Assassination of Dr. King Stirs Response in Memphis
A condemned sermon urges respect for peaceful means of protest while condemning violence during Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. visit to Memphis. The piece notes Memphis police suspect a white shooter and warns that assassins threaten leaders and citizens, framing violence as a threat to democracy.
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Martin Luther King, Jr
Memphis
Dr. King
King
Amerika
Republic
Group Favors Tax to Get Teacher Hikes
The Northwest Arkansas Schoolmasters Club recommends Gov Rockefeller raise taxes to fund a promised 500 dollar annual pay increase for Arkansas teachers for 1968 69. Secretary J R Kennan warns current revenues risk a 3 million dollar deficit and 300 dollar rises without reform. He urges a clear revenue distribution formula as school operating costs grow.
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Springdale
Ark
Northwest Arkansas
Gav
Winthrop Rockefeller
Arkansas
J. R. Kennan
Rockefeller
Kennan
Peter
Paul
Bargaining Fails to End Strike at Magnet Cove Plant
AN all day bargaining session in Little Rock failed to change the 2 day old strike at National Lead Co. Magnet Cove Arkansas. Chip Phillips leader of United Steel Workers Local 4855 said the situation is unchanged as workers seek higher wages and contract changes. Postmaster Nominated in Arkansas The Senate confirmed Jesse Coyne Jr. as Genevia postmaster and Hoyt L. Willmuth as Swittun postmaster in Arkansas.
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National Lead Co
Magnet Cove
Hot Spring County
Chip Phillips
United Steel Workers
Washington
Jesse Coyne Jr
Genevia
Ark
Hoyt L. Willmuth
Swittun
Senate
Hanoi Says Partial Halt Not Enough
Hanoi denounced the U S bombing pause as insufficient to prove a move toward peace. Nhan Dan described Johnson’s March 31 pledge to protect Saigon as proof the United States still pursued aggression, noting the partial halt limited strikes below the 20th parallel.
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Tokyo
North Vietnam
United States
Nhan Dan
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U.S
Johnson
Saigon
Advisers Split on Prospects for Peace in Vietnam
Johnson’s top advisers divide between hopeful and gloomy views on peace talks with North Vietnam. Some see Hanoi misjudging Johnson’s pause in bombing, others warn North Vietnam may recover from January offensive. Change at defense and presidency fuels unease as pages note McNamara’s exit and Westmoreland’s departure.
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John M. Hightower
Washington
Johnson
North Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh
South Vietnam
Robert S. McNamara
William C. Westsmoreland
U.S
Vietnam
Khe Sanh
Colmn
Thieu
Saigon
King
After Dr King Death Violence Ravages Cities Nationwide
Violence erupted across U S cities after the assassination of Dr Martin Luther King Jr with looting arson and gunfire. Deaths injuries and arrests mounted as police and National Guard restored order in Memphis Washington and New York amid widespread unrest and calls for nonviolence.
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Associated Press
Marstin Luther King Jr
Washington
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Tallahassee
Fla
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Itta Bena
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Detroit
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AP News
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President Delays Hawaii Trip Over Violence Debates
President Johnson stays in Washington delaying a Hawaii trip after urging Americans to reject violence that killed Dr. Martin Luther King. He postponed departure and said he would decide later if Honolulu talks would proceed, citing uncertain factors and possible cancellation.
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Associated Press
Washington (Ap
Johnson
Honolulu
Washington
Martin Luther King
Hawaii
George Christian
Three Are Sentenced to Prison in Circuit Court
William Arnold Tl pronounced sentence Thursday on Odis Wayne Adams for burglary and grand larceny at LaGrone Williams Hardware. Adams got two years for burglary and one year for grand larceny to run consecutively, with a prior sentence. Carl Joe Ceaser pleaded guilty to two counts of burglary and two counts of grand larceny and received a general term of 15 years on each count, to run consecutively with other sentences. Clarence Palmer was found not guilty of robbery. Theo Primus was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Sid Williams and sentenced to three years in the penitentiary, with further sentence to be imposed April 11. Civil jury cases will be tried then, and remaining criminal cases set for April 30.
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Odis
Wayne Adams
LaGrone
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Dora Stroughter
Theo Primus
Sid Williams
WR Says His Brother Is a Candidate
In Little Rock AP report Winthrop Rockefeller says New York Gov Nelson Rockefeller is a Republican presidential candidate. Winthrop notes Nelson plans to be active this summer and will explain his stance on Vietnam. Nelson had declined primaries after New Hampshire.
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New York
Nelson A. Rockefeller
Winthrop Rockefeller
Arkansas
Nelson
New Hampshire
Winthrop
Oregon
National Association of News Editors
Washington
Restoration Grant Helps Arkansas Territorial Capitol Project
The Department of Housing and Urban Development approved a 277 088 grant to the Arkansas Territorial Restoration Commission under the open space program. The funds, matched by 200 000 from the 1967 legislature, will buy landscape and construct a lecture building and office beside the Territorial Capitol on a half block, with demolition costs covered as needed.
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Washington
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Arkansas Territorial Restoration Commission
Territorial
Social image in the scramble for success
HAL BOYLE notes the modern obsession with social image as vital as car maintenance. A poor image implies loss of status, with examples of failing finances, family issues, and social neglect. The remedy is drastic, suggesting inheritance as a quick fix to avoid social decline.
Base Siege Lifted by the Enemy
The siege of Khe Sanh was lifted says a senior U.S. officer as Marines push toward the base from three sides. A relief force expands the ring while a 500 man unit probes beyond the fortress as heavy fighting erupts on Highway 9. Casualties are reported light for the Marines.
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George Esper
Associated Press
Saigon
Khe Sanh
Khé Sanh
Utilities Questioned on Activities in Arkansas
Utilities in Arkansas were issued a detailed questionnaire by the state Public Service Commission to probe promotional activities by electric and gas firms. Commissioner Robert C. Downie prepared it at Gov. Winthrop Rockefeller's suggestion. Responses are due April 15, few have replied, and hearings may be held to verify accuracy. The aim is to see if promotional practices discriminate against customers and if such costs affect rates.
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Little Rock
Elecric
Arkansas
State Public Service Commission
Robert C. Downie
Winthrop Rockefeller
Downie
Realtor Speaks at Farm Bureau Board Meeting
Arthur Streeh, a local realtor, urged members on the role of farm organizations in today’s society. Music by Dale Goodner and The Country Boys accompanied the event. President Troy Burson announced 686 families have joined the local farm organization.
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Arthur Streeh
Dale Goodner
Country Boys
Troy Burson
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