Kennedy presses bills to ban unfair literacy tests
Robert Kennedy urged passage of a bill to outlaw literacy tests used to bar Black voters. He cited counties where no Black adults were registered and others with under 5 percent registration, arguing the discrimination lies in how literacy is assessed. He advocated an objective standard replacing the current subjective color bar.
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Nixon Campaigns on Cuba in Californias Speech
Katanga Brown charged at a San Francisco Democratic breakfast that Nixon would campaign on Cuba and Katanga while trying to hide his ignorance of Californias Short-Doyle mental health plan. Brown criticized Nixon for focusing on a grandstand about faraway issues rather than California needs.
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Mrs. Eunice Kennedy Shriver Visits Panel in Sheffield
Mrs Eunice Kennedy Shriver sister of the President visited Sheffield as a consultant to the President's panel on mental retardation. She met local officials and discussed policy and research needs as part of her national outreach.
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England
UPD
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Kennedy
Four Taipan Snakes Hatched in Australia For Transport to San Diego
In Brisbane a reptile reserve hatches four deadly taipan eggs from Alexandra the mother. The four young snakes will be flown to the San Diego Zoo. David Fleay of Burleigh Fauna Reserve notes Alexandra may be the first taipan to hatch four clutches in captivity. The taipan is Australia’s most venomous snake.
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San Diego
Calif
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David Fleay
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Light Illinois Primary Vote Seen in Year’s First
Chicago reports show a light turnout in Illinois as polls opened for the year's first state primary. Early forecasts suggested turnout between 1.6 and 1.8 million eligible voters, with registration at about 5.14 million. Most polls opened at 6 a.m. and weather was favorable, but races appeared few to energize participation.
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Chicago
Megatane System Measures Gasoline Quality Beyond Octane
Mobil engineers rate gasoline with Megatane, expanding beyond Octane to assess total motor performance. The system covers 21 qualities including anti-knock, cleaner operation, mileage, power, longevity, and fewer repairs, helping consumers choose richer fuels.
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