Stand-by UN Army Proposal Faces US Debate
The state department and United Nations move toward a permanent stand-by UN army, with units from Denmark Sweden Finland Canada and The Netherlands offering to comply. Adlai Stevenson and Thant push for a standby force as part of disarmament, while Gardner argues for social training and language preparation.
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Kennedy launches probe into Nashville police brutality
Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy has opened an investigation into police brutality in Nashville Tennessee, as stated by Mayor Beverly Briley. The move comes amid ongoing tension over law enforcement practices in the city.
Texas Supreme Court bars out of state military voters
In a 7-2 ruling the court held Texas soldiers who joined service outside Texas cannot vote in Texas elections even if they meet all requirements. Justice Steakley said the 1954 amendment aimed to restrict military influence near bases, while Justice Smith dissented arguing the law violates the 14th Amendment. The suit by Sgt. Hebert Carrington of El Paso sought to cast a May 2 Republican primary vote.
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Nashville mayor says Kennedy probes police brutality after demonstrations
Nashville Mayor Beverly Briley announced that Attorney General Robert F Kennedy has opened an inquiry into police brutality amid protests in Nashville. Briley said Kennedy is examining what sparked the sit ins and violence as officers drove back demonstrators. Local leaders predict another march today.
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Hoffa Trial Severnance Bid Denied by Judge Austin
Federal Judge Richard B. Austin denied a defense bid to sever James R. Hoffa and seven associates from the joint $20 million Teamsters pension fund loan fraud case. Juror concerns about confinement and a possible four to five month trial period fueled the motion, while Hoffa defendants maintain innocence as jury selection drags and only a small portion of prospective jurors have been seated.
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Unclaimed $182232.80 Twin Double Won at Roosevelt Raceway
A winning ticket worth 182232 dollars and 80 cents awaits claim at Roosevelt Raceway in Westbury New York after a complex twin double bet pattern. George Hawkins, a seller, identified the purchaser as a 35 year old man dressed like a Princeton 1955 graduate who bought 18 tickets for ten dollars each. If unclaimed by April 1 the prize goes to the state. about seventy thousand dollars will be owed to the federal government for taxes.
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Politicus Replies To Laud Article Sparks Letter Exchange
A political figure responds to a recently published laud article, prompting a series of public letters. The exchange centers on policy critique and clarifications issued by the office. Readers weigh in on the discourse and its implications for upcoming votes.
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White House restricts talking about presidential mail
Washington AP The White House press office issued a rule after President Johnson's dog ears incident. Press Secretary George Reedy refused to quantify the mail or discuss volumes, saying mail on any subject will not be characterized. He noted the rule applies except for official communications.
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Senators Clash In Texas Primary Battle
The Associated Press reports Gordon McLendon and Ralph Yarborough traded accusations in the run up to Saturday’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary. Yarborough questioned a witness who claimed McLendon took 50 000 from Billie Sol Estes and did not appear in Pecos on the date. McLendon, in a Dallas broadcast, alleged Yarborough used campaign funds to cover personal debts and expenses, challenging his political morality.
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Ruby Denied Second Trial in Ruby Case
Judge Joe B Brown in Dallas refused to grant a new trial for condemned killer Jack Ruby, ruling the death verdict cruel and inhuman but allowing a sanity trial to proceed. Defense plans an appeal to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. Brown overruled the defense motion after a one day hearing with no witnesses allowed.
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First clue in Paul Fronczak kidnapping case
Chicago police widened a citywide search for a former Michael Reese Hospital employee suspected in the Monday kidnapping of baby Paul Joseph Fronczak from the maternity wing. Investigators asked the public for help as federal agents checked diaper services and grocery stores around 35th and Halsted. The kidnapper, described as a 40 year old woman 5 feet 4 inches tall weighing 140 pounds with gray hair and light eyes, wore a white nurse uniform and hairnet during the abduction.
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Chicago
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