Virginia appeals ruling on invalid voting certificate
Virginia challenges a federal court decision that the state's certificate of residence voting requirement is invalid. The state argues the certificate is not a mandatory voting qualification and only checks residence, not poll tax status, under a 24th Amendment context. The appeal seeks Supreme Court review of president and congressional election implications.
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Thousands Pay Tribute to Slain Civil Rights Workers
In New York hundreds joined marches and prayers for Andrew Goodman Michael Schwerner and James Chaney killed in Mississippi. Ralph Engelman John Lewis and James Farmer spoke of nonviolence and apathy as the crowd sang We shall overcome.
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Court ruling on voter residence certificates in elections
A brief contends the special court erred in enjoining states from requiring voters to file residence certificates in presidential and vice presidential elections. The dispute centers on statutes directing how states manage residence proofs and the legislature’s guidance.
Personal Directory Mailer Promotes Direct Dial Long Distance
A upcoming August 16 mailing to Winchester and Gainesboro residents promotes a Personal Directory showing direct dial long distance methods. It includes Virginia dialing rules, area code lists, and space for personal numbers. Read and keep the directory near the phone for fast station to station calls.
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Morton Says GOP Will Make Gains Nationwide
Washington AP Sept Morton the Republican Senatorial Campaign Committee head says Barry Goldwater at the top of the ticket could boost GOP gains in the Senate and House. Democratic Sen Warren Magnuson of Washington counters that Goldwater’s extremism stance will drive a large Democratic turnout to protect their candidates.
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Senate and House expect limited party turnover in coming elections
The Democrats hold a 66 to 33 margin in the Senate with 26 seats up in November while nine Republican seats are contested. Both parties expect no change in Senate control though Republicans hope to gain three to seven seats. In the House Democrats lead 254 to 177 with four vacancies and expect some turnover but no material shift in party balance.
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Stops Attacks in Minutes Asthma Formula Sold Without Prescription
An advertisement touts an asthma formula as highly prescribed by doctors for private patients and now available without prescription in most states. Medical tests claim it stops asthma attacks in minutes and provides hours of relief from recurrent spasms.
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