Johnson Takes Oath of Office amid Inaugural Festivities
Washington reports Lyndon B Johnson sworn in as 36th president with promise of progress and a Great Society. The day featured security measures, a national parade planned by Johnson, receptions, and prayers from multiple faiths as Hubert Humphrey took the vice presidential oath.
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Churchill Restful Night Amid Stroke Crisis
London AP reported Sir Winston Churchill slept through the night after a stroke with doctors noting no change in his condition and restlessness waning. Crowds kept vigil outside 28 Hyde Park Gate as Churchill’s grandson left briefly, and church leaders urged prayers for peace and strength.
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Cold Night Forecast with Mild Tomorrow
Colder temperatures in the low 20s are expected tonight with a rebound to milder readings tomorrow. The morning low held at the freezing point after a high of 33 yesterday, and overall calm weather was anticipated for today.
Soviet Union Accused Of Nuclear Test Ban Violation
Washington reports the United States may charge the Soviet Union with violating the limited nuclear test ban after an underground blast in Central Asia last Friday. Fallout reached the northern Pacific near Japan, with Tass noting breach if fallout crossed borders.
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Soviet nuclear blast under treaty scrutiny
Evidence indicates the Soviet explosion violated the treaty yet was likely accidental. The AEC said radioactivity levels to date would not expose people. Secretary Rusk seeks a full Soviet explanation while awaiting their report to assess treaty applicability.
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Voting drive renewed in Dallas County Selma Alabama
In Selma Alabama Negroes plan another registration push amid Dallas County’s complex system where Negroes are 60 percent of residents but only 1 percent of registered voters. A registration attempt was scheduled for the third straight day.
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Civil rights cafe tour tests segregation in Tuscaloosa
In Tuscaloosa Negroes led by Dick Gregory launch another cafe tour to test segregated facilities. Leaders say venues likely include three lunch counters closed Tuesday during the first integration tests. Sixty six would be voters among those jailed for refusing alley courthouse entry, later released. three workers freed.
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Indonesians Warned To Contain Planes
LABAM Malaysia AP reports tensions near the Indonesian border with UK RAF Wing Cmdr Arthur Harper warning Indonesian aircraft crossing the border will be shot down. He cites Firestreak missiles under Javelin fighters that could be used if needed. Harper says troops are ready and warns Indonesians about past border incursions.
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Johnson faces early congression al friction amid Great Society push
President Johnson opens his term amid minor squalls in Congress as Democrats and Republicans clash over budget tactics and spending. Senate leaders push a $1.07 billion Appalachia aid measure and a river pollution bill for quick action while House moves on Great Society proposals.
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Chuckle Teenager Teases Mother Over Snow Shoveling
A teen quips to his mother that she should not be out shoveling snow and asks where his father is. The lighthearted exchange captures family humor amid winter weather.
Mrs. Clarence J. Brown Sr. Dies in Ohio
Mrs. Clarence J. Brown Sr., of Blanchester Clinton County, wife of the veteran Seventh District Republican congressman, died today from a heart ailment at Our Lady of Mercy Hospital in suburban Mariemont Ohio.
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Ky Accepts Temporary Youth and Sports Minister Post
Brig. Gen. Nguyen Cao Ky agreed to take temporarily the post of minister of youth and sports as part of a reconstituted cabinet under Premier Tran Van Huong. A 24 hour delay ended with Ky joining the cabinet while Buddhist leaders threatened to fast to the death if Huong steps down. Ky vows to keep his military role for a few weeks as two U.S. generals urged accord for harmony within the armed forces.
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Three Way Baseball Trade Shuffle Nets A's Landis Hershberger
The Kansas City Athletics announce a three way trade with the Cleveland Indians and Chicago White Sox. Kansas City acquires outfielders Jim Landis and Mike Hershberger and a pitcher to be named later. Rocky Colavito goes to Cleveland. Cleveland sends John Romano Tommy John and Tommy Agee to the White Sox. Chicago ships a pitcher and Camilo Carreon to the Indians.
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Inauguration Day Reflections and Ceremony Details
Rabbi Schachtel voiced gratitude to the Almighty for the inauguration and called for transforming foes into friends and poverty into plenty with the power of love. Archbishop Iakovos’ prayer text was not immediately available as six presidential limousines arrived the White House to the Capitol with the President, First Lady, and Senator B Everett Jordan leading the motorcade.
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New Comet Named After South African Astronomer
The first new comet of 1965 was announced in Cambridge by the Central Bureau of Astronomical Telegrams. It is a 10th magnitude object far beyond visual eye range and is named Bestor after M. J. Bestor, assistant astronomer at Mazelspoort Observatory near Bloemfontein. Announcement was made from the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory.
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Chiang Kai-shek Sends Congrats on Johnson Inauguration
Chiang Kai-shek sent congratulations to President Johnson on his inauguration in Taipei Formosa. Vice President Chen Cheng followed with similar messages to Vice President-elect Humphrey.
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