Scott Backs LBJ on Viet War Policy
Washington AP. Senator Hugh Scott a Republican moderate endorsed President Johnsons Vietnam policies saying the GOP must not be a peace at any price party. He defended the Presidents role as commander in chief and chief diplomat and urged candor to close a credibility gap. Johnson warned against cheap fixes in a Democratic fund raising talk, saying Vietnam requires a responsible, tough path toward a free Asia and a secure America. Eisenhower backed a new peace group and Schlesinger criticized Joint Chiefs leadership amid debate over Vietnam strategy.
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Community Center Sought for Bear Lake Area
Bear Lake Lottsville and Wrightsville residents seek a community center with a gym rink kitchen and meeting room. Estimated cost 40000 with two thirds grant potential if used for 20 years. 4 H Scouts Golden Agers churches and public groups would use it. funded by membership and fundraisers. survey returns next Saturday to Donald Martin or Kofod's store.
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Senate and House Near Tax Deal Amid Break
In Harrisburg the House and Senate reunited after a three week pause as bipartisan talks on Gov. Shafer's 285 million tax package were urged to resume. Leaders from both parties voiced cautious optimism while Shafer officials signaled reservations about a drawn out negotiation.
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Patrol Car Collision Hurts Three in Jamestown
A Jamestown patrol car on an emergency run struck another vehicle at 4 50 p m after a traffic signal failed to show red. Police officer Robert States 29 and two sisters Luella Carlson 57 and Helen Carlson 60 were injured. Luella sustained two broken collarbones and a scalp laceration while Helen had shoulder and leg injuries. All were treated at local hospitals. States was released after treatment for a sprained back and other injuries.
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Hold Rites For Mrs. H. Connors
The funeral Mass for Helen E. Connors was said at 9 30 this morning at St. Thomas Church with Rev. John Lucas officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery after prayers at Bracken Funeral Home. Bearers were John Mooney C A Duke Walter Sweet and Michael Lynch. Among out of town attendees were Mrs Anna O Brien Harry Lewis and Mrs Elizabeth Barnes of Erie.
Democrats pick Chicago for 1963 nominating convention
Washington AP reports Democrats ratify President Johnsons decision to hold the 1963 nominating convention in Chicago. Bailey predicts Johnson will be renominated unanimously as Democrats defend his Vietnam policy against Republican critics. Chicago won over Miami Beach and Houston amid late bids, aiming for big electoral votes in Illinois.
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