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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1968
Page
3
The May 22, 1968 discussion describes France's nationwide student protests, labor strikes, and radical groups threatening bourgeois society. It notes De Gaulle's plan to follow Pompidou, consider amnesty for arrested students, and the risk of Soviet influence if France descends further into unrest.
The piece argues crime and law enforcement will dominate the presidential race. It notes Nixon and others push for tougher crime policies, a four point program, and greater judge discretion. It reflects Gallup findings on rising public concern and warns of a permissive climate endangering order and safety nationwide.
The piece notes Castro's security remains tight and no anti-Castro leader has yet emerged. It suggests a potential shakeup may come from within or external pressure, with rumors of Castro aides stashing Swiss funds as observers warn Russia's costly venture may provoke a response.
In Los Angeles area interviews for pollster Oliver Quayle Kennedy shows strong support among Democratic voters ahead of the June 4 California primary. Of 46 voters, Kennedy leads with about 43 percent, McCarthy 26, Lynch 22, and 9 undecided, with turnout influenced by anti Kennedy sentiment and hawkish views on Vietnam.
The piece laments a rising fear in Washington as drivers fear night work after a killing, crime and looting surge, and police remain short. It urges mobilization of troops or stronger police presence to deter violence and protect civilians amid nationwide unrest driven by politics and race.
U S Representative John Ashbrook won a 17th district primary over Governor Rhodes, signaling strong conservative support in Ohio and threatening Rhodes's favored son status. The result boosts Ashbrook's delegates and could sway Ohio toward Nixon or Reagan, impacting the Miami Beach convention dynamics.
In Washington Freddy Farout proposes an Emigration Service to manage Americans leaving the country amid high taxes and unrest. He argues for quotas and waiting lists to depart rather than enter, while foreign nations might limit American arrivals. The column adds satirical notes on Liberty, a radio station, and political figures.
The nation’s electorate repeatedly assigns blame to the governing party during national elections when conditions are viewed unfavorably, shaping political fortunes and policy directions.
H B Dean cites Malachi 3 10 urging believers to bring tithes to the storehouse and prove Gods blessing through generous giving. He emphasizes giving to the church rather than tipping and frames tithing as support for the cause for which Christ died.
The Monroe News Star in Monroe Louisiana declares it is a second class matter publication with a long list of staff names including Roberts Ewing Jr publisher and Edmund G Brown editor. It notes Associated Press membership and national advertising representatives and affirms independent journalism and nonpartisan stance.
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