Bentsen Entry Likely Good News for Texas Primary
An announcement that Lloyd Bentsen Jr. of Houston will oppose Senator Ralph Yarborough in the Democratic Primary is seen as favorable. It promises real opposition to Yarborough and could force him to broaden his appeal, while potentially pitting Yarborough against George Bush in a rematch if he wins renomination.
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Dave Mr. Bentsen Jr
Houston
Ralph Yarborough
U.S
Rio Grande Valley
Yarborough
Lkelihood
George Bush
Texas
Bentsen
John Connally
Senate
Edirok
Avalanche-Journal
Louisiana
Traide
St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital
Denton Coley
Jehovah Witnesses
Mended Hearts, Inc
Flag Emblems and Police Attitudes Stir Mixed Reactions
Column argues a New York City flag emblem incident with Patrolman Dolan reflects partisan rifts over Vietnam and police symbolism. It contrasts Cincinnati and Lubbock practices, urges local determination, and supports respect for the flag and police while calling the episode fantastic and foolish.
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Cincinnatic
Tay Ao
Imaun
Niven
Lubbock
New York City
Edward Kiernan
Patrolman’s Benevolent Association
Dolan
Referendum '70 Seeks to Rewrite Congressional Votes
The article casts Referendum '70 as a liberal coalition led by John Kenneth Galbraith aiming to turn congressional elections into a war referendum. It labels the group as an intellectual nuisance and credits leaders like Galbraith with Harvard ties and past advisory roles. It notes tensions with Democrats, Republicans, and independents over war policy and military power.
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Minh
Sen
Fred Harris
Oklahoma
John Kenneth Galbraith
Harvard University
John Kennedys
Americare For Democratic Action
Groupos da Coalition of
Associates
Campaiy Workers
Eugene McGarthy
Hubert Humphrey
Robert Kennedy
Galbraith
Pentagon
Agnew
U.S. Seeks Asia Peace Through Economic Aid and Cooperation
Article discusses Nixon era policy ideas focusing on economic development in Asia, Agnew’s tour, and U S plans to support smaller nations. It notes closer U S Japan ties, Okinawa withdrawal, Formosa backing, and potential Red China trade openness as paths to regional stability.
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United States
Vietnam
Soviet Union
Red
Asia
Nixon
Agnew
Europe
Japan
Tokyo
America
Red China
Peking
Okinawa
Formosa
China
High School Violence Surges Across Nation
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak report a nationwide rise in high school violence since Labor Day. Since September over 225 disruptions and 900 arrests by November 18 signal racial clashes, with injuries to students and teachers and arson risks.
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Berkeley
Watts
Labor Day
Black Panther Party
Democratic
Charleston
WO Va
Nevro
Stonewall Jackson High School
Milwaukee
Wis
Washington High School
Atlantic City
Atlantic City High School
Rainier Boeach
Settle
SDS
Black Panther
New York City
Albany
N.Y
Lima
Ohio
Freer
DNC Focuses on Economy Crime and Law and Order
A private DNC memo urges Democrats returning home for holidays to attack Nixon on economy spendin g priorities and crime rather than Vietnam. It cites polls showing Nixon’s strength on the war and warns next three months will be critical for Democratic officials to respond.
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Washington
Democratic National Committee
Vietnam
Nixon
DNC
Fred Harris
Tottack Nixon
Hubert Humphrey
Mark Shields
Peter Hart
Reality Ear Organization and Research
Harris
Life Magazine
Memory Lane: London backs China, Truman forecasts $1000 family rise
In a 1950 snapshot, Britain recognizes China's communist conquest affecting Asia’s front, President Truman discusses a prosperity boom with a projected $1000 per family rise over five years, lifting average income beyond $4000. In San Angelo, residents glimpse a “flying saucer” while amateur astronomer Frank Friend confirms Venus.
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Lubbock Morning Avalanche
London
Great Abrithan
China
Washington
Truman
Congress
San Angelo
Frank Friend
Venus
Earth
Jest For Fun Says Leaders Should Declare Collection
The Office Grouch suggests urban leaders break up hostile mobs by announcing a citywide collection over loudspeakers. Vignettes note a Cleaner Air Week luncheon and misc overheard chatter about returning to the office, with terse street observations.
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Don Dedera
Arizona Republic
Stanford BYU relations debate sparks student view
Stanford student Stephen G Tips defends the university ban on athletic ties with BYU arguing it expresses disapproval of the no priesthood doctrine while noting broad community support and potential for change if BYU revises its policy.
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Stanford
BYU
The
Avalanche Journal
Stanford University
Brigham Young University
University
Mormon Church
Stephen G Tipps
Readers urged to aid American POWs in Vietnam
A letter from Mrs. J. M. Daniels appeals to readers of the Avalanche-Tournal to contact foreign newspapers and nations that could influence North Vietnam. She seeks seven nations and locative papers, offering to supply addresses for those who call 79-0506, urging humane treatment for American POWs.
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Reader's Digest
Vietnam
Seven Nations
North Vietnam
J. M. Daniels
Hotline Promotions for Weekly Specials in Hardware Retail
A hardware retailer suggests using a private phone line with a tape message to air two or three weekly specials. Advertise in the decal newspaper and direct customers to call for the weekly price only. Avoid displaying sale prices in store and present the message as friendly home advice.
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