovery as Don Stewart remains a long time staple of the soap.
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Senate
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Conrad
CBS
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Mary
Cloris Leachman
Hugh O'Brian
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Flip Malone
Charlotte
Michael
Guiding Light
Don Stewart
Hollywood
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Holy Land soil yields ancient artifacts across sites
Archaeologists in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank report discoveries from a Roman mausoleum near Nablus to a 7th century BC town near Gaza City. Finds include ossuaries, bronze tools, and inscriptions, with annual research costs pegged near $1 million.
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Jerusalem
Holy Land
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Israel
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West Jordan
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Archeology Journal
Medal design contest offers half million in prizes
Franklin Mint hosts a nationwide bicentennial Medal Design Competition through March 31. Professional and amateur artists may submit black and white designs portraying their state's contribution to America's heritage. Selections yield 200 winners, four per state, with entrants competing only within their state. Entry forms from Franklin Center, Pa. 19063.
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