05 Aug 1968
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1968
Page
1
Richard Nixon narrowed running mate options to Rockefeller Lindsay and Percy, with Rockefeller entering the VP discussion for the first time. Some strategists favor a Nixon Rockefeller ticket to heal Republican rifts and attract liberal delegates, though Rockefeller’s participation remains uncertain.
Prague observers foresee continued strains with Ulbricht and Gomulka but believe Dubcek and his liberal allies are secure. Dubcek pledged to stay on the reform path, noting Bratislava's declaration granted Czechoslovakia freedom to follow its own course while agreeing on close cooperation in foreign policy.
The Clarke County softball league starts its second tournament a double elimination event at 6 45 this evening Bank of Clarke faces the Mets in the opener Berryville Lumber plays Baptist in the second game James Wood High School students must report to the book rental office this week by grade to buy new books or pay rental fees 9th today 10th tomorrow 11th Wednesday 12th Thursday
Viet Cong wounded Brig. Gen. Franklin M. Davis Jr. and shot down a helicopter in two battles south of Saigon. U.S. infantry reported 41 enemy killed and 19 weapons captured. American casualties were 2 killed and 13 wounded. Davis, 50, from Waltham Massachusetts, had son Stephen Davis killed in 1967.
President Johnson seeks to keep steel prices in line by pressuring U.S. Steel, the industry’s largest producer, to refrain from across the board increases while Bethlehem and Republic push prices up. An FTC emergency session and Hart’s probe request mark the latest move in a campaign to limit price boosts across government and defense purchases.
Richmond citizens and civil rights leaders urge Governor Gw. Mills E. Godwin Jr. to order a grand jury investigation of conditions at the Virginia State Penitentiary. They cite prisoner revolts, food restrictions, and alleged abuse. officials deny the charges and have not received a formal probe request.
Tuesday August 6, 9 to 18 near Papermill Road with a 50 cent cover charge. Ted Whipp leads the Dewdroppers in a lively local music night at Little Mac's Rest. Papermill Road venue hosts a casual dance scene.
Delegates flood Miami Beach as the first GOP convention there begins. Convention Hall seats 16 800 but hotels along the Strip overflow with supporters. Uncommitted delegates persist, fueling efforts to rally each camp. Rockefeller and Reagan camps report mood lifts while Nixon aides remark on his restrained appearances.
Virginia Republican leaders in Miami Beach mark opening convention session with broad support for Richard Nixon as the presidential nominee on the first ballot. Arlington GOP official Lee Potter warns Nixon must secure the 667 delegate majority by the second ballot or risk party moves to other candidates.
Two people treated after a two vehicle collision on Route 50 West near the Route 50 Restaurant. Nancy Boyce 23 and Teresa Boyce 2 were taken to Winchester Memorial Hospital for observation and released after treatment. A separate one vehicle crash on Gerrard Street injured Leroy Donald 23 with forehead lacerations. Seven people were hospitalized in two crashes near Waterloo and near Carter's Market. Details were not immediately available.
Brig. Gen. Franklin M. Davis Jr. of Waltham Massachusetts is wounded in the face by a Viet Cong rocket during a river patrol 13 miles southeast of Saigon. He sustains a gash above the eye and other cuts. AP Wirephoto.
The 29th Republican National Convention opened in Miami Beach with Nixon pressing to secure the presidential nomination on the first ballot. He trails by about 100 votes as his rivals Rockefeller and Reagan hope to push balloting into a third round beyond Wednesday night.
The convention reopens at 8 p m with remarks by Chairman Bliss and a TV message from Dwight D Eisenhower. Speakers include Edward Brooke and Barry Goldwater, with Dan Evans delivering the keynote. Ohio Republicans back Rhodes on first ballot while Rockefeller eyes Reagan gains as Nixon leads campaigning. Rock says his 550 350 250 tally contrasts with AP counts showing Nixon 566 Reagan 159 and Rhodes 232. Debate continues as delegates hesitate before Wednesday ballot.
Richmond forecast notes a weak high pressure system keeping Virginia warm and moist with scattered thundershowers throughout the region. The pattern suggests continued mild nights and highs in the mid to upper 80s, with pop-up storms possible.
For sale 1 000 off on see lots and acreage. 16 1/2 ft Detroiter travel trailer like new. Contact 27 Glaize Ave after 6 pm. Little League football shoes low and high cuts mouth guards football jerseys Snag's Sport Shop corner of Braddock and Boscawen.
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