Pension Increase Possible
Washington AP reports that a rise in the basic Social Security retirement payment seems likely this year as momentum builds for a federal old age health plan. The potential boost could align with efforts to revamp medical care for the aged while de-emphasizing some military funding debates.
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LeMay urges 100 megaton bomb amid missile doubts
General Curtis LeMay warns the Soviet Union is narrowing the US superiority gap and says Washington should develop a 100 megaton nuclear weapon. He questions missile reliability in the McNamara Goldwater debate while stressing space mastery and heavy missile reliance for national defense.
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Curtis E. LeMay
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U.S
United States
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Barry Goldwater
R-Ariz
Air Force
Goldwater
New Hampshire
Lodge Gains Strength On Foreign Policy Issues
A cross section of Oregon Republicans voters in the May 15 primary shows Henry Cabot Lodge leading on foreign policy. Lodge leads on six of ten issues, reflecting his perceived strength in national security matters among GOP voters, with Nixon Goldwater and Nelson also strong on foreign policy contrasted by Rockefeller's appeal on domestic issues.
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Nixon and Lodge vie for foreign policy edge in 1960 race
The Harris Survey highlights Lodge as strong in foreign affairs from his UN ambassador role and Castro policy, while Nixon trails as a capable anti-Communist, noted for Khrushchev handling and Oregon regional appeal. The piece suggests Nixon as the Pacific Northwest favored candidate with California roots.
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Memories Of Dust Bowl Days Revived
An unusually fast deep low pressure system across the lower Plains revived memories of the 1930s dust bowl with property and crop damage. Five people died in highway accidents as dust-choked conditions spread. Oklahoma officials assess damage to newly planted crops while weather officials note the storm’s rarity and factors behind it.
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A. H. Robinson
Lodge Team Is Cautious In Oregon Polls
Portland AP Early in the Oregon campaign lodge leads in polls with 46 percent of GOP voters, while Nixon has 17 Goldwater 14 Rockefeller 12 Scranton 4 and Smith 1 with 5 undecided. The Oregonian endorsed Lodge and supporters say his character and potential presidency matter.
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Dirksen Seeks Republican Backing on Civil Rights Amendments
Senate debate intensifies as Dirksen pursues GOP support for a series of amendments to the equal employment opportunity section of the civil rights bill. He aims for about 15 amendments, including several major changes, hoping to win grudging Southern Democrat cooperation while risking a tougher path for bill passage.
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Rocket blast injures eight at Cape Kennedy test site
An explosion during prelaunch checks at Cape Kennedy caused eight injuries as a Delta rocket stage ignited a solid propellant. NASA and Air Force said the spacecraft was damaged, with one worker in critical condition and others treated at nearby hospitals. The incident marked the Cape’s first major accident in 14 years of operations.
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Rail Talks At Crucial Stage
Washington AP reports rail wage talks near a fifth day as President Johnson urges a voluntary settlement to avert a crippling nationwide strike. Federal mediators headed by Wirtz will report Wednesday, guiding Johnson on possible steps to keep bargaining active.
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North Carolina Farming Gains Through State Programs
North Carolinians take pride in farm economy work guided by the Department of Agriculture's 16 divisions. Compulsory meat and poultry inspection provides wholesome food as part of a plan to raise farm income and expand processing markets. Governor Terry Sanford notes progress and ongoing efforts to improve family and community life through education and better use of state-grown food.
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Goldwater Strength In Illinois Tested
In Illinois Goldwater seeks a boost in the Republican presidential race with Sen. Margaret Chase Smith and a field that includes Henry Cabot Lodge Nelson Rockefeller and others as write-ins. Polls open 12 hours with about 5.15 million registered voters in Illinois, mostly in Cook County. Weather sunny with possible afternoon showers. results not binding for delegates.
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Richard Morgan
Chicago
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Khrushchev Meets Polish Leaders In Moscow
In Moscow Khrushchev held talks with Polish leaders in the Kremlin, Tass reported. Photographs of the meeting were released. The Polish delegation was led by Communist party secretary Wladislaw Gomulka and Premier Josef Cyrankiewicz, with Alexei Kosygin and Anastas Mikoyan accompanying Khrushchev.
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Apology issued for erroneous Khrushchev death dispatch
A West German agency apologized for circulating a mistaken report that Soviet Premier Khrushchev had died. The error prompted an internal inquiry, suspensions, and corrections after Tass and other agencies flagged the garbled dispatch origins. The incident involved Bonn editors and Dublin observers, with ongoing reviews of sourcing and transmission processes.
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