1966 valiant ignition problem

Explain "had nothing". Does that mean no "clunk" from the big starter solenoid (inside starter motor), and no "click" from the starter relay (on firewall). If later, verify 12 Von big stud (thick red wire), 12 V on yellow "start" wire when key is held in "crank" position, 0 V on the small wire to the transmission (neutral safety switch, or to linkage if manual tranny, I think). All are relative to the relay's case. Get a multimeter (free at HF w/ coupon).