Ky Promises South Vietnam Election Will Be Fair
Washington Premier Ky of South Vietnam told CBS Face the Nation the forthcoming election would be fair and free, denying rigging charges as campaign tactics. He outlined crackdowns on draft dodgers, military buildup, corruption, and a civilian PM if elected, while supporting targeted bombing in Hanoi Haiphong and rejecting a Viet Cong government under any circumstance.
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Washington backs peace talks with North Vietnam without U S involvement
Assistant Secretary of State William Bundy said on Meet the Press the United States would be happy to see the South Vietnamese government negotiate directly with the North without U S participation. He noted the Viet Cong refusal to be recognized as the South's spokesman and said some other means could be found. Bundy saw potential for a bombing pause if the North indicated it would not exploit it militarily.
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Methods to Eliminate M16 Rifle Ills Revealed
Washington API reports Rep. Richard Ichord says jamming of the M16 used in Vietnam can be reduced by chrome plating the chamber or by returning to extruded powder. He notes some malfunctions have caused deaths and cites Army powder changes since 1964 as a major cause.
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Ford urges Vietnam pullout if bombing theory true
GOP leader Gerald Ford says the United States should quit Vietnam if McNamara is right that air power cannot end the war. He argues bombing north Vietnam and targeting key military sites could curb Viet Cong arms, while criticizing Johnson for sending U.S. leaders to observe South Vietnam’s upcoming elections.
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