Kennedy signs historic trade expansion bill to join Common Market
President Kennedy signs a five year trade expansion law granting broad power to cut tariffs and forge links with the six nation European Common Market. The bill backs economic ties with West Germany France Italy Belgium the Netherlands and Luxembourg with Britain seeking membership. It allows a 50 percent tariff cut and aims for zero duties on items constituting 80 percent of world trade.
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Gallagher named AP general manager in bold pledge
Wes Gallagher is appointed to lead The Associated Press succeeding Frank Starzel. He vows the world news cooperative will continue to record unfolding history with accuracy and contribute to understanding of our times. Gallagher has served as AP executive since 1951 and as a former war correspondent.
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VA Announces Pension Limits
White River Jct Veterans and the widows and children of deceased veterans on VA pension must report any income rise that would push annual income above legal limits. Pre July 1 1960 rolls: single $1400 without dependents or $2700 with a spouse or child. post July 1 1960 rolls: single $1800 or $3000 with dependents.
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Pension Bill Seen as Peace Gesture to Doctors
AP analysis notes Kennedy signed a self employed pension bill viewed as appeasement to doctors opposing his health care program for the elderly. The action prompted debate over his reluctance and the bill’s $115 million annual impact on Treasury revenue. Senate leaders argued the bill’s momentum and political calculus favored enactment.
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Scotland Faces Joblessness As Economy Slumps
Prime Minister Harold MacMillan faces pressure from Scottish MPs newspapers and nationalists as unemployment in Scotland runs at four percent double the national rate. Mines are closing with about 20 000 jobs lost in four years and 64 000 miners possibly down to 50 000.
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Edward Horton Describes Evolution of Beloved Monstrosity
AP Movie TV writer notes Edward Everett Horton fondly recalls his Encino mansion off the San Fernando Valley, built from 1925 starting as a two acre knoll home. He details a vast 40 by 34 foot room, parties with Lily Pons, and later additions including a music room and formal dining space reflecting his growing career.
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Deferment honors for pianist Ralph Votapek win city welcome
Ralph Votapek, 23, who won the Van Cliburn competition in Fort Worth, receives a one year draft deferment from a Milwaukee board after being slated for induction. Returning home he is greeted with a civic ceremony and presented keys to the city.
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Mahoney named headmaster at Brockton High School
John M. Mahoney formerly Bennington High School coach and teacher is granted permanent tenure as Brockton High School headmaster after an executive session. He began at Brockton in 1961 with a three year contract and has held multiple prior admin and teaching roles across Vermont and Massachusetts.
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Visitors Day At VTC Sets Oct 24 Open House
Vermont Technical College announces Visitors Day on Wednesday October 24 for high school seniors and counselors with tours, lab demos, and talks on admissions. An Open House for the public will run 6 30 p m to 9 30 p m to showcase a new 465000 laboratory building and college programs in Agricultural Electrical Highway and Mechanical Technology.
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