Aiken Predicts Easing Cuban Crisis Tension
U S Senator George D Aiken told a Rotary Club audience in Aiken that some reduction in Cuban crisis tensions is evident and expects further easing in three to four days He doubts the Soviet union will break the blockade or lift the quarantine without proof of dismantling missile and bomber sites He also noted U N security council vetoes and possible U N inspection challenges and called handling the crisis a tough test for the U N He spoke during a campaign stop while seeking a fourth term and outlined federal state cooperation in governance See AIKEN PREDICTS Continued on Page 2
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AEC Delays Weekend Nuclear Test To Mid Week
The Atomic Energy Commission postpones the planned weekend test in the Pacific. A submegaton device will be detonated at tens of kilometers altitude, now targeted for Tuesday night or Wednesday near Hawaiian time, replacing earlier low yield plans.
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Vermont ski boom spurs new housing around Green Mountains
A fall construction upswing in southern Vermont centers on Bromley Magic Mountain Stratton and Mount Snow areas. Developers expect 735 lots to yield 1 000 plus homes or more, as lodges and motels rise to meet rising ski season demand and a trend toward two homes per family. Some doubt the boom but projects proceed along Route 100 and surrounding towns with emphasis on substantial two story homes over A frames.
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Bennington Civil Defense Faces Manpower and Planning Gaps
Bennington prepares to overhaul its civil defense after Alfred H. Arnold’s resignation. William Mattison, 35, will consult state and local officials next week to assess what is needed. Arnold warned of weak links in public welfare and supply requirements and the lack of trained personnel for securing, rationing and distributing essential goods during emergencies.
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India declares emergency as Nehru gains broad powers
India proclaims an emergency with Prime Minister Nehru granted near dictatorial powers to fight Chinese forces along the Himalayan frontier. President Radhakrishnan authorizes sweeping controls including curbs on speech and courts. China is accused of invading deep into India, with fighting ongoing on a 2,500 mile border as Nehru withholds formal war.
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Two Year Light Oratory Session Could Extend Vatican Council
Vatican dispatch notes the Ecumenical Council may last two years or longer due to extensive speeches in St. Peter's Basilica. Bishops worldwide air diverse opinions, with some predicting a decade or more. No closing date set. Latin remains official, while debates consider use of national tongues in services.
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Turn Em Back Clocks Setback Tonight Across States
Vermont and New York switch to Eastern Standard Time at 2 a.m. Sunday. Banner readers are reminded to turn their clocks back one hour upon retiring tonight.
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Soviet Cuba Missile Buildup Stirs U N Tension
The White House reports rapid Soviet and Cuban missile site development aimed at full operational capability. Kennedy cautions of further action, while Khrushchev orders ships to avoid the interception zone as U Thant engages U N talks. McNamara notes substantial activity at intermediate and medium range sites.
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Pure Coincidence Tied Kennedy Jr to Cuba Blockade Stoppage
The destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. encountered the Soviet chartered freighter Maruela during a blockade area. A Defense Department official called the timing pure coincidence, noting the Lebanese flag vessel was in a sector assigned to Kennedy and other blockading ships.
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Soviet seeks air bases in Brazil and Guinea for Cuba airlift
U.S. officials disclosed Moscow has sought landing rights in Latin America and parts of Africa to support a Cuba airlift. Brazil was unnamed as under consideration, Guinea was mentioned but skepticism rose. Intelligence also noted megaton warheads reportedly in Cuba under Soviet control.
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