Rights Bill Fight Pledged by South
Washington AP Reporting on Southern opposition to the House civil rights bill, Senator Richard Russell vows to debate 24 hours a day if needed. He says 19 Senators stand firm after administration insists on no compromises. Humphrey says Johnson is fully committed and there will be no concessions to win passage. The measure may be brought up next week.
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Seabees Return From Cuba Amid Snowstorm Disruption
Berkshire County Seabees land after Cuba duty arriving ahead of another heavy snowstorm. Water stocks at Westover AFB show 12.2 million gallons on hand with 4.1 million in storage. Tanker shipments, security work at Gitmo, and base life details follow as returning personnel reflect on rationing, Cuban civilians, and defensive measures.
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Two Jurors Dismissed From Ruby Trial Over Death Penalty View
In Dallas UPI states two prospective jurors were dismissed for cause from Jack Ruby’s trial as they opposed the death penalty. Richardson and Jones, both veniremen, said they could not sentence a man to death. Prosecutors and defense both claimed early victory in shaping a fair jury for the Oswald slaying case.
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Living Memorial for Jack Kennedy
A delegation of students from Seton Hall University New Jersey presents President Johnson with a living memorial to John F. Kennedy. The pledge form commits students to carry on Kennedy's ideals and offer loyalty cooperation and prayer to the president.
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Baker Refuses Senate Records in Subpoena Fight
Former Senate secretary Bobby Baker refused to hand over personal and business records under subpoena as the Rules Committee investigates his outside ventures and suspected conflicts of interest. Baker declined to answer questions, citing protections under the First through Sixth Amendments, as he faced a possible public testimony next week and a potential end to hearings within a month.
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UPI
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Carole Tyler
Tennessee
North American Aviation Corp
John L. Atwood
North American
Fax Cut Accord Reached
Washington negotiators clinched a final compromise tax cut bill after four days of closed bargaining. The 14 member House-Senate panel resolved over 150 differences between an 11.2 billion House measure and an 118 billion Senate version. The plan would cut taxes for 31 million individuals and 576,000 corporations, with two thirds of relief in the election year.
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Five Day Forecast Calls for Below Normal Temperatures
The forecast shows temperatures averaging four degrees below the seasonal normal of 23 degrees through Monday. Cold conditions continue over the weekend with additional snow likely late Saturday or Sunday.
Parma Court Sentences Woman Over Hen Theft While Impersonating Pregnant
In Parma Italy a 26 year old woman Gyp sy Piera Di Claudio was given a Wednesday sentence after stealing three hens and hiding them under her clothes while pretending to be pregnant. Her case, reported by UPI, highlights a bizarre crime involving feigned pregnancy and livestock theft.
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Gabon Coup Reversed By French Paratroops
French paratroops reversed the Gabon coup early, stabilizing the capital and restoring government control while political tensions continued to ripple across the country. No further details were provided on leaders or timelines.
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Ships Aid Wracked Islanders In Azores Earthquake
Refugees from Sao Jorge island were evacuated by five nations after a devastating quake. U S Norwegian British Italian and Yugoslav ships ferried more than 1 000 people across the 20 mile span between Angra and Sao Jorge. Tremors weakened but villagers reported ruins and sulfuric air amid ongoing aftershocks. About 20 000 residents on Sao Jorge face continued fear as authorities monitor the situation.
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Alvaro Cardoso
AFL-CIO Leaders Back Young in Ohio Senate Race
AFL-CIO leaders in Miami Beach endorsed Sen. Stephen Young in his Democratic primary challenge to astronaut John H. Glenn. IUE President James B. Carey praised Young as a strong senator with a liberal voting record, saying Glenn is also a strong candidate.
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UPI
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Ohio
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James B. Carey
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French Forces Restore Gabon Leader After Bloodless Coup
In Libreville and Brazzaville reports say airborne French troops disrupted Gabon’s revolutionary regime and reinstalled pro-French President Leon Mba after a clash with Gabonese insurgents. Aubame ousted, curfew imposed, emergency rule declared, and foreign interests protected.
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