Postmaster General Watson Confirmed By Senate
The Senate confirms W. Marvin Watson as postmaster general succeeding Lawrence O'Brien. The move ends O'Brien's term as he pivots to support Robert Kennedy's presidential bid. Watson will lead the Post Office without political portfolio, potentially freeing the department from partisan campaigns.
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Senate
W. Marvin Watson
Lawrence F. O'Brien
Sen
Ernest F. Hollings
O'Brien
Robert F. Kennedy
Watson
White House
Post Office
FDA Under Fire Over Drug Testing Standards
Senate testimony by Dr. William M. O'Brien criticizes the FDA for potentially releasing a rheumatoid arthritis drug with inadequate testing. He warns such failure could cause severe illness and urges maintaining strict safety standards to protect public health.
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Food and Drug Administration
FDA
William M. O'Brien
University of Virginia Medical School
Senate
LeClair case sparks campus fallout and policy critique
A Barnard College student living off campus with a Columbia student prompts national coverage and campus backlash. Authorities focus on her false housing form rather than conduct, while debate rages over morality, tenure fairness, and the future of marriage and the sexual code.
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Linda LeClair
Barnard College
New York
Peter Behr
Columbia
New York Times
Miss LeClair
Barnard
Lage
Desdemona
LeClair
Max Lerner
Clothing drive aids Vietnamese children and blood donation urged
Local groups launch a denominational clothing drive for South Vietnam children with drop-off sites at five fire stations and several downtown venues. Donations, pickups by calling 422 4781, will be shipped via Diamond National and Packaging to New York for Catholic Relief Service. Also urged is blood donation for Billy Joe Carroll at Children’s Hospital.
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Hamilton
South Vietnam
Jim Martz
Joe Blose
Oxford Ave
Vietnam
Manchester Motor Inn
YMCA
Knights of Columbus
Rink’s
McGee’s
Kroger’s
N. University Boulevard
Liberal
McAlpin’s
Ferguson's van Lines
Cincinnati
New York
Catholic Relief Service
Billy Joe Carroll
Sherman School
Billy Joe
Chester Carroll
Waite St
Children’s Hospital
Federal Reserve Chief Warns of Deepening 1968 Financial Crisis
William McChesney Martin warned of the worst financial crisis since 1931 as lawmakers face a pending tax bill and budget cuts. Analysts foresee gold revaluation and a worsening U.S. balance of payments in early 1968, with politics delaying decisive action before the election.
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Washington
William McChesney Martin
Federal Reserve Board
Martin
Congress
U. S
Inflation Fears and Gold Price Move Debate
The article argues budget cuts and tax hikes could curb inflation and maintain dollar confidence. It notes public opinion against an early tax increase and suggests frank public communication about potential crises if prompt action is not taken. Experts weigh whether raising gold prices immediately would help.
Middletown Ohio Newspaper Subscription Rates Noted
The Journal published daily by News Journal Inc lists subscription rates for various delivery options. Rates include 19c per weekday, 15c Sunday, 60c weekly via route, 15.00 yearly by mail in trading areas, 24.00 outside trading area, and 38.00 outside the USA with advance payment required.
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News Journal, Inc
Broad
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Middletown
Ohio
U.sa
Meaning Of Black Power In The Editor Letter
Readers discuss what Black Power means beyond race, stressing pride and equal opportunity. They note MLK hoped it spurred democracy and politics, while Cleveland mayor Carl Stokes supports its nonviolent aims and inclusion. The piece also profiles Mercury staff involvement in journalism workshops and student achievements.
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Martin Luther King
Carl Stokes
Cleveland
James Holloman
United Missionary Baptist Church
Middletown
Sheriff Race Opens as Voters Seek Best Candidate
With the primary election nearing, interest in the sheriff's race grows as voters weigh who can do the best job. Debates swirl on party advantage versus serving the people, as the field remains wide open for nomination.
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Sheriff's Department
Letter On Crime Speaks For People
Mrs. R W Redden of 519 Boylston St compliments Mrs. W L Perkins of Somerville for a Journal letter titled Crime is Crime under any Guise. The writer urges repeating the letter to reach more readers and thanks Perkins for a fine job.
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W. L. Perkins
Somerville
Mercury editor replies to Journal article and letter to the editor
The Lemon Monroe High School Mercury editor rebuts misstatements about the paper and its staff. He denies quotes about Middletown High School pencils and corrects circulation claims while defending Mercury as a top all American rated student publication.
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The
Mercury
Lemon Monroe High School
Journal
Middietonian
Middletown High School
Middletonian
Quill and Schroll Magazine
Ohio
Factographs Michigan Mosaic of Regions and Notable Facts
The text lists diverse topics from Michigan geography and economy to historical notes. It mentions a split in Michigan into timber and mining north versus agriculture and manufacturing south, along with various standalone facts about Paris in the 1650s, the Mighty Mouse rocket, Hawaii police surfboards, the National Christmas Tree, the Philistines, Mary Baker Eddy, Indian populations, Bedouin salt use, pigeon bones, and female mosquito bites.
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South Africa
Union Theological Seminary
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Diamond National and Packaging Corporation
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United States
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the Journal
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