Washington's Liveliest Reporter Calls for South Vietnam Border Seal
In a column by Washington’s liveliest reporter, the Joint Chiefs now urge sealing South Vietnam borders to halt infiltration. This would require doubling U.S. ground forces, raise draft calls, strain the economy, and jeopardize Great Society programs. Bombing has failed as Communist troops and supplies surge. Red China and Soviet reactions shape the war, with Moscow nudging Chinese aid and shipping routes to Hanoi via land. The piece also notes Sen. Thomas Dodd's use of free transportation for himself and his dog Beau.
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Krazy Daze costumes draw townwide attention
The Krazy Daze celebration drew shoppers and merchants into a lively weekend. Sears staff wore outlandish outfits while two young ladies posed as a two headed creature. Merchants report strong business and customers praise the prices and merchandise.
Texas lawmakers urged tougher crime laws after trio of killings
Governor Connally and Attorney General Carr pressed for stronger penalties and revised codes following three brutal Texas murders within two weeks. Proposals include life terms for murder insanity cases, stricter violence and sex crime penalties, and improved methods to confine those who use insanity as a defense. Carr also ordered a blue ribbon panel to draft legislation while opposing firearm sale restrictions.
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Senator Dodd Sends Dog by Air as Campaign Funds Charge
The article describes Dodd shipping his dog Beau to Connecticut by air express after delays with a crate. Costs listed include 6.24 dollars for the trip and 15 dollars for the kennel, charged to an American Airlines card and billed to the Connecticut campaign expense fund. It also notes broader Democratic worries about Viet Nam conduct and urban riots impacting the 1964 election.
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