Ray Denies King Assassination Charge in London
James Earl Ray testifies at Bow Street Magistrates Court that he has never met Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and bears no grudge, denying involvement in the assassination. FBI fingerprint testimony linked the suspect to a rifle and binoculars, while defense lawyers challenge political-crime grounds for extradition and seek to limit cross-examination. The hearing adjourned with Ray returning to prison and plans for next week's continuation.
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Gun Bill Faces Delayed Vote In Congress Panel
In Washington the gun control fight nears a critical stage as a bill to ban mail order sales of rifles and shotguns awaits a Senate Judiciary Committee vote. President Johnson backs stricter laws including gun owner licensing and registration, while public opinion shifts against harsher measures. House reception to registration proposals is cool, complicating enactment. Ramsey Clark and former astronaut John Glenn testifying before the Senate juvenile delinquency subcommittee.
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Senate Reconsiders Sales Tax Increase in Texas
Senate action revises course on a House backed sales tax rise after earlier rejection. Lt. Gov. Smith and Hall argued for the change while the chamber split on a one cent equivalent tax and a motor vehicle levy, with the vote ending in defeat.
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Command Says More Needed For Saigon Withdrawal
SAIGON AP reports the U S command to abandon Khe Sanh base to improve troop mobility against growing enemy forces in South Vietnam. The western anchor along the DMZ shifts 10 miles east to a Lan ding Zone supply base with an airstrip. Marines blast bunkers and remove gear as security confines the withdrawal. Sen Ralph Hall notes veterans doubt the move weakens the U S position.
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GOP Senators Oppose Fortas Nomination in Senate Fight
Senate irregularities and partisan debate frame the clash over Justice Fortas and Thornberry as Republicans press a petition signed by 18 of 35 GOP lawmakers. The House backs a tax package with alcohol, tobacco, and amusements levies amid wartime policy pressures.
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Hanoi Admits Troops In Viet Nam
A North Vietnamese army communiqué announced that the peoples and armies of the country fight shoulder to shoulder with the Vietcong to defeat the Americans in Vietnam. Radio Hanoi cited the staff headquarters and marked the first public admission of troops in Laos Vietnam. U S envoys in Paris seek de escalation progress. The statement pledged continued blows and ultimate defeat of U S aggressors in defense of independence.
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Soviets Open To Talks On Missile Reduction
Moscow reports Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko told the Soviet parliament the government is ready to exchange opinions on curtailment of rocket systems both offensive and defensive. He did not specify talks, but signaling referred to nuclear missile talks stalled by U S efforts for 17 months to begin.
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Andrei A. Gromyko
Gromyko
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Committee Cuts Airliner Funds In Budget Debate
The Senate Appropriations Committee rejected the Johnson administration SST request, halting new funds for development and recommending return of $30 million already advanced. It also proposed deferral of FAA grant changes and urged delaying airport aid program changes until a new plan is enacted. The action underscores U S and Soviet disarmament talks and broader arms control pressures.
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Poor People Campaign Leaders Plan Economic Boycotts
Leaders of the Poor People campaign in Odessa organize economic pressure as a tactic to advance their goals. The group aims to apply targeted boycotts to influence policy decisions and bring attention to economic hardship faced by participants.
Record Low Set In Odessa Today
Odessa records a new low of 61 degrees, beating the 1930 62-degree mark at the U S Weather Bureau Terminal. A cool start gives way to a weekend warmup with mid 90s by Friday, amid dry skies and a slight chance of isolated thundershowers.
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LeBaron Delayed Arrives as Delinquents Target Car
Eddie LeBaron, former football star directing a government program for juvenile delinquents, was delayed going to work after he explained to staff that two wheels were stolen from his car by juveniles.
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