Thousands March In War and Racism Protest
AP reports nationwide Loyalty Day demonstrations against the Vietnam War and racism. In New York City thousands gathered at Sheep Meadow and Central Park for a “stop the war” rally with speakers including Martin Luther King Jr and Mayor Lindsay, amid police protection and minimal clashes. Similar parades and rallies occurred in Chicago, Washington, Pittsburgh, Boston, Carbondale, Cincinnati and Philadelphia, with thousands participating and no major violence reported. The events served as memorials, linked to King and Cardinal Spellman, and included arrests of a few protesters while security kept clashes to a minimum.
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King's Slaying Conspiracy Theories Doubted in Atlanta
AP writes from Atlanta that General Ramsey Clarke said there is no proof of a broader conspiracy behind the King assassination. He urged avoiding violence and noted distrust of multiple actors beyond the single alleged shooter. Clark spoke at a news conference addressing reports of a possible conspiracy among southern businessmen.
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Trustees Back Hard Line at Columbia Amid Campus Turmoil
New York AP The Columbia University Board condemns a "small minority" of students holding a large protest and attacks President Grayson Kirk for denying amnesty. About 200 Harlem residents protested outside Hamilton Hall as 200-400 demonstrators pressed to halt gym construction and demand a settlement.
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Legion of Merit Award Highlighted in National Honors
The Legion of Merit is noted as the nation’s second highest award for achievement. This recognition underscores distinguished service and notable contributions at high levels, reflecting a lasting standard of excellence in national honors.
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Germany heads to polls amid political upheaval in 1966
Stuttgart dispatch notes Germany faces a tense federal election as the ruling grand coalition and still-fragile postwar order test parliamentary stability. Amid violence and riots linked to left and right groups, parties including SPD CDU FDP and the neo Nazi NPD mobilize for Baden-Württemberg and national contest.
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Reward Up To 100000 In King Killing Probe
Memphis FBI agents indicate a $100000 reward may help unlock leads in the King assassination case. Officials say the fund, boosted by newspaper appeals and city contributions, aims to spur information while law enforcement pursues arrests and progress in the investigation.
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Phone Talks Stalled in Nationwide Strike Impasse
New York AP reports early settlement prospects dimmed after private talks between AFL-CIO CWA chief Patrick J. Morgan and Western Electric labor relations director J A Griggs yielded no progress. The strike began April 18, involving 23,000 installers and impacting about 200,000 Bell System workers.
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Actor James Drury Weds Phyllis Jacque Mitchell
Hollywood AP reports actor James Drury star of The Virginian wed actress Phyllis Jacque Mitchell at Westwood Hills Christian Church. It was the couple's second marriage for Drury and for his 33 year old bride. Best man Petar Malatésta and maid of honor Charlene Mitchell attended. Honeymoon postponed two months due to The Virginian not currently in production.
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