Prince Sihanouk proposes negotiating with Viet Cong
Cambodian leader Prince Sihanouk, chief of staff, suggests bypassing Red China and North Vietnam to talk directly with the Viet Cong through its National Liberation Front. Former Prime Minister Anthony Eden echoes the idea as a possible path to peace near Saigon, noting Viet Cong secrecy and possible desire for home life.
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Prince Sihanouk
Cambodia
South Viet Nam
Red China
Viet Nam
National Liberation Front
Anthony Eden
United States
Saigon
Guardsmen: The Only Solution to Riots
Editorial argues nationwide rioting requires immediate National Guard deployment. It cites Watts as proof of swift guard action ending unrest and quotes Chicago police chief Orlando W. Wilson on force as essential. It warns that police limits and guerrilla like rioting risk broader racial backlash.
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Orlando W. Wilson
Chicago
National Guard
Red Learns Where to Start Marxist Revolt
FBI chief J Edgar Hoover warns Americans that the Communist Party is poised to take over the United States. The warning arrives during budget time as Congress debates funding.
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Red
J. Edgar Hoover
Communist Party
United States
FBI
Congress
Infiltration Tale From The Way Out Coffee Shop
Arthur Hoppe humorously reports a fictional Communist agent’s diary alleging attempts to infiltrate The New Left via a trendy Minneapolis coffee shop. The piece mocks political paranoia as the agent claims rapid infiltration across 43 groups and 72 causes, ending with a joke about the town they pick as most ripe for activity.
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Mr. Hoover
PTA
Fiks Club
Greater
Minneapolis
Jon
America
Dirksen Prayer Amendment Split Sparks Senate Debate
The Washington Star notes Jai Randolph’s 1860s maxim on disturbing a resting issue as Dirksen pushes a constitutional prayer amendment. It would bar officials from prescribing prayer form while allowing voluntary student prayer, risking a broad clash across Congress and state legislatures.
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Washington Star Service
Washington
Jai Randolph
Roanoke
Dirksen
Randolph
Senate
Willyuilly
High Court
Brennan
House
Judiciary Committee
Slum landlord greed sparks housing reform debate
The piece argues greedy slum landlords abuse private property rights to profit from filthy, rat-infested dwellings, fueling public demand for legislation and housing reform. It notes parallels with slavery and early factory greed, urging conservatives to back adequate housing for the poor and publicly provided housing options.
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Karl Marx
Robert
Taft
Johnson Has Yet to Prove Greatness
A critical look at Lyndon Baines Johnson’s career questions his leadership and the impact of his Vietnam policy and domestic spending. It contrasts his Senate mastery and decisive moments with perceived missteps and politicized crises in Washington.
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Johnson
Lyndon Baines Johnson
Senate
Dominican Republic
Washington
Detroit
Viet Nam
Editorial on public figures and youth in politics sparks debate
The letter condemns calls for listing young public figures and mocks the use of ballots. It argues adults should vote and participate, while criticizing activists and youth involved in marches and demonstrations. The piece highlights perceived hypocrisy among loud critics in public life.
Lakewood Council rejects land deal for city tree farm plan
Lakewood council denies property owners purchase of adjoining land released as flood control right of way. Councilman Nye argues for buying to provide access, citing 12 homes and a potential tax yield. city administrator Julian says land would become a tree farm with long term value and limited access.
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Lakewood
Los Angeles
Nye
Julian
Takewood
San Gabriel River
Edison
Advice to Dog Owners in Long Beach
A letter from Mrs A Z Smith at 2400 Orizaba Ave urges citizens to maintain property upkeep and curb dog nuisances. She argues dog owners must clean up after pets and avoid harassing neighbors, labeling neglectful owners as noisy citizens.
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Long Beach
A. Z. Smith
Orizaba Ave
Disgusted veteran urges bold Vietnam action by generals
A retired U.S. Navy man says Congress and Defense Secretary McNamara should recall General Howiin Mad Smith and General Chesty Puller to run jungle warfare. He argues a national emergency could avert draft card tearing and views Vietnam as a stalemate similar to Korea with ongoing casualties.
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U.S. Navy
Defense
McNamara
Marine Corps
Howiin
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