19 May 1966
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1966
Page
1
Manila reports show more survivors sighted from the steamer Pioneer Cebu after Typhoon Irma. At least 132 still missing. 130 rescued by another steamer, with many in shock after over 40 hours at sea. Rescue center says hope is slight as seas remain dangerous.
Sources say Defense Secretary McNamara signaled a voluntary service idea with emphasis on broader goals beyond mobilization The draft system was called inequitable with a proposal to require two years of service from all U S youth as part of the future plan
In Da Nang, Premier Ky’s troops encircled rebel headquarters after hours of heavy fighting around a Buddhist stronghold. Viet Cong radio urged troops to rise against the government while Buddhist leaders appealed for international intervention. US airstrikes and Navy missions continued as Marines avoided direct involvement.
Theodore Francis Green, 98, longtime Rhode Island politician and U S senator, died after heart failure following cerebral strokes. A powerful supporter of the New Deal, he served 23 years in the Senate and chaired the Foreign Relations Committee.
Former North Carolina Democrat A Paul Kitchin told the party convention that Democrats differ on Vietnam policy but remain committed to fighting and securing an early victory over Communist forces. He noted some oppose withdrawal while others seek reevaluation of objectives.
The speech criticized the Republican party as a hulking elephant and urged gradual South Vietnamese to manage their party state administration. It warned against federal overreach into local affairs and cited Woodrow Wilson on liberty arising from the people, while stressing party unity after internal debates.
Washington officials warn that extended political violence in South Vietnam could undercut the American war effort. The Johnson administration seeks unity with Saigon’s military directors, urging stronger Vietnamese solidarity while monitoring aid and diplomatic signals from Secretary Rusk on developing nations.
Speaker lauds Democratic loyalty and a 17 month record of growth in industry, agriculture, and job creation. He singles out Hodges for industrial and research impact and Sanford for advancing education nationwide.
An Indianapolis jury convicts Sylvia Likens killer and four teenagers in a torture slaying case. Garteni Baniszewski is sentenced to life. others face major penalties. Trial featured 70 witnesses and gruesome evidence including 150 wounds and sustained abuse over two weeks.
The High Point Merchants Association hosts Million Dollar Days starting tomorrow and running through Saturday with top bargains. Shoppers can win the interest on 1 million dollars for one day by registering at designated boxes in member stores. Lone some Lee Marshall will roam downtown to entertain and hand out Center Theater tickets while footprints mark participating shops.
Washington AP The inquiry centers on Gruening's charge that the Navy did business with firms tied to Communist China via a Hong Kong subcontractor. Assistant Defense Secretary Paul R. H. tells Gruening hearings the matter is under investigation and calls for tighter Trading With the Enemy Act controls to prevent military violations.
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