Evers Wins Runoff Bid in Mississippi Race for Congress
Jackson AP Charles Evers clinches a runoff spot against Charles Griffin for the Mississippi congressional seat vacated by Gov. Williams. Evers led the first round with 33,645 to 28,792 for Griffin amid a heavy Negro turnout and a six man white conservative field. Griffin vows to unite supporters for a decisive March 12 contest.
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Kansas Group OKs LBJ Farm Aid Proposals
The Kansas Farmers Union legislative steering committee telegraphed support for President Johnson's seven point farm program to the White House on Tuesday night. Chairman Phil Doyle of Beloit and union president signed the telegram questioning wartime profits and price controls.
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