Solemn Washington Rites Honor M Arthur
In the Capitol rotunda the flag draped casket of General Douglas MacArthur lay as President Johnson and Mrs Johnson attended the solemn ceremony. Arthur MacArthur and his mother spoke softly, eyes teary and solemn, as dignitaries from around the world observed the rites. The rotunda filled with officials, diplomats, and servicemen while eulogies and a military benediction marked the proceedings before the remains lay in state and prepared for Norfolk.
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MacArthur to Rest in Norfolk Memorial Mausoleum
General Douglas MacArthur will rest in a memorial building in downtown Norfolk after arriving at the Naval Air Station at 3 20 pm. His casket will be viewed from 6 pm today through 7 am Saturday, then transported to St Pauls Episcopal Church for funeral services before returning for interment.
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MacArthur Widow Briefly Visits White House in Wake
The MacArthurs met First Lady at the White House after the general's body was moved to the Capitol. White House secretary George Reedy said President Johnson would be at National Airport as the body headed to Norfolk for funeral services.
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Agriculturalist Arrives for Palm Desert Travel Cultures Work
A visiting agriculturalist from Moscow Wisconsin named Si Savang arrived by Wednesday to begin work described as PALM DESERT travel and horticultural duties. The arrival marks the start of his assignment with regional agricultural programs and research initiatives.
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