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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1968

Page

4

Austerity claim clashes with Johnson program push

Rep Wilbur Mills applauded Johnsons call for austerity though the President has pushed costly programs and frequent messages to Congress. Critics say Johnsons budget clashes with his rhetoric, undermining harmony with Congress and threatening renomination as Vietnam and deficits loom.

Wilbur Mills Arkansas Johnson Mills House Ways and Means Congress Capitol Hill Vietnam Paul Scott Kerner Afl-Cio

Integrated Seat Aims To Cut Fatal Car Crashes

A Detroit safety survey finds seat belts the top auto safety aid, followed by the collapsible steering column and laminated safety glass. Experts warn that despite progress in car design, driver error and factors like alcohol and speed keep yearly highway deaths high, demanding stronger focus on driver behavior.

Detroit

No Stalking Horse in McCarthy Kennedy Rift

Senator Eugene McCarthy and Senator Robert Kennedy run parallel campaigns for the Democratic nomination. McCarthy rejects being Kennedy’s second choice and vows no deal to concede the top spot. Any accommodation at the convention would hinge on inability to win, with lingering friction between the two liberal figures. The June California primary could intensify tensions.

Eugene McCarthy Vietnam Robert Kennedy McCarthy Kennedy New York Adlai Stevenson John Kennedy Johnson Bobby California

Change Of Strategy Seen In Vietnam

Washington notes a shift toward a revolutionary war approach in Vietnam with a emphasis on training and arming South Vietnam. The plan foresees reducing American combat troops while increasing South Vietnamese military strength and securing supply lines. The aim is to enable Saigon to defend itself and drive back Communist forces without a large US escalation.

Washington United States Westmoreland America South Vietnam Saigon South Korea North Korea Mall Syndicate

Westmoreland’s Khe Sanh Defense Stands Fortified

The article argues Westmoreland’s defense around Khe Sanh and nearby forts forms a pivotal, limited-war strategy. It notes heavy Marine and Army artillery, including 8 inch and 175 mm self propelled guns, with air and naval support, aiming to prevent a northern flank breakthrough while awaiting a larger breakthrough that may never come.

Khe Sanh U.S Vietnam Pentagon

Conglomerates reshape corporate world and tax debate

Liberals favor high corporate taxes yet back large conglomerates as a path to profits. US Industries, Time Inc. and others absorb smaller firms, letting management stay unchanged while the parent funds and guides. The shift accelerates capital concentration, challenging anti merger goals.

I. John Billera US. Industries Fortune Magazine du Pont Company du Pont Time, Inc Henry Luce Thing New Jersey Little, Brown and Silver Burdett Billera U.S. Industries Jon Lindbergh Oceanography Kennecott Copper Company Peabody Coal Company

How To Keep Well

The medical field faces a paradox where doctors preach abstinence yet some smoke or remain overweight. While advances loosen general restrictions and offer tests to gauge tobacco, exercise, and diet effects, overzealous limits can harm overall health. Most physicians know when restrictions are truly necessary and beneficial. Tomorrow. Bloodshot Eyes. Dr. Van Dellen will answer questions on medical topics if stamped self addressed envelope accompanies request ness weakness and breath lessness diarrhea and vomiting result from contaminated food or water.

van Dellen

What is mountain sickness and how to prevent it

A reader asks about mountain sickness symptoms and causes. The note describes vomiting and diarrhea after mountain travel and mentions dehydration and altitude as factors. It warns that water quality may contribute to illness and that lightheadedness is common at high elevations.

Exercise won't reduce heavy legs in slim young girl

J. J. notes that any exercise may not change thick ankles in a slim young girl. For some women this fat distribution is normal, while in others it signals a glandular disorder. Treatment outcomes depend on the affected glands.

J. J

Baker Questions If Oven Heat Causes Hair Loss

A writer asks if oven heat from baking could cause hair loss. The reply notes that many bald people have not faced such heat, suggesting genetics from grandparents as the cause.

M. O

Left side sleeping effects on the heart addressed

M E R asks if sleeping on the left side affects the heart. Reply: no, even people with certain heart conditions are more comfortable sleeping on the right side.

F D Discusses Saving a Fetus by Immediate Caesarean

F D proposes that if a pregnant woman dies a baby ready to be born can be saved with immediate Caesarean delivery. The discussion emphasizes urgent surgical intervention to preserve the fetus.

F. D

Today's Health Hint Many of the emotional problems of aging begin at birth

A health column argues that emotional issues in old age often originate in early life. The piece links early development, upbringing, and lifelong patterns to later mental health challenges, urging readers to address childhood factors for healthier aging.

Monroe News Star masthead and policy note

The Monroe News Star lists publication details and staff roles including publishers and editors. It notes its second class matter status at Monroe Post Office as of June 1 1909 under the 1879 act, plus AP affiliation and advertising representation.

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