McGovern Favored In Oregon and Rhode Island Primaries
In the penultimate Democratic contests before California, George McGovern leads in Oregon and Rhode Island as Humphrey and Muskie press for delegates. Muskie campaigns from Providence aiming for a convention role, Wallace supporters push Oregon and Rhode Island votes, while Oregon voters choose 34 delegates and Rhode Island 22.
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McGovern Gains Momentum From State Delegations
Democrats in Maine Vermont Iowa Washington and Louisiana selected delegates to the national convention as George S. McGovern gained strength. McGovern led in several states with Vermont and Louisiana showing solid backing and Muskie remaining a candidate despite reduced campaigning. The weekend tallies placed McGovern ahead on first-ballot counts with decisive delegate wins in multiple states.
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Henry Jackson
Wallace Campaign To Rely On Media
A top Wallace aide said the Alabama governor’s presidential bid will rely more on media advertising in Oregon, New Mexico, and Rhode Island after his Laurel assault. Wallace recovers at Holy Cross Hospital with paralyzed legs. Lester Maddox offered to campaign for him. Messages of sympathy come from Lyndon Johnson and Pope Paul.
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Heath plans visit to Peking for 1973 trade push
British Prime Minister Edward Heath plans a 1973 trip to Peking to open a large British trade fair in the Chinese capital and seek closer economic and political cooperation. Officials say no firm dates yet while Heath weighs timing to avoid preempting European ties and Nixon administration issues.
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Peking
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China
Heath
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Washington
John Addis
Nixon
Chance Of Rain Declines A Bit High Near 70
Cloudy and warm weather expected for the Piedmont area through Monday. Lows near the upper 50s, highs around 70 for today and Monday. Afternoon and evening thundershowers possible, plus a drizzle in the early morning. Rain chances 40 percent today and 30 percent tonight.
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