Vietnam War Update Notes Heavy Attacks and Leadership Shuffle
U S headquarters reported a 650 round artillery and mortar assault on Khe Sanh as the heaviest in days. B52 bombers conducted seven raids while armor and new anti aircraft guns raise concerns for the outpost. Westmoreland’s July departure as overall U S commander prompts speculation on a successor amid questions over strategy and casualties. A Chinese official termed U S actions a sinking situation in Vietnam while Viet Cong urged renewed efforts for future victories.
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Kennedy Increases Lead In National Primary Survey
A regional survey shows Kennedy leading Johnson and McCarthy in a three man race. In the middle Atlantic states Johnson leads the Kennedy McCarthy bloc, with strong backing from New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Johnson dominates the Southwest and mountain states, while the Midwest offers the best anti Johnson potential. Democratic leaders report a Kennedy organization existed recently, complicating delegate prospects.
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Abrams Shapes South Vietnamese Forces Amid Mixed Reviews
General Abrams works to elevate the fighting qualities and leadership of the South Vietnamese army while civilian officials praise some units but criticize overall performance after the recent Communist offensive. Navy worries over possible loss of Pacific command as Adm. Sharp extends tenure to July 2 awaiting a successor.
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Kennedy Skepticism on Vietnam Policy Cited
The text reports a reassessment critique of U.S. Vietnam policy attributed to Kennedy, noting a divergence between public stance and private beliefs. It quotes Johnson on maintaining a pursuit of victory and suggests Kennedy’s praise for Westmoreland contrasts with concern over policy.
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Powell's riot comments mark election push after Watts style rally
Powell, released on appeal from a contempt conviction, returned to New York to rally supporters and announce a re election bid. He criticized nonviolence and NAACP while pledging another parade down Seventh Avenue with thousands.
Kennedy Seeks California Delegates in Democratic Drive
Senator Kennedy travels from New York to San Francisco for rallies in Stockton Sacramento and San Jose aiming to secure California's 174 delegate votes at the Democratic National Convention. He discusses discussions with brother in law Sargent Shriver about accepting Johnson's offer to be ambassador to France.
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Post Office Safe Cracked in Ellinwood Heist
In Ellinwood Kansas burglars opened a Post Office safe during broad daylight. City workers failed to unlock the safe so federal agents called in to retrieve keys and money from stamp drawers.
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Ellinwood
Carrie Matthews Community Center Bid Push Planned
The city commission will open bids Tuesday to construct the Carrie Matthews Community Center honoring a civic motivator who inspired brotherhood and community service. Her family, including two children and many relatives, celebrates the naming as a milestone.
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King Hussein Says Israeli Attack Failed Calls It Cocky Move
King Hussein of Jordan said Israel’s mass strike against Arab guerrilla bases failed due to cockiness and self confidence. He noted higher civilian and Jordanian military casualties than first reported and warned the attack could escalate regional conflict and jeopardize peace prospects. A Fatah spokesman in Beirut vowed continued guerrilla attacks and rejected peace talks.
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McCarthy Campaign Plans Sunday Strategy Session
McCarthy headquarters announced on Saturday night a strategy session will be held here Sunday with McCarthy meeting state chairmen and other officials of his campaign organization in seven primary states.
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Local Misconception Sparks Education Note
Las Cruces high school student Marcia White applied to the University of Oregon at Eugene. She received a full set of information and applications for foreign students, prompting a geography lesson on New Mexico being part of the United States.
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Nabrit Jr. Retirement Reported Amid Campus Debate
Howard M Nabrit Jr 67 previously opposed a black oriented university is said to be retiring though trustees have not confirmed. Both sides caution against interpreting the compromise as a victory or defeat. Clark says such a conclusion would flout the spirit of the agreement and future students will take on curriculum and student affairs duties.
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Clark
Thanks for kindness during illness and loss
A family extends thanks for prayers cards flowers and food after illness and death. Gratitude to doctors nurses and Rev Fr Herndon for consoling words. Also notes several lost items and a well drilling ad mixed in.
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Jack Fr. Herndon
Morgan County Democratic primary notices filed
Authorized political announcements from Julian Hardy J Lester Smith and William V Wadsworth request votes in Morgan County Alabama. They seek positions Justice of the Peace Beat 2, Justice of the Peace Beat 1 Place 2, Chairman of the Board of Revenue and Control, and Decatur Constable Beat 1 with anticipated support on May 7 1968.
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Morgan County
Julian Hardy
Decatur
Ala
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J. Lester Smith Decatur
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