Drive of Buddhists Shakes Government
In Saigon the Buddhist monk movement grows, moving from monastic life to mass action in a nonviolent campaign for religious equality and social justice. Monks study abroad, teach English, and expand outreach while new technologies reach pagodas. The self-immolation of Thich Quang Duc shocks and tests government restrictions and Buddhist leaders guiding the response.
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Northern Hiring Practices Spark Racial Discrimination Debate
Washington report outlines that Negroes in the North face fewer high paying jobs and higher unemployment. Officials cite craft union discrimination and limited apprentice slots, while employers deny intent but admit few qualified applicants. Government action and union pressure aim to ease barriers, but experts warn change will take years.
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Goldwater May Get Backing
Young Republican delegates at the San Francisco national convention push a civil rights stand as they rally behind Arizona Senator Barry Goldwater for president. Oregon Gov. Mark Hatfield to speak. Andrew Hunter predicts civil rights remarks will spark controversy.
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Planned integration march on Washington set for Aug 28
Reverend George Lawr ence of Brooklyn co chair man of the march says more than 300 000 demonstrators are expected from 28 cities including New York Boston Cleveland Chicago Detroit Los Angeles San Francisco Atlanta Birmingham Miami and Washington. He warns if a filibuster occurs demonstrators will sit in on Congress in wave after wave.
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Tax Check Pressed on Pennsylvania Sales Tax Crackdown
Harrisburg AP The Revenue Department plans intensified efforts to assure collection of Pennsylvania s new five percent sales tax, focusing on purchases made outside the state. Officials said details are pending, with operations aimed at border regions to protect local merchants. Legal experts noted agents may lack authority to search cars for untaxed items, while state law and a 1983 Supreme Court ruling permit stops in contraband cases.
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Concrete Topping Affects JFK Kin Amblin Homestead
Dunganstown Ireland residents discuss who laid concrete on Mrs. Ryan's barnyard ahead of President Kennedy's planned visit. The site now features a paved yard, removed manure heap, and a concrete porch with a tiled john while the Kennedy kin remain central to local sentiment. Mary Ryan, Kennedy cousin, plans to offer tea and soda bread during the visit.
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Red Parley Broken Up at World Congress of Women
In Moscow a Communist Chinese delegate disrupted the Red-sponsored World Congress of Women by clashing with India representatives over the border conflict. The meeting was suspended after the Chinese delegate rushed the podium. chair Dr. Joan Carrill of England refused the floor and the session adjourned.
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East German push for Khrushchev visit stirs Berlin hopes
Berlin tension rises as East German leaders push a show of hospitality for Khrushchev in East Berlin and the West frets over possible moves on the Berlin crisis. Officials question whether he will address Kennedy’s pledge, sign a peace treaty, or spark a new confrontation.
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Spy scandal may cancel Khrushchev Sweden visit
Stockholm reports Col. Stig Erik Wennerstrom, a Swedish air force colonel and former air attache to Washington, arrested for 16 years of spying for the Soviet Union. He allegedly sold military secrets to Moscow and NATO secrets are under review. The incident sparks calls to cancel Khrushchev’s planned visit and prompts NATO inquiry.
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Radar Law Rapped By 3 Republicans
Harrisburg report notes three Republican senators James Berger Stanley Stroup and George Wade proposed legislation to repeal Pennsylvania radar law. Wade chairs highways committee and opposes radar. state police commissioner F E Wilson Purdy supports keeping it. The bill awaits Wade’s committee review amid prior defeated attempts. Another bill seeks a probationary license for livelihood dependence after suspension.
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Pittsburgh cafe marks 30th anniversary with retro prices
Downtown Pittsburgh cafe celebrated its 30th anniversary by rolling back prices to 30 years ago. A turkey dinner with potatoes, vegetables, pie and coffee now costs 35 cents while beer is five cents, offering a nostalgic value.
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