04 Jul 1961
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1961
Page
1
WES IZZARD reflects on the Declaration of Independence as a symbol of fearless freedom. He contrasts the 1776 resolve with modern calls for flexible policy, arguing that real peace comes only with freedom and that the United States must remain decisive to inspire the free world.
Buffalo police report a 15-year-old girl, Chyrel Jolls, identified by five-year-old Richard Edgington as the kidnapper who lured him on June 22. He also linked her to Andy Ashley’s disappearance in Delaware Park before the boy’s body was found in a park lake. Police had questioned over 50 suspects. she was released earlier for not matching descriptions.
In central New York, 14-year-old Da vid Durvee killed a mother and her 14-year-old daughter with a hunting knife after entering Mrs. Lela Baity’s home. A younger daughter was critically wounded and Helen, 5, was stabbed multiple times. Duryee detained and later committed to a state mental hospital for examination.
The State Board of Insurance announced Aug 1 increases of about 8.7 percent for comprehensive auto coverage, 16.6 percent for collision, and 23.6 percent for liability bodily injury and property damage. A $20 million error in driver estimates caused the higher rates, with penalties and merit points shaping individual premiums. For a Houston family with a new car, bodily injury and property damage would rise to 163 from 146, liability to 64 from 51, comprehensive to 32 from 31, and collision to 67 from 64.
Scores show no Texas League games on the slate. In the American League Baltimore defeats Cleveland and Washington tops Boston while Minnesota edges Chicago and Los Angeles beats Kansas City. In the National League Cincinnati defeats Pittsburgh and Los Angeles loses to Milwaukee.
Robbers smashed through a cellar wall and vault floor of a Bank of Nova Scotia branch in Montreal over the weekend and rifled 200 safety deposit boxes. Police estimate loss near 1 million while bank officials cautioned final total awaits depositors’ records. A car or track was used to access adjacent premises before blasting into the vault.
Crowds gather for a free Fourth of July event at Dick Bivins Stadium with fireworks by Globe-News. Mosquito dusting by the Bi City County Health Unit aims to improve comfort for spectators. Star program runs 8 to 9 pm featuring the Rosebud Sioux Satey dogs, music by Mad Mae and his Madmen, soloists Donald Griffith Marvin Liscas Rondale Mason King, and Globe News public relations chief King directing the display. Master of ceremonies announced.
General Bruce C. Clarke told troops in Berlin to be prepared for future missions as 2 500 U S soldiers marched in a Fourth of July parade. He warned that the eyes of the free world are on them amid Khrushchev threats and East German protests over allied exercises. Clarke reassured West Berliners of the allied commitment to hold the city.
Tonight the Globe News Fourth of July Party takes place at Dick Bivins Stadium on the Tri-State Fair Grounds with patriotic music from Amarillo Air Force Base performers, SAC sentry dog demonstration, and a fireworks display. The event is free with parking available around the stadium and police aiding traffic flow.
Jackson Mississippi Federal District Judge Sidney Mize refused to recognize city laws as compatible with federal integration efforts. Elizabeth Wyckoff, a 45 year old writer, had sought release arguing state court routing was unnecessary. she remains jailed at 3 dollars per day after a 200 dollar fine.
The State Board of Education reduced required professional education hours from 24 to 18 for permanent Texas teaching certificates. To compensate, liberal arts credit hours rise from 45 to 51 and specialized course hours increase under two alternate plans for dual majors or minors. changes take effect September 1962.
The article notes rough conditions ahead for the remainder of the Oklahoma legislature. Phil Dessauer contributes an essay on Page 18 detailing the situation and implications.
Partly cloudy and warmer in the Panhandle today with highs around 88 to 94. Scattered thundershowers possible tonight and Wednesday with cloudiness extending into New Mexico. Temperatures today in the 80s and 90s with a trace of precipitation reported yesterday.
An 80 day cooling off period began as President Kennedy invoked the Taft Hartley Act over a nationwide seamen strike. Federal Judge Sylvester J. Ryan issued a temporary restraining order halting action, with unions appealing to higher courts as the health and safety stakes loom. The stoppage involves about 80,000 mariners and could worsen unemployment. Ryan to hear further union motions Friday at 2 p.m.
In a Crossroads letter Wellington Scott questions the pace of American innovation as the X-15 nears new speed records and jokes about outrunning taxes. He contrasts this impulse with the idea of boosting other nations and hints at a critique of national self first.
Woman’s Page editor Sumarion Sumner records local Fourth of July observances on the High Plains. The Plains Party Line notes how residents spent the holiday and what events or activities took place, highlighting community customs and regional style.
Federal Highway Administrator Rex Whitton plans a quick follow up with New Mexico Highway Department officials on construction operations. He may travel to New Mexico or meet in Washington, while U S Rep. Montoya says a special projects team will be sent soon to survey NM road projects.
The federal crackdown in New Mexico has grown more severe than in Oklahoma or Florida due to broader irregularities found in hearings. US Public Roads Bureau said the crackdown focuses on highway program practices and halted bid advertising for new federally funded construction.
New York editor laments changing Fourth of July spirit from family gatherings and simple pleasures to highway deaths and traffic tolls. She recalls past summers of corn, hammocks, and quiet contemplation, contrasting them with modern safety belts and record fatalities during holiday weekends.
Sun has shone over Amarillo for 176 days of the year. Data at 3 p.m. Monday shows mixed readings with varying sky conditions and wind speeds across Texas and Oklahoma areas including Houston Dallas and Cidy.
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