Rockefeller declares bid for GOP nomination for president
Nelson Rockefeller, 59, New York governor and millionaire, announces his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination in a televised briefing. He cites crises facing the nation and says President Johnson's withdrawal opened a chance for peace in Asia. He notes King’s assassination may have influenced his timing. See ROCKY On Page A2.
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Cotaco bus wreck report eyed for Friday release
State Education Chief Ernest Stone said the Cotaco school bus crash investigation report should be public this week after a 10:30 a.m. Friday briefing with Morgan County officials and state troopers. Morgan County Supt. J. C. Pettey pledged full disclosure as the probe into four deaths and 43 injuries continues.
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Asphalt price-fixing suit targets Decatur firms
Two Decatur based firms G and W Asphalt and Burgreen Construction in Athens are among 24 companies named in a state wide price fixing suit filed in U S District Court in Birmingham. They and 22 others must answer by May 8 to the conspiracy charge concerning asphalt sold to the state.
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Columbia Students Routed By Police
Police moved to end a week of sit ins at Columbia University buildings early today. More than 100 students and 15 officers were injured, with 628 arrested as a 75 minute operation began at 2 45 a m. The clash drew nearly 2000 bystanders as police dispersed the crowd.
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Von Braun Prefers Broad Space Program Gain View
Dr Wernher von Braun told a House space committee the rear rocket should be judged by its contribution to overall U S space program versatility rather than a single mission The report notes the statement was made amid U S space policy discussion.
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Wernher von Braun
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Markets At CHICAGO Wheat and soy lower on liquidation
Chicago market report shows wheat and corn mostly lower amid liquidation pressure. Oats track corn, soybeans mostly lower, hogs 50 to 75 cents higher with 2,500 receipts and top at 21.50. Slaughter steers steady with 1,100 head and top at 28.00.
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Eisenhower Hospitalized for Chest Discomfort in California
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower was admitted to Eisenhower Medical Center at March Air Force Base in Southern California with chest pains after playing golf in Palm Springs. An aide said it is not a heart attack, and doctors recommended observation and bed rest.
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California
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Heart transplant patient succumbs in Paris
Paris AP report states Clovis Roblain 66 died after a nine hour heart transplant at La Pitie Hospital. He fainted brain blood flow insufficiency and urinary and breathing complications preceded his death. One survivor remains Dr Philip Blaiberg who received a heart Jan 2 in Cape Town.
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Selden Calls Himself Best Qualified for Senate Seat
Huntsville voters heard six Democratic candidates for the U S Senate vacancy. Rep Armistead Selden declared he is the best qualified by experience and know how after 15 years in Congress. He urged sound government spending and condemned what he called the political coddling of rioters.
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Lister Hill
Armistead Selden
Huntsville to Birmingham Air Service Launches May First
Huntsville Aviation announces regular five day a week passenger service between Huntsville Decatur Jetport and Birmingham Municipal Airport. Two daily flights will depart at 9 a.m. and arrive in Birmingham, using twin Azteciners capable of 200 mph with five seats.
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