Nevada GOP Convention set with 1283 delegates chosen
The Clark County GOP convention opens at 11 a.m. to elect a temporary chairman and select 1283 delegates to the state convention on April 25 in Winnemucca, Nevada. Morse notes no Sunday overrun planned, and many resolutions praise Governor Laxalt and local officials while some urge Reagan support and national uncommitted delegation. Local precincts push for education tax relief, Vietnam victory, and减 trade with Communist nations.
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Vietnam
Las Vegas Fire Chief Ousted By Commission
Las Vegas fire department leadership changed when Chief Williams was removed amid union pressure and morale concerns. Assistant Chief Miller, elevated two years ago, declined comment while firefighters discuss broader issues from exams to disability coverage and work weeks. A special union meeting was planned after the shakeup.
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Mystery Sleep Ailment Strikes North Carolina Students
In Raeford North Carolina Mrs Galbreath class at Upchurch school 23 pupils from low income Negro families faced a strange sleep condition. Children from the class fall asleep at various times while others remain awake. investigators ruled out disease or toxin exposure and consider a psychological habit pattern reinforced by attention and home routines. Psychological consultants have not pinned a diagnosis but say no health hazard exists.
Westmoreland Considered for Pentagon Post Amid Vietnam War Debate
President Johnson discussed Westmoreland's possible Pentagon assignment pending Senate confirmation. He stressed no successor had been chosen and refused to reveal strategic shifts, noting daily efforts to find a Vietnam solution. The general was praised by McNamara, Clifford, Rivers, and Russell for his management and support from military leaders.
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Public Pressure Forces Czech President to Quit
Antonin Novotny 44 resigned as Stalinist president of Czechoslovakia after 11 years in office. He cited the present situation and aim to aid socialist development. Alexander Dubcek replaced him as party chief in a reform move that sparked liberalization across Eastern Europe.
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Senate approves first code of ethics for members
Washington reports the Senate voted 67 to 1 to approve a code of ethics for lawmakers, requiring disclosure of sources and use of private contributions. Senator George Aiken abstained, while the Dodd amendment on campaign funds was defeated 65 to 5 amid post scandal reforms.
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North Vietnam Doubles Fresh Troop Infiltration into South
Pentagon sources estimate that about 48 000 North Vietnamese troops infiltrated South Vietnam in the past four months doubling the usual rate. Total North Vietnamese Army units in the South reach about 75 000 with 10 000 more in Viet Cong ranks while overall armed strength is reported around 207 000 to 222 000.
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Riot Reports Finally Get LBJ Approval
Johnson says there is a general simpatico between Cabinet officers and the commission's recommendations. He notes not all items align but aims to act on every feasible recommendation to implement them.
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Shriver Named Ambassador to France in Kennedy Era Shuffle
President Johnson appoints Sargent Shriver as U S ambassador to France and Wilbur Cohen as HEW secretary to Sargent Shriver leaves domestic roles. The selections follow Gardner's January resignation and De Gaulle’s government reaction. Shriver's move ends a tense political position amid Kennedy family connections and planned Senate confirmation.
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Stratospheric Blitzes Over North Vietnam Spark Concerns
Allied air operations pressed near the Chinese border with 108 raids on North Vietnam as radar guided bombs hit the Long Giai yard. Combat near the DMZ eased to a quiet lull while Ky floated a possible ground invasion to blunt threats to outposts like Khe Sanh. Two U.S. helicopters were lost, with four Americans killed and one wounded across two crashes.
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New Theory Emerges in Utah Sheep Deaths Probe
Washington government health official says an outlawed coal tar derivative used to preserve seed rain may explain about 5500 sheep deaths in Utah. Red urine and tears found in some sheep resemble past Turkey cases linked to the chemical, though its U.S. prohibition and route to the herd remain unclear.
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Turkey
Venezuela seeks return of hijacked airliner to Havana
Venezuela asked the Swiss embassy in Havana to negotiate with Cuba for the return of a government airliner hijacked on a Caracas to Maracaibo flight. The Convair turboprop operated by Venezolana Airlines carried 50 aboard, including at least 11 U.S. citizens tied to oil firms. hijackers forced it to Cuba.
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Vermont Governor Backs RFK Over LBJ
Gov. Philip Hoff abandoned his support for President Johnson and endorsed Sen. Robert F. Kennedy. He said Kennedy offers the best chance to change national leadership and pledged to work for Kennedy's nomination and election, even reassessing his plan to head Vermont’s 22 member delegation as a Kennedy supporter.
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Cigarette Use Falls Slightly In 1967 Per Capita
The Agriculture Department reports adult per capita cigarette use dropped to 4280 in 1967 from 1966, a 0.2 percent decline, while total consumption rose to a record 549 billion due to population growth. Production reached 576.2 billion with a shift to 72.5 percent filter tipped cigarettes.
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