25 Mar 1965
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1965
Page
1
Washington reports a worldwide furor over nonlethal gas used against Viet Cong with denials from Dean Rusk and McNamara insisting the gases were riot control and intended to spare civilians. Officials fear lingering suspicion in allied and neutral countries.
Ohio Senator Charles L Pancake and Frank W. King urge an audit of administration spending on Wonderful World of Ohio pamphlets and the enlarged state highway map, citing irregular financing and promotion of political items. The Senate sent two bills to the House lowering the will age to 18 and restoring street speed limits to municipalities. The House passed three bills and rejected selling permanent fishing licenses to seniors. a door to door veteran protection measure was introduced for Senate debate.
Washington reports that advance tipoffs may have reduced the impact of air strikes against North Viet Nam by informing the enemy. Officials note many people are involved in planning the operations, aiding Viet Cong sympathizers in obtaining the targets and war plans. The article cites intelligence concerns amid ongoing large scale helicopter attacks and a flurry of announced air strikes.
Western officials doubt Beijing will commit ground troops, saying readiness to send volunteers signals brinkmanship. Experts note China would likely act only if the United States deploys ground forces in North Vietnam, with antiaircraft and jet support possible and MIGs seen in Hanoi.
The Federal Trade Commission considers ordering tire makers to warn the public about tire hazards. Senator Gaylord Nelson cites expert testimony that many new cars have tires inadequate for normal use. Tests show six passenger sedans with large trunks carry only three passengers for tire testing and no luggage. Tire size stamps do not reflect actual size or intent. Astronauts Grissom and Young return to Cape Kennedy after Gemini flight. A Yukon climber dies on the 13 900 foot peak, linked to the late President John Kennedy’s brother.
The Messenger highlights campus debates on student rules on the editorial page. It lists 11 lettermen for the Ohio University baseball team and notes a Meigs County Riding Club plan for a May 23 chores show. Athens and Nelsonville sections appear with page references and varied local items.
Washington says the United States will proceed with sizable payments to the United Nations despite the General Assembly not pressuring major powers. U S sources note the Soviet Union and France along with other arrears pay their debts while the United States sets a long term funding formula amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
The jury found the defendant guilty of shooting Wanda Cook in a downtown Bellevue hotel room on October 5. He faced life imprisonment, protested the verdict as unfair, while his ex fiancée Miss Alice Ewing remained on trial.
Thousands from across the nation join performers and civil rights demonstrators in a final six mile march to the Alabama Capitol with a 12:30 p.m. end. Mayor Earl D. James appeals to Montgomery residents to maintain law and order to keep the city’s image intact before the world.
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