Youths throw objects at guards in Chicago convention district
Police cleared about 50 youths from the 15th floor of the Conrad Hilton as guards patrolled Michigan Avenue near the Democratic National Convention headquarters. Earlier protests led to mass arrests and tear gas as demonstrators clashed with National Guardsmen around the Hilton and along the lakefront.
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Delegates Arrested in Antiwar Protests at Chicago Convention
Police arrested at least two Democratic delegates during antiwar demonstrations at the Chicago convention. David C. Hoeh of New Hampshire was handcuffed after attempting to use a card to access the floor. Thomas D. Frasier of Oklahoma, wheelchair-bound, was detained during an antiwar march. Other delegates identified in court include Richard Neuhaus of Brooklyn and Richard Kelley of Seattle.
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Air Travel Safer Says NTSB Despite Rising Fatal Accidents
The National Transportation Safety Board cites stricter safeguards as making air travel safer with 1967 figures showing fewer total accidents but more fatal ones. The department notes meetings on the Pueblo seizure and reports 107 minutes of Panmunjom talks with no agreement, the 20th since the ship’s capture on January 23. Columbus commanded the Santa Maria during the 1492 voyage.
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Winchester Enrollments Dip Slightly on First Day
City schools reported a total of 2856 students on the first day, down nine from 2865 last year. Handley High School enrolled 1224, up 28 from last year’s first day, with 1075 in high school and 149 in sixth grade and special education. Intermediate and Quarles Elementary showed small gains, while Virginia Avenue and John Kerr Elementary posted lower counts. Superintendent Johnson said he’s pleased with the start and expects 1968 69 to reach 1967 68 totals.
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Early electricity named by Greeks from amber
The Greeks called amber elektron after rubbing it, noting it could attract straw and paper. This observation marked humanity's first awareness of electricity.
Wallace Attacks Both Major Parties in Knoxville Rally
George C. Wallace denounces both Democrats and Republicans at a Knoxville rally drawing about 7,000 supporters and a 400-person dinner. He attacks party elites and vows to return power to local communities including schools. He plans to campaign next in Louisville.
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