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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1964

Page

7

Moderates Move Toward Center in Civil Rights Debate

Washington observers note both parties drift toward the political middle as civil rights becomes a tempered issue. The Democratic platform threads civil rights concepts within Democracy of Opportunity while Republicans pledge full enforcement and adaptive reforms, signaling a bipartisan tilt with delegates in Alabama and Mississippi facing seating compromises.

Washington Bruce Biossat LBJ Lyndon Johnson Alabama Mississippi Congress

No Sale Questioned on Foreign Aid Effectiveness

Congress research shows 19 nations receiving U.S. aid often voted with the USSR in the 1963 United Nations General Assembly. Jordan and United Arab Republic tally notable votes. overall 77 alignments with the United States versus 144 with Russia. The data suggest limits to aid as a tool of policy.

Western Europe Congress Craig Hasmer U.S.S.R U.N. General’ Assembly Jordan Russia U.S United Arab Republic Uws United Nations

Civil rights split shows at Atlantic City convention

Marguerite Higgins reports a rift in the civil rights movement as Northern leaders and Southern elements clash during the Democratic National Convention in Atlantic City. Tensions over violence, voter mobilization, and a demand to replace Mississippi delegates highlight disunity among CORE SNCC NAACP and King, with Johnson facing pressure ahead of fall elections.

Satlantic Lyndon Johnson Democratic Party Alabama Lyndon Johnsonj New Jersey Richard Hughes Johnson Hughes Mississippi Tainty Joe King Atlantic City Roy Wilkins NAACP CORE SNCC John Lewis White House Martin Luther King Mississippi Freedom Democrats

Humphrey Faces TV Contract Dilemma At Convention

Senator Hubert Humphrey, once Kennedy supporters’ vice presidential favorite, sought to exit his ABC TV deal to gain more time for campaigning. He faced a $25,000 offer, and a convention role could trigger conflict with his telecasts. Powell’s Atlantic City visit sparked clashes over fundraising and security, including threats of demonstrations and gun talk. George Rockwell warned police of Nazi stormtroopers, prompting public order concerns. Bull Connor’s Harlem presence drew security worries amid civil rights tensions.

Atlantic City Minnesota Hubert Humphrey Abc-Tv Dent Tcohnson Pearson Humphrey Kennedy ABC CBS Powell New York John “Young Harlem Young Lheck Maceo’ ‘Lurner NAACP Naacti Mississippi Turner Harlem Club Mr. Young George Lincoln Rockwell Eugene Bull) Connor Birmingham Alabama Conner Bull Mason-Dixon Line Johnson Barry Gold- Walter Connor George Wallace Bully Wallace

How to Judge a Drama Critic's Taste in Plays

A critique argues that many modern plays show inexperience and reliance on clichés. It mocks amateur dialogue, stage setups, and easy laughs, urging critics to value real dramatic craft over flashy costumes or celebrity names.

Long Island Han Yoularée

Resident opposes 25c tax for Long Beach Worlds Fair plan

A letter from Mrs Keeney of Sebring argues against a 25 cent per 100 valuation tax proposed to fund the California Worlds Fair, contending home owners bear the burden while hotel and business interests benefit. She suggests bonds if profit is anticipated and calls for voters to defeat the plan citing who should pay.

Long Beach

Questions on Warren Probe and Ruby Testimony Stance

A New York columnist asserts the Warren Commission will withhold its findings on President Kennedy’s assassination and claims to have released for publication the original transcript of Jack Ruby’s testimony. The public’s access is delayed until next month, raising questions about the columnist’s source and motive.

New York Warren Commission John F. Kennedy Jack Ruby

Warren Commission echoes fears of dictatorship tones

A reader column cites alleged sources close to the Warren Commission amid debate over Warren Court authority and the Kennedy assassination inquiry. The piece frames concerns about governmental power and media influence, noting panelists and host ties to Warren family figures.

Letter to the Editor Praises Forum Service in Long Beach

Milton E Ammann of 2709 E 220th St writes to thank the paper for providing a public forum and vows to speak up on issues that may affect the country and citizenship. He asserts laws must be obeyed and that some politicians try to circumvent them.

Long Beach Milton E Ammann 220Th St

Independent: Meada Leh Riper noite EN

A garbled ED press note lists executives and offices including Aniante Los Hal dew York and France Current Wet at VT with unclear roles and affiliations. The fragmentary item reads like an internal masthead or staffing brief with names such as Miley and Sawyer but yields no cohesive report.

Meada Leh Riper Noite Miley &, Sines Phanaaieg EC Sawyer Ferousen Walker Awit Aniante Cascaney Orirail Los Haldew York Pal Ace France Raegaient Teemcee

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