Silent march tribute to Dr King in Middletown gathering
Three Middletown clergymen lead a 3 p.m. silent march from Douglas Park to the City Building in tribute to slain Dr Martin Luther King Jr The event features a memorial service led by Rev Duane Sisson with Rev James Holloman delivering the eulogy Sponsors expect broad participation with participants wearing black armbands and hearts A Red Cross first aid unit will be at the City Building.
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Tom Kimbrough
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James Saunders
Harry Johnson
Charles Walker
Red Cross Mobile
9000 Troops Enter Ravaged Chicago During Crisis
The nation faced widespread violence as 9000 troops moved into Chicago after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. Maryland and Illinois governors declared states of crisis to support law enforcement while Washington DC, Baltimore, and other states saw looting, fires, and National Guard and federal troops deployed. Across Cook County hospitals, more than 200 were treated for gunshot or beating injuries.
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Johnson To Attend Funeral For King In Atlanta
The two day mourning for civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr began as President Lyndon Johnson planned to attend his funeral in Atlanta. Mrs King helped arrange the coffin and family friends viewed the body privately before a public procession. Rev Abernathy said up to 100000 were expected at Tuesday's services though no Washington confirmation yet.
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Explosion and Fire Kill 16 in Richmond Indiana Main Street
An explosion and fire on two blocks of Main Street Richmond Indiana injured more than 100 people and killed at least 16. State police say gunpowder exploded in a basement at Marting Arms Co. as rescuers remove debris. A National Guard morgue was set up and emergency crews race to treat the wounded at Reid Memorial Hospital.
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U S Invites Hanoi To Talk At Geneva
The White House said the United States proposed talks with North Vietnam in Geneva after direct diplomatic outreach. No official reply from Hanoi yet, but President Johnson arranged for roving ambassador W Averell Harriman to be available. State Department and White House aimed to clarify progress toward talks.
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Ten Boys Named as Finalists for Sebald Awards
Ten boys have been named as finalists in the 1968 Sebald Self-Reliance Awards competition. Sen Eugene McCarthy is featured as a poetic candidate appealing to college students, while Richard Nixon is portrayed as a revived political figure. Page 37.
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Oscar Awards Postponed Due to King Death
Hollywood AP reports the Academy postponed the Oscar ceremony for the first time in 40 years because of national mourning following the death of Martin Luther King Jr. The ceremony will move to Wednesday at 7 p.m. with no Governors Ball this year.
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Weekend Weather Outlook With Warmer Temperatures
Sunny skies and warmer temperatures are forecast for today with highs in the 60s. Nighttime remains warm but turning cloudy with a chance of showers late tonight or Monday.
Dayton Firemen Reject Offer
About 300 Dayton firemen rejected a city contract offering 4.7 percent pay rise and a one hour work week cut. They seek a 6.6 percent raise and two hour reduction. The rejection came at Local 136 IAFF meeting. Police were to review a new wage proposal next day.
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Chuckle Success Is Relative And Its Reach
A wry remark notes that growing success often expands the circle of relatives and close ties, suggesting fame brings both influence and obligations within family and kin networks. The line frames success as inherently social and personal, highlighting the cost and gain of wider recognition.
President Johnson postpones address to Congress
The White House said President Johnson will not speak to a joint session Monday night and a new date has not been set. Press secretary George Christian cited Tuesday's funeral for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Atlanta as the reason for the delay after talks with Capitol Hill leaders. Johnson previously urged constructive action in this hour of national need. Christian gave no decision on Johnson's attendance at the King funeral.
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