Vote On Viet Plank May Be Decisive
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey tightens grip on the Democratic nomination as Kennedy drafting fades and southern resistance wanes. The Platform Committee backed a Vietnam plank aligned with Humphrey, likely to shape the convention debate and boost his bid while McCarthy eyes a late challenge.
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Demonstrators Clash With Police in Chicago Park
More than 3,000 antiwar protesters in Lincoln Park were routed by tear gas and chased through city streets. Nineteen hospitalizations and 67 arrests reported. 14 journalists assaulted as police maintained crowd control while denouncing curfew violations.
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Unit Rule Abolished At Democratic Conclave
CHICAGO AP Democrats sweep away the century old unit rule at the Democratic National Convention. Texas delegate Tom Gordon and Humphrey supporters clash as McCarthy backers push to abolish the rule effective in 1972. Humphrey faces questions amid boos over his stance and remarks.
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Texas Group Loses Demo Floor Fight at Convention
At the Democratic national convention in Chicago Texas delegation lost a key floor fight over the unit rule while defending Gov. John Connally’s bid for the presidential nomination. A voice vote upheld a minority recommendation for freedom of conscience, allowing delegates to vote individually. Nine delegations with unit rules saw little shift as roll calls showed unity among those states.
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Lightning victim Becky Mills Godwin condition update
Becky Mills Godwin, 14, daughter of Virginia Governor Mills Godwin, remained hospitalized after being struck by lightning Sunday. The Odessa American notes a detailed report on her condition to be released today. Odessa’s three high schools began two a day football drills as fall preparations continue.
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Newsmen Reported Beaten By Police in Chicago Clashes
Four newsmen were hospitalized after police clashed with demonstrators near Lincoln Park during protests by the Youth International party. Witnesses said officers beat them with clubs as they covered the confrontation. Names include Steven Northup, John Langstead, John Evans, and Jim Stricklin. all listed in good condition. The incident prompted an official investigation and a demand for full accountability from police.
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Rockets and artillery pound Saigon area as U.S. holds base
American artillery base northwest of Saigon endured a heavy 20 round rocket and mortar barrage before repelling a weak infantry attack. U.S. command reports at least 27 enemy killed with estimates of 7,500 Viet Cong deaths in nine days of fighting. B52s bombed northwest approaches to Saigon and Mekong Delta camps as Allied forces face shifting Viet Cong tactics while securing Duc Lap and nearby U.S. bases.
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Johnson Turns 60 Amid Quiet Birthday For President
Austin AP Johnson reaches sixty in a subdued observance with no advance word on celebrations. He presides over a nominating convention in Chicago and may or may not attend after the nominations. At sixty, his popularity wanes due to Vietnam war strains while his health remains stable per Dr Barkley.
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Liberal Course Will Continue In Czechoslovakia
President Ludvik Svoboda announced liberal policy would persist after the January ouster of Antonin Novotny. Soviet troops would be withdrawn gradually, with their presence seen as a political reality until that time. He warned against abuses by those opposing socialism and urged national unity to rebuild the country.
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The Quipster Says Ages Twenty Eight A Man’s Peak
A quip from a columnist notes that some people believe the prime of a man’s life occurs around age twenty eight. The short remark reflects a humorous take on longevity and happiness.
Eisenhower Doctors Express Cautious Optimism Outlook
Washington AP reports that General Dwight D. Eisenhower remains in critical condition at Walter Reed Army Hospital. Doctors say he had a restful night and that heart irritability persists but no major disturbances since Saturday. They emphasize cautious optimism about his outlook despite repeated heart attacks and renewed spasms on Monday.
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Storms Boil Across Texas in Skimpy Rain
An occasional thundershower moved across Texas on Monday with a tornado spotted between Memphis and Turkey in the Texas Panhandle. Hall County issued a tornado warning for an hour with no damage reported. Midland received light rain, Odessa only sprinkles. Warmup ahead with highs near 90s and chances for more storms in the Permian Basin.
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