Nixon vows to end war if elected president in New Hampshire
Former Vice President Richard Nixon told about 200 people in Hampton New Hampshire that if elected he would end the Vietnam War and win peace in the Pacific He criticized the Johnson administration for wasting military power and warned the Soviet Union had overtaken the United States in strategic capabilities Nixon spoke ahead of the March 12 New Hampshire primary and noted the power balance had shifted since Eisenhower's era.
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Viet Cong Invaders Seized Hospital Then Driven Back
In Saigon three hundred Viet Cong attacked a provincial capital and seized the hospital before government troops repelled them after a day of fighting. Official tallies reported about 195 communists killed and shelling hit multiple capitals and bases including Cam Ranh Bay.
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Medicaid cutback bills push through amid party clash
In Albany, Assembly Speaker Travia lost control of the Democratic majority as Republicans force a discharge motion to advance Medicaid cutback legislation. The Ways and Means committee met to consider bills approved in the Senate, signaling a likely vote tomorrow.
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Pound hits new low as gold demand stays high
In London the pound fell to a new low amid strong gold demand. The Bank of England intervened near the open lifting the rate briefly, with the dollar parity near 35.10 after lively trading and expectations of further sales to cap the London market.
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Goldwater Withholds Support Amid GOP Rift
Former senator Barry Goldwater said he would not back New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller for the Republican presidential nomination. He cited 1964 actions and did not indicate whether he would oppose Rockefeller in the current race. In Democratic news, aides decided not to run President Johnson in Massachusetts, leaving Eugene McCarthy with a first ballot pledge of 72 delegates.
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CBS President urges six year pause on equal time rule
Frank Stanton, president of the Columbia Broadcasting System, urged Congress to suspend for six years the equal time requirement for broadcasters. He argued the pause would allow TV and radio stations to provide more meaningful campaign coverage and called the rule negative and repressive.
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Goldwater rules out Rockefeller support in 1964 bid
Barry Goldwater said Rockefeller cannot back him or he would not back Rockefeller due to 1964 positions. He predicted party opposition if Rockefeller shifts from draft availability to seeking the nomination and warned of Romney-like backlash.
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Today's Chuckle: Bent by Work Beats Creeked by Avoidance
A lighthearted quip notes the value of steady effort over taking the easy way out. The pun suggests resilience and diligence lead to sturdier results than dodging responsibility.
Airliner Hijacked by Unidentified Persons to Havana
An Avianca four engine DC4 with 30 aboard was hijacked shortly after takeoff from Barranquilla at 7:30 a.m. EST and forced to fly to Havana. The flight was en route to Riohacha near the Venezuelan border when seized.
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Senate Okays Anti Riot Vote In Civil Rights Debate
The Senate overrode Vice President Humphrey and set up a vote on attaching an anti riot provision to the civil rights package. Holland moved for unanimous consent twice, facing initial obstruction from Morse before a later motion gained attention.
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Killing Follows Wallace. Omaha Riots Spike
An off duty policeman guarding a pawn shop shot and killed a Negro youth during disorders after George Wallace's visit in Omaha Nebraska. Dozens were injured as bands of youths smashed storefronts and bus windows and pelted vehicles with bricks and rocks. Police cleared demonstrators after the Civic Auditorium rally as Wallace spoke amid hurled objects.
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Nixon Calls For New Leadership Over NKorea Threat
Nixon warned that the Soviet Union could surpass the United States within four years and urged new leadership after North Korea seized the spy ship USS Pueblo in January. He argued that American respect has fallen and an unresolved war by November would justify sweeping leadership change.
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Talks Continue as White House Pressures Copper Strike Talks
Washington reports talks between union and management resumed under pressure from President Johnson to resolve the national copper strike.
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Today's Features Illegitimacy Editorial Costs Rise
The article discusses rising financial burdens to support illegitimate children and mothers, noting annual increases in costs and inviting reader comment on today s editorial perspective.
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