Hosmer Proposes Constitutional Change for Nationalized Voting
Rep. Craig Hosmer introduces a constitutional amendment to replace the electoral college with a popular national vote and to set a uniform 18 to 24 hour voting period across all states. The plan includes runoff elections if no candidate reaches 40 percent and allows Congress to set uniform residency and age requirements for federal elections.
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Conservative New House Likely to Be More Conservative
Washington voters face a House election on November 5 that is expected to be more fiscally conservative and prone to overhaul federal programs. It may favor tougher law enforcement on domestic violence and show less emphasis on civil rights compared with recent Democratic Congresses.
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Democratic margin tight in 90th Congress challenges policy
Viewpoint notes the 247 to 188 House margin leaves Democrats precarious with Southern conservative members. 1967 68 balance hinges on fiscal policy and Great Society programs like model cities and rent supplements. loss of a few seats could shift power to Republicans. In Astoria Oregon API report a 20 year old Richard John Meyer of San Bernardino died when his car ran off Highway 101 and rolled over 24 miles south of town. he was alone.
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Denture Adhesive Powder Promises Strong Grip
Phoenix reports a new product Super-Dent a denture powder that uses saliva to form a super-holding adhesive. When moisture is present it defies gravity holding dentures while eating has little effect. Safe for dentures and gums available at drug counters.
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Republicans Expected to Gain 3–7 Governors in 21 States
A New York Times survey of 21 governor races indicates Republicans lead in 11 states, Democrats in six, with four too close to call. Republicans could hold 29 to 33 governorships if close races swing their way, with gains seen in Vermont New Hampshire Illinois Iowa New Mexico Arizona Montana and Washington, while Missouri Delaware North Carolina North Dakota Texas and Utah favor Democrats.
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Burglars Steal TV and Radio From Long Beach Home
Burglars forced open a living room window at 809 East Fourth Street the home of Ellen J. Marshall and removed a television set and radio valued at $450 police said Sunday.
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