Waiting for a Quagmire or Endgame in Vietnam
The piece argues anti American sentiment in South Vietnam could push a plebiscite to pull out U.S. forces. It weighs leaving to halt casualties against preserving containment of Communism and notes Washington wavers between retreat and fighting. Bill Mauldin reprints a 25 year old World War II cartoon in response to a Saigon attack.
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Harrisburg lawmakers get personal desks at last in State Capitol
Harrisburg reports say Pennsylvania legislators now receive individual desks with chairs and shared works space as part of a $2 billion budget era refurbish. The change aims to provide a semblance of a filing area and conference space, though private offices remain unavailable for most.
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Johnson Holds Secret Briefing on Pueblo Crisis at White House
President Johnson summoned House and Senate leaders to a White House briefing on the Pueblo seizure off North Korea. Gen. Wheeler and top officials outlined options, including possible destruction to recover the crew, while Dodd pressed about protections and air cover.
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Paul Harvey Advice to Farm Youth Aims at Exit
Paul Harvey urges a farm youth to leave the farm as subsidies shrink profits and government costs rise. He notes declining farm population, rising farm debt, high taxes, and the lure of subdivision wealth, urging departure despite family hard work. The message frames a nationwide shift from farming to urban employment.
Memory Tales From the Past Remembered by Readers
A nostalgic reminiscence recounts 20th century life from bean soup for 15 cents to gaslit rooms and family routines. It recalls Harding in golf knickers, Rin Tin Tin, porch light chains, and simple pleasures before modern change.
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