President Halts Bombing Over North Vietnam
President Johnson orders a halt in most U S bombing of North Vietnam to push for peace talks. He calls on Ho Chi Minh to respond positively and notes the stop could expand if restraint is shown. Britain and the Soviet Union are urged to aid in moving toward genuine peace in Southeast Asia.
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North Vietnam
Southeast Asia
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Soviet Union
Court Extends One Man One Vote to Local Governments
The Supreme Court extends its one man one vote rule to about 80 000 units of local government nationwide. Justice White rules Midland County Texas residents have equal voting weight for the Commissioners Court. Dissent by John M Harlan calls the decision unjustifiable and ill advised.
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Supreme Court
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Midland County
Tex
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Avery
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Virginia DMV urges vehicle owners to apply for licenses soon
The Division of Motor Vehicles asks Virginia registered vehicle owners to select an order in for license applications if they have or already received one. With only two weeks left before the deadline, order forms and information are available at the local office, 701 S Braddock St.
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Virginia
Braddock St
Catalog Shopping Days Till Easter at Sears Ad
Sears promotes 11 catalog shopping days remaining until Easter and lists the contact number 662 2526 for orders. The notice highlights the Sears Roebuck and Co. catalog program and directs readers to call for service.
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Sears, Roebuck and Co
Wisconsin Primary Drama Narrows as Johnson Withdraws
President Johnson withdrew from the Democratic nomination race, leaving McCarthy to press on with Kennedy as a rival in upcoming primaries. McCarthy plans a broad April schedule and sees improved Democratic prospects, while Nixon could gain from GOP crossovers as Wisconsin ballots favor write-ins unlikely in urban areas.
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Kennedy Seeks Early Meeting With Johnson After Withdrawal
New York Senator Robert F. Kennedy said he would press ahead with his presidential bid and that Johnson’s withdrawal puts the Democrats in a stronger position. He asked for a meeting with Johnson to discuss national unity and future campaign strategy. Kennedy noted Vice President Humphrey’s unclear plans and reaffirmed his plan to appeal to the American people with his views.
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Virginia Democratic leader expects early convention shift
Virginia Governor Mills Godwin Jr a Johnson supporter in 1964 says it is too early to gauge how President Johnsons withdrawal will reshape the Democratic Convention and the November election He notes the move alters the party's national complexion but cautions uncertainty for Kennedy McCarthy hopes in Virginia and statewide outcomes.
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Robert Kennedy
New York
Eugene McCarthy
Minnesota
Speech Shock Across South Viet Nam On Johnson's Bombing Curtailment
AP reports surprise at Johnson bombing curtailment and withdrawal from the race. GIs react with mixed feelings from hope of early home to disbelief while South Vietnamese leaders decline to comment. Senior officers note soldiers focus on their own safety and unit concerns rather than political outcomes.
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Air Force
Johnson Declares He Will Not Seek Another Term
President Johnson says his decision to not seek or accept a renomination is completely irrevocable. He spoke in a televised address and met reporters at the White House to dispel any sense he might change his mind amid Vietnam war pressures and party politics.
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Johnson
the Nation
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Hubert H. Humphrey
Robert F. Kennedy
New York
Eugene J. McCarthy
Minnesota
Harry S. Truman
America
Local reaction to LBJ decision not to seek reelection
The Star surveyed residents on President Johnson’s announcement he will not run again. Reactions ranged from shock and disappointment to support for his retirement and calls for new leadership. Some worry about Democratic chances and the party’s future nominees.
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Star Today
President Johnson Reflects on Decision to Not Seek Re election
Dent Johnson weighs a 1960s run for a second term and confides a turning point in last November. He considered postponing or renouncing another bid before finalizing the decision after talks with associates and plans still ahead. The formal choice was announced after long deliberation and a late State of the Union address.
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Washington
Johnson
Congress
Johnson Pleads For Reason Responsibility At Broadcasters Meet
President Johnson, in his first public appearance since bowing out of 1968 politics, urged reason and responsibility to prevail amid election year frenzy. He spoke in Chicago to the National Association of Broadcasters, calling broadcasters and citizens to fairness impartiality and honesty during the campaign.
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Iate
Weather Front Brings Rain and Cooler Virginia Wide
A cold front moving eastward across the mountains delivered rain and cooler temperatures to most of Virginia today. The system affected Richmond and surrounding areas with overcast skies and dipping highs as observers tracked precipitation and shifted plans.
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Richmond
Mountains
Virginia
Howard Johnsons Luncheon Special and Local Events
Tomorrow's luncheon features a clam roll with tartar sauce for 75 cents at Howard Johnson's. Tonight at 8 o'clock Leggett's presents a fashion show at 8 45. Shenandoah Conservatory Percussion Ensemble appears on TV Cable Channel 6.
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