LBJ Peace Offensive Faces rocky start in Manila plan
President Lyndon Johnson pushes a global peace offensive ahead of the Manila conference October 23 27 amid Soviet rebuke and public doubt. Brezhnev rejects a US invitation to visit, while Republicans call the move cynical. The Manila talks aim to offset Vietnam War criticism as elections approach.
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Mexican Gunboat Fire Reported Near Mexican Coast
A U S Coast Guard cutter pursued the shrimp boat Blood and Guts after it reported machine gun fire from a Mexican coast patroller, reportedly outside the 12 mile limit. The vessel fled to open waters with no injuries and the Tri ton will investigate the incident. In Dallas a man stole 12 suitcases over four months from Love Field, confessing to stealing baggage despite the airport’s honor system.
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Mansfield delays troop cut plan in Europe
Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield halted push for a year end resolution to cut U.S. forces in Europe. He pledged reintroduction after the 90th Congress with 32 co sponsors as Germany opposed any reduction amid Chancellor Erhard's Washington visit.
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