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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1964
Page
2
The Panama Zone, a 553 square mile strip, remains under perpetual U.S. sovereignty per 1903 treaty terms, sparking Panamanian anger despite Panama’s titular sovereignty. The zone features U.S. governance and high salaries for American staff, fueling disputes over economic gains and national autonomy.
Angry Panamanian residents rebelled against Colombia and proclaimed independence. Colombia sent troops to Colon but met a U.S. Marine contingent. The United States quickly recognized Panama and secured a Canal Zone treaty for 1 million dollars upfront and annual payments. The 40 mile canal shortened Atlantic Pacific voyages by about 7,873 miles and opened in 1914.
In Ca Mau Viet Nam a US Army reconnaissance plane crashed injuring seven and killing two Vietnamese civilians. American pilots and a Vietnamese observer bailed out when guerrilla fire cut the fuel line. The crew survived.
Gov. Nelson Rockefeller said in a campaign speech that in 1945 FBI agents told him in San Francisco that they had “the goods” on Alger Hiss and Harry Dexter White. He noted White died in 1949 and Hiss served time for perjury. A source said the remarks aimed to illustrate anti communist efforts. Rockefeller recalled meeting FBI agents daily at the conference.
Gov. Hoff announced plans for a graduated gross income tax dubbed the education tax plus a net capital gains tax. The package would fund higher state aid to education, reform tax timing for insurance premiums and meals, and create an unclaimed property act expected to raise about 250,000. Regions would form tax assessment districts to fix listing defects found in a 60-town study.
A Rockefeller spokesman stated that Henry Morganthau era figures Alger Hiss and Dexter White were discussed in a report as part of a broader effort to illustrate the historic threat of communism. He said the information was not shared with State Department colleagues to avoid implying FBI alignment with fascist elements.
The dispute over the Panama Canal escalated as a mob attacked the U.S. embassy delaying flag displays and prompting evacuation of most staff. Panama's President Chiari denounced the United States and urged peaceful resolution while threatening treaty revision to assert sovereignty.
New Orleans AP reports Louisiana Democrat runoff between Morrison and McKeithen set amid Kennedy assassination echoes. Morrison, 51, former New Orleans mayor, leads first primary. McKeithen emphasizes race issue to win segregationist vote. Both deny shared aims. campaign marks sharp racial politic divisions.
Washington ARA on Friday approved a 32000 dollar study of the New Bedford Massachusetts Industrial Park to determine the best use for the land.
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