Dem leaders push revamp of national committee after 1966 losses
A AP survey shows state and national Democrats fault the Democratic National Committee for weak coordination and fund shortages. Leaders demand revitalization, stronger state ties, clearer direction, and more get out the vote machinery ahead of 1968. John Bailey plans a February meeting while Johnson and Humphrey press for analyses and reforms.
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Reds Seem Unwilling To Extend Yule Truce
State Department officials say the Viet Cong appear unwilling to accept Pope Pauls appeal for a Christmas truce in Vietnam. They warn the refusal harms prospects for any peace movement while a Viet Cong broadcast accuses the United States of Machiavellian aggression in Vietnam.
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Today in History Dec 13 1966 highlights
On December 13 1966 the calendar marks the 347th day with events including the Continental Congress authorizing 13 ships of war in 1775 seen as Navy birthday, plus Wilson in France in 1918 and Gompers death in 1924 Among other notes a 1944 Nimitz meeting and past disasters in 1976 2019 and earlier.
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Wisconsin Gov. Knowles Congratulates Packers
Governor Knowles sent a telegram to coach Vince Lombardi congratulating the Green Bay Packers on clinching the Western Conference title. He praised the team and Wisconsin’s support for professional athletes and the Packers.
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Vince Lombardi
Wisconsin
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