Romney Faces Rough Patch in New Hampshire Primary
The Associated Press reports Romney endures hostile crowds in New Hampshire as rivals pressure him. A man accuses him of not backing Goldwater in 1964 while another calls him a crook and a critic mocks his drinking. Nixon campaigns in Nashua and cites Eisenhower as he pledges stronger postures to deter war.
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Barry Goldwater
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Virginia to pay $6.9 million in school impact funds
A federal three judge court ruled February 6 that Virginia may not withhold state funds from localities that receive federal impact aid. The court postponed its order to July 1 on appeal, risking a $6.9 million shortfall. Governor Godwin plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, warning the state could lose about $21 million in the 1968 70 biennium.
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Mills E. Godwin Jr
U.S. Supreme Court
Judge Court
State official limits on local open housing actions
Virginia Attorney General Robert Y. Button said local governments may pass resolutions urging fair housing support but cannot require open housing unless allowed by charter. He cited Norfolk and Fairfax County as examples where open housing ordinances are not permitted, aligning with Davis and earlier opinions.
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Robert Y. Button
Virginia
Button
Fridday
Norfolk City Council
Norfolk Council
Leonard H. Davis
Norfolk
Fairfax County
Needlecraft catalog ad offers oval area rug patterns
The notice promotes oval and braided rug designs with sunburst flower motifs and pattern numbers. It lists prices 50 cents per pattern, adds 15 cents for first class mailing, and directs to Alice Brooks, Winchester Evening Star, for order details. It also advertises multiple craft books with 50 cent prices and mailing instructions.
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Winchester Evening Star
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Needlecraft
Danger of Fascism Is Cited
Chicago AP reports former Detroit Bar Association president George E Bushnell warned lawyers and judges that fear-driven overreactions to riots threaten democracy. He cited proposed vigilante recruitment and pistol training for civilians as signs of creeping fascism amid Detroit riots and insurrections of the deprived. ABA urged preventive measures including curfews and restricting liquor and firearms during unrest.
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Cloture Vote Set Tuesday in Civil Rights Fight
Senators prepare for a pivotal Tuesday vote on cloture to end debate on civil rights legislation. Supporters say two thirds may be unlikely without Republican aid, while Javits predicts decisive backing if more than half vote yes. The measure aims to shield Negro rights and curb racial discrimination in housing markets.
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Senate
Philip A. Hart
Virginia Budget Sparks Debate Over Constitutional Government Commission
In Richmond the proposed 1968 70 budget allocates only 172 800 to the Commission on Constitutional Government triggering controversy. Bills to abolish the panel have failed in the House General Laws Committee, with another measure by Del Stanley E. Sacks to be heard Tuesday. Some delegates plan a budget amendment to strip all funds from the commission.
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Virginia
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General Assembly
House
General Laws Committee
Norfolk
Stanley E. Sacks
Commission
Dear Abby Advice From The 1960s Chicago Tribune Style
A vintage Dear Abby column fragment covers readers seeking guidance on unrequited feelings for a pastor, a late wife’s birthday party at the cemetery, a troubled child, and a request for shaving guidance. Abby reframes affection as respect and friendship, advises medical consultation for the boy, and suggests personal boundaries.
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News Synd., Inc
Abby
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Eagle Scout dinner speakers named Hickey Park er and Pullen
Hickey as dinner chairman hosts the event with guest speaker Dr. Robert Parker and Thomas A. Pullen delivering the Eagle Scout dinner remarks.
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Hickey
Robert P. Parker
Thomas A. Pullen
Eagle Scout
Eagle Scouts Honored At Recognition Dinner
Some 28 Scouts and Explorers achieved Eagle Scout rank in 1967 within the Shenandoah Area Council honored at the fifth annual Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner at the Holiday Inn East. Dr. Robert P. Parker urged right dreams and service to humanity as the big idea while Thomas A. Pullen spoke as Eagle Scout speaker. Dr. Kenneth D. Hickey chaired the dinner. Salvation Army Capt. Robert R. Vincent gave the invocation. about 24 Eagle Scouts and sponsors attended.
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Kenneth D
Shenandoah Area
Thomas A. Pullen
Robert T. Pullen
Winchester
Kenneth D. Hickey
Winchester Fruit Research Laboratory
Salvation Army
Robert R. Vincent
Eagle Scouts
Tasmania Recalled As Former Van Diemen's Land
The article notes Tasmania as the island state of Australia formerly known as Van Diemen's Land, reflecting historical naming. It emphasizes the transition in usage and recognition of the state's official name.
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Tasmania
Commonwealth of Australia
van Diemen’s Land
Soviet Flights Narrowly Bypass North American Coast
The Pentagon reported two February intercepts by Soviet bombers, three Bison long-range aircraft near Alaska about 80 miles off the coast and five Bear bombers near Newfoundland within 70 miles. Officials said neither flight breached North American airspace and interceptors were scrambled but changed course on their own.
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North American
Pentagon
Alaska
Newfoundland
U.S
North Atlantic
Army to Have 15 000 Ready For Riot Use
Gen Harold K Johnson told the Senate committee the Army will mobilize more than 15 000 troops in seven task forces of brigade size for civil disturbance duty this summer. Secretary Resor said National Guard retains primary responsibility unless local authorities request help. regular Army stands ready if needed.
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Harold K. Johnson
Army
Senate Armed Services Committee
Johnson
Stanley R. Resor
National Guard
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