Secret leak probe on Pentagon information
FBI probes leaking of secrets at the Pentagon as White House and press secretary confirm an active inquiry. A Chicago Sun Times dispatch cites Kennedy ordering FBI and military intel agencies to uncover how a national publication obtained secret Berlin military plans.
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Reinforce Kuwaiti Brigades Move to Kuwait Border
Reinforcements including British built armored cars with Kuwaiti crews move toward Kuwait's northern border as Iraqi claims persist. Britain and allies pledge aid, with Saudi Arabia and Bahrain sending support and a carrier group moving toward the Gulf amid regional tension.
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Government Prepares For Berlin Showdown
President Kennedy and the National Security Council discussed steps to bolster NATO defenses in Europe amid a Berlin crisis and potential confrontation with the Soviet Union. The White House studies increased U S military forces in Europe as a deterrent against Red threats to West Berlin.
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GOP Meets To Plan Primaries In Jackson Ohio
About 65 area Republicans gathered in Jackson Ohio for a 10th District meeting led by Elmer Jones of Athens. Speaker Sen Cline Roberts urged party unity as preparations for the upcoming primaries proceed, with possible candidacy announcements anticipated in August at Logan.
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Pressing NATO talks and Berlin crisis described
White House secrecy surrounds discussions on possible military steps with NATO allies. Khrushchev proposes West Berlin as a free city while East Germany tightens control, prompting Western rejection and debates on rights to access and security guarantees.
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Chrysler Goes In Red as UAW Talks Begin
DETROIT Chrysler Corp the only one of the big three auto makers in the red this year sits down today with the United Auto Workers to begin bargaining on new wage contracts. The UAW expects Chrysler to meet terms of contracts it is negotiating simultaneously with General Motors and Ford Motor Co.
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President Kennedy Signs Social Security Bill
President Kennedy signed legislation increasing Social Security benefits for about 4.42 million Americans and allowing them to start drawing benefits at age 62.
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Marietta Firm to Build Two Ships for Coast Survey
The U S Maritime Board awarded Marietta Manufacturing Co a contract to build two hydrographic survey ships for the Coast and Geodetic Survey at a cost of 3 733 040. The ships will be 162 feet long with a 33 foot beam and 755 long tons displacement and crews of 38. A four month option could add a third vessel at 1 775 817. The project is expected to generate about 700 000 man hours of work locally. Sen Robert Byrd Rep Ken Hechler and Capt James C Tison Jr attended the signing.
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School Bill Consideration To Be Today
Columbus reports a school subsidy bill worth 466 million dollars to be voted in the House today as lawmakers face a four day adjournment. The measure funds a foundation program aimed at minimum standard education and operating aid for all public schools statewide. Previous 1959 funding stood at 413.15 million dollars.
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Grasshoppers Invade Area Across Great Plains
Massive grasshopper invasions spread through the northern Great Plains worsening drought conditions already triggering federal disaster programs in numerous counties. Temperatures in the 90s scorched vast acreages across five U S states and three Canadian provinces.
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Labor history blamed for slowing Southeastern Ohio industry growth
A SEORC panel at Lake Hope Lodge heard that Southeastern Ohio's labor history and strike notoriety deter new plants. Industrial agent Andy Lowery cited past conflicts and national attention to Portsmouth strikes as factors, while officials urged cooperation between labor and management to improve the region’s image and attract investment.
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Reds Unveil Kine Sized Jet Bomber
Washington reports the Soviet Union unveiled a giant new jet bomber in Moscow during July air show practice flights. The four jet delta wing Bounder is reported to be more than 40 feet longer and possibly more powerful than U S long range bombers. US officials see the disclosure as a demonstration of Soviet airpower amid Berlin tensions.
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Legion Chief Predicts War At California Legion Convention
National Commander William R. Burke warned about a possible war with the Soviet Union over Berlin saying Khrushchev may bluff and urging delegates to prepare for what appears inevitable. He stated the United States might have to destroy Castro and Khrushchev to survive.
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Athens Men Plead Innocent In School Teacher Beating
Two Athens men Jerry L. Linscott and Gerald Uldrich pleaded innocent in Municipal Court to assault with intent to rob charges tied to beating Gibsonburg teacher Charles Crawford hospitalized in critical condition. Bond set at 1000 each. possible manslaughter charges if Crawford dies. Witnesses say $125 damages demanded after auto collision.
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Conditional maritime pact set while talks continue
David L. Cole announced a conditional agreement between the National Maritime Union and two shipping groups the American Merchant Marine Institute and the Tanker Labor Service Committee. The pact becomes a full contract only if two additional unions also settle. Cole urged parties to stay ready through Sunday night for further talks to end the tieup.
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SEORC Speaker Urges Cooperation For Regional Development
Walter Myers executive manager of the Upper Ohio Valley Development council urged Ohio Valley leaders at Lake Hope to embrace seven points for a successful development program. He urged a common regional front, phased plans, updated data on trends, regional and community planning, inland relocation to free river sites, active promotion through personal contact, and accessible plant financing.
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