Dirksen Seeks Prayer Amendment Backed by Public Support
Senator Dirksen presses a proposed school prayer amendment to the Constitution, arguing it would allow voluntary participation in public school prayers. He cites broad misreading of Supreme Court rulings and insists the First Amendment protects worship freedom and church-state separation. He notes church leaders back maintaining that separation.
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Times Tables Advice From a Fumbling Scholar
A middle aged man who struggles with multiplication urges his nine year old daughter to learn times tables. He notes nine times six and other facts but relies on quick addition. The plea stresses early mastery to avoid lifelong embarrassment.
Charter Flights Open to Public Under CAB Rule
The Federal Court of Appeals upheld the Civil Aeronautics Board authorizing lower charter flight rates. Supplemental airlines may offer public tours at bargain prices, previously limited to clubs. Travel agents can organize domestic tours, broadening access and boosting potential future popularity.
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Johnson brand blamed in defeats of three Democratic senators
Capitol Hill critics link the LBJ label to a string of Democratic primary losses. Tennessee's Ross Bass, Virginia's A Willis Robertson, and South Carolina's Donald Russell all faced backlash tied to perceived alignment with President Johnson's policies. The pattern raises questions for Democrats like Metcalf and Brown.
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Washington
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Montana
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Civil rights clash slows needed laws in Congress
A bipartisan shift forms in Congress as Republicans ally with southern Democrats against civil rights measures. Violent protest fallout, including remarks by H White House officials and critics, heightens tension and delays anticipated reforms. A Cleveland grand jury probes demonstrations linked to extremist elements, complicating efforts to improve conditions for African Americans ahead of elections.
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Paul Harvey on the disillusioned American bar
Paul Harvey laments a crisis in the legal profession as the ABA in Montreal seeks to reaffirm law and ethics. He notes corruption, payola, and violent protests undermine justice while court delays grow, with Chicago personal injury backlogs causing multi year waits.
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California Officials Avoid Seeking White House Aid in Autumn Joust
California officials refrain from openly seeking White House assistance as autumn political maneuvering intensifies. The muted approach signals caution amid cross party discussions and potential federal involvement.
One Commissioner Determines Justice in Corporate Law
The piece argues that in modern law one individual in agencies like the DOJ ICC NLRB FDA IRS can determin e justice on an ad hoc basis. It claims citizens may be found guilty before proving innocence, challenging constitutional aims and the lawyer’s fate.
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Harry the star dog vanishes during TV shoot
A well known canine star from British dog food ads fled during a television shoot. Reporters speculate whether the dog acted out from artistic mood or to press for a raise, with no clear motive established yet.
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Whiskey spray and fond memories of missing dogs
A quirky note recounts a Florida official promoting a bourbon spray for fishing bait and notes on dog grooming. It mentions a Pomeranian missing for three weeks with a call to contact 422-0693, and reflects on why clipped dogs still wander.
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Fellows
New Book Deepens Doubts About JFK Assassination
New York reviewer notes Bobh Considine questions key FBI and Warren Commission findings in Mark Lane’s Rush. Lane argues Oswald’s guilt, rapid autopsy and official accounts raise serious doubts about justice. Trevor-Roper’s foreword adds measured critique of Dallas arrests and police identification.
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Seashore sand locusts and heat baffling dunes
A fragment notes extreme heat at the shore with sand temperatures rising to about 135 degrees and a grate hopper leaping into the air, suggesting a scene of scorching surface conditions and unusual coastal wildlife behavior.
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