Hunger inquiry finds no current widespread starvation
The Citizens Board of Inquiry into Hunger and Malnutrition reports in 212 of 256 hunger counties that malnutrition exists but no current cases of starvation or serious hunger due to inability to buy food. Chair W. R. Poage warns charges were amplified by emotion and misinformation while noting nearly $1 billion in food aid distributed last year.
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Eisenhower Heart Rhythm Stabilizes. Condition Remains Critical
Doctors at Walter Reed report former President Dwight D. Eisenhower's heart rhythm has steadied after repeated fibrillation episodes. He remains in extremely critical condition, but is alert and resting comfortably as bulletins note no further ventricular fibrillation events.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Eisenhower
LBJ Signs Major Health Bills in Austin
President Johnson signed two health measures aimed at expanding medical manpower and creating a National Eye Institute. He noted breakthroughs in medical research and said the bills will fund more medical schools and health programs. Eisenhower's condition was reported as serious after a heart attack.
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Eisenhower
Austin, Tex
Johnson
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Walter Reed Army Hospital
Washington
George Christian
Walter Reed
Navy
Eye Institute
Chicago Cab Drivers Strike Stalls City Preconvention
Chicago faced a major taxi strike as 5 400 cab drivers and 600 mechanics walked out at 12 01 a m Saturday, idling over 80 percent of the fleet and complicating Democratic preconvention travel plans. The convention opens August 26 with 150 private buses and 250 limousines arranged to ferry delegates to the International Amphitheatre.
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Democratic Credentials Committee
International Amphitheatre
Kirk Beck
Cab Companies
Yellow Cab and
Checker
Cab Drivers Union
Local 777
Democratic Union Organizing Committee
The
Seafarers International Union
Negotiations Resume as Cab Firms Face Daily Rate Strain
Amid 934 independent cabs and a combined 3666 cabs for Checker and Yellow, no new bargaining sessions are set. Democratic officials plan for the convention while Illinois Bell and the electrical workers union resume talks. Bell spokesman Joseph O'Brien says even a quick settlement may not restore full service for the event. Union volunteers are installing comms at the amphitheatre under an earlier agreement.
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Checker
Illinois Bell Telephone Co
Electrical Workers’ UN
Tions
Joseph O’brien
Bell
Well Endowed Girls May Win By Aer Nose
London AP reports that analysts suggest women with larger bosoms could gain up to four inches in sprint finishes at the Mexico City Olympics. 19 year olds Lillian Beard and Della James back the idea citing observed advantages, while editor John Taylor notes a close photo finish could hinge on silhouette and proportion.
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Britain
Tailor and Cutter
Atlantic
Lillian Beard
Lillian
Mexico City
Della James
John Taylor
Police Tighten Grip After Fatal Shooting Sparks Riots in Cincinnati
Beefed up units patrol streets and a National Guard alert follows the fatal shooting of Mrs. Willie Roberts. Six riot arrests reported. two white men, William K. Harrison 22 and Elvin Billman 31, charged with first degree murder. Rioting hit Avondale, West End, and Millvale with injuries and looting.
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National Guard
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West End
Millvale
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William K. Harrison
Elvin Billman
Harrison
Billman
Weather shift brings milder highs in lower to mid 80s
The forecast predicts a drop from the 90s to the 80s with partly cloudy skies and cooler conditions. A chance of showers tonight adds a hint of unsettled weather to the day.
Women Volunteers Serving America
A feature profiles women volunteers who offer time and talent across various jobs, all working for free and driven by love of service. The piece highlights their dedication as they contribute hours weekly to support national needs. Page references Included.
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