Today in 1968

These are the top stories for June 9, 1968.
Kennedy at Rest Amid U.S. Heroes: Senator Buried at Arlington by Douglas B. Cornell
"Robert F. Kennedy was buried on a gentle hillside Saturday night in the uncertain light of a full moon - and the flame flickering eternally over the grave of martyred President John F. Kennedy." (Associated Press)

Statements About Sirhan Arouse D.A.
"Dist. Atty. Evelle J. Younger said he will 'do anything to stop' officials, police or prosecution figures from making comments that could damage the state's case." (Associated Press)

A Widow's Watchword: 'Cry Later'
"Ethel Kennedy did not cry. She sat quiet and composed in the great neo-Gothic cathedral where six cardinals, 18 archbishops and more than 200 priests conducted a Solemn Requiem Mass for her slain husband." (United Press International)

British Law Was Waiting To Nab Dr. King Suspect
"James Earl Ray, a fugitive convict accused of slaying Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was arrested in London Saturday as he was about to fly to Belgium, the FBI announced." (Associated Press)

Memphis Preparing for Trial
"Police Director Frank Holloman, elated over the London capture of James Earl Ray, said Saturday immediate steps will be taken to return him here to stand trial for murder in the sniper slaying of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." (Associated Press)