Johnson speaks in Dallas amid Kennedy assassination memories
President Johnson visited Dallas today for a speech at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association meeting after touring the area near the Schoolbook Depository Building. He urged perseverance and unity, warning that Communists press a Vietnam offensive as the country faces challenges at home and abroad.
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National debt crosses $350 billion milestone
The Treasury reports the national debt reached 352,546,363,116.57 dollars, first time over 350 billion. The ceiling stands at 358 billion with a July 1 increase to 365 billion. participation certificates add about 2.3 billion to long term investors. President Johnson vows resolve, urging stronger action on Vietnam, while a Dallas Depository Building scene shows no reaction.
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Reds Use Tanks Near Saigon in Early Vietnam Drive
U S Green Berets and Vietnamese irregulars battled Communist tanks and halftracks near Saigon as the first Chinese- and North Vietnamese armored thrust met strong resistance. American jets hit targets in Laos while Laos reports a broad attack along the panhandle. In Saigon, two of four corps chiefs were ousted in a major military shake up since 1965.
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Canal traffic to resume two-way flow after Shozan Maru incident
Panama Canal officials expect two-way traffic at Gatun Lock to reopen by midweek after the Shozan Maru sinking halted operations Sunday. The 33,000-ton freighter carrying 50,000 tons of iron ore baked a 75-foot hole in Gaillard Cut before sinking, ending 57 years of canal stoppages.
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Matinicus Island School Closed as Teacher Strikes
Matinicus Island Maine reports no classes for 13 elementary students as the lone teacher remains on strike. The absence ends a two day shutdown and leaves families awaiting negotiated resolution with the district. The island locale is reachable only by boat and ferry service remains unchanged.
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Twelve Iowa schools overestimate enrollment for aid
Iowa area schools overestimated enrollment last summer, boosting state aid above amounts for the current year. Mason City Area 2 leads with a 498 overestimate, receiving $2.34 per pupil daily while the cap is $2.25. Other districts show varied adjustments, with several near the limit or below, and officials note hearings for next year begin in March while budgets are prepared.
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Burlington
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Sioux City
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Calmar
Area 14
Creston
Area 6
Marshalltown
Area 13
Council Bluffs
Area 10
Cedar Rapids
Area 9
Davenport
Area 11
Area 7
Waterloo
Paul Johnston
Tank truck explodes near school in Mexico City
A tank truck carrying aviation gasoline exploded near a school as pupils left for the day. At least eight people died and about 70 were burned, many critically, as flames engulfed crowds including children. A pregnant woman nearby was burned to death.
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Johnson urges permanent farm programs despite Hill opposition
President Johnson asked Congress to make permanent basic U S farm support programs and to boost nonfarm jobs and rural housing. Senate Agriculture Chair Ellender dismissed converting major crop supports to permanent law, signaling an extension in 1969 but likely not this year. He scheduled hearings for April 3 on the act and farm bargaining power with no firm passage expected until early 1969.
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D-La
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D-Minn
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Good Samaritan Shot by Police in Chicago Robbery Response
James Walker, 27, awakened by threats from next door, shot by Officer Robert Knightly during a gunfight with three robbers in Chicago. Walker sustained chest wounds but helped halt the trio. one accomplice, Carl Finkley, wounded, both men hospitalized. State’s attorney found no wrongdoing by Knightly. Separately in Iowa City, teachers rejected a $5,850 base for a BA with no experience, seeking $6,200 instead and planning further talks.
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Weather outlook for Iowa turns steadily cold
United Press International reports Iowa will remain mostly cloudy tonight with a cold start. Wednesday brings partial cloud cover and cooler temperatures with a low in the 20s and a high around the 30s. Thursday trends toward partly cloudy skies and continued cold conditions.
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Probate of will and appointment of executor in John P Jeffries
Public notice indicates probate of the will of John P. Jeffries and appointment of an executor. Details appear in the today edition, page 6.
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