Buddhist Crisis Threatens Diem Regime in South Viet Nam
Buddhist protests against the Catholic dominated government mount into a full scale crisis as monks set themselves on fire in Saigon. The unrest risks chaos and possible Communist exploitation amid U S involvement and Viet Cong pressure.
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South Vietnam
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Viet Nam
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Secrecy in Congress Rises in 1963 Study
A Congressional Quarterly analysis of open and closed hearings from Jan 9 to March 31 shows 39 percent of meetings were closed, the highest three month secrecy rate since 1951. Senate closed rate 40 percent, House 39 percent, with top secretive panels including Senate Armed Services and House Foreign Affairs. Cabinet briefings rise, President less accessible with six news conferences this year versus eleven last year. Norstad to receive honorary Yale LLB in 262nd commencement.
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Dillon
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Greek Premier Quits Over King’s London Visit
Greek Premier Constantine Caramanlis resigned after a royal- palace meeting ended in complete disagreement over King Paul’s decision to proceed with a state visit to Britain next month. The cabinet was summoned to relay the resignation amid weeks of wrangling between government and palace.
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Canadian Leader Urges U S Cooperation for Strong Ties
Canadian Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson urged American cooperation to strengthen relations between Canada and the United States. Speaking at Notre Dame to 1,450 graduates, he said both nations should emphasize common ground and handle differences as friends. He noted joint security and freedom depend on partnership. Pearson received an honorary degree from Rev. Theodore Hesburgh and other university officials.
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