Talks in Paris Signal Slow Vietnam Negotiation Pace
After North Vietnam accepted talks, a Paris meeting is agreed but progress may be slow. Hanoi will set pace, possibly with harsh demands that delay real bargaining. Observers note signs of both desire for armistice and ongoing U.S. insistence on a neutral site, with patience and firmness urged at home.
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Johnson
Paris
Hanoi
North Vietnam
South Vietnam
U.S
Warsaw
Kaesong
Charles de Gaulle
Vietnam
Fiscal Breakthrough Needed to Clear Tax Spending Logjam in Congress
The article notes a potential move to couple the Senate tax surcharge with the House spending plan as Chairman Mills calls a Monday Ways and Means meeting. The plan seeks a 4 billion dollar reduction next year and 10 billion from pending requests, with an 8 billion rescission next January, amid a broader deficit crisis and a Treasury six percent note issue to raise 11 billion.
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Congress
Wilbur D. Mills
House
Ways and Means
House- Senate
Senate
George H. Mahon
Eee
Appropriations Committee
Treasury
U.S
Old practice of wire tapping long familiar in politics
Political writers still call wire tapping a new device. Listening to others’ conversations is not new. The old fashioned party line telephone reminds that this practice has long existed.
Eight men loom in May 14 mayor and council race
The article notes eight candidates for mayor and four council seats draw primary fallout and potential runoffs after the April municipal results. It forecasts aggressive campaigning as contenders like W D Rogers Jr, Ray Diekemper, Lonnie Hollingsworth, Gene Anderson, Denton Rigsby, Bob Brown, Moe Turner and W E Medlock vie for mayor and Places 2, 3 and 4 as voters choose between competing personalities and issues.
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W. D. Rogers, Jr
Ray J. Diekemper
Lonnie F. Hollingsworth
Gene Anderson
Denton Rigsby
R. P
Bob) Brown
Morris W
Moe) Turner
W. E. Medlock
US Faces Fresh Crisis Over Vietnam Peace Talks
Asian nations fear a face saving deal that would allow the National Liberation Front to play a role in Vietnam peace negotiations. The United States may be pressured to withdraw and risk a Communist takeover. Thieu warns coalition talks would topple his Saigon government. officials refuse to include the NLF or Alliance in negotiations.
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Asia
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National Liberation Front
Vietnam
South Vietnam
Malaysia
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Eugene J. McCarthy
Johnson
NLF
Nguyen van Thieu
South Vienam
Saigon
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U. S. News & World Report
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Liberation Front
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Alliance of National, Democratic and Peace Forces
Hanoi
Department
Robert J. McCloskey
Alliance
Portland
Bobby
Kennedy
McNamara
Robert Kennedy
Living in a land of milk and honey on Broadway
A fragmented column mocks modern romance and domestic ideals, citing a PlainSman joke about maidens and suitors, then shifts to political and military commentary. It notes government money needs and a Fulbright McCarthy Kennedy line urging action, and ends with a stray thought about a contortionist.
McCarthy likely to join Humphrey as race heats up
McCarthy resists withdrawal and hints at potential role for him and Humphrey, possibly as Secretary of State, amid Pennsylvania gains. The piece notes long-standing Minnesota ties, mutual respect, and strategic flirtation between Humphrey and McCarthy with Dallas and Texas campaign finance observations, plus gubernatorial race costs and ballot referenda concerns.
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Washington
Hubert Humphrey
Sen
Gene McCarthy
Minnesota
Chicago
McCarthy
Humphrey
Bobby Kennedy
Humphrey-McCarthy
Lyndon Johnson
Jack Kennedy
Senate
Kennedy
Texas
Preston Smith
Taft Leads Stassen In Ohio Delegates Battle
Scattered returns show Robert A. Taft leading Harold E. Stassen 14 to 9 for Ohio Republican presidential delegates. Lubbock County Republicans name two states to the state convention after a near clash. Rep. Allen proposes a volunteer bonus plan to boost armed forces. Lamesa approves a $100000 bond issue for water and sewer system expansion.
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Lubbock Morning Avalanche
Columbus
Ohio
Robert A. Taft
Harold E. Stassen
Lubbock County
Lamesa
Kennedy age of scandal and missing Brumus dog
A sweeping critique targets Robert F Kennedy and entourage as Indiana voters are told of late political missteps. The piece mocks Kennedys family and staff while noting Brumus the dog is absent and McNamara testimony runs parallel with Portland Maine remarks.
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Indiana
Robert F. Kennedy
Ethel
Bobby
Jean
Pat
Eunice
Ted
Joan
Rose
Longfellow
Paul Revere
Brumus
Defense
Robert S. McNamara
Edsel
Heis
McNamara
Eliza
Portland
Maine
Steam Cars Ahead or Rail Freight Light Years Away
A guest editorial notes Senate Commerce Committee hearings on steam driven autos as a potential alternative to gasoline engines. Critics warn of added weight water and coal costs licensing fees and coaling stations. The piece suggests steam may suit rail propulsion for long distance freight.
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Senate Commerce Committee
Fort Worth
Beloit College President Urges Social Action
Beloit College president Miller Upton declares it is time for ordinary doers to stand up for change, emphasizing achievement over wealth or authority and calling for proactive effort from all segments of society.
Plaid Jaguar Seeks High Society Image At Denver Drive‑in
A Denver drive‑in restaurant renamed from Scotchman Motor Restaurant to Plaid Jaguar and billed itself as The Country Club of Motor Restaurants. It kept Scottish decor and upgraded food and staff to attract adults, raising average order value from 95 cents to 1.05. Half of customers are now adults.
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Denver
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