U S Rejects Panama Demand To Review Pact
The Associated Press reports a severe northeastern snowstorm caused at least 71 deaths and extensive travel disruption. Two feet of snow and 60 mph winds produced 20 foot drifts. thousands stranded, Kennedy Airport housed about 3000 travelers, and several school systems including New York City and Philadelphia closed.
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Kennedy to Meet Sukarno on Malaysian Tensions Trip
RFK departs Washington on a fact finding mission to discuss the Malaysian border incidents with Indonesian President Sukarno. The talks are expected in Tokyo where Sukarno is vacationing, continuing Johnson administration diplomacy.
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Americans Rescued From Zanzibar Amid Unrest
The Manley arrived in Dar es Salaam with U S citizens after the State Department ordered the removal of all but two of 63 Americans on Zanzibar. Officials called the situation very unstable as bands of Africans roamed the island following the overthrow of the Arab government. Europeans were unharmed and not looted. Police trucks carried shouting Africans through the capital as loudspeakers urged people to stay indoors. Zanzibar had just become independent on December 10 after 73 years as a British protectorate, with some rebel leaders described as leftists.
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Peace Talks Between U S and Panama Stall Over Canal Clause
Negotiations between the United States and Panama failed to progress as Washington refused Panamanian demands to pledge canal treaty review before resuming relations. The OAS peace committee met again while Panamanian officials warned of possible steps to sever diplomatic ties.
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Muskegon’s 13 Feet of Snow Keeps Town Cheerful
Muskegon Michigan residents recall shoveling through more than 13 feet of snow this winter. Once most has melted, about a foot remains on the ground. Local life centers on snow removal and roof safety as meltwater risks slip and water damage.
Arab Summit Debates Israel River Diversion Plan
At Cairo the Arab League heads of state hear reports from the joint military committee and the Arab Technical Commission on Jordan River water diversions. President Nasser indicates the summit will adopt definite resolutions to implement 1961 Arab Defense Council recommendations.
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School Chief Won’t Get New Contract
ALLENSVILLE The Board of Education will not renew Everett Webb’s contract as executive head, despite 750 petition signatures. The board ordered written notice of the vacancy to take effect August 1 and asked Superintendent Reffett to seek qualified applicants from state universities. Webb served 17 years and faced opposition from some board members amid a local dispute. A petitions committee plans to continue the effort to keep Webb.
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Husband 20, charged in wife’s death in fatal arson
In Fostoria Robert S. Moore 20 is to be arraigned on a first degree murder charge after an autopsy confirmed his wife 20 was stabbed before a fire destroyed their home last week. Moore also rescued their two children Robert Jr. 2 and Brenda Sue 7 months suffering hand burns.
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Bomb B52 Crashes. Five Crewmembers Missing Near Cumberland
Snow and secrecy shroud a blizzard strewn Appalachian slope where a B52 bomber with a nuclear payload crashed. Maj. Thomas E. McCormick bailed out and survived, believing the other four crewmen may have parachuted to safety. the Westover Mass to Turner Ga flight originated at Westover Air Force Base.
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6000 Job Cuts Slated Across Federal Payroll
The White House reports nearly 6000 federal jobs will be cut over two years. Andrew Hatcher said 47 departments cut 3291 positions for the year ending June 30 and 2708 for the year ending June 30, 1965. A separate note: Cincinnati records a 100 year old man named John W. Lewis died at home, reportedly from smoking in bed.
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Modest Budget Cut Planned for Foreign Aid
President Johnson plans a 3.4 billion dollar foreign aid request for the next budget, a 269 million cut from the current year's AID allotment. Senate leader Mansfield confirms the figure as Congress debates ending parts of the program amid a committee review of overseas assistance.
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Centralized Bidding Set For School Buses
Ohio State Board of Education moves to centralized state contract bidding for school buses. Transportation director John Parsons expects operation within a month after a 15-6 vote. New board members James F. Henderson John M. Scott and John F. McCormick sworn in. Francis W. Spicer elected as new president.
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Frugal Postmaster Owns Just One Pair Of Shoes
Washington The Postmaster General John A. Gronouski, 44, known for thrift, owns only one pair of shoes and shunned a tuxedo since taking office. He calls the cabinet post the best job he has had and treats cocktail parties as a waste of time. He has served since Sept 30 and sees the Post Office Department as home.
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No Rush Seen To Enact Measures On Smoking Cigarettes
Washington reports the federal smoking hazards study urges action but Congress shows no rush. Four cigaret bills sit in the House Commerce Committee. Rep. Oren Harris says no decision or hearings scheduled yet, though hearings this year are possible.
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Heavy Ice May Halt All River Traffic
Thick ice from sub zero temperatures blanketed the Ohio River threatening all flow. Lockmasters report ice from shore to shore two feet thick and worsening with noon seen as halt time. Charles Boughner at Montgomery Island Dam warns traffic will cease. Henry Conway at Stratton Dam notes boats struggle to pass locks as conditions worsen.
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Coast Guard Searches For Schooner Crew Off Florida
Navy and Coast Guard ships and planes hunted for five aboard the 58 foot Camptress after a Mayday call near Jacksonville. Winds reached 35–40 knots with 15–20 foot seas as a child’s count faded from the last radio contact.
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Born In Ambulance Delivers Seventh Baby Near Flat Rock
Mrs. Lawrence Mayes near Flat Rock gave birth to her seventh child at 2 20 a.m. in Ted R Stevens ambulance en route to Pleasant Valley Hospital. Mother and son are reported doing fine despite near zero temperature and slippery roads. Stevens notes this is the sixth birth in his vehicle.
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Baker Land Dealings Due Full Inquiry
Senate investigators pledged a full inquiry into a joint land venture by former Senate aide Robert G. Baker and Senator George A. Smathers. The Rules Committee probes whether Baker’s work as Senate Democratic secretary conflicted with duties amid a hearing on Baker’s vending machine business dealings.
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