President Johnson Halts Bombing and Divides Vietnam Debate
President Johnson announced a halt to bombing North Vietnam drawing mixed reactions from hawks and doves. Democratic candidate Humphrey called it meaningful while Nixon offered cautious hope for progress in Paris talks. Senate leaders and other candidates weighed political implications and potential paths to peace.
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Paris
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Johnson Announces Bombing Halt in North Vietnam
President Johnson said all air naval and artillery bombardment of North Vietnam would cease at 8 00 a m Friday with Paris peace talks to enter a new phase next Wednesday. He cited North Vietnamese acceptance of U S terms and noted Saigon’s growing strength as a factor behind the decision.
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Wallace Wallace Wallace rally set on capitol steps in Atlanta
Gov. Lester Maddox invited Nixon and Humphrey to join third party candidates George Wallace and Gen. Curtis LeMay for a campaign ending rally on the Georgia capitol steps at 11 30 a m Monday. Wallace and LeMay were to appear. Wallace’s Atlanta HQ said LeMay will also attend.
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George Wallace
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Capitol Steps
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Nixon
Humphrey
Atlanta
Gen. LeMay
Police seek man in shotgun slaying of Daniel F. Cannon Jr
Atlanta police investigate the killing of 26 year old Daniel F Cannon Jr assistant manager shot four times in front of his apartment early Thursday Detective Sgt G L Glover named a suspect The case ties to the Canton family name from Notre Dame football legend Jack Cannon. Augusta pair charged after two teens steal trick or treat candy bag Danny Stevens warned his mother and police were notified.
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Daniel F. Cannon Jr
Notre Dame
Jack Cannon
G. L. Glover
Cannon
Atlanta
Augusta
Danny Stevens
Macon raceway owner accuses city of double standards
Macon raceway owner H. L. Brown Jr. says his poster petition was denied by the City Council due to code rules while the city itself posted ads for the Macon Coliseum opening and an ice show. The timing raises charges of unequal treatment.
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Macon, Ga
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H. L. Brown Jr
Warm Weather Outlook for Fair Tonight and Tonight
Forecaster notes a warm day with warmer night ahead and a chance of showers. Details appear on page six.
Naked demonstrators disrupt Humphrey-Muskie rally in New York
An AP report says a naked man and woman led a disruption at a Humphrey-Muskie rally in Manhattan. John Kenneth Galbraith had just reached the lectern as about 2,000 attendees were startled by the unfolding protest.
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New York
John Kenneth Galbraith
John F. Kennedy
Manhattan Center
Jaycees Urge City to Study Voting Machine Use
The Thomas County Jaycees filed a resolution asking Mayor Roy Lilly to direct an immediate investigation into voting machines for Thomasville. The document argues paper ballots and volunteers are unwieldy as population grows and cites cost savings, leasing options, and maintenance advantages.
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Roy Lilly
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Morgan Jaycees
Saigon Regime Bitterly Upset Over Bombing Halt
The Associated Press reports South Vietnam bitterly opposed the suspension of bombing North Vietnam while other governments hailed the move as a peace step. In Paris Thieu reportedly called the decision unilateral and planned a Saturday Assembly address, with Saigon officials and radio handling signaling strong dissent.
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