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Newspaper
Arizona Daily Sun
Location
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1962
Page
1
Voter registration shifts across Arizona counties show Republicans increasing share from 28 to 30.5 percent in some areas and Democrats declining in several counties. In Goonne and Coconino, totals rose while Democratic shares dropped. figures for Apache Navajo also indicate movement, with continued coverage on page four.
The nation's railroads asked the US Circuit Court of Appeals to vacate a federal restraining order blocking new work rules. Attorneys said the move aimed to force a quick showdown with five rail unions over eliminating thousands of jobs, risking a strike notice and a presidential board review delaying any stoppage.
Sen. Russell B. Long of Louisiana denied receiving any bribe offer from American Telephone and Telegraph Co to back the administration’s communications satellite bill. Long backed by others calling for inquiry, noted he had spoken with AT&T but would not discuss details. Senator Moss disclosed two communications with AT&T as the debate continued.
Western Berliners clash with East German police on the wall's first anniversary. Rioters hurled stones and wooden toss aids while authorities fired tear gas grenades and water cannons. Dozens reported as being pushed back as windows opened and loudspeakers blared.
Arizona housewife Sheril Finkbine has formally applied for an abortion in Sweden. The Swedish state Medical Board is expected to rule at its next weekly meeting Friday. Robert Finkbine said he could not confirm theoming by Swedish doctors but trusted it has been done. The Finkbines arrived in August after an abortion denial at home.
The Flagstaff Scrill's Posse hosted a first annual registered Quarterhorse Show at City Park attracting judges from Visalia and entries from Arizona Nevada New Mexico Utah and California. More than 36 top horses competed for prizes as 147 entries set a Southwest record with plans to make the event an annual August gathering.
Flagstaff City Council sets 7 20 p m Tuesday at City Hall for final readings on two controversial group housing amendments. The measure would permit high density condo style units in R23 zones near Grandview and McMillan Mesa, with a $1 4 million project by Theames Stewart Co of Phoenix. Residents oppose due to sewer and traffic strain. Council may also open bids for road improvements, consider a 2 percent gross sales tax agreement with Flagstaff TV, hold a Sixth Avenue rezoning hearing, review building code changes, and discuss mobile radios and water department equipment bids.
Kennedy praised the Soviet Union for its space milestone while U.S. space officials adopted a wait and see stance. Hevoiced well wishes for the cosmonauts and their safe return as American commentary remained cautious amid the moon race and ongoing NASA briefings.
A 20 year old Douglas man drowned Saturday while swimming at Peta Tianen Lake, about 80 miles southwest of Tucson. Authorities identified the victim as Bobby Maeno Adams.
The Soviet Union reported Ul and Popovich remain in orbit on their double Vostok flight as they approach a potential landing window. Both crews had completed extensive orbital circuits and ongoing medical and psychological tests. Officials noted no landing time was set and predicted a few more days in space amid widespread televised coverage.
Cement Masons Local 304 of Phoenix will hear a proposal that could end their two week strike. Business Agent Don W. Parker said union negotiators will recommend the membership accept the settlement, though terms were not revealed. The walkout, tied to the broader Arizona master labor accord, has halted most state construction except Glen Canyon Dam and Titan I work.
South San Francisco officials say Paying Job Street between Phoenix and Clay will close Tuesday from 7 am to 1 pm for crews to apply a new overlay coat to the artery. The temporary closure affects the theatre area as work proceeds.
The text surveys Herbert Hoover's idea of a Council of Free Nations and criticizes Republican willingness to adopt new concepts after a decade. It references Kennedy, Maxwell Taylor as Joint Chiefs chair, rumors of war with Russia, and diplomats pressing for broader contact with the outside world amid stalled U.S. policy.
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