Nixon Victory Seals Election After National Rally
President-elect Richard M. Nixon pledged to unite the nation in his first post election remarks in New York. He emphasized openness to ideas and critics as he prepared to meet Dwight D. Eisenhower and head to Washington with Pat Nixon and daughters. The day closed with Nixon holding a solid electoral lead and plans for a European trip before taking office.
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Real Nixon to Emerge From Battle In Washington
United Press International reports Nixon’s victory loosens restraints and promises a tougher, more disciplined campaign style. Observers note his past defeats shape caution yet expect him to act as a strong organizer and decisive leader despite impulsive moments under fire.
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Nixon and Pat Nixon Celebrate Victory at Waldorf Astoria
President-elect Richard M. Nixon and his wife Pat smiled warmly at the Waldorf Astoria in New York as Nixon thanked supporters after his campaign victory. The scene captured a moment of relief and celebration in the wake of the election.
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Nixon wins Lubbock County by record margin in 1968 vote
Final unofficial counts show Nixon with 25 598 to Humphrey 15 388 and Wallace 9 074 in Lubbock County. Across 32 South Plains counties a record 207 895 ballots were cast with Nixon leading Humphrey and Wallace. Returns were to be canvassed by the Commissioners Court at 9 a.m. today.
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No Trace Found Of Dr Eidinoff
Authorities reported no leads in the search for Dr Harold Eidinoff a former El Paso physician involved in a bizarre West Texas incident nearly a decade ago Eidinoff aged 59 was found sane recently after being held at Rusk State Mental Hospital since the 1958 stay he slipped away from an attendant Monday after a court hearing at the Cherokee County courthouse
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Horoscope and TV Logs Fill Busy Page 8
The page covers horoscopes for readers, a TV logs section detailing listings, and a columnist note. It highlights upcoming programs and astrological predictions with concise, period-voiced blurbs for daily guidance.
Uncompleted County Vote Count After Long Election Night
Election returns were not completed until 6 a.m. Wednesday as exhausted workers finished tallying 91 073 ballots across 48 precincts. Preston Smith won in his hometown with 34 446 votes while Paul Eggers had 14 266. Nixon’s vote drew keen attention as results rolled in.
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County Eyes Voting Machines For 1970 Elections
In Lubbock County delays in ballot counting highlighted by County Judge Rodrick Shaw as judges to dawn and a precinct’s results arriving late. Officials expect possible use of voting machines by the 1970 general election amid split ticket voting and 14 amendments.
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Republicans Shrug Off Losses as Democrats Hold Congress
Republicans gain at least four Senate seats and four House seats but fail to overturn Democratic control in Washington. Morse trails in Oregon as the Senate stands 58D-42R, with Democrats maintaining a 243-192 edge in the House. The result marks Nixon’s presidency entering with the opposition party in Congress.
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Nobody Would Listen Ill Mother Loses Frantic Battle
Judy Vokes recalls her 22 year old brother Army Spec Frank J Vokes dying in Vietnam after failed efforts to keep him near home to care for their widowed mother. Telegrams to Washington numbered over 50 as she criticized draft board and Army reluctance.
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Nixon Factor Enters Talks in Paris as Talks Suspend
Nixon's election does not alter the Paris peace process as expanded talks remain indefinitely suspended. Observers expect his first moves to involve consulting Johnson on how to handle the four party process. Thieu refuses to participate fully, balking at Viet Cong delegation access and insisting talks proceed only with the North Vietnamese presence.
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Prayer for Strength and Mercy from Mrs Amos Pate
A brief prayer request asks for God's ample ministry of spirit and mercy during grief and despair. The message notes belief in God's great and sufficient love and is signed by Mrs. Amos Pate of Littlefield.
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Texas Democrats claim slim Humphrey edge in 1964 state vote
Final statewide totals show Hubert Humphrey leading Nixon 1,255,662 to 1,198,232 with George Wallace third as Texas completes 254 counties. Lt. Gov. Preston Smith defeats Paul Exers for governor while Democrats retain 20 congressional seats and key statewide offices. Johnson of the Texas Election Bureau expects final tallies to rise.
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