Calvary delays as Goldwater captured at convention
Across the convention floor reporters chronicle delays and demonstrations as delegates from Alabama to Louisiana back Goldwater. Hawaii and Kansas celebrate, while Scranton is nominated and the roll call continues long after sunset. The hall erupts when South Carolina grants Goldwater a decisive victory.
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Goldwater names Miller as running mate in unity push
Goldwater wins the GOP nomination and selects Rep. William E. Miller of New York as his vice presidential choice. He aims to unite the party despite some opposition led by Sen. Clifford Case and Gov. Scranton. Miller’s selection was anticipated and California leader Knowland to announce it.
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Burch Named New GOP Chairman After Meeting
Senator Barry Goldwater and state Republican chairs met in San Francisco to select Dean Burch, 37, of Tucson as the new national party chairman. William Miller will serve as vice presidential candidate, with Denis on Kitchel's earlier rumors noted.
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Europe Papers Apprehensive At Barry Choice
London AP reports Europe editors react to Barry Goldwater nomination with concern. Pravda and Western European papers attack the GOP standard bearer as reactionary. Stockholm Express Calls it a catastrophe. Daily Mirror mourns decency, while Evening Standard notes a possible Republican shift toward conservatism.
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Astronaut M. Scott Carpenter Injured in Bermuda Bike Crash
Houston AP bulletin reports astronaut M. Scott Carpenter suffered a compound fracture of his lower left arm in a Bermuda motorcycle accident on a gravel road. The Manned Spacecraft Center spokesman said few details are available, noting Bermuda was the Navy underwater chamber test site.
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Curtis Prediction Right Demonstration Impresses Delegates
San Francisco report on the Goldwater demonstration at the GOP convention ahead of the Dirksen nomination speech. Sen Carl Curtis predicts history while Dr Milton Eisenhower surveys the crowd. Kansas figures Mike Getto Mary Wilson and Richard Rogers show mixed support for Scranton and Goldwater.
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New York Stocks Close Up On Market Gain
New York markets end with the Dow closing up 1.2 percent as 60 stocks average 320.5 points higher due to broad gains across sectors.
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Bike Car and Motorcycle Crashes Spur City Warning
A spate of bicycle and motorcycle crashes on Lawrence streets this summer has police alarmed. Acting Chief Jim Collins warns drivers and riders to re-evaluate highway habits as several injuries, mostly minor, have occurred including a child struck near Edgewood Park and a rider hospitalized after a 11th and Conn. Sis. collision.
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Rex D Johnson in Republican Sheriff Primary Aug 1964
Republican primary race featured Rex D Johnson as a candidate for sheriff with leading campaign emphasis in August 1964. The brief political notice signals Johnson’s bid and electoral context.
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Weather continues warm in northeast Kansas with highs near 95
The forecast shows partly cloudy skies across northeast Kansas through Friday. South winds 15 to 25 mph diminish to moderate Friday night. Daytime highs reach mid to upper 90s with nighttime lows around 75. Temperature readings include 4 am, 10 am, noon, and 2 pm. Sunrise 5:08, sunset 7:46.
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Special Swim Toys and Swim Wear Sale Ad
An advertising note promotes special swim toys and swim wear with 11 3 off at Duckwalls. The short item signals a seasonal sale event and storewide discount.
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