Editorial: Where Were They in the Goldwater Fight
A critical editorial questions GOP moderates like Romney Scranton and Nixon for not backing Goldwater actively. It argues their behind the scenes stance aided a perceived disaster, noting Goldwater's California victory and calling for decisive, visible commitment to stop him. The piece emphasizes accountability and timely action.
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Barry Goldwater
Romneys
Scrantons
Nixons
Goldwater
California
George Romney
Michigan
Arizona
William Scranton
Pennsylvania
GOP
Richard
Romney
Scranton
Nixon
Rockefeller
Coldwater
Senator Goldwater
Dora B. Leighton
Pine Ave
Sanctuary Privileges and North Viet Nam in War Policy Debate
The Sanctuary Issue argues whether anti communist forces should attack North Viet Nam targets or respect a sanctuary to avoid escalation. It recalls Korea era limits on Chinese sanctuaries, MacArthur’s push across the Yalu, and civilian authority versus military action. Debates center on risks versus potential victory in Laos and South Viet Nam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
Viet Nam
Korea
Douglas MacArthur
Yalu
Manchuria
Truman
Decline of Manhood in Public Beating Incident
The piece argues American male decline in morality, citing a Stanton incident where eight youths beat a policeman outside a pizza stand while 50 bystanders watched. It laments lack of bystander courage and warns of growing danger to character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanton
California Vote Changes Color the 1964 Picture
Johnson and Kennedy spoke 99 minutes after the California primary outlining civil rights and judicial issues. Salinger’s California win keeps Kennedy aura viable, while Unruh Brown power struggles threaten party prospects. The vice presidency decision at Atlantic City looms large with high stakes and party tensions.
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Washington
Johnson
Robert Kennedy
California
Kennedy
Fleeson
Justice Department
Arabs Waging Undeclared War Over Ethiopia
Drew Pearson reports a three year undeclared conflict in East Africa centered on Ethiopia and Somalia with Egypt led by Gamal Abdel Nasser backing Somali interests. Soviet and Chinese influence looms as broadcasts incite rebellion while aid flows shape the showdown.
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Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
East Africa
Somalia
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Egypt
Haile Selassie
U.S.A
Asmara
Middle East
Sudan
Red Sea
Nasser
United States
Desert
Arb
Nile
Blue Nile
State Department
Desert Republic
Moscow
Peking
Ed Kerry
West Germany
Semsi=s
Semalig
Russia
Strictly Personal Groups Destroy Own Objectives
Sydney J. Harris argues organized interests undermine private property and trust in private enterprise. He cites the Chicago area Property Owners Association and housing code debates to show how self interest prompts lax standards, worsening slums, and greater government intervention. He urges self restraint and strict code enforcement as safeguards for capitalism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney J. Harris
Oscar Wilde
Town Meeting Decries Violence on Movie Screen
Readers condemn a drive‑in film showing Blood Feast for graphic violence urging parents to act and blame society for allowing such trash. Letters criticize Goldwater and Ike as presidential choices reflecting 1960s political divides.
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Wwe
Surat
Johnny Mellano, JR
S. Marquardt Ave
Artesia
Says Goldwater dangerous man editor warns of rising extremism
The writer contrasts Goldwater and his so called storm troopers with Hitler era peril, arguing that extremist groups have nearly taken over the Republican party while Eisenhower and other moderates resemble German leaders hiding their heads, warning of potential danger in the US.
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Goldwater
Adolph Hitler
Hitler
Hindesburg
Germany
Barry Goldwater
Eisenhower
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Pat) Brown
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Mossencere
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Pearson
Bitsy Betts
Chi- Arris Cage Property Owners Assn
Town Meeting
Haakon Marcussen
Ike
Gettysburg
Uts
Republican Party
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Keever Ave
Says Goldwater
Dangerous Man
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