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Newspaper
Mt Vernon Register News
Location
Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1968
Page
2
The notice states WM C Rackaway or Ian Metcalf may publish all news credited to them regardless of other claims or restrictions, asserting authorship and rights to distribute material as credited reporters or sources.
A Thought For Today cites I Chronicles 22 1 and a remark by William Green urging religious institutions to be active in pursuing righteousness. The note stresses that worship without involvement becomes mere form and highlights the value of bold participation by men in moral struggle.
Editorial mourns the Kennedy family's losses after Robert Kennedy and brothers are killed in service to the nation. It argues democracy is endangered by such violence, calls for unity, reflection, and healing while noting the lasting scar on America. The piece honors Kennedy as a symbol and contends future guidance from his ideals is forever silenced.
The Pentagon announced two downstate Illinois servicemen are killed in action in Vietnam after previously listed as missing. Army Pfc. Delbert R. Brockmeyer of Murphysboro and Army Pfc. Brian J. Clark of Carlyle were identified as killed in action. Marine Pfc. John A. Goldsberry II of Danville had been listed missing not due to hostile action.
A mixed set of crossword style clues with across and down entries listing definitions for words including animals, people, objects and concepts. The items range from Dante references to common terms such as region, definite article, and various nouns, verbs, and adjectives.
Navy Captain William L. McGonagle, who commanded the USS Liberty during the 1967 attack by Israeli forces, received the Medal of Honor from Navy Secretary Paul R. Ignatius. He was wounded and credited with keeping the ship afloat as it reached port after 34 lives were lost. The vessel was later placed on the inactive list. He has been named prospective commanding officer of the USS Silanes, an ammunition ship.
Anthony Green, a 24 year old vegetarian from Cape Town, ran from the harbor to the top of Table Mountain in one hour 45 minutes to prove that vegetarianism works. He did not train for the ascent.
Hollywood authorities drop assault case against former pro football star Jimmy Brown in connection with a model found injured beneath his balcony. He may face battery charge against a police officer. no complaint issued yet due to insufficient evidence. Brown, 9-year NFL veteran, was freed on bond after neighbors reported a fight.
A compact chronicle of notable June 11 events across history. Key items include 1942 lend lease aid between the United States and the Soviet Union for the Soviet war effort, 1727 death of King George I, 1859 Me terich death and the Comstock Lode discovery, 1936 Soviet Constitution submission, and other world events through 1968.
A reader asks about citizen arrest for traffic violations. The Illinois State Bar Association advises against attempting apprehension due to danger difficulty and potential failure to make charges stick. Report facts to police and only consider citizen arrest for serious crimes in progress such as robbery arson or theft.
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