Gun law debate and Kennedy murder shift in Congress
The editorial notes public pressure nudging Congress toward a gun law, while condemning a weak compromise. It cites Gov. Williams opposition in Arizona, argues guns alone cannot curb violence, and endorses Sen. Tydings proposed law restricting gun ownership, licensing, and registration to block dangerous individuals and aid police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Robert F. Kennedy
Arizona
Jack Williams
Joseph Tydings
D-Md
Tydings
Ambulance Crash Highlights Seat Belt Reminder
An ambulance ran a red light and collided with a car. A patient died and a nurse was seriously injured while four car occupants wore seat belts and escaped serious harm. Courts will decide fault. belt use likely saved lives.
Kennedy assassination reshapes mood not the Democratic race
Roscoe Drummond analyzes the Kennedy assassination's impact on the national mood and the presidential race. He argues Humphrey's nomination gains traction, Kennedy delegates shift, and Nixon becomes likelier as voters seek change. A call for nonviolence and unity follows Kennedy's death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Robert Kennedy
Drummond
Humphrey
Sen
McCarthy
Kennedy
McGill Warns of Giant Revolt Over Global Inequality
Ralph McGill notes a looming social upheaval if rich nations ignore rising discontent. Parker cites 2 billion people affected, with Western countries pulling back from world involvement amid domestic crises and migration stresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph McGill
Parker
The
Parker Pen Co
Britain
United States
France
Belgium
Italy
West Germany
The Mailbag Sir Calls for Action on Gun Control Welfare and Vietnam
A letter urges three urgent national moves: tough gun laws with firearm registration and bans on mail orders. reform of welfare into a guaranteed annual income with federal job training and school meals for disadvantaged children. and rapid end to the Vietnam War through negotiations or phased withdrawal. The author, Walter A. McClenaghan of Scottsdale Virginia Ave, signs the appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vietnam
Gun monument deemed far out and harmful to city planning
A letter to the editor blasts a proposed gun monument as far out, urging grouping with two adjacent art pieces made from broken tricycles and golf clubs. The writer argues not to blame guns but criminals, and calls for more focus on gun control measures.
Detroit mayor pleads for return to sanity over arms race
Mayor Jerome P. Cavanaugh calls Detroit's threat of racial tension a public hysteria fueled by rumors and two stalled newspapers. Capt. Raymond McConnel warns gun buying worsens the climate as residents flock to gun clinics. He urges calm and accurate reporting to prevent panic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerome P. Cavanaugh
Detroit
Mich
Raymond McConnel
Michigan State ‘Police
Cavanaugh
Wallace and third party hopes loom in national race
An interview from George Wallace's headquarters argues for a three party dynamic. Wallace foresees a political realignment with a strong anti establishment sentiment and potential votes that could push the race to the House. He warns of police and civil order issues and critiques federal control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
George Wallace
United States
House of Representatives
Considene
Wisconsin
Wallace
Supreme Court
Washington
Also Mentioned on This Page
Roscoe Drummond
Lican
Richard Nixon
Sen. Kennedy
California
Johnson
D. S. Parker
McGill
U.S
Erlands
Mississippi
Alabama
Puerto Rico
United Nations
Africa
Asia
Japan
India
China
Food and Agricultural Organization
South Vietnam
America
Walter A. McCleneghan
Virginia Ave
Scottsdale
Davenport (Jr
Times-Democrat
Ovest
Herblock
Tin Flannery
Baltimore Evening Sun
Robert D. Zschiesche
Greensboro
N.C
Bob Considine
National Republican Party
Deep South
National Democratic Party
South
Lurleen
Selma
Scottsdale Progress
Jonathan Marshall
Jerry ‘McElfresh
W. B
Doc" Wright
Scottsdale Daily Progress
Scottsdale Publishing Company
Ball Park Plaza
Ariz
Scottsdale, Ariz
Progress
NTN
Asboaa Newspaces Association For Greater Pubs
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!