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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1968
Page
1
Lake Darling beach facilities are closed this week for new surfacing in the bathhouse. The boat dock remains open for business from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily with boats, fishing equipment and bait for sale.
Paris reports the government bans all demonstrations nationwide and dissolves several leftist groups amid violent clashes between police and students. Tear gas and Molotovs escalate as about 2000 demonstrators are jailed in Paris with hundreds injured nationwide and five deaths reported.
From a Pimlico walkup to a Lisbon neon bar, authorities seek to piece weeks in the life of James Earl Ray, accused MLK killer. Ray awaits extradition from Wandsworth Prison as Mrs. Anna Thomas recalls a May border and a quiet, locked-room stay marked by a shared luggage bag and a $10.80 three day rate.
Viet Cong rockets hit Tan Son Nhut Airbase killing Airman J C William Walters and four Vietnamese children. The strike wounded 24 Vietnamese and two American servicemen plus two civilians as U S diplomats warn Paris delegates the shelling could push talks and discuss possible resumed air raids against North Vietnam.
A $100 reward was posted for information leading to the arrest of vandals who damaged the Memorial Fountain in Central Park Washington. Trash cans and benches were tossed into the fountain during the night. Officials warn culprits will face strict law enforcement action and urge residents to report suspicious late night activity. The fountain’s underwater lights and jets will be inspected after draining.
Four armed convicts seized 25 hostages in a Tuesday escape bid at Atlanta Federal Penitentiary. After more than 26 hours barricaded in the administration building they released 21 hostages and surrendered. a guard was wounded in the gunfight. The prisoners, a murderer and three robbers, claimed they were willing to die to expose prison faults. Two women were released.
Joe H Jones of Washington announces plans to seek the Republican nomination for State Representative in the coming primary. A longtime resident, he farms southeast of Ainsworth, worked 30 years on the farm, then with Farm Service as a salesman. He chaired the Washington County Republican central committee five years, served on a school board, and is active in church and civic groups.
Rep. Neal Smith charges NBC commentator Chet Huntley with editorializing while holding meat industry stake. Smith said he complained to NBC and the FCC and urged a policy definition. Huntley acknowledged a small feedlot investment and noted his Montana cattle-raising background and diverse viewpoints.
Senator Joseph Tydings introduces a bill to require registration and licensing of all firearms in the United States. The Maryland Democrat would ban possession by under 21s, aliens, felons or violent offenders, or anyone with mental illness or addictive problems. He urges IRS scrutiny of the NRA and cites a lobbying campaign against gun control. Other lawmakers weigh feasibility and compare registration to automobile rules. The push follows heightened political pressure after Senator Kennedy's fatal shooting.
A readout titled Intercepted memo from LOCAL VANDALS contains a scolding line toward unknown perpetrators. The note warns hostile graffiti or destruction, framing the message as a caution to would be offending parties. It leverages a sharp, accusatory tone to deter vandalism locally.
United States diplomat W Averell Harriman told North Vietnamese chief delegate Xuan Thuy that U S patience could wear thin if Communist attacks in South Vietnam continue He warned of grave concern over the Viet Cong terror campaign and said North Vietnam must face responsibility for stalled talks The two sides met for nearly four hours in Hanoi with plans to resume discussions next week
United Press International reports Iowa will see generally fair conditions with light winds tonight and low temperatures in the mid 50s to 60s. Thursday warms to the 80s with partly cloudy skies and later a chance of showers or thunderstorms in western areas Friday.
Probate proceedings list the estates of Minnie FE Merrick Ira R Amlong and William H Jensen with appointments of executors and related filings in the county court.
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