Kennedy Suffers Oregon Setback in Tight Primary Fight
Oregon results tilt to McCarthy with 45 percent to Kennedy's 39 percent as Humphrey and Johnson trail. Kennedy must perform strongly in California to stay viable, while McCarthy eyes a California win to gain momentum. Humphrey could benefit from the upheaval as campaigns shift toward the Golden State and New York delegates.
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Humphrey wins 57 Florida delegates in primary
Florida primary results show Hubert Humphrey favored slate winning 37 delegates while Eugene McCarthy took four. The Smathers slate received 229 784 votes or 46 percent with McCarthy at 143 205 and an unpledged group led by Scott Kelly at 124 870. Gurney later secure nomination for U.S. Senate race.
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Humphrey Gains Union Backing Amid Florida Contention
Hubert H. Humphrey secures another union endorsement as International Ladies' Garment Workers Union delegates approve a resolution backing him for president. In Florida the delegation abstained on defeating McCarthy, while the party sees efforts to close ranks for the Democratic ticket in 1968.
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Poor Stone High Court Building Attack by Protestors
Washington AP report describes a group of about 300 Poor People's Campaign protesters outside the Supreme Court shouting Viva Viva and charging the building. Four windows in the file room were smashed. a large rock landed near the court clerk as glass scattered through aisles. No injuries were reported among police, workers, or reporters nearby.
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Navy probes orange object sighting in Scorpion search
The Navy reported an unidentified orange object north of an Atlantic oil slick tied to the missing Scorpion submarine. Capt. John F. Davis said buoys can be orange, but no conclusion on the object’s link to the Scorpion has been drawn. The oil slick remains unfound, first noted May 23 after the Scorpion’s final Azores message.
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Do It Yourself Fixes Cut Household Repair Bills
A reader is advised to start Su per Handyman on page 28 to learn home repair tips and save money. Metropolitan Bank advertises free checking for seniors over 65 with a $100 minimum at 4438 Warren St.
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Court Upholds Bailey Removal in New Jersey Murder Case
The New Jersey Supreme Court today upheld the removal of F Lee Bailey as defense lawyer in a tangled New Jersey murder case. The decision confirms the judge's action amid a high profile trial.
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Mob demands De Gaulle quit
Demonstrators in Paris shouted for President Charles de Gaulle to resign. Thousands joined a march led by the Communist union from Place de la Bastille to St Lazare station as unrest deepened during a 43rd day of a nationwide strike. The National Students Union called for overthrow of the Gaullist regime and power for workers and intellectuals.
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Virginia Farmers Protest Rose Planting Along Interstate
Washington County Virginia officials urge the Federal Bureau of Roads to halt further rose bush plantings along the Interstate median near Abingdon. They object that the beautification effort funded under Mrs Lyndon B Johnsons program covers pasture land and spreads beyond intended areas.
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Giant step for Nixon Giant step for Nixon
Nixon wins Oregon Republican primary with 73 percent as 88 percent counted. Reagan 23 percent and Rockefeller 4 percent trail. Nixon's five straight wins boost momentum toward Miami. Agnew as potential running mate discussed. Kennedy's setback strengthens Nixon's path to the nomination.
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Today’s Chuckle Reflects on Fashion Stereotypes
A lighthearted quip questions clothing and hair as quick ways to guess a person’s gender, noting stretchy pants and long hair as tempting clues for either a boy or a girl.
Morse slippage endangers Wayne Morse in Oregon race
In Portland, Oregon the Senate bid of Wayne Morse faced a serious challenge as his margin over ex-Congressman Robert Duncan fell below 1,400. With 2,282 of 2,599 precincts reported Duncan led Morse by a narrowing margin while Phil McAlmond trailed.
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Memorial Day Forecast Damps Plans Across Region
The weatherman warns of wet conditions with a 90 percent chance of rain tonight and a 40 percent chance tomorrow. Expect a low near 50 tonight and a cool cloudy day with highs in the low 60s and possible showers tomorrow.
New York Hit by Heavy Winds and Rain Delays
High winds and heavy rain lash New York, causing traffic jams, stranded motorists, and subway delays across the area as officials warn of worsening conditions today.
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Jersey Flooding Triggers Commuter Delays Across State
Heavy rainfall drenched New Jersey, dumping up to four inches in several areas. The deluge disrupted transit networks and commuter flows, stranding motorists and delaying work travel for thousands. Local officials urged caution and monitored rising water levels.
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