Egypt Faces Rapid War Mobilization Amid Israel Tensions
Reports from Cairo and Tel Aviv describe Egypt preparing for possible invasion of Israel with a plan for fast actions while denying Israeli military superiority. Arab volunteers, a declared emergency in hospitals, and large-scale mobilization rumors accompany Syria and UN force tensions as border raids escalate.
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Presbyterians Endorse 1967 Confession in New Reconciliation Drive
More than 2,000 church leaders gather as the Presbyterian Church adopts the Confession of 1967, urging social justice and peace despite risks to national security. Delegates debate security clearances amid calls to forgive enemies and pursue cooperation across conflicts.
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Johnson defends Vietnam policy and seeks 75 million aid
President Johnson reiterated responsibility for Vietnam policy and staff roles while expressing hope Congress will approve a 75 million supplemental appropriation to ease urban racial tensions. He described plans to use funds for employment programs and recreational facilities, and defended the move to place pacification under military command as a bid for efficiency. He noted no solid basis yet for a 35 billion budget rise, praised progress on the 75 million aid, and voiced cautious views on China and nuclear talks.
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Police Probe Slaying of Officer at TSU Dormitory
Police narrowed the dorm room on the Texas Southern University campus from which shots killed Patrolman Louis Kuba, 25. Ten students were found in the room after a two hour riot ended by a police rifle squad. 13 others were being questioned, while five of 488 arrested for felony rioting had been charged and the rest released on bond. Prosecutors said murder charges could follow if the gunman is located.
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McNamara Says Arms Pact Talks Slow But Hope Lingers
Secretary of Defense Robert S McNamara said the United States has made little progress toward a nuclear arms limitation agreement with the Soviet Union. He noted no discussions on antimissile deployments have taken place, but the administration remains hopeful negotiations will begin soon. The U S disclosed that the USSR may be deploying defenses against intercontinental missiles around Moscow and possibly other areas. The Johnson administration intends to pursue an agreement on antimissile deployments before matching moves.
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Namara
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Ford Says 68 Models Will Cost A Lot More
DETROIT AP Henry Ford says 1968 models will carry substantial price increases due to government auto safety and pollution standards. He cites UAW talks as difficult and notes anticipated higher labor costs, with estimates suggesting next year’s prices up by about 100 to 150 dollars. He recalls the five dollar day and emphasizes flexible bargaining to balance interests.
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Peking To British Denounces Hong Kong Suppression
Premier Chou En lai and Chen Po ta accuse Britain of colluding with U S imperialism and Chiang Kai shek to suppress Hong Kong amid anti China plots. Hsieh demands five points including police punishment and riot victims’ compensation while Kowloon courts sentence 72 rioters to 2 to 24 months.
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China
Kowloon
Still No Sign Of GI Platoon Battles At DMZ
The embattled GI platoon attacked by Communist forces last June fought back with artillery and air support. U S air units targeted suspected artillery and troop concentrations near the DMZ and supply lines. In North Vietnam, 12 Americans were killed and 103 injured in barrages on Camp Don Ha Gio Linh and surrounding positions. Ho Chi Minh turns 77 today as authorities sought to blunt any force show.
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Ex-Bodyguard Describes Draft Card Burning
In New York AP report former White House bodyguard Donald L. Willey testified he watched two draft registrants burn their cards in a YMCA cafeteria. He said he stomped out the fire, disposed of the ash and notified authorities as the defendants Ronald W. Thomas and Salvatore Joseph Bonits faced charges under the Selective Service Law.
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Chile extends three hour siesta ban to all businesses
Santiago reports the government wavered on relaxing the 1966 anti siesta decree. The rule against three hour lunch naps is extended indefinitely. Businesses must offer employees 30 to 45 minutes for lunch and rest.
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