Debate Over Viet Nam Policy Persists Amid Criticism
The piece argues that the Johnson administration and key officials over respond to Viet Nam critiques. It notes Sen. Robert F. Kennedy and Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey as focal points of political sparring while urging steadier leadership. The core message: avoid endless partisan debates and focus on solving the Vietnam problem.
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Allen Duckworth Dies In Dallas Longtime Dallas Morning News political writer
Allen Duckworth died yesterday in Dallas. He long served the Dallas Morning News as a political writer shaping coverage of Texas politicians across two generations. Known as The Judge for his whet humor he remained steady amid political ups and downs and will be missed by readers politicians and fellow reporters statewide.
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Three Astronauts Die in Space Program Tragedy
The deaths of Astronauts Charles Bassett Elliot Lee and Theodore Freeman underline the dangers of spaceflight. Bassett and Lee perished in a routine T-38 landing at Saint Louis after a fog miscalculation, while Freeman died when a goose struck his windscreen. Freeman had earlier fallen victim to a bird strike. Bassett is remembered as a Lubbock resident and Texas Tech graduate, and the nation honors the trio's contributions.
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Culture In Poland Stamp Honors Stir Controversy
Postmaster General Lawrence F. O'Brien announced three new commemorative stamps. One salutes the Marine Corps Reserve, another backs Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson's America Beautiful program, and a 1000 year culture in Poland issue provokes eyebrow raises amid Cold War politics. The administration argues it promotes freedom while noting strong Polish American voting and stamp profits for the deficit-ridden Post Office.
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We the People Are the Government Says a Columnist
A columnist argues that publics sense of governance collapses the we we versus they divide. The piece warns taxpayers fund all government actions and that receiving handouts without paying is illusion. It notes income tax filing and comments on modern children's behavior.
Appetites Of Less Developed Areas Exceed U S Capacity
Ruth Montgomery analyzes U S food aid amid rising deficits. He warns aid alone won t end hunger as population climbs in Asia Africa and Latin America while Red China expands production and birth control efforts. President Johnson calls for self-help alongside aid to avoid disaster.
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Caribbean Headache for Dominican Republic President
Washington officials fret over Hector Garcia Godoy as the Dominican provisional president toggles between the military and the far left. A signed promissory note barring exile of military leaders was torn up under pressure, raising fears of a plea for U.S. and Brazilian troops to intervene as time runs out to stabilize the country.
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Foot Loose Caps Off Latin Crisis On Capitol Hill
The piece surveys a pattern of public foot in mouth remarks by U S political figures from Eisenhower to Dewey and Truman highlighting the volatile era. It also analyzes Dominican leader Garcia Godoy facing military resistance and the possible role of the Inter American Peace Force to stabilize Santo Domingo before elections.
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Purge of 100000 in Japan seen by MacArthur orders
Memory Lane recounts MacArthur purge estimates for up to 100000 Japanese to be swept into political discard. Paris reportage notes Franco regime opposition actions as Spain and France react to American backed bid. Washington reveals a wartime ice carrier concept and city bonds sale details.
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Offhand Thoughts on Civilization and Utopia
A pointed quip contrasts a society with harsh loan practices to an ideal realm where illness never disrupts daily life. The author uses sharp satire to question notions of progress and comfort. The piece blends social critique with a wry, aphoristic tone.
Tax Myth Is Revived by Henry J Taylor Opinion
Henry J Taylor ridicules the tax inflation link arguing higher taxes do not curb inflation and instead fuel it. He claims government spending and debt rise, hurting workers as prices and wages climb, and labels the tax inflation claim as political hokum. He urges reducing avoidable needs to avoid tax hikes.
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Dangerous Cargo Rules Urged After California Fogpile
In the Oceanside fog disaster a parked dangerous cargo truck sparked a multi vehicle crash involving three gasoline tankers. Officials urge tighter Texas rules to halt dangerous material haulers from main highways in bad weather.
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A reader defends large city police dog use and praises Secretary Freeman for addressing farm welfare, then asks what the writer wanted to say about Mr Freeman. The letter contrasts policing strategy with agricultural policy and civic benefit.
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