McNamara argues for offense over defense in missile policy
McNamara contends a robust missile defense costing over 20 billion dollars would not prevent a Soviet first strike from killing tens of millions. He urges a strategy prioritizing retaliation and survivable missiles, including ICBMs and Nike-X defense, to protect American lives and outpace other programs.
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Soviet Union
United States
Crete
Ted States
Congress
Wallace forecasts third party bid could dwarf Roosevelts
Gov George Wallace of Alabama predicts a 1968 third party run could be the largest in U S history eclipsing Theodore Roosevelts 1912 Bull Moose. He argues a popular vote victory could deliver many electoral votes and pressure the two major parties toward conservatism while campaigning after the Alabama legislature adjourns in May.
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George C. Wallace
Alabama
Theodore Roosevelt
Bull Moose Party
Roosevelt
Witliam
Woodrow Wilson
Wallace
Romney Nixon Dominate 1968 GOP Race With Percy Reagan
National view cites Gov George Romney and Richard Nixon as top 1968 GOP contenders with Charles Percy and Ronald Reagan adding zest. Ralph party figures see Percy and Reagan as early catalysts while both Romney and Nixon face obstacles. primary routes and staff needs loom large amid a wider field.
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George Romney
Richard Nixon
Charles Percy
Illinois
U.S. Senate
Ronald Reagan
California
Romney
Robert Griffin
Nixon
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Reagan
Goldwater
Percy
Northeast Thailand Ripe for Reds in Author’s Eyes
An embedded travel piece examines stark poverty and political isolation in northeast Thailand. It contrasts rural despair with alleged Communist influence and nationalist sentiment among locals, including a North Vietnamese figure posing as a civic charity organizer. The report reflects fear, government neglect, and covert subversion.
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Thailand
Bangkok
United States
Ahd
Kentucky
Toalland
Hanoi
Viet Nam
Minh
Susquehanna Coal Co to Sell at Loss in 192? Philadelphia
The Susquehanna Coal Company announced from its Philadelphia headquarters that it will sell coal to dealers at a loss at the current wholesale price of 2.98 per ton. A company spokesman said the mine costs 2.98 per ton to produce and noted that labor costs have risen four cents per ton this year.
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Susquehanna Coal Company
Todas
Philadelphia
President Truman to take rest at Key West during vacation
Twenty years ago items report President Truman planning a flight to Key West for a rest and vacation amid election results showing Republicans in control of Congress. He will land at Boca Chica Airport and drive to Rex West Naval Base as the trip unfolds.
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Key West
Republican Party
Congress
Boca Chica
Rex West
Johnson’s House losses cloud Johnson policy control
Washington observers note Democrats hold 30 seat margin above 218 but conservative defections from the South threaten majorities on civil rights and Great Society spending. Republicans cross over to liberal side, labor unions lose ground, and bipartisan coalitions emerge against Johnson on key issues. The outcome may push Johnson toward broader compromise and a cleaner legislative record for the 1968 campaign.
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Uetinose
Senate
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White House
Aston
Great Society
United Press International
AFL - Uso Committee
Wll
Wade
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