Withdrawal ends Romney bid for presidency
The Ottawa Herald notes Gov. George Romney’s withdrawal from the Republican presidential race comes as little surprise. He failed to overcome the brainwash controversy from Vietnam comments and failed to gain national traction despite a strong Michigan record. Polls and small crowds signaled the end.
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Nixon Rockefeller Reagan Struggle Shapes G.O.P. Mirror
The piece notes Nixon must overcome a negative image while Rockefeller fights fiscal baggage from New York. Reagan, though a California governor, is not yet seen as the clear front runner, recalling Goldwater era skepticism. The GOP faces a tight, uncertain path between the remaining leaders.
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Barry Goldwater
Mexico City’s Parks and Landmarks in a Portrait
A vivid sketch of Mexico City contrasting old Spanish streets with Alameda Park and Zocalo. It highlights the National Palace National Cathedral and Supreme Court, Chapultepec Park with its museum and zoo, and Reforma’s avenues. The piece notes the city’s spread, architecture, and public life.
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Televised Schedule Snapshot From 1968-69 Broadcast Day
A dense log lists daytime and evening TV slots across NBC specials, news, movies, and family shows. It names programs like Flintstones, Batman, Star Trek, Bonanza, and Wilderness-themed blocks, along with Weather and News insertions, spanning from 4 AM to 12:25 AM with multiple channels and repeating across days.
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Star Trek
Ashiya
Guns of Will Sonnett
Judd
NBC News
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Lucille Ball
Danny Thomas
Andy Griffith
Carol Burnett
Big Valley
Joey Bishop
Merv Griffin
Tonsils and hoarseness prompt medical notes
A reader asks about very small tonsils and constant hoarseness with weather changes. Drs note tonsils can harbor infection and throat irritation from smoking or postnasal drip. Recommend further examination if hoarseness persists and mention larynx issues and potential singer's nodes or tumors.
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Mother
R.L.K
Carol Channing Special Carried By Her Work
AP review notes Carol Channing anchors a TV special with strong costumes and production values but thin material. Guests include Walter Matthau and Eddy Arnold. NBC’s “Showcase 68” premieres June 11 with young musicians, concluding with an Sept. 3 finale.
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Cynthia Lowry
New York
Dolly
West Point
George Burns
Eddy Arnold
Walter Matthau
Miss Channing
Carol
NBC
Jerry Lewis and Company
Romney Ends Quixotic Bid After 100 Days Abroad
George Romney quits the Republican presidential race after a costly, world spanning 100 days of campaigning. He admits the effort failed to win New Hampshire and withdraws with thanks to campaign workers, recalling cold mornings, bowling attempts, and a long voyage that yielded little voter payoff.
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George Romney
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N.H
Republican Party
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Vietnam
Ottawa Herald Publisher Rates and AP Rights Notice
Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area by mail one month one dollar three months thirty three dollars six months five fifty one year ten dollars. Rates outside trade area by mail one month one dollar fifty three months four twenty five six months eight dollars one year fifteen dollars. The paper and AP news dispatches are reserved for Ottawa Herald local news.
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