Senate Debates 44.8 Billion Federal Share Plan
The Senate opened the second day of debate on a five year plan to share 44.8 billion dollars in federal funds with states and localities. Proposals to annually review the plan faced opposition in Congress while rural areas seek fairer distribution and urban states push for larger shares. The bill ties grant formulas to population income and tax effort, with critics warning against urban bias.
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Weeps in Joint Talk of Campaign Visit Missouri
The article reports a joint campaign event in Missouri with Surpent Shriver and Eagleton accompanying the candidate. It notes the first state visit by Shriver in the Mininee era, with appearances planned in Jefferson City and Columbia.
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Political Roundup. Demos Win Some, Lose Some
A mixed political roundup covers shifts in support among major parties. It notes McGovern facing internal strains while youth groups and some labor factions pivot toward Nixon, with AFL-CIO remaining neutral or split. Remarks from McGovern aides and relatives emphasize unity and ongoing campaign tensions ahead of the election.
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Woodwari
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Demo Voter Chairman Resigns Post
Washington report says Frank Thompson resigns as national chairman of the Democrats voter registration drive, citing interference by McGovern campaign managers and a push to place Thompson in Congress. McGovern urged Thompson to stay on, while Thompson said he must return to duties and effort to seek re election in a new district.
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Black Named Chairman Elect at Southern Governors Meet
The first black chairman-elect of the Southern Governor's Conference was named as Evans, who becomes chair in 1978, with Gov. George Wallace praised for unity. West steps to chair, while Evans rejects hints of Wallace compromise, and debates over school busing linger among the governors.
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McGovern Visit Draws Sparse Texas Rally Attendance
George McGovern's Dallas Houston swing in Texas drew a tepid reception from traditional Democrats as senior office-holders skipped a rally of about four thousand supporters. Aides blamed timing and the party's split, while McGovern pressed for union endorsements and attacked Nixon's inflation and foreign policy. He also highlighted labor concerns and pledged to rally the fiber vote, with stops planned to review weaknesses and strengths ahead of the November race.
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Ruling on Texas county judge election sparks uncertainty
The U.S. Court of Appeals urged a lower court to reconsider jurisdiction in a disputed 1970 Harvison County primary. Incumbent Jim Ammerman led with 4,073 votes to James Collins 7. Collins challenged the results claiming many illegal mail ballots. A new Democratic nomination election was ordered locally, with potential further appeals through the Texas Civil Appeals court.
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