Congress seals Powell seating amid accusations of misused funds
The House approved Adam Powell's seating by a 251 to 160 vote after a $25,000 fine in a deal seen as a cynical compromise. Powell faced prior fraud and forgery charges over thousands in government funds, though he returns to Congress while critics decry the harm to the body's reputation and to members who opposed seating. Rep. George H. Mahon of Lubbock was among the 160 voting against seating.
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Kennedy's Move Elevates Edward Kennedy to Senate Majority Whip
The victory of Edward Kennedy over Russell Long for majority whip signals a bold rise from back bench to influential front tier. Analysts cite Kennedy work ethic and trusted ties with colleagues, while noting Democratic aims toward 1972 presidential contention amid a changing Senate dynamic.
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Oregon paper faults claim that Communists spark campus turmoil
The Oregon paper notes broad student protests irritate many but says attributing turmoil to Communists is unfashionable. It cites Gus Hall, general secretary of the American Communist Party, as asserting Communists on campuses and involved in protests.
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Ben Barnes Seeks Dominance in Texas Inaugural Row
Lt. Gov-elect Ben Barnes asked Robert Goulet to sing at the Texas governor’s inaugural dinner, but Gov-elect Preston Smith opposed the choice, preferring country acts. The clash signals Barnes’s push to control state government and the party, with potential for a national profile if a Texan joins a future ticket.
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Guideposts Won’t Curb Inflation Says Cabinet Panel
Washington reports a Cabinet committee set up by President Johnson on February 23 1968 urges wage and price guideposts to fight inflation. It notes 1968 inflation of about 4.7 percent and warns that voluntary targets are weak while government spending remains high.
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Older Drivers Prove Safer, More Honest in AP Study
The Associated Press reports a five year study of drivers over 55 showing they are better insurance risks and less likely to lie on claims. Older motorists drive less during peak times and after dark, and keep older cars in good condition, countering ageist views.
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Dangers Must Be Recognized If End Comes In Vietnam
The article argues about what an end to the Vietnam War might look like in 1990. It discusses a slower war, possible U.S. troop withdrawal, and a potential international presence to supervise peace. Henry Kissinger warns a sudden Saigon setback could destabilize the region and U.S. domestic politics.
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Shanghai Communists Press Terms for Peace to Surrender
Disjointed wire copy reports in Shanghai that Chinese Communist broadcasts claim peace terms demand total surrender by Chiang Kai-Shek regime. The fragmentary item mixes names and local notes with resignation mentions and unsettled school references.
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Alarm Bell Over Vietnam War Costs By Kennedy
Henry J. Taylor argues the Kennedy era budget and debt data reveal deliberate misrepresentation of Vietnam war costs. He alleges McNamara Johnson and the Budget Office concealed true outlays, inflating deficits and debt while employing accounting tricks to mislead Congress and taxpayers.
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New Item Demand Shapes Grocery Shopping Habits
A Progressive Grocer study shows 72 percent of shoppers value new items and 48 percent will switch stores if a favorite new product is out of stock. Only 3 percent would accept a substitute, highlighting the high cost of stockouts for retailers.
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