Viet Cong recognition sparks debate on Viet Nam talks
Capitol Hill reacted with mixed views after Senator Fulbright proposed recognizing the Viet Cong as a major party in any negotiations. He argued it could aid a peace offensive, while Secretary Rusk and Senator Case signaled flexibility and caution on the issue. The exchange followed a three hour closed committee session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Sen
J. W. Fulbright
Viet Nam
Capitol Hill
Arkansas Democrat
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Mandya
United States
Fulbright
Dean Rusk
Rusk
Clifford P. Case
New Jersey
Case
Da Nang Attack Sours Lunar Truce After Deadly Fire
A Da Nang base comes under a fierce Viet Cong mortar assault just after the lunar New Year truce ends. Three Americans and two Vietnamese die, 11 Americans and 14 Vietnamese wounded, as 42 rounds target jet fighters and a Hawk site nearby. The same day a U.S. C123 transport with 46 Americans aboard crashes near An Khe in fog, killing all on board. The wreck triggers a large ammunition explosion as a search party reaches the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saigon
Central Highlands
An Khe
315Th Air Commando Group
7Th Cavalry Regiment
U.S
da Nang
New Snowstorm Heads For Ohio With Light Flurries
A new snowstorm was forecast to bring light snow to Ohio after a week of heavy accumulation. Cold weather gripped much of the U S with record lows in Kentucky and warnings across Arkansas Tennessee Mississippi and Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Ohio
United States
Florida
Deep South
London
Kentucky
Arkansas
Mississippi
Jackson
Meridian
Tennessee
Alabama
Miami, Fla
Weather outlook for tonight and Wednesday rain and snow
The U S Weather Bureau predicts cloudy and not very cold weather with occasional light snow. Tonight’s low is expected to be 18 to 22 with a high of 20 yesterday and a morning low of 10 at 8 am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S. Weather Bureau
Mellwain Battles for Democratic Governor Nomination
Columbus AP report says Rep. Harry Mellwain plans to file petitions Wednesday to run in the May 3 primary against state Sen. Frazier Reams Jr. Reams won the party screening endorsement for governor, while Mellwain rejects party leader pick and seeks talks with leaders in Hamilton and 22 counties. Reams then indicated plans to avoid a secondary primary contest with U. S. Rep. Robert Sweeney and former Atty. Gen. Mark McElroy over attorney general.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Ohio
Harry Mellwain
Mellwain
Frazier Reams Jr
Reams
Toledo
McIlwain
Melshwain
Hamilton
McKwain
William Coleman
U. S
Robert Sweeney
Atty
Mark McElroy
Sweeney
Satobo
McElroy
Dress Shop Window Ad Claims Ladies Dresses Half Off
Readable sign in a dress shop window advertises ladies dresses at half price with a bold bold statement. The message emphasizes substantial discount to entice shoppers.
No Two Thirds Back Four Year House Terms in Senate
An AP survey of 88 of 100 senators shows Johnson lacks a two thirds majority for a constitutional amendment to elect House members to four year terms in presidential years. Eighteen declined comment and 12 were unavailable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Johnson
Senate
House
Associated Press
Russell B. Long
Louisiana
Lee Metcalf
D-Mont
Joseph S. Clark
D-Pa
Should Washington Protect Our Pets in Research Use
A two part Associated Press series from The Journal examines whether the federal government should regulate the use of dogs in medical research. The piece notes Ohio dog pounds supply hundreds of animals annually and mentions wholesaler dealers. It stresses the emotional and scientific stakes as Congress debates potential control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Ohio
Associated Press
Tomorrow
Senate adjourns to stall union shop repeal debate
Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield may use a parliamentary move during today’s morning hour to bring 14B repealer before the Senate, seeking to overturn Taft Hartley Act limits on union shop contracts. Dirksen and Bennett vow procedural delays to block the move. The measure passed the House last July 221 to 203.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Mike Mansfield
States
Mansfield
Everett M. Dirksen
Dirksen
Wallace F. Bennett
Utah
Women Learn Their Walk Is Learned Not Innate
A bone specialist says the female gait is not natural but can be learned. Dr. Louis H. Paradies explains that short steps and stiff knees cause hip oscillation, while men’s longer steps yield a smoother walk. High heels do not determine the gait, the study finds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Louis H. Paradies
University of Texas’ Southwestern Medical School
Dallas
Paradies
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Moro to form new Italian cabinet after resignation
President Saragat asked former Premier Aldo Moro to form a new government. Moro, premier since 1964, delayed acceptance amid consultations with his Christian Democrats and coalition partners in the center left. Divisions within his party and a secret vote toppled his last cabinet, with rivals blaming Fanfani.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Giuseppe Saragat
Aldo Moro
Moro
Italy
Christian Democrat
Saragat
Christian Democrats
Amintoore Fanfani
Democratic Party
Fanfani
Poll Taxes Argued Before High Court
The government asks the Supreme Court to outlaw voting poll taxes, arguing such taxes disenfranchise the poor. Five Virginia Negroes seek to strike down Virginia’s $1.50 annual poll tax as discriminatory, while the broader issue is whether any voting tax can be constitutional.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Supreme Court
Virginia
Alabama
Mississippi
Texas
Georgia
Also Mentioned on This Page
State of the Union
Maumee Bay
Lester Clifford
An Ehe
1St Cavalry
U.S. Air Force
Nha Trang
U.S. Marine Corps
Hong Kong
Thurgood Marshall
Ann Landers
Dr. Crane
Valley News
Seevees al Women’s
Seeesees
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!