Presidential Race Shaken After Kennedy Victory and RFK Shot
The Associated Press reports a chaotic Democratic race after Senator Robert F. Kennedy is shot moments after a California primary victory speech. Kennedy leads McCarthy as ballots tallies continue, while Humphrey and McCarthy adjust campaign plans. California and South Dakota results shape convention delegations amid ongoing primaries nationwide.
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Shock at Kennedy shooting hits Washington leaders
President Johnson and other U S leaders expressed shock at the Kennedy shooting. Johnson called it an unspeakable tragedy and prayed for Kennedy’s recovery while urging that divisiveness and violence be driven from hearts. Other officials from Texas and D C echoed the national grief and debated gun sale legislation amid the crisis.
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Quipster Notes on Wakeful Wealth and Gun Debate
The Quipster observes that wealth brings early rising. Dodd asks when Americans will act on guns amid shock. McCormack mourns aloud upon hearing the news. Mansfield voices fear for the country’s future if stability cannot be regained and prays for Bob’s recovery.
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Don Drysdale Throws Sixth Straight Shutout 5-0 Pirates
In a Tuesday game at Odessa, Don Drysdale blanked the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-0, extending his team’s streak to six straight shutouts. TheODESSA American notes sports pages and columns referencing the performance and surrounding coverage.
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Senator Kennedy Shot After California Victory
Associated Press reports Sen Robert F Kennedy was shot moments after declaring victory in California’s Democratic primary. He underwent surgery for a brain wound and was in extremely critical condition. the shooter was arraigned on six counts of assault with intent to commit murder as bystanders detained him. Five others were wounded.
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Suspect Identified in Kennedy Shooting in Los Angeles
Los Angeles police identified the suspect as Sirhan Sirhan, 23, whose brother Adel claimed the identity at a police briefing. The gun was traceable through several hands, four $190 bills were found on Sirhan, and a Pasadena newspaper clipping unfavorable to Kennedy was found. Sirhan once lived in Jerusalem, per Mayor Samuel Yorty.
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Shooting suspect calm under police questioning
A Marin County man linked to the Kennedy assassination case was described by Police Chief Thomas Reddin as calm and stable during hours of questioning. The gun used was an eight shot Iver Johnson .22 pistol found in possession of the suspect, with investigations yet inconclusive on his identity. Kennedy was shot at the Ambassador Hotel after a victory speech.
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Dallas recalls tragedy as Kennedy shooting shocks city
In Dallas a sobbing woman sits by a fountain near the Kennedy assassination site reacting to reports that Senator Robert F. Kennedy was shot. Leaders including Governor Connally and Mayor Erik Jonsson express horror, condolences, and calls to curb violence nationwide. clergy voice concern over rising violence and societal fault lines.
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Outcome May Be Tragic RFK's Chances Doubtful
New York neurosurgeon Dr Lawrence Poole questioned the brain surgery team about Senator Robert F Kennedy saying the outcome may be extremely tragic. He cited damage to the cerebellum right hemisphere and midbrain areas affecting movement, sensation, eye movements and vital life functions. If Kennedy survives, Poole said, his high intellectual powers might remain intact though overall condition could be severely limited.
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