Rusk denies LBJ planned to widen Vietnam war in 1964
Former Secretary of State Dean Rusk testified before a Senate Judiciary subcommittee that President Johnson had no plans to enlarge the Vietnam war in August 1964 when the Tonkin Gulf resolution broadened presidential powers. Other witnesses included Averell Harriman and William Bundy as the committee pressed for more executive-branch information on classified material and foreign aid.
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Harassment of colonel charged in life remarks
The ACLU accuses the Army of harassing Lt. Col. Anthony Herbert after Life magazine published his critique of U S conduct in Vietnam. The group urged Army Secretary to end the investigation, arguing Herbert’s First Amendment rights are being violated. Herbert, a highly decorated veteran, criticized command failures and warned of more violence if senior officers were not held accountable. He appeared with counsel as investigators sought to question him about his Life interview.
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Missing My Lai paper snags Henderson trial
Fort Meade Md UPI a military judge will decide if a missing report on the My Lai massacre can dismiss the dereliction of duty charge against Col Oran Henderson The judge also denied defense demands for more specifics on the charges and delayed ruling on access to the Barker report as pretrial sessions conclude Henderson Calley and Medina figures in the mass killings and juror selection is set for August with the trial to begin soon
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House rejects bid to halt Amchitka nuclear test plan
The House voted 282 to 10 to block 19.7 million dollars for the Amchitka underground nuclear test planned for October on Amchitka Island to test a Spartan missile warhead. Supporters argued the blast risks earthquakes and tidal waves. opponents cited expert studies and national security needs.
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Pentagon Papers Reading Broadcast by New York Radio
WBALFM began airing a read of the Pentagon papers with commentary by congressmen and war foes. About 45 readers taped segments from the paperback edition. The full reading, about four hours, started 10:06 a.m. Thursday and ends Friday with listener feedback to be used later.
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