John Chamberlain Columnary Figure in Liberal Tradition
John Renssalaer Chamberlain, author of These Days and longtime journalist, earned a Yale PhD in 1926 and built a career at The New York Times Life magazine and major periodicals. He championed traditional freedoms, rejected rigid labels, and received awards in 1964 1965 for distinguished journalism and column writing. He lives in Cheshire Connecticut with his wife Ernestine Stodels and five children.
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Politicians in multiple fronts shape 1960s campaign
Sen Bobby Kennedy visits Watts Los Angeles to test support in urban black community while Sen Eugene McCarthy shifts from Milwaukee area to rural Wisconsin ahead of the presidential primary. President Johnson pledges to tackle poverty crime disease and hunger at home as Vietnam weighs. Rep Wright Patman attacks foundations’ tax receipts for war funding. Panama crisis deepens as two presidents face political peril. French demand monetary reform in exchange for aid to curb U S gold drain. Irish crash leads recoveries. Tuskegee Institute classes boycott seeks action. U S Public Health Service cites teen smoking drop.
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Saigon area battles yield 243 Viet Cong killed
U.S. spokesmen said Gis and South Vietnamese forces killed 243 Viet Cong near Saigon as tanks and jet fighters supported a fight two miles northwest of the capital near Trang Bang. Other actions included an ambush in A Shau Valley and a Viet Cong demolition attempt near Bien Hoa-Lon Binh bridges.
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War Donations Urged From Tax Exempt Groups
A House subcommittee report urged tax exempt foundations to donate their incomes for the Vietnam War. Rep. Wright Patman criticized foundations as playthings for the rich, noting overseas gifts while US needs go unmet. The report cited 1965 to 1967 overseas expenditures totaling $176.6 million and blasted the treasury as a toothless watchdog.
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Panama's Political Crisis Deepens as Guard Seizes Opponents
Panama in turmoil after National Assembly ousts President Robles in impeachment. National Guard arrests about 200 opponents, raids National Union HQ, and clears streets with tear gas. Delvalle forms new government but keeps Guard leadership, risking greater conflict and U.S. recognition issues.
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Democrats Host Victory Dinner
The 1968 Campaign Season begins with the Victory, 1968 Dine event at Miramar East Fort Walton Beach on Wednesday April 3 at 7 PM. Sponsored by the Democratic Party of Florida and local Democratic groups. Admission is 7.50 per plate or ticket. fundraiser led by Mrs. Mattie Kelly Destin. Edwin L. Mason of Tallahassee Public Service Commission will be the featured speaker.
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Johnson Defends Policies in Fiery Vietnam Speech
President Johnson blasted critics at a labor conference, defending domestic policies and the Vietnam War. He claimed American progress under his 1964 68 leadership was unmatched, urged resolve, and warned opponents while urging continued national unity.
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Bruner Announces Calendar Changes For Make Up Days
School Superintendent Max Bruner Jr announces calendar revisions to replace days lost during a teacher walkout. Make up days include April 15 and June 3–7 plus several Saturdays at Wright Elementary Oakland Heights Edge Laurel Hill. Post planning days shift to June 1 8 and Monday June 10.
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Laurel Hill
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Constable Hendrix Seeks Re Election
Constable Ruben G. Hendrix of District 6 announces he will seek re election in the forthcoming May primary. He has served since May 1964 after being appointed to finish an unexpired term and previously served as Okaloosa County Deputy Sheriff. He emphasizes continuing high standards of law enforcement and close cooperation with city, county and state agencies.
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Voter Drive Opens Today in Florida Registration Push
Registration runs today through March 30 at Brook's Plaza from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m with possible extension into the evening. Organized by the Democratic Women's Club under Supervisor Elsie Garrett, it sets residency, citizenship, and age requirements and notes party affiliation affects primary voting. Additional sites include Crestview courthouse and Okaloosa Island Authority.
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