Talk and Doubletalk in Honolulu LBJ Viet Confab
President Johnson met South Vietnamese leaders in Honolulu for a clouded conference amid public and private statements. The talks focused on reforms with U.S. aid but shifted to military firmness and anti communism as Thieu Ky opposed negotiations with the Viet Cong. Humprey’s Saigon visit followed by a hard line statement and Saigon’s stance on bombing Haiphong shaped the outcome.
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North Viet Nam bombings rise as U S jets strike harder
U S jet fighter-bombers widen attacks in North and South Viet Nam while Viet Cong sidestep ground forces. American casualties jump 50 percent to 89 killed, 499 wounded, 8 missing. Allied air power hits bridges, roads, and truck pools across central and northern locations.
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Humphrey Heads Asia Trip Aimed at Social Progress
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey travels from Honolulu to Saigon on a 10 to 12 day mission to press for political economic and social reforms in South Vietnam. He will visit Bangkok Kuala Lumpur Singapore Australia and India with possible stop in New Zealand. The effort centers on a rural construction campaign to empower villagers and counter Viet Cong influence while seeking international support.
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Ho Chi Minh peace letter to India signals mixed
The Indian government dismissed the Ho Chi Minh note as reiterating Hanoi's position while India pursues talks with friendly nations to end fighting. U.S. officials questioned the letter's significance as Wall Street reacted to potential peace signals. Senators urged cautious openness without White House comment. Ho's letter to President Radhakrishnan stressed India's IC C chair role and reflected Hanoi's terms.
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New York Stock Exchange
Chuckle The Trouble With Telling A Good Story
A witty remark on storytelling notes that a strong tale makes listeners recall their own less vivid memories. The line plays on shared humor and social contrast without naming people or events.
Rome Statue Beheaded In Vandalism Incident
In downtown Rome the famous Abbot Luigi statue beside St. Andrea della Valle was beheaded Tuesday night. Vandals stole the head of the well known old Roman orator statue admired by locals and visitors for centuries.
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Weather outlook for Middletown hints warmer weekend ahead
The Weather Bureau predicts showers and mild weather tonight with a low in the 50s. Tuesday should be partly cloudy and mild with a chance of showers. Tomorrow’s high in the 60s. yesterday’s high was 48 and overnight low 37. Middletown records 0.04 inch of rain yesterday. Long range shows temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above normal with a warming trend through the weekend and a turn to colder next week. Occasional showers expected Thursday through Sunday.
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Welfare In A Thriving Economy Ohio Expands Welfare Spending
Ohio spends record welfare funds amid strong employment as AP examines why public assistance rises with prosperity. The first story analyzes employment and welfare links while tomorrow's piece focuses on the state welfare system and its aim to attract federal dollars and stretch state funds.
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President Johnson Returns to Washington After Honolulu Talks
President Johnson, refreshed from the Honolulu conference, vows U S will prevail against Viet Nam aggression and to meet South Vietnamese leaders within months. He stays in Los Angeles to discuss social progress and peace aims with Vice President Humphrey before flying to Washington.
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Leaders agree on closer Viet Nam and U S military cooperation
The communique notes a full discussion of the military situation and plans. It states that leaders of the two governments reached full agreement on growing military effectiveness and closer cooperation between Viet Nam and United States forces.
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Newspapers join ban on war film during BBC decision
London AP reports British papers back the BBC ban on The War Game a film about Soviet nuclear strikes in southeast England. Peter Watkins resigned from the BBC over the decision while the Ban the Bomb Campaign plans protests in his support. Only the Communist Daily Worker urged showing it on TV.
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