De Gaulle Wins Bid For Own Atomic Force
Paris AP report says President Charles de Gaulle won passage of a controversial 1.2 billion dollar atomic striking force bill. The National Assembly approved after repeated Senate defeats amid censures, with opposition votes reaching 215 as the government secured the needed majority to overthrow the executive. The bill faces objections over cost and Atlantic alliance commitments.
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Eaton hints U S may seek Soviet loan to stem gold drain
Cleveland industrialist Cyrus Eaton told hosts at a Moscow farewell that the United States might need a loan from the Soviet Union if the drain on America's gold reserves continues. He warned the gold supply is disappearing faster than desired and suggested Washington could approach Moscow to replenish it.
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First Law Backed by Three Negative Votes
Sanex and missiles for prestige and other reasons drive a bill that becomes the first law passed after three negative votes. Yesterday’s final ballot was nearly anticlimactic as opposition deputies, who opposed the plan before, gave in. Censure votes came from Socialists Radicals and some Christian Democrats, with some Conservatives and the Republican Unity party. The plan envisions bombs built in the French testing center in the Sahara, a fleet of 50 bombers faster than sound, 270 supersonic fighters and 220 helicopters, plus a nuclear mission cruiser and an atomic submarine and rocket missile development.
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First Atomic Bomb Photos Shown in Washington
The Defense Department and Atomic Energy Commission released the first photographs of atomic bombs used on Japan, comparing the early “Little Boy” and “Fat Man” to later nuclear warheads. The images show simple fin-tailed shapes, not sci fi designs, and reveal that modern warheads weigh about one fifth as much yet unleash far greater explosive power.
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Windsors Seek Stolen Jewels in London Sleuthing
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor arrived from Paris to shop in London and quietly pursue a 1845 jewel theft case. Scotland Yard sources note heirlooms valued at about $84,000, including tie pins and rings once owned by King Edward VII, stolen during their Ednam Lodge stay near Sunningham 15 years ago.
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Castro Aide Said To Warn Cuban Envoy
Washington police investigate a Cuban diplomat's claim that Ambassador Quintin Pino Machado threatened him with death for not returning to Havana. The report links a broader Foreign Ministry shakeup moving loyalists into posts. Hurtado and two other diplomats reportedly refused to return, with others leaving posts.
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Poland Yugoslavia sign 1961 65 trade pact
Poland and Yugoslavia signed a trade pact for 1961 to 1965 totaling 320 million in trade turnover. The two communist nations reported that trade since 1955 had reached 220 million, per PAP.
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United Nations Power Seen Overruling U S Says Church
San Francisco AP The National Council of Churches Hails U N growth from 58 to about 166 members and says the United States may be outvoted on some issues urging citizens to prepare for a world scale democracy. Delegates from 33 denominations push U N support as a force for peace and democratic extension worldwide. Foreign missionary experts urge U S backing for reform struggles in backward lands and questions if America adequately supports progress efforts.
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Monaco hosts first international TV festival
Fourteen countries enter the Monte Carlo television festival judged TV films. Prince Rainier, husband of the former Grace Kelly, founded the event to develop international relations in television.
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Bomb Explodes at Cuban Church Blamed on Communists
In Havana a bomb ripped a Roman Catholic church after vesper services injuring no one but damaging pews and flooring. Pastor Msgr Eduardo Boza Masvidal leads a church faction opposing Fidel Castro and denounced by government critics. several other bombs exploded citywide as anti regime insurgents escalate activity.
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Soviet Demands U S Korea Troops Withdrawn
In Moscow, the Soviet Union demanded immediate withdrawal of all foreign troops from the Korean peninsula, accusing the United States of blocking Korea’s unification. A Tass-broadcast government statement said American occupation of the southern part is the main obstacle to unification.
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Insurgents Reported Active in Western Cuba Conflicts
Reports say insurgents move in the Es cambray Mountains Las Villas province while voluntary forces pursue rebels in mountains near western and central Cuba. Unconfirmed word says Castro and Raul Castro travel to Las Villas to supervise the crackdown with army troops and militiamen. Raul had shifted headquarters to Santiago amid unrest.
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False Teeth Adv Promises Comfort and Fresh Breath
An advertisement touts a dental powder named Fas that claims to keep false teeth from loosening or slipping, reduce sour breath, and improve comfort. It urges customers to buy at local rug counters and promises non acidic ingredients for better plate fit and odor control.
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