Nixon Wins Oregon Primary by Large Margin
In Oregon Nixon captured 72 percent on the Republican ballot while McCarthy led Kennedy 44 to 38 percent on the Democratic side. The result boosts McCarthy’s bid and leaves Kennedy negotiating his path to California next Tuesday. Humphrey, though absent, is seen as Kennedy’s main rival in the race.
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Scorpion missing ship probe deepens as Nixon Reagan tie eyed
Delegates in Morgan County Alabama indicate support for a Nixon Reagan ticket but oppose any ticket including Nelson Rockefeller. In Washington the Navy reports a possible orange buoy sighting near an Atlantic oil slick linked to the missing submarine Scorpion as searches continue with 40 ships and 16 aircraft amid worsening weather. officials remain cautiously optimistic but note no solid clues yet.
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Decatur Civic Clubs Launch Get Out The Vote Campaign
Decatur civic clubs and the Decatur Chamber of Commerce start a GET OUT THE VOTE campaign through the November general elections. The effort emphasizes multiple polls and upcoming local and state elections including next Tuesday’s Democratic primary runoff and the Aug 13 mayor council elections with a Sept 10 runoff followed by the November election.
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Markets At A Glance Buoyant trade boosts stock futures
New York markets show stock gains in active trading. Chicago wheat falls on hedge selling while corn oats and soybeans rise amid fair demand. Hog prices hold around 20.75 dollars with slaughter steers up about a quarter to 29.00.
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Decatur Magnavox Dealer Adelling Brand Ladies' Trends
Robinson Furniture on 2nd Wheels Your Choice three dollars per pair J Avenue contact 353-2370 an advertisement for clothing and home goods in Decatur featuring Magnavox dealer branding and shoe store insertion along Highway 67 with contact details.
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Kennedy signals exit if California primary fails
AP reports Senator Robert F Kennedy suggesting he will quit the presidential race if he loses California's upcoming primary. In other dispatches, Gov. Albert Brewer announces Waugh Asphalt Co will receive state contracts for paving materials in three counties despite prior price fixing allegations linked to former Gov. Lurleen Wallace. Demonstrators clash with police at the Supreme Court and De Gaulle faces renewed calls to resign amid widespread unrest in Paris.
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WDRM-FM Boosts Power to 100000 Watts and Stereo
Decatur radio station WDRM-FM will raise power from 21 500 to 100 000 watts on Thursday making it one of the state’s most powerful. The move supports a planned stereo broadcast in the fall with no format changes.
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Monsanto Decatur Plant wins safety award for 150 days
Monsanto Decatur Plant and Technical Center earned the General Manager's Safety Award for 150 consecutive days without a disabling injury. Plant manager C. E. Hieserman and technical center host G. B. Hughey accepted the banner in brief ceremonies. James D. Mahoney presented the award.
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End of Classes Today in Decatur Schools
Decatur city schools finish classes today with graduation set for Thursday night. All three high schools plan 8 p.m. ceremonies in their auditoriums or stadium. Decatur High may move indoors if rain. Students serve as main speakers with valedictorian Mary Ann Overcamp and salutatorian Deborah Webster speaking at Decatur and Austin High.
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City Council Qualification Opens for Aug 13 Election
Decature residents may file for mayor or city council starting June 6 with filings closing July 2. Candidates must be registered voters, choose seat number, and faces are set for the Aug 13 election with offices to be filled Oct 7 after a Sept 10 runoff. Incumbents Gilmer Blackburn and Melvin Ozier will not seek mayor council seats.
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