Johnson viewed as tragic yet capable president in final week
Editorial reflects LBJ as a sympathetic figure who achieved much yet sought greatness. It notes strong support for his programs, acknowledges opposition, Paris quotes Browning, and recalls McCarthy’s New Hampshire challenge signaling doubt about re election before Johnson returns to the ranch to ponder what might have been.
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Johnson Presidency and Vietnam War Legacy
The article assesses Lyndon B. Johnson as a president who inherited Vietnam, saw it harm his political standing, and faced a costly conflict that overshadowed domestic gains in education, jobs for the poor, and civil rights. It describes him as a controversial, almost great leader admired by supporters yet never fully loved, leaving many national problems unresolved.
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Traditions of the Wild West on Arizona Roads
The piece notes Arizona faces rising traffic fatalities and warns about sloppy driving. It cites more rolling stops, wrong-lane passes, red lights, and tailgating, urging an end to the wild west driving mindset and safer road behavior.
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Arizona
Navy Puts Pueblo Seizure in Focus as Crew Talks Increase
Washington reports the Pueblo seizure prompts criticism of Navy leadership not the crew. Lloyd Bucher and his 82 sailors face questions as crew members discuss experiences with Navy authorities. Officials say orders were ambiguous and no direct guidance existed once harassment began.
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Readers defend library changes and staff in Scottsdale letter
The letter praises the library system changes while critiquing aspects of the charge out process. It urges economical staffing, supports a two week loan period, and commends the staff for courtesy and professionalism amid public debate.
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Harris wins Democratic National Committee chair
A week of intrigue culminates in Senator Fred Harris of Oklahoma being chosen as the Democratic National Committee chair. Vice President Hubert Humphrey approves after internal opposition shifts to Sanford, O’Hara, and other contenders, with Harris affirming a rebuild of the party machinery.
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Debated US antimissile plans amid China trade shifts
The article outlines U S concerns over China's missile capability and the push for a multibillion dollar antimissile program while noting West Germany and Italy expanded trade with China in 1967. It criticizes perceived American inattention to friends' ties with China as rival powers grow closer.
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California teachers push supplies over higher pay
In California a public school district faced a salary increase debate. Teachers reportedly favored funding more classroom materials and programs for about 6,000 students over higher pay, challenging the view some have that educators only seek bigger salaries.
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