Platforms Dividing Lines in 1964 Party Platforms
Editorial argues the 1964 Republican and Democratic platforms reveal clear distinctions on nuclear policy prosperity and fiscal responsibility. It notes Goldwater's NATO control stance, presidential sole authority on nuclear weapons, economic expansion claims, budget debates, and condemnations of extremism, urging voters to study platforms before deciding.
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United States
Defense Department
Oh Yong Zai Egg Assault at Osaka Trade Fair
Oh Yong Zai, a youthful Korean, threw an egg at a large Mao portrait during a Communist Chinese trade fair in Osaka, Japan, and was arrested by Japanese police as he acted amid global sympathy. The incident sparks talk of his possible political ambitions.
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Osaka
Japan
Mao Tse-lung
Second Look at Mississippi Democrats at the Convention Hall
The piece mocks Mississippi Democratic efforts to enter a hall while delegates and spectators rush out. It notes a compromised scene, mentions a growing poverty issue in a young man, and jokes about welcome visits and combining events with the Miss America pageant to boost viewer interest.
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Mississippi
Mississippi Goes It Alone in Party Walkout
Mississippi Democrats break from the credentials committee loyalty oath, with Gov. Paul B. Johnson backing a split toward Goldwater. Former Gov. Hoss Barnett cheers a regional course, while critics say the move won’t revive state influence or repeal party unity. The piece argues the old order in Mississippi likely ends, not redefines, party alignment.
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Mississippi
Paul B. Johnson
Lhuge
National Democratic Party
South
Johnson
Barnett
United States
Tuesday Show at the Democratic Convention Lacked Spark
The Democratic convention Tuesday session failed to captivate national audiences as TV networks struggled to fill air time. Delegates from Mississippi staged a retreat while platform readings drained drama and left viewers bored and confused by the convention’s pace.
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Lyndon Johnson
Mississippi
Credentials Committee
Time Needed For Remapping In The One Man One Vote Era
An editorial notes state legislatures face pressure after a Supreme Court ruling requiring one person one vote. Some move quickly, others plan hasty changes to avoid November outvotes. The piece discusses potential effects on party balance and constitutional restraints.
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Supreme Court
Johnson aims broad middle ground in Great Society bid
Atlantic City Aug 27 Associated Press report on Lyndon B. Johnson’s strategy to attract all Americans by presenting a broad middle ground against Barry Goldwater. Emphasizes unity, racial justice, and a wide range of social reforms, with focus on business backing and public support for the Great Society. Johnson’s record includes civil rights, Medicare efforts, and a major tax cut, amid foreign policy challenges in Cyprus, Laos, Vietnam, and regional tensions.
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Associated Press
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Lyndon B. Johnson
All
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Barry Goldwater
Minneapolis
Minn
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Kennedy
Cyprus
Greece
Turkey
Laos
Viet Nam
Panama
Cuba
Washington
Texas House
Gallup Poll Sees Johnson Boost From Viet Nam Action
A Gallup Poll shows Johnson gaining ground after his call for immediate retaliation over the PT boat attack. The shift follows a prior period when most voters criticized the administration's Viet Nam handling. Democrats and independents largely approve the U S government’s management, while the GOP fears the issue’s impact.
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N. J
Johnson
U. S
Viet Nam
Gallup
PT Boal
Neighbor Shoots Reader's Dog With Pellet Gun
A 12 year old red Cocker Spaniel was shot by an unknown neighbor on a Wednesday morning in Murphysboro. The incident, reported to editor of The Southern Illinoisan, caused distress to the reader and family. Authorities or further details are not provided in the readable text.
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