Choosing a Vice Presidential nominee in the 1960s
The piece argues that nations' interests are rarely central in VP selections. It notes key factors like campaign ability and ticket balancing, lists Kennedy Harris McKeithen Muskie Connally Percy Hatfield Reagan and others as discussed runners, and reflects on long standing norms and the 1968 outlook.
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Nixon Uses Wit in Political Year Humor
The piece notes humor aids politics and cites Richard Nixon adopting witty rhetoric. It highlights his quip about being over-nominated and under-elected and suggests the line eases opponents' attacks by portraying him as a perpetual loser.
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Nixon
Nomi
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Credit cards expand buying reach but demand cash later
The Associated Press notes that credit cards let buyers purchase many items now, yet a reminder remains that eventually payment by cash or check arrives, highlighting the gap between access and settlement.
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Associated Press
Teenage spenders drive booming market in 1950s economy
Teenagers form a fast growing consumer bloc with billions spent yearly. Businesses court teen shoppers from rock shows to charge accounts while risking neglecting other big spenders, notably the parents who supply most of the money.
Wallace and McCarthy Gain in Discontented Voter Appeal
The piece analyzes rising support for George Wallace and Eugene McCarthy as discontented voters view them as voicing key issues. Wallace emphasizes restoring law and order and strong police action, while McCarthy attracts those seeking an end to U.S. involvement in Vietnam. It notes Nixon Rockefeller and Humphrey lack clear programs, aiding Wallace and McCarthy in polls.
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Readers debate wartime policy and American values
Ella Burnett of Sundown urges Johnson to explain to his daughter the costs of freedom in a time of Vietnam War tension. She defends U S actions against Communist aggression, argues for strong borders and faith, and warns of a future shaped by intruders and lost freedoms.
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Vietnam
America
Ella Burnett
Rhodes Prudent Host At Governors Conference Shows Political Skill
Rhodes shapes National Governors Conference pace and moves to back Johnson while steering debate away from Vietnam peace talks. He weighs Nixon or Rockefeller support as GOP nominee with Ohio's 58 delegates key to potential first ballot outcome.
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Nebraska
Norbert Tiemann
Indiana
Roger Branigan
Nixon
Reagan
Rockefeller
Jim Rhodes
Ohio
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Rhodes
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North Dakota
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Paris
Maryland
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Agnew
Michigan
George Romney
Romney
Miller hostage proposal stirs debate on cease fire
In a provocative suggestion during the heat of the season, Arthur Miller proposes exchanging 2000 American mothers and children for North Vietnamese captives to secure a cease fire. The piece questions selection, sanctions, and potential punishments if deals fail, urging Miller to return to playwriting.
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Washington
Arthur Miller
Miller
North Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh
Hanoi
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Babylon
Nebuchadnezzar
Adolf Hitler
Johnson
Vietnam
Democrats flag strategic moves in Nixon Reagan fight
Gibson D. Kemp argues Democrats use tactics to panic Republicans into a Rockefeller candidacy against Humphrey or Kennedy. He warns sympathy for Kennedy may backfire and notes Wallace could decisively influence or even determine the election outcome amid possible riots this summer and fall.
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Taft warns on cost limits and not police state tactics
In Washington Senator Taft pledges to seek cost-of-living curbs without police state methods and says price control and rationing will not work in peacetime. In New Haven a federal judge upholds the Taft Hartley Act ban on union political spending. In Rochester Johnny Antonelli signs with the Boston Braves for 55000 after eight clubs pursued him. he pitches a no hit no run exhibition for scouts.
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Washington
Taft
Ohio
Congress
America
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Conn
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N. Y
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Roth proposal would catalog federal grant programs
Rep William V Roth urges an annual federal grant catalog updated monthly to map and unify the sprawling aid system. He says more than 20 billion dollars a year funds grants yet information is scattered and duplication waste persists. The plan aims to help states cities universities find funds and curb overlaps.
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William V. Roth
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Washington
Wall Street Journal
Catch Teen Cosmetics Boom Drives Quick In-Store Sales
Estelle Michelle, an eight year Kresge veteran in New York, says teen shoppers 12 to 17 years old account for about half of cosmetic sales. She advises eye catching end features and new lipstick shades to spark quick group purchases and tips on staying current with teen fads.
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