Wallace as national phenomenon shapes discontent in 1968
Washington NEA describes George Wallace drawing both white and black hecklers on a northern tour. The piece portrays Wallace exploiting unrest across cities, drawing strong crowds, police restraint, and a campaign that could win nine or more states. It highlights his potential to be a lasting champion for discontented Americans.
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Should High School Youth Get Out To Hear Wallace
Washington County officials clash over a school policy that forbids teachers from taking classes to political speeches. Raymond Kline accuses the policy of bias against Wallace, while Superintendent Brish notes it applies to all candidates and cites safety concerns amid possible disturbances.
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Washington County
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Hagerstown
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Washington County Board of Education
Wallace Visit Security Tightens City Police Meet Leaders
Local law enforcement officials and city leaders plan security for the Wallace visit. Sheriff deputy William and Chief Granon Dearn coordinate with Mayor Herman Mills and state police troop leaders to ensure safety while President Mason and Captain W. E. Chambers discuss measures for the area.
McCarthy to Vote for Humphrey and Quit Democrats
Senator Eugene J. McCarthy of Minnesota said he will vote for Hubert H. Humphrey for president but plans to leave the Democratic party. He urged supporters of his bid for the Democratic nomination to back Humphrey against Richard M. Nixon.
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Gene
Lawrence F. O'Brien
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Nixon Urges Half Vote Push In Campaign Drive
Richard Nixon urged GOP workers in Albany and Pittsburgh to target an extra half vote per precinct to avoid a late setback. He recalled 1960’s narrow win and warned against panic amid personal attacks while signaling focus on key states ahead of Detroit rallies.
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Humphrey Aims To Keep The Votes From Wallace
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey campaigns in Pennsylvania to win votes from George C. Wallace. He attacks Nixon and Agnew, accuses Wallace of jeopardizing economy, cites factory visits, and pledges government support to industry to cut unemployment as he drums for Pennsylvania's 29 electoral votes.
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Associated Press
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Alabama
Agnew
City Page Almanack Predicts Light Winter Snow
City Page Almanack calls for little snow this winter while a North Woman continues altln as City Mall. City Page Poll shows Nixon winning here. Page 18.
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Half Inch Of Snow In Garrett County
A half inch of snow fell in Garrett County around 6 am marking the first measurable snow of the season. Snow flurries were observed in nearby Allegany County where roads remained passable, while Mount Storm in West Virginia required abrasives on highways for the first time this year.
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Medical costs rise faster than overall living expenses
A government report shows hospital bills up 125 percent and doctors fees 107 percent since 1946 while overall living costs rose 11 percent. Causes include doctor shortages, insurance expanding demand, hospital expansion, wage share, and advanced medical technology.
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