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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1968

Page

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Swift seeks Republican nomination for sheriff in Washington County

The news in brief notes Robert L. Swift former deputy sheriff announces plans to run in the Republican primary for sheriff, challenging incumbent Charles Snyder. Also mentioned are youth employment efforts by CAP center coordinator Rusty Green and local reactions to the youth program. Gov Hughes to attend RFK funeral. Westmoreland nominated Army chief of staff. vandalism at Pittsburgh schools prompts early closure and injuries.

Robert L. Swift Washington County Swift Charles Snyder Rusty Green CAP Center Rusty Green East Washington UPI Senate William C. Westmoreland U.S Vietnam Army Harold K. Johnson Pittsburgh Hill Westinghouse

Graham to attend Kennedy funeral even if church is full

Evangelist Billy Graham said he would attend Senator Robert F. Kennedy's funeral and, if the church could not admit him, would stand on the sidewalk and weep for America as Jeremiah wept for Jerusalem when it departed from God.

Houston UPI Billy Graham Robert F. Kennedy Hobby International Airport Kennedy America Jeremiah Jerusalem

Strong 6.7 Earthquake Detected in Makassar Strait

The National Earthquake Center detected a 6.7 magnitude quake in the Makassar Strait east of Borneo. Seismograph stations recorded the event at 7 57 a.m. EDT. No additional details were available from the spokesman.

Washington UPI National Earthquake Center Today Makassar Strait Borneo

Kennedy Brothers Mourned at St Patrick’s Cathedral

UPI report describes Senator Edward Kennedy in tears at St Patrick’s while his brother Robert Kennedy lies in a coffin nearby. An honor guard attended the vigil as family members guided Robert Kennedy’s body into the cathedral for the arrival service. The scene unfolded amid preparations for televised coverage of Saturday’s funeral.

New York UPI Edward M. Kennedy St. Patrick’s Cathedral Robert Francis Kennedy Son Kennedy Ethel Rose Robert Kennedy St. Patrick's Robert F. Kennedy Washington Arlington National Cemetery Senator Kennedy

Intercepted memo from Senator Miller of Iowa

An intercepted memo from Senator Miller of Iowa hints at reform rhetoric and tax concerns. The tone suggests skepticism about tax plans and fiscal policy. The message appears as a political note, raising questions about taxation and governance.

Macmillan urges understanding toward Americans after Kennedy death

In a televised address Harold Macmillan, tears in his eyes, urged Britain to show sympathy and support for the American people after Senator Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated. He spoke of immigration as the fabric of America, called it a frontier nation still finding its melting pot, and urged fair treatment and cooperation between nations. Prime Minister Harold Wilson echoed calls for democracy and restraint, vowing that Kennedy's death should not be in vain.

London UPI Harold Macmillan Robert F. Kennedy America Maryland New England Europe Asia Macmillan Kennedy Harold Wilson Britain

Thousands in sad farewell for Bobby Kennedy in NYC

A day long in state procession at Saint Patrick's Cathedral drew thousands of mourners in heat to honor Robert F. Kennedy. Edward Kennedy and Robert Kennedy Jr joined vigils as Pope Paul VI and priests led Masses for the fallen senator.

New York UPI Robert F. Kennedy Bobby Saint Patrick's Cathedral

Johnson weighs fate of anti crime gun bill in wake of Kennedy death

President Johnson faces a veto or acceptance decision on a controversial gun control bill he calls weak while crime fears rise after Senator Robert F. Kennedy’s assassination. He criticizes watered down provisions and considers broader limits on handguns and weapon sales, plus police funding and wiretap questions. House support for the Senate measure advances 368 to 17 amid national tension.

Washington UPI Johnson Congress Robert F. Kennedy Sen. Kennedy America Supreme Court House Senate

Urge church attendance for Kennedy death tribute

The Washington Ministerial Association urged community members to observe the national day of mourning for Senator Robert F. Kennedy by attending church services on Sunday June 9 1968. The executive committee called on all to honor the family and heed President Johnsons proclamation.

Washington Ministerial Association Robert F. Kennedy Johnson

Weather Iowa: warm humid with possible storms tonight and Saturday

United Press International reports Iowa will see variable cloudiness with a chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight and Saturday. Mild tonight with lows near 70 and heat continuing into Saturday with highs around 90.

United Press International Iowa

Miller Defends Tax Loopholes In Talks At Chautauqua

Senator Jack Miller Iowa argues loopholes are often deliberate and beneficial, urging careful scrutiny of reforms. He warns against sweeping changes to depletion deductions and cautions that reduced benefits could raise heating and auto costs and erode U.S. competitiveness versus the Soviet Union. He calls for simplification but stresses need for thorough economic analysis before overhaul.

Okoboji Iowa UPI Jack Miller Miller U.S Soviet Union

Rockets Hit Saigon in Bloodiest Viet Cong Attack

Viet Cong rockets struck Saigon killing 25 and wounding 46 as explosions ringed the presidential palace. The attack, part of a broader terror campaign, hit a church hospital ICC offices and a newspaper in Cholon while a bridge bombing killed five. Marines near Khe Sanh fought 14 hours with 49 enemy dead.

Saigon VPS Presidential North Vietnam United States Paris Marble Palace International Control Commission ICC Indochina Cholon Suoi Dia U.S Leatherneck Khe Sanh

Harriman to give report on talks

U.S. Ambassador W. Averell Harriman, en route to New York for Senator Robert F. Kennedy's funeral, will confer a second time with President Johnson on the stalemated Vietnam talks. Deputy Negotiator Cyrus Vance accompanies him as Hanoi marks time amid U.S. political uncertainty.

Paris UPI U.S W. Averell Harriman New York Robert F. Kennedy Johnson Vietnam Hanoi Harriman Cyrus Vance Washington

Notice of Hearing on Road Vacation Proposal

A public hearing is scheduled to review a proposal to vacate a road. Officials will hear comments from residents and neighboring property owners at the meeting location and date specified in the notice. Stakeholders should prepare supporting documents and proof of ownership if required.

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Des Moines Harold E. Hughes New York City Hughes William Sueppel Iowa City Graham Edward Senator Miller Wej Helen Belles Indiana Kennedy Brothers Robert F. Kennedy Jr Jack Paar Bser Fifth Avenue Madison and Park Avenues Midtown Park Avenue St. Patrick’s Mary Ann Camp New Jersey Gary Solitro Philadelphia Vatican City Paul VI Los Angeles Bobby Kennedy John F. Kennedy U.S. _ Senate
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