Congressional report finds no government corruption in Estes dealings
A House subcommittee concluded government negligence but honesty in dealings with Billie Sol Estes. The 439 page report says government did not lose money to Estes and rejects claims of bribery or political influence. It notes poor coordination and ongoing inquiries since 1953 as Estes' empire grew unchecked.
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Douglas-Home Ramps Up Campaign Ahead of Elections
Prime Minister Sir Alec Douglas-Home ordered about 20 cabinet ministers into a late campaign blitz to rally undecided voters as polls show a Labor surge. Labor leader Harold Wilson faced hecklers in Bradford, with reports of sabotage and crowd chaos at a rally.
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GOP Chairman Says Goldwater Likely to Lose If Election Held Tomorrow
UPI Dean Burch said private polls show Goldwater would lose if voting occurred tomorrow but notes the race is not decided yet. He highlights Southern strength and growing Midwest and West momentum while accusing President Johnson of fear tactics and differing on nuclear weapons control.
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Task Force Says Demos Bask Tests Endanger U.S. Security
A GOP military preparedness task force led by Neil H. McElroy charges the Johnson administration jeopardizes national security by not conducting underground tests on nuclear weapon effects. They cite Senate investigations and the nuclear test ban treaty provisions as grounds for continued underground testing.
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