Election Preview: Johnson and Goldwater Set for Donnybrook
The piece frames the 1964 presidential contest as a stark liberal versus conservative choice. Lyndon Johnson campaigns for bigger federal involvement and spending, while Barry Goldwater appeals to supporters seeking a restrained welfare state and stronger US leadership. Hubert Humphrey is named as Johnson’s running mate. The author predicts a hard fought, possibly dirty, race that tests the nation’s resolve and policy direction.
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Goldwater
Miller
Lyndon Johnson
Hubert Humphrey
Johnson
America
Washington
Barry Goldwater
United States
San Leandro Cuts City Tax Again In 17th Year
San Leandro California announces the 17th consecutive annual reduction in the municipal tax rate from 19.80 to 11.11 per thousand for 1947 48 and beyond. Residents report high service levels while city leaders boast a solid re election record and potential as consultants for other towns facing tax increases.
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San Leandro
Calif
San Leander
Death Trap Alert in Lawrence Ice Boxes Warned
An editorial warns of deadly ice boxes hidden around Lawrence and urges destruction or disabling of the devices. The piece cites a city ordinance banning abandoned ice boxes with airtight doors and interior locks and warns of penalties up to $100 and 90 days in jail for violations.
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Lawrence
U.S
City Commission
No License to Riot and the Nation’s Duty
President Johnson condemns street rioters and night riders as divisive and harmful to the nation. He urges unity beyond race and votes, stressing that liberty does not excuse lawlessness and respect for justice. He warns that disorder harms all and serves no cause.
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Johnson
America
Public call for lawful conduct across communities
Citizens of all races and creeds condemn illegal actions and extra legal violence in recent weeks. No group gains a right to foment violence regardless of goals.
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U.S
Castro Doubts Soviet Again
Fidel Castro questions Moscow's reliability after Khrushchev’s Cuba missiles pullout. He signals a possible divorce from the USSR, seeks self defense, and weighs risks to Cuba amid the Moscow Beijing split and U.S. threats at Guantanamo. Washington Post News Service.
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Washington
Times-Post
Fidel Castro
Russia
Havana
U.S
Cuba
Nikita Khrushchev
Castro
Moscow
Soviet Union
Charles de Gaulle
Europe
Cienfuegos
Centra Cuba
Old Home Town Notes From Four Eras
A nostalgic recap recalls 16, 25, and 40 years ago. Chapin Clark joined the Kansas Bar and began a four year Army duty period. Elsie Bahnmaier crowned Douglas County Fair Queen at Big Springs.
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Chapin Clark
Kansas
Elsie Bahnmaier
Lecompton
Douglas County
Big Springs
Lyle Powell
Europe
Harriet Harper
Quantrill
Today’s Bible Message and Prayer for Renewal of Faith
A brief religious notice presents Luke 14 27 as a cross bearing call to discipleship. A prayer asks God to save from drifting and grant grace to choose Christ as savior and Lord and renew loyalty to serve Him faithfully.
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Christ
Prescott a fitting start for Goldwater presidential bid
Barry Goldwater is set to begin his 1964 presidential campaign in Prescott Arizona on September 3. The town of 13000 has long shaped his political life with early speeches and family ties linking the Goldwater legacy to the courthouse steps. Prescott faces a potential 30000 turnout and a surge of national media as Goldwater begins his bid.
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Barry Goldwater
Prescott
Ariz
Goldwater
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Abilene
Arizona
Yavapai County
Ernest B. McFarland
Senate
Goldwaters
Morris
Big Mike
Arizona University
Southwest
Phoenix
Denizens of the Deep Gain Special Gourmet Attention
The article notes squid, long a sea curiosity, is gaining popularity on U.S. dinner tables. Los Angeles, a major squid port, ships millions of pounds yearly as canneries market frozen squid coast to coast.
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Los Angeles
Times-Post
Philippines
Andrew F. Bonacich
Star Kist
California
Southland
Letters to the Editor on presidential power and world fate
An English correspondent argues that American voters must consider the grave consequences of choosing a president with control over weapons capable of causing a global holocaust. He says public commentary is justified to prevent potential catastrophe and protect civilization.
Susskind- Merrick House Seats Tug of Tv Review
Critic David Susskind asked David Merrick for complimentary seats to Hello Dolly Merrick refused noting Susskind had criticized the show on television He offered seats for other productions Susskind co produces Kelly during talks Merrick finally agreed to review the musical with TV exposure and offered seats for it
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David Susskind
David Merrick
Dolly
Merrick
Kelly
Susskind
Dan Mennick
Joe Levine
Allergy skin tests and the limits of allergy detection
A doctor explains that skin tests help but cannot cover all potential allergens. Allergy involves sensitivities to many substances, with hay fever from inhaled pollens, contact dermatitis from touch, and food reactions. Outdoor comfort varies, and care includes avoidance and possible desensitization to reduce attacks.
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A.L
Burton signs Camelot release for JFK film at Democratic convention
Richard Burton secures a release to use his Camelot recording in the JFK film shown at the Democratic convention. His The Spy Who Came in From the Cold contract will make him the world’s highest paid actor, outstripping Elizabeth Taylor. Taylor may top him in Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Hal Holbrook stars opposite three leading ladies in Arthur Miller's After the Fall with Jennifer West Barbara Loden and Lanna Saunders. Porumbeanu in Westchester plans NY work to support his children and then a habeas corpus suit against Gambi's uncle over his Italy dispute.
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Richard Burton
Burton
Elizabeth Taylor
Miss Taylor
Virginia Woolf
Arthur Miller
Hal Holbrook
Quentin
Jennifer West
Barbara Loden
Lanna Saunders
Andre Porumbeanu
Westchester
New York
Gambi
Italy
Porumbeanu
War memories and Paris liberation's lingering glow
Hal Boyle recalls the 1944 liberation of Paris and the bittersweet reunion of veterans. The piece reflects on war's horrors and the fragile hope for peace, honoring Ernie Pyle and other fallen correspondents while noting how freedom briefly brightened the city and faded back into struggle.
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Overseas Press Club
New York
Paris
Ernie Pyle
Red’ Knickerbocker
Ernest Hemingway
A. J. Liebling
Clark Lee
Bob Capa
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