Higher Cost Of Living Threatens Johnson Support
A Louis Harris survey shows one in four households delaying major purchases for economic reasons while housing starts hit a five year low. Mortgage costs and rising labor and material prices add about 5 percent to typical home costs since last summer, underscoring tight credit and housing needs. Public approval of Johnson on inflation has fallen to about one-sixth, with 88 percent favoring spending cuts to curb inflation, signaling a greater political risk to Democrats than the Vietnam war.
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Schlesinger warns on Americanizing Vietnam War
Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr argues in Look that further U.S. “Americanization” of Vietnam risks making the conflict unwinnable. He says a larger army won't secure victory, urges backing a civilian Saigon regime, and stresses stable governance and broader reform over relying on Ky.
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Humor under fire as New York exhibit questions the art
Editorial notes American humor's broad tolerance and its decline amid a formal New York conference. Critics argue humor should speak truth not exploit. The piece cites Twain White Carlyle and Chaplin on humor, laments editors' caution and the regimented satire scene.
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Dodd Intercedes In Marin County Development Case
Washington column recounts Sen. Tom Dodd’s efforts to influence federal agencies and President Johnson over Tom Frouge’s Marinello high rise near the Golden Gate. It notes Dodd’s failure to disclose legal fees and his outreach to Udall and GSA, with no action recorded from Johnson.
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Missionary Work In Colombia Faces Hardship And Hope
Mrs. Naomi Love, a missionary in Colombia, outlines building a fourth church amid material shortages and difficult politics. Her father joins as crews haul rock by donkey and cart and a 1946 light truck brings bricks from 25 miles away. She thanks supporters and notes a hoped for political stability and a stronger Christian community.
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