Daley Sees Kerner as Third Term Question for Illinois
Editorial analyzes Mayor Daley’s forecast of Kerner’s reelection and the possibility of Kerner seeking other offices. It notes national Republican trends, Kerner’s eight-year tenure, potential alienation of allies, and the risk that party dynamics may hinder his bid more than his GOP opponent.
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Richard J. Daley
Democratic Party
Otto Kerner
Adlai Stevenson
Johnson
Kerner
William Stratton
Gov. Kerner
GOP gains reshape state legislatures in 1966 surge
The 1966 Republican wave shifted control in state legislatures with eight new governorships creating a 25 25 split in Kentucky and a national boost as Republicans gained 700 state legislative seats bringing total to 40 9 percent. Republican governors now number 26 signaling a move toward the political middle.
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GOP
Senate
Working House
Louis Nunn
Kentucky
Delaware
House of Representatives
Republi
New Jersey
Illinois
Republican Governors Association
Vietnam
U.S
Illinois receives Fortune boost for sesquicentennial
The January Fortune magazine features a 60 page Illinois advertising supplement funded by state industries costing taxpayers 11000. The piece salutes Illinois universities and industry while notes say it skews promotional rather than balanced journalism. Two Chicago writers were paid by Fortune for accompanying articles.
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Illinois
Fortune
Tate
Chicago
Van Allen warns US may lose space leadership to Soviets
Dr. James A. Van Allen of the University of Iowa fears Congress and NASA budget cuts threaten the United States dominance in planetary exploration. He cites Russia’s growing probes and the Venus capsule drop as signs the Soviets could surpass the US if priorities shift away from unmanned planetary missions.
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Howard Benedict
Associated Press
Iowa City
Iowa
James A. van Allen
State University of Iowa
Physics Research Center
van Allen
United States
Russia
Venus
Congress
NASA
Moon
Earth
Mars
Jupiter
Friends memories and time at Illinois The Times habit
Dave Felts reflects on old friends and the 1919 1920 era at the University of Illinois. He recalls dormless life, fraternities, and a shift to more comfortable rooms while noting alumni seeking a new chapter house and praising a Harold F Hutchison biography of Henry V. He notes renewed habit of reading The New York Times daily post retirement.
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Marion
University of Ilinois
Thomas Arkle Clark
Green Street
Champaign
Santa Claus
Postman
New York Times
Times
Cooler analysis by Russell Baker on Postwar France stance
In a 1968 New York Times column Russell Baker argues that anger at De Gaulle leads Americans to propose punitive measures against France, including demanding World War I debts. He contends such moves are impractical, likely to backfire, and would force the United States to fund France if France collapses financially.
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Russell Baker
New York Times
Washington
de Gaulle
France
United States
America
Louvre
Greece
Italy
Holland
Venice
Egypt
Persia
Rome
Notable American Nap for France War Debt and Culture
A satirical manifesto argues against blunt economic and military pressure on France. It mocks protectionist moves, urges increased tourism rather than restraint, and proposes sharp social tricks to irritate French pride while advocating subtle American pressure to avoid costly conflict.
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University of Michigan
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Henry V
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Laurence Olivier
Hutchison
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Catherine
Charles VI
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Owen Tudor
Royal House of Tudor
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