Ike Eisenhower's funeral rites move to Capitol step
The body of Dwight D. Eisenhower was carried to the Capitol on a caisson as mourners gathered. President Nixon spoke of his devotion to family and country in a tribute reflecting the nation’s respect for the late president.
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Casket Lies in State at Capitol Rotunda for 24 Hours
The flag draped casket of World War II general lies in state in the Capitol Rotunda after a solemn military funeral cortege from Washington National Cathedral. The general, praised as the first citizen of the world, is honored by the nation.
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Eisenhower's state funeral draws world leaders to Washington
An estimated 60 000 pass by Eisenhower's bier in the crypt chapel as thousands more gather in the Rotunda for a state funeral attended by Nixon Lyndon B. Johnson and Charles de Gaulle. The service, led by military and church leaders, includes psalm readings and cadet songs. Eisenhower's bier travels to Abilene for burial near his infant son Dwight Doud.
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Nixon De Gaulle to Confer Before Eisenhower Funeral
President Nixon and French President de Gaulle will hold a working meeting in Washington before Eisenhower's funeral. Other world leaders will attend a White House reception this evening and meet Nixon Tuesday. No topics were announced. Four power talks on the Middle East loom as a possible topic of mutual interest.
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Police Fire Into Detroit Negro Church After Officer Slain
In Detroit on a Sunday, police shot their way into New Bethel Baptist Church and arrested 135 people minutes after Patrolman Michael Czapski was killed and Officer Rich Worobec wounded outside during a Black nationalist meeting of the New Republic of Africa. Four inside the church were wounded. Officers recovered seven rifles three handguns and ammunition as gunmen fled.
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Massacre at New Bethel Church Sparks Racial Conflict
The Rev C L Franklin pastor of the New Bethel Baptist church said the Republic of New Africa had no church ties but rented the hall for a clash in which 135 were arrested after gunfire shattered glass and pews. Two detainees face charges including assault with intent to murder and possession of chemical spray. The group seeks 400 billion dollars in reparations for slavery.
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Beach crowds swell as Easter week draws students
Over a quarter million people flocked to Southland beaches as Easter vacation began. Newport Beach Balboa reports 85 000 visitors with about 5 000 students staying on Balboa Island. Long Beach strand counts 70 000 sunbathers. Life guards logged 78 rescues at Hermosa Beach and 12 total rescues elsewhere amid dangerous currents.
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How Ike Evaluated His Record
In a 1966 letter to James C. Hagerty released by Hagerty now vice president of ABC the former president Dwight D. Eisenhower defended his administration against critics who focused more on his manner than his achievements. The letter dated October 18 1966 argues the list of achievements is not complete.
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