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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1965
Page
2
London based Catholic weekly Universe cites Father Joseph, saying Arab troops attacked Negro residents in South Sudan on July 8. Mass killings, arson, and looting followed though Juda cathedral areas were spared. Universe notes fear of Arab exterminate and colonize aims amid Viet Nam distraction.
Advertisement promises up to 35 percent better chewing with FASTEETA powder placed on dentures. Claims include comfort, quick action, and a noticeable bite improvement. Marketed as a cold remedy alternative with a powdery taste and gummy texture sold at drug counters.
Carl T. Rowan former head of the U S Information Agency will become a Washington columnist starting September 1 writing for the Chicago Daily News and Publishers Newspaper Syndicate and contributing to Readers Digest. He plans three days a week and says he will not violate government confidences.
Gherman Titov announced on air on the fourth anniversary of his space flight that he and his wife are expecting a baby this month. He notes he is the second Soviet cosmonaut to fly in space. Valentina Tereshkova and her husband Andrian Nikolayev are among others who have had children since their space nights.
Greek King Constantine met with political leaders amid protests as George Papandreou presses for reinstatement after being ousted last month. A decision on naming a new premier or calling elections was expected by Saturday as Papandreou’s Center Union campaigned and the Novas government lost a confidence vote, signaling a volatile clash over the monarchy’s powers.
The New Bedford trawler hauled up a lime plaster loaded drill mine in a scallop net. Navy frogmen investigated 95 feet of water offshore near Cape Henry after the catch. Skipper Robert Carlisle recalled the Snoopy tragedy when handling the harmless device.
European markets push gold prices higher as the London Bullion Exchange shows a 1% jump to $35.19 an ounce, the highest since November 1961. The piece notes the U.S. treasury gold reserves draining amid speculative flows and discusses Britain's pound troubles and U.S. defense of the dollar.
WASHINGTON UPI House GOP Leader Gerald Ford urges President Johnson to ask Congress for a declaration of war on North Vietnam unless extenuating circumstances protect UN peace talks. Ford demands Johnson come before Congress to disclose details, amid a heated Viet Nam dispute. LONDON UPI Radio Damascus reports an assassination attempt on Yemeni President Abdulla Al Sallal with two aides wounded and no further details.
A 17-year-old diabetic with his 3-year-old brother vanish after leaving Roaring Brook camp to hike Mt Katahdin. Xerox volunteers join the search from Rochester, N Y, aiding 270 searchers fanned over a 10 mile radius. Officials weigh survival odds and insulin needs as temperatures drop to the 40s.
The Senate quickly concurred with House amendments to a race imbalance bill after a voice vote and suspended rules. An amendment barring members of Communist‑listed groups from advisory committee service was criticized and set aside. Two hurdles remain before Gov. VAlpe signs, including an emergency preamble to take effect immediately. The second issue is enactment, as the party faces funding strain and a salary pause. Republican plays focus on fundraising to cover a $200,000 debt and $10,100 monthly office costs, with Parker as new chairman seeking $400,000 from the public. Buck Dumaine left the executive director post, now vacant.
Former Revere City Manager Edward P. O'Toole, 56, found guilty on 210 counts of larceny and related charges for stealing $44,482 in city funds. Jury deliberated six and a half hours. he faces appeals by next Thursday. Prosecution said he cashed 54 city checks to City Hardware, Inc. for non-existent supplies between 1959 and 1961. He retired in 1963 after 11 years as city manager.
West Los Angeles fans observe the third anniversary of Marilyn Monroe’s death at Westwood Memorial Park. More than 100 people visited her crypt while the park notes an average 200 to 300 fans visit weekly. Former husband Joe DiMaggio sends roses three times weekly to the crypt.
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