What Is His Place in History Johnson Farewell Address
The article reflects on Lyndon B. Johnson and his place in history after his farewell address. It notes his reluctant ascent to the presidency, his political challenges, and questions how posterity will judge his handling of Vietnam urban crises inflation civil rights and foreign policy. It suggests skepticism about his legacy and weighs the overall turmoil of his years in office.
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Why Fight It Inevitable New Year Resolutions Memoir
A 1969 reflection on New Year resolutions as friends struggle with self discipline. One succumbs to abstaining from cigars and grows irritable, another becomes overly polite yet tense, and a third loses weight while becoming gloomy. The narrator rejects reform, choosing not to change his own character or pursue resolutions, viewing them as futile exercises.
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Flu shot tips and needle sharpness discussed
Mrs. F M asks if doctors or nurses can avoid black bruised spots from injections and whether shot techniques matter. The letter warns about reuse dulling needles and the need for sharp needles, noting sterilization may dull them.
Disposable needles promise sterile use at low cost
Readers are advised that disposable needles and syringes, about a dime each, ensure sharpness and sterility. Some injections cause discoloration depending on depth and needle size. dark spots are unpredictable. Letters describe post hysterectomy infections, growing pains, thyroid and cholesterol links, and tearing from cold air with possible tear duct issues.
Another Attempt To Increase Those Fixed Incomes
New York AP reports Lyndon Johnson pushes larger Social Security and Medicare expansions. He cites 24 million Social Security beneficiaries and 20 million Medicare eligible, arguing broader coverage is needed despite opposition that labels programs mismanaged or inflationary. Urban living and mobility strain traditional elder care.
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Television Log Of A sprawling broadcast day
A dense screen of program titles lists movies, news, sports and variety shows across the day and night. The schedule includes numerous classics and contemporary programs with repeated Faith For Our Times and News segments, punctuated by weather, sports and special events.
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Faith For Our Times
Talks begin amid vague Vietnam peace plan
Paris AP reports the Vietnam talks open this Saturday under a vague agreement that promises slow progress. Disputes over seating arrangements delay the first enlarged meeting at the International Conference Center as 16 delegates sit at a single big round table with two long small tables placed at opposite sides, a split that both sides claim as a line between their camps.
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Conference seating reshaped as four equals in Paris talks
In Paris, North Vietnam, the Front and Saigon negotiators settle on a four-equals concept with two allied sides. The Americans and South Vietnam form one bloc while Hanoi and the Front form the other. First speakers will be Phong and Vance, with North Vietnamese and Front leaders free to set order, signaling tough procedural battles ahead.
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Prayer Confirms Compassion For All Through Faith
A devotional prayer seeks to forbid desolation and fear among people worldwide. It asks God to grant genius to recognize that His love works through human struggle to achieve a better life for everyone through Jesus Christ. Amen.
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Fourth war loan drive opens in Ottawa meeting
Auld Lang Syne notes 25 years ago report that the fourth war loan drive would be officially launched in Ottawa with an 8 p.m. Friday meeting of workers at the North American Hotel. 50 years ago Gov Henry J. Allen proposed his first act as Kansas governor a wage hike for teachers.
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Ottawa Herald Rates and Ownership Notice
The Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade and outside areas with monthly and yearly options. Editor and Publisher is Robert B. Wellington and the paper notes AP news dispatch use.
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