Johnson Opens Door To Changes In Civil Rights Bill
President Johnson signals willingness to accept amendments that do not weaken the civil rights bill as Senate debate enters its 44th day. Humphrey says the House bill is preferred but amendments that preserve strength may be allowed. Southern opposition holds off on a fixed voting time for the jury trial amendment.
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No UFOs Found Threatening U S Security
The Air Force reports it has investigated over 8,000 sightings in 16 years and found no evidence that UFOs threaten U S security. Probes since 1947 show no alien interplanetary vehicles. Dr. J Allen Hynek recently joined field investigations in Socorro New Mexico as Project Bluebook extends through 1963. 7.7 percent of 2,128 cases remain unidentified.
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Associated Press
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Dearborn Observatory
Northwestern University
Henry Francis du Pont Wins Jefferson Award in New York
The National Society of Interior Designers awards its first Thomas Jefferson honor to Henry Francis du Pont, chairman of the White House redecoration committee, in New York.
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Thomas Jefferson
National Society of Interior Designers
Henry Francis du Pont
White House
Scranton Sees Democratic Troubles in Pennsylvania Next November
Pennsylvania Gov. William W. Scranton predicts a Democratic split in his state after Tuesday's primary. He says President Johnson will face trouble in Pennsylvania due to an internecine fight over major issues, as Musmanno leads Blatt for the U. S. Senate nomination. He notes his own write for president won a state record yet changes none of his stance.
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Supreme Court
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Genevieve Blatt
U. S. Senate
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Reischauer Ill in Honolulu May Have Hepatitis
Edwin O. Reischauer the U S ambassador to Japan, who arrived in Honolulu to recover from a stab wound, is ill and may have hepatitis, a liver ailment, according to medical reports.
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French President Leaves Cochin Hospital After Surgery
President Charles de Gaulle departed Cochin Hospital in Paris two weeks after prostate gland surgery. He rode in a limousine with Mrs. de Gaulle as a crowd applauded his exit and he waved to onlookers before heading to the Élysée Palace.
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Winning Roosevelt Raceway twin double ticket buyer identified
The $132 232 80 payout remains unclaimed as a nervous man described as Princeton class of 1955 attire bought the tickets. George Hawkins on the track mezzanine recalls the buyer using two $100 bills and purchasing 18 ten dollar tickets across races six and seven, with a broken machine delaying the punch.
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Ancient Vase Unearthed On Rogers Island
An amateur archaeologist found a seven inch Oriental vase on Rogers Island in the Hudson River possibly dating from the 14th to 16th century era, inscribed in Chinese and linked to a British soldier during the Revolutionary War. State and private archaeologists estimate its age and suggest it may have been a Roman Catholic altar piece brought by troops stationed at the island around 1758.
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Youth, Vigor To Be Displayed At GOP Convention
The Republican National Committee plans a television friendly convention in San Francisco with three star performers. Sen. Thurston B. Morton of Kentucky will serve as permanent chairman, Gov. Mark Hatfield of Oregon as temporary chairman, and State Chairman Robert A. Forsythe of Minnesota as keynote speaker. Morton, 56, secures a central role after a deadlock between congressional leaders and GOP governors.
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Republican National Arrangements Committee
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Oregon
Robert A. Forsythe
Minnesota
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House
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Indiana
Eisenhower
Barry Goldwater
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Cost of Living Edges Up in March
The consumer price index rose one-tenth of a percent in March with higher housing medical care and transportation costs offsetting lower food prices. CPI reached 107.7. Deputy Commissioner Robert J. Myers said further increases may come in April but found no serious inflation and called prices generally stable during a broad upturn.
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Robert Moses undergoes prostate surgery
Robert Moses president of the World's Fair has had nonmalignant prostate surgery. Roosevelt Hospital announced the 75 year old was operated on Tuesday and is reported in excellent condition.
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Robert Moses
Roosevelt Hospital
Child Killed by Car in Cohoes Street Incident
A seven year old boy, Stanley Hamas, was struck and killed by an automobile on a street near his home in Cohoes New York on Wednesday. The driver remained at the scene and investigators began examining the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
Bishop Sheen and Wallace Attack Supreme Court Prayer Ruling
Roman Catholic Bishop Fulton J. Sheen and Alabama Governor George C. Wallace criticized the Supreme Court ruling banning official prayer in public schools. They accused the court of bypassing elected representatives and fear the decision undermines faith and traditional values. The House committee weighs constitutional amendment options to overturn the ruling.
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George C. Wallace
Alabama
Supreme Court Today
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New York
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Supreme Court
Wallace
United States
Frank J. Becker
R-N.y
Witnesses Refuse Answers at Buffalo Subversion Hearing
In Buffalo the House Un American Activities sub committee session faced fierce resistance as witnesses invoked the Fifth Amendment to avoid questions about Communist ties. Several were ejected or barred from entry as pickets demonstrated outside the U S Court House while Andrew Berecz, a former FBI undercover agent, testified on alleged local infiltration.
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U.S. Court House
Andrew Berecz
FBI
Truman to be honored by farmers on 80th birthday
In Independence Missouri a Friday luncheon honors former President Harry S. Truman for his 80th birthday May 8 and his four major policy aims including Point IV. A Johnson message will be read by Agriculture Secretary Orville Freeman at the tributes from Farmers of America.
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Orville L. Freeman
British Buses to Reach Cuba in June
Havana radio reports the first of 450 British built buses will arrive in June to bolster Cuba’s public transport system. The $11.5 million deal between Fidel Castro’s government and Leyland Motors Corp of England includes spare parts, with Leyland workers praising the sale amid anti US pressure.
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Cease-fire strain as mortar fire hits Kyrenia range
In Cyprus, Greek Cypriot forces violate a cease-fire by shelling the Kyrenia mountains, as UN observers convert patrols to permanent posts. No casualties reported. Canadian peacekeepers face small arms fire near Aghirda, while Swedish troops disarm fighters in Timi. Makarios government signals cautious support for UN plan amid renewed clashes.
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Thant
Prem Singh Gyani
Mississippi GOP faces new election law clash in House
In Jackson Mississippi lawmakers debate a 22 bill GOP reform package aimed at party standards and primary rules. Rep Roy Strickland vows no quick victory as GOP chairman Wirt Yerger and Sen Everett Dirksen loom. In Washington US officials urge Britain to revise Cuba trade policy to deny Castro vital industry and transport links.
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Rusk Arrives in Ottawa for Trade Talks with Pearson
U S Secretary of State Dean Rusk arrived in Ottawa to meet Prime Minister Lester B Pearson and participate in a joint U S Canadian Cabinet committee on trade and economic affairs.
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Dean Rusk
Lester B. Pearson
Cuba vows to use arms to halt U2 flights
Fidel Castro said Cuba will defend sovereignty and may use weapons to stop U2 reconnaissance flights over Cuba. He spoke to diplomats and reporters in Havana on Wednesday night and did not specify if Soviet missiles would be used. The U.S. will continue the flights despite Cuban protests and Soviet support.
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Luci Baines Johnson Crowned Apple Blossom Queen
Luci Baines Johnson, 16, daughter of the President, is crowned queen of the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester Virginia. She will take an oath to govern with prudence and justice as crowds look on and a ceremony at Handley High School proceeds with Gen Curtis LeMay presenting the crown and Harry Byrd Jr. escorting.
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