Johnson outlines future science aims to conquer disease and aging
Washington AP President Johnson, presenting the National Science Foundation report, predicts breakthroughs that could alter weather, end drought and flood, erase disease, and delay aging. He notes advances in rocket metals, electronics, and desalting seawater, urging increased funding to over $30 million by 1970 for weather and climate modification.
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Congress GOP Chiefs Fail to Rescue Johnson Latin Aid Pledge
UPI reports GOP leaders in Congress failed to back a resolution supporting President Johnson’s Latin American aid pledge. Dirksen and Senate Republicans criticized Democrats for blocking a formal statement of approval as Johnson prepared for a Punta del Este trip. The White House had sought broad backing for a $1.5 billion aid package to Latin America, but party divisions dampened prospects before Johnson’s departure.
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