McGovern announces top advisers for campaign
Senator George McGovern unveiled his core campaign team during a Sylvan Lake news conference in the Black Hills. Jean Westwood will direct national efforts, Lawrence O'Brien will focus on unity and relationships, Eugene Pokorny will lead Illinois, Gary Hart will run national operations, with Frank Mankiewicz as top political adviser and regional coordinators guiding west central and eastern regions. McGovern plans a modest August grace period before Labor Day campaign ramp up with Eagleton joining as running mate.
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South Vietnamese make gains on two fronts in Vietnam fighting
South Vietnamese troops advanced to the walls of Quang Tri Citadel in the north and repelled into a central coast district town. Paratroopers faced heavy artillery and breaches, with substantial casualties noted. Meanwhile American jets struck Hani, lighting a battery plant and causing explosions as the air war continued.
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Eagleton Agnew Trade Barbs Ahead of Campaign Start
Washington AP report on Democratic and Republican vice presidential rivals trading barbs as the 1972 campaign looms. Agnew criticizes Democratic stances on amnesty draft and marijuana while Eagleton debuts sharp rebuttals on ABC and seeks Meany talks. Jean Westwood says Democratic telethon raised far less than forecast, debt remains but better overall finances. McGovern pledges to keep forces in Southeast Asia and pursue Vietnam briefing. Connally distances from GOP congressional hopefuls, calling McGovern an ideological splinter.
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Local couple welcomes son in Selma hospital delivery
Brian Michael Robb S. Set. and Mrs. Eddie J. Robb of Selma Ala are the parents of a son Brian Michael born Saturday at New Vaughan Memorial Hospital in Selma. Sgt. Robb is stationed at Craig Air Force Base near Selma with grandparents listed in Selma Columbia Tampa and Tampa.
Winds Clear Foul Air From Cities
A mass of hot stagnant air from the Northeast weakened as winds moved south and west. Washington remained on pollution alert while New York City reported an improved smog level, and Ohio lifted its alert allowing some plants to operate. Commuters were urged to limit car use and officials anticipated possible continued improvement.
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Waterloo minister pays war tax after protest
Rev Robert L Smith and wife Audrey, of Waterloo Iowa, had withheld the war tax part of their June 15 estimated payment in protest of Vietnam. They now sent in the missing portion and asked about interest and penalties. Their note cited hope for an end to the war this fall and mentioned a son who works for the IRS in Kansas City.
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Gallup Poll Shows Nixon Youth Vote
Gallup poll analyzes young voters in 18 to 24 age group across registration status and college attendance. Nixon leads among nonregistered youths while McGovern leads among registered and college students, with undecided small percentages. pollists note timing caveats and potential impact on overall presidency race. Rip Van Winkle theater scene closes.
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Truck Fire Kills Driver in Missouri Crash
A 59 year old Fulton man died when his dump truck overturned on Route 1 north of Millersburg and caught fire while hauling gravel. Investigators said another Fulton resident tried to rescue him, but the heat prevented extraction.
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American Legion Names Missouri Commanders at Convention
Joseph W. Kist 51 Festus elected Missouri department commander at convention close. Mrs Everett Struckhoff of Washington chosen state auxiliary president.
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