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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1963
Page
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Washington opinion piece by John Strohm criticizes 1963 farm policy and tax costs. It argues inefficient subsidies misallocate resources, noting farm numbers shrink while output per worker soars. It questions safety, soil conservation, and self reliance goals amid government plans and farmer payments.
In Washington the Kennedy administration faces Republican criticism over Cuba policy as Sen. Mansfield and Sen. Humphrey urge responsible debate. They challenge charges as politically charged while praising frank disclosures of Soviet strength in Cuba and urge critics to consult official channels.
Secretary of State Dean Rusk says the Red China Soviet split offers encouragement for freedom's future while warning Communist threats remain real and may grow. In a National Educational Television interview he noted the split shows communism contains seeds of decay. Also on the program were A Alexis Johnson Harriman and Roger Hilsman.
The stock market finished moderately lower in slow trading on Lincoln's Birthday as the New York market opened. Limited activity and cautious sentiment led to a subdued session with broad declines across major industrial and financial shares.
A Kingsport resident fatally shot five children and then killed himself today, according to police. The tragedy occurred in Kingsport, Tennessee, and authorities said the gunman died from his self-inflicted wounds. Investigators are examining the motive and circumstances surrounding the incident.
In St Paul Minneapolis the Twins have six unsigned players after three members signed 1963 contracts. The roster includes two pitchers a catcher an outfielder and two infielders. The AP reports the unsigned group remains tentative amid contract talks.
A single engine plane crashed in a field near the Horseshoe Falls with four aboard dead. Police reported one body recovered from the wreckage while the others remained pinned inside the aircraft. The incident occurred in the Niagara Falls region.
The Associated Press began automatic tabulation and rapid transmission of major markets using an IBM computer. The system speeds up to 10 000 words per minute, cuts manual labor from 25 minutes to about 10, and can recall update and store stock data instantly for newspapers nationwide.
Gov Elmer L Andersen orders a three person probe into alleged patient mistreatment at the St Peter security hospital part of Minnesota State Mental Hospital system. William Scott Robert Mc Coy and Mrs Wright Brooks depart for on site review with a welfare panel to decide releases transfers or removals. Legislative figures caution reports of abuse may be exaggerated and Dr Grimes faces Senate scrutiny next Saturday.
Beiruit based AP report says Iraq's new regime is arming civilians in Baghdad and Basra to fight Communist agitators after the overthrow and execution of Premier Kassem. Police reportedly fired on 3,000 demonstrators, with at least 250 killed. Curfews tightened and mass killings reported in northern and southern Iraq. The Kurds call a temporary halt to their civil war while the Soviet and Western powers recognize the new regime.
At Camp Lejeune Brig Gen R Mc C Tompkins leads 33 Marine officers on a 50 mile hike amid rain. The test mirrors a Roosevelt era order as critics warn some may fail while officials stress endurance and discipline.
The Minnesota Legislature learns a revised school aid formula would cost an extra 10 million while raising state aids to 47.4 percent of district maintenance costs. Governor Andersen seeks to keep within budget, provoking criticism from lawmakers. Senate panels examine employer unemployment compensation bill, citing cuts to benefits for Iron Range workers and seasonal contractors.
President Kennedy plans a private White House birthday celebration for Abraham Lincoln with a 250 page civil rights progress report. Black leaders and state officials attend a no-press reception while reporters are limited to a brief photo session and a 5 p.m. briefing.
ST PAUL AP The State Board of Education approves creation of an area vocational technical school at Eveleth. Brainerd is warned that a 1959 approval will be rescinded if a school is not started within 90 days. John A Butler and Daniel Gearhart named to liaison committee on higher education.
Harold Stoa 42 of Austin Route 4 died when his pickup struck a bridge abutment near Moscow Minnesota. Police found and removed him after the crash just after midnight. He suffered fatal head injuries and died on arrival at St Olaf Hospital. Funeral plans were set for Moscow Lutheran Church with burial in the church cemetery.
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