Editorial Opinion Questions GOP Economic Claims
The Republican National Congressional Committee mails a critique of the Johnson administration amid rising food costs. The piece argues inflation stems from war, labor, and demand while noting limited GOP distinction on Viet Nam. It warns that a GOP Congress would not drastically deflate the economy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican National Congressional Committee
U.S
Congress
Viet Nam
Johnson
Republican Congress
National Republican Congressional Committee
GOP
Administration Defends Free Speech Against Viet Nam Demonstration Bill
The Johnson administration opposed the anti-Viet Nam demonstration bill and praised Congress for avoiding a potential infringement on First Amendment rights. It argued existing statutes already curb aid to the Viet Cong and noted no battlefield evidence showed morale harm from dissent. The stance aims to restore dignity in Congress and free lawmakers from HUAC-driven pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House UN- American Activities Committee
HUAC
Johnson
Congress
Custer and Sitting Bull in Presidential Dreams
The piece contrasts Custer’s alleged bold attack to gain a political edge with Sitting Bull’s actual victory yet no nomination. It also notes the balance of market sentiment with pessimists and optimists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen
Custer Ba'dly
Sitting Bull
Cicero Residents Face King March Silent Treatment
In Cicero a planned Martin Luther King civil rights march sparks debate about turnout and reaction. Residents could ignore or shade windows, while officials warn violence could draw national attention and Monday headlines.
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Cicero
Chicago
Martin Luther King
Kerner
National Guard
King
al Capone
Reader notes on Roger Williams and varied reminiscences
The column recalls pianist Roger Williams’ motorcycle accident with no finger injury and cites a Des Moines Register report. It contrasts with historical Roger Williams, founder of Rhode Island, and cites 19th century fashion and toothbrush mentions. It ends with reflections on Childrens’ social changes and a note on stamps and Herblock royalties.
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Roger Williams
Des Moines Register
Louis Weertz
Des Moines
Rogert Williams
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Aidit's Execution Ties End of PKI Rise to Sept. 30 Coup
The New York Times recounts the capture and execution of Dipa Nusantara Aidit, PKI chairman, as Indonesia reels from the September 30 coup attempt. It details the PKI rise, Sukarno’s NASAKOM strategy, army opposition, and the ensuing purge that reshaped Indonesian politics.
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Solo
Java
Dipa Nusantara
Aidit
PKI
Jakarta
Asia
Viet Nam
China
United States
Sukarno
Valve
Sukerno
Wen Fiey
Sriharto
Dr. Subandrio
Aid
Peking
Moscow
Tnc Necian
Indonesia
Seymour Topping
New York Times
Southeast Asia
Abdul Haris Nasution
Acmad Yani
Nasakom
Subandrio
Council of Generals
Nasakom Concent
Sumitro
East Java
Jaojakarta
Central Java
Jaa
Halim
Subandrie
Sumatra
Jogjakarta
Nasution
Suharto
Bogar
Pranoto
East St Louis Teachers Threaten Third Strike
East St Louis public school teachers rejected a board settlement and called a rally for 9 a.m. Monday as they prepare to strike if negotiations fail. More than 800 teachers represented by Local 1220 of the AF of T seek wage increases from 6 to 17 percent amid a contract dispute. Classes start Tuesday after an institute on Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East St. Louis
Rex Carr
American Federation of Teachers
Teachers union invites NEA members to join AFT AFL-CIO
The 125000 member American Federation of Teachers extended an invitation to nearly 860000 NEA classroom teachers to join the AFT and the AFL-CIO.
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American Federation of Teachers
National Education Association
Department of Classroom Teachers
AFT
Afl-Cio
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Cleopatra
Philadelphia
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New York
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Sam Levenson
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Grand Army of the Republic
Decatur
Herbert L. Block
Herblock
U.S Post Office Department
Communist Party
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