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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1967
Page
4
Editorial notes Harold Holt died by drowning and could influence Australia’s stance on the Vietnam War. It highlights Holt’s push for closer Asia ties and a more liberal immigration policy, praising his humane approach while warning successors to maintain it.
H G Taylor of the Republican County Chairmen's Association accuses Richard Ogilvie supporters of rigging an endorsement. The letter to 102 GOP county chairmen urges restraint and warns against dictatorial tactics as the primary fight unfolds.
Television commentator Howard K. Smith notes Richard Nixon's revival as a strong GOP hopeful. Nixon gains esteem among state and county officials and seeks to shed the tricky Dick image while positioning between hawks and doves on Vietnam.
Controversies and protests mark 1967 on Illinois campuses as students clashed over war civil rights and governance. Administrators faced resignations and budget skirmishes while the Master Plan spurred new colleges and debates over private tuition. The year ended with tentative compromises and forecasts for 1968.
Eli Borkon M D of Carbondale argues the Illinois Central Railroad should not discontinue the Carbondale to St Louis passenger run without a public survey. He urges improved interurban style service with automation to cut costs and reduce congestion, asks ICC to consider citizen input.
James Reston surveys the 1967 GOP scene noting the alleged Eastern Establishment has faded, Nixon edges toward nomination with southern and midwestern support, Rockefeller is not gaining primaries, and power centers shift to California Texas and Ohio with conservatives in focus.
The piece discusses Roosevelt era figures Douglas Dillon and Robert Lovett arguing against Nixon, parallels to Eisenhower in 1952, and Rockefeller’s uncertain path. It notes Rockefeller trails Nixon in delegates, lacks Eisenhower’s recent popularity, and faces tepid Eastern Establishment enthusiasm, with pressure likely focusing on the Oregon primary and key Republican governors.
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