Johnson Begins State Poverty Tour in Midwest swing
President and Mrs Johnson arrive in South Bend to launch a state poverty tour aimed at highlighting antipoverty programs. In Chicago he is feted at a $100 per plate Democratic dinner by thousands, pledging a broad victory for the party.
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Johnson Welcomed by Large Chicago Democratic Crowd
President Johnson toured Illinois Democrats amid a festive Chicago welcome. Six thousand guests packed a four hour dinner at the Conrad Hilton as Mayor Daley and Cook County Democrats organized signs and fireworks. Lady Bird Johnson joined in speeches while police kept security tight.
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New Nation Rebuff To Pro-Chinese in Zanzibar Merge
London AP reports Zanzibar declares a merger with Tanganyika a move seen as a rebuff to pro-Chinese foreign minister Sheikh Abdul Rahman Mohamemd Babu. Babu, a rising revolution leader, may face return ban amid Communist faction feuds with Moscow and Peking.
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Sheikh Abdul Rahman Mohamemd Babu
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Russia Sides With Cuba If U S Flights Denounced
Izvestia in Moscow states the Soviet Union will back Cuba against perceived U S flights over Cuba, calling for defense of Cuba’s sovereign rights under international law. The article, signed by Commentator, asserts Cuba’s inalienable right to take necessary measures amid a treacherous attack.
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Phouma Accepts Edicts By Rightwing Rebels
Premier Souvanna Phouma says his cabinet accepts conditions set by rightwing rebels for resolving the Lao crisis while coup leaders refuse to relinquish Vieng Chan capital control until a government they approve is formed. Rebels demand enlargement of the government with qualified rightwing personnel.
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Laos Coalition Falls Short In Vientiane Power Struggle
Prince Soavapnasad of the neutralist coalition accepts points from the demand but Gen Kouprasith Abhay says government continuity remains. Deputy Gen Siho Lamphouthakoul vows military control in Vientiane until a new government is formed. The Pathet Lao, controlling much of the army, must approve any deal at Khang Khay where Prince Souvannouvong has sheltered amid a 14 month boycott.
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Today's Chuckle First horseback ride brightens mood
A lighthearted note says there’s nothing like the first horseback ride to lift spirits and improve a day, capturing a simple joy in farm life.
Rube Goldberg Leaves Cartoons After 59 Year Career
New York AP reports Rube Goldberg draws his last cartoon at age 81 ending a 59 year career. He will devote full time to a new line of work after contributions from Boob McNutt and Mike and Ike to political cartoons since 1938 with a Pulitzer Prize in 1948.
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Leaders Hope Rights Bill To Accelerate Now
In Washington the Senate debates on civil rights bill move forward as leaders file a jury trial amendment. Mansfield and Dirksen prepare to introduce the substitute amid 39 days of impasse with Humphrey and Kuchel signaling rising optimism for a resolution within days.
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Everett M. Dirksen
Hubert H. Humphrey
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Thomas H Kuchel
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UN Cypriot Force Ready For Violence Near Nicosia
In Cyprus a Turkish Cypriot man Hassan Rabbin aged 65 was shot dead outside Nicosia as UN peacekeepers brace for renewed violence. Gunfire continued in Ayios Theodoros amid a cease fire and Greek Cypriots clashed with British soldiers in Nicosia.
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McNamara Announces 63 Base Closures and Merges
Defense Secretary McNamara unveils 63 actions closing or consolidating bases depots and arsenals to save an estimated 68 million dollars yearly. The plan aims to cut 1,600 civilian jobs and 6,000 military assignments, release 96,000 acres, and sell industrial plants while preserving military effectiveness.
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Private phone probe tied to Ohio Lt. Governor
Ohio auditors aide says state paid over 90 dollars for a private line in Lt. Gov. John W. Brown's office connecting him to Atkinson and Briscoe. Brown, who works part time for the firm, faces Democratic criticism after disclosing the link used to promote a 500 million highway bond issue ahead of the May 5 primary.
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John W. Brown
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Franklin 4. Kropp
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James A. Rhodes
Last Of The Train Robbers Says Crime Doesn’t Pay
William L. Carlisle the last West train robber lies dying of cancer in Coatesville Pennsylvania. Once earned 1023.32 for robberies after a 1916 Oregon Washington Limited raid he was pardoned in 1947 and later changed his life becoming a librarian and hotel owner. He reflects on a better life since leaving crime and says he would not do it again.
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