Editorials Another View on jury trials in contempt cases
The Senate debates a compromise on jury trials for criminal contempt under a civil rights bill. The piece argues against any limit on juries, stressing civil versus criminal contempt, defender Judge Black, and warning against judicial tyranny. It urges full jury trials in all criminal contempt cases, not political bargaining.
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Barry Goldwater Heads Toward Republican Nomination Lead
Dr Russell Kirk notes Goldwater dominates delegate counts with wins in Illinois Texas Indiana Nebraska and more. He may secure a first ballot nomination if California supports him, with a large bloc of delegates and support from Eastern voters, while rivals Nixon and Lodge could mount a counter move.
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Reuther Johnson Roots Run Deep in Texas Booth
Henry J. Taylor notes Walter P. Reuther remains loyal to Johnson in 1964 politics. The piece traces Reuther’s long alliance from the 1948 Texas runoff, where union support helped Johnson triumph by 87 votes. It covers labor’s waning political heft, AFL-CIO leadership tensions with Meany, and Reuther’s strong Detroit network and Texas ties.
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George Mahon rises to House Appropriations chair in power
William S White lauds George Mahon of Texas as he ascends to chair the House Appropriations Committee. The piece portrays Mahon as a quiet, indispensable power with deep Pentagon knowledge and a long, behind the scenes record shaping defense and national policy. It argues seniority and one party systems sustain effective governance through figures like Mahon.
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Reader letter skewers Rockefeller and Kuchel ticket
A reader derides the self described moderate label used by Mr. Rockefeller. The writer proposes Rockefeller for president and Kuchel for vice president on a Republican ticket. He predicts the South staying Democratic and the Democrats sweeping the election, conceding New Hampshire and Oregon to Republicans.
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Letters to the Editor on Social Security and politics
A reader rebuts Governor Rockefeller's attacks on Senator Goldwater over Social Security. The letter quotes Goldwater advocating a strong, solvent system and benefits in real purchasing power, arguing Rockefeller’s claims misrepresent his stance. The writer urges constructive discussion and defends youth and student perspectives amid concerns about communism and political indoctrination.
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The Value of Private Solitude in Child Imagination
Louis Harris notes that children need time alone to fantasize and create stories after school. The author recalls childhood adventures inspired by Tom Mix, arguing over-organization and constant supervision deprive kids of solitude, which aids social harmony and emotional health.
False Virtues Editor Criticizes Jay Sherlock Letter
The writer argues Jay Sherlock should have left his second letter alone, accusing him of confusion and promoting false virtues of Red Doctrine. He contends Communist lecturers seek pupils to sway and groom for later years, using subtle tactics to advance communism in classrooms and labeling advocacy as subversive.
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Communist Party
Countdown Predictions and Political Jabs In 1960s GOP Race
A dated voice projects a grim Vietnam outlook, notes rising youth belligerence, and mocks the GOP race. It cites California voters chasing wakefulness with pep pills, dentist opposition to Medicare, doctors resisting Medicare, and fatigue of push button generals amid the looming war. Ike’s hands off nomination prompts speculation about simple ABC answers.
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