McGovern Muskie clash looms in California showdown
Miami Beach reports on the California primary battle within the Democratic convention as George McGovern and Edmund Muskie jockey for influence. Rules by Lawrence O'Brien shape the floor test with potential shifts in delegates and a long night ahead for the party.
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Lawrence F. O'Brien
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Humphrey Attends Texas Delegates Reception Amazes Crowd
Senator Hubert Humphrey made a surprise visit at a Texas delegates reception hosted by Governor Dolph Briscoe in the DuPont Plaza Hotel Miami Beach. About 500 people, largely Texas delegates and spouses, greeted him warmly as bands played regional songs.
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World population to hit 7.4 billion by 2000 says UN
United Nations Statistical Yearbook reports 1970 world population at about 3.6 billion doubling by 28 years if growth continues at 2 percent. The yearbook also notes global GNP growth outpaced population rise in the 1960s and provides regional figures for Europe Africa and the Americas.
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British Vessel Ripped By Mine Off Vietnam Coast
The British freighter London Statesman, 7,862 tons, was rocked by a mine off the South Vietnamese coast near Nha Trang. It requested immediate assistance as eight US Air Force Phantom fighters engaged the explosion amid a broader clash involving MIGs north of Saigon. No further details.
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Three MIGs Downed In Dogfight Amid Air Battles
U S forces report nine waves of B52 bombers dropping nearly 700 tons on suspected North Vietnamese troop positions around Quang Tri City. The strikes aimed to halt reinforcements as Paratroopers attacked, with clashes near My An and a repair depot near Hanoi. One American aircraft was lost and crew rescued.
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Building Dedication Honors Dr Holden At Tech Museum
Friends and former students packed the Tech museum Sunday to dedicate a building and unveil a bronze bust of Dr William Holden a longtime museum director and history professor emeritus at Tech. A Tech resolution praised his more than 30 years of service and a legislative measure noted his great distinction with Mrs Felden in serving Lubbock and Texas.
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City Man Recalls First Pony and Boots Big Moments for Youth
A reminiscence from a city man highlights a youngster’s milestones with a first pony and a pair of boots. The narrative recalls early experiences, family memories, and a sense of pride in simple achievements.
Texas Backers Seek To Weaken McGovern At Convention
Texas delegates aligned with Wallace and Humphrey plan to seat a California delegation to dilute McGovern's support. A Texas survey shows 95 to 97 of 130 delegates favor the move, aiming to shift momentum as credentials are decided on the convention floor. Paul Ravenholt warned Texans that McGovern is using a unit rule similar to 1988 to bind California delegates.
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Briscoe declines to back Mc Govern forces in key states
Texas gubernatorial candidate Dolph Briscoe says he is uncommitted and will vote against Mc Govern's forces in California and Illinois primaries. Briscoe met Humphrey privately but refused to endorse, stating he will not commit to a delegation. The report also notes a separate Paris Istanbul air collision story with broad passenger mix.
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Prayer Message Urges Divine Help for Worries
A brief prayer fragment asks God to take away worry and fear, seeking comfort and divine aid in daily life. The language suggests a personal, informal devotional note addressed to Father.
Get It On Debate Sparks Park Smoke-In Clash
In Miami Beach a Zipple smoke-in under a rubber tree in Flamingo Park triggers a clash as hundreds of youths pass joints while a group of elderly women protest. An exchange erupts with sharp retorts about health and youth culture. Page 10.
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