Russell Long Emerges as Senate Whip with Long Legacy
Russell Long, Huey Long’s son and Earl Long’s nephew, becomes Senate majority whip as he leverages charm, parliamentary skill, and powerful allies. He touts independence, keeps Huey’s populist spirit, and reflects a career shaped by family ties and notable desks and alliances in Washington.
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Shrewd Long Aims To Carry On His Father’s Fight
Russell Long born Huey Pierce Long III recalls his father Huey Long and the Baton Rouge guards. He describes his college campaigns at LSU, Navy service, and his Senate rise. Long vows to align with the administration while facing political peril as House whip in future battles.
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Executions in U S Reach Low Since 1930
Fifteen men were executed in 1964 the lowest since 1930. Attorney General Katzenbach said the total was six fewer than 1963 and well below 1962's 47. Eleven died in the electric chair and four in the gas chamber. Five white men and four Negroes were executed for murder and three whites and three Negroes for rape. At year end 315 awaited execution, the highest since 1953.
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