Kennedy Shot After California Primary Victory
Senator Robert F. Kennedy concluded a California primary victory speech in the Embassy Room of the Ambassador Hotel Los Angeles when shots rang out to trigger chaos. Bystanders described six or four shots as doctors treated Kennedy and two others. Kennedy received Last Rites before transfer to Good Samaritan Hospital.
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Good Samaritan Hospital
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Violence again strikes the Kennedy family in historic toll
The Kennedy family endures renewed tragedy as Robert Kennedy lies gravely wounded at close range on the campaign trail while relatives across generations bear scars from past losses, including John, Joe Jr., Kathleen, Rosemary, and Edward Kennedy.
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Ted) Kennedy
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World Reacts To Kennedy Shooting Across Nations
Officials from the Vatican to Italy react with sorrow as Pope Paul VI and President Saragat seek updates on Senator Kennedy. Tass reports briefly. diplomats and European editors describe the event as horrific while crowds monitor bulletins in Tokyo and Brussels. The Kennedy family history is noted with prior tragedies including Kathleen’s 1948 death and Joan Skakel’s 1967 loss.
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Kennedy heir medical update shadows uncertain outcome
Dr. Henry Cuneo, surgeon in the Kennedy operation, reportedly told Dr. J. Lawrence Pool there is a slim chance of recovery. Pool, Columbia Presbyterian neurosurgery head, described the outlook as ominous in a WCBS radio interview.
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Kennedy Campaign Portrait Shows Fractured Confidence and Quiet Grief
Observers note Robert Kennedy moves through crowds with fatalistic calm, prefers privacy, and cites the Warren Commission while avoiding personal naming of his brother. Off the platform he reveals deep sadness, a marked change from his stump persona, often walking alone with his dog at night.
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Senator Robert Kennedy Shot. Dies or Fights for Life
After winning a California primary lead, Senator Robert Kennedy was shot in the Embassy Room kitchen amid a rally. A gunman fired eight shots. Kennedy was rushed to Central Receiving Hospital and then to Good Samaritan, undergoing brain surgery with his condition described as critical and uncertain.
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Kennedy wins California primary as shooting shocks nation
Kennedy leads with 705 349 votes 45 percent over McCarthy 658 147 42 percent amid 11 186 of 21 301 precincts. Humphrey sends prayers after Kennedy shooting four others wounded. McCarthy cancels Seattle trip and delays campaign. Kuchel Rafferty race tight with Kuchel 51 percent 494 870 to 46 percent 448 060. Ronald Reagan secures GOP 86 votes.
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Police: get away Kennedy link found in store clip
Police identified a Pasadena newspaper clipping used to target Kennedy as part of a broader assault investigation. The clip surfaced during the manhunt, with officials pursuing leads on possible motives and references to the political figure.
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Fleming Wins Morgan County Democratic Chairman Race
Fleming defeats Wadsworth by large margins in Morgan County Democratic contest with majorities in Decatur Armory 348 to 137 and other precincts. Wadsworth wins rural boxes but Fleming nets 11,500 turnout overall and secures the county chair nomination to face GOP rival Red Williams. Smith wins Decatur city race with nine of eleven boxes. Hardy appointed constable. Hunter seizes city boxes in tight race.
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Red) Williams
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Brewer Leaves Decatur for Alabama Political Career
The 39 year old state chief executive who has lived in Decatur since age seven is moving his family today. Brewer began in law in 1952 and was elected to the legislature in 1954. His rise included Speaker of the House in 1963 and lieutenant governor in 1964. He remained active in Decatur Morgan County while serving in Montgomery. The move affects the children Alisson and Rebecca as they change schools.
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Wallace ally Allen carries big counties in Alabama runoff
In Alabama races Selden trails Allen but wins Jefferson and Mobile. Flowers leads Manley with 359 of 560 boxes, while Wallace gains three more pledged delegates and remains a third party candidate. Kahalley defeats Ollinger and Alexander defeats Alonzo for Wallace pledged seats.
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