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Newspaper

Berkshire Eagle

Location

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1959

Page

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Dock Strike Rebellion A Fizzle

NEW YORK AP Port activity from Maine to Texas was paralyzed today by a strike of union dock workers. A threatened back to work movement by a Brooklyn local failed to materialize and top union leaders squelched the rebellion as ships stood idle along coasts. About 200 freighters were tied up and New York Harbor saw only a handful of workers as rail and pier traffic halted to prevent unmanned facilities.

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Total solar eclipse viewed from planes above clouds

Space observers watched a total solar eclipse as the moon shadow crossed Earth leaving a bright corona. Clouds hid ground views in Boston and Canary Islands while scientists in planes and a Voodoo fighter pursued precise timings and Bailey’s Beads effects.

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70 Percent Idle In New England Dock Strike

About 70 percent of New England's 7 000 International Longshoremen's Association members were idle due to a dock water strike along the eastern seaboard. Boston dock boss John Moran said 30 percent work under separate contracts. Seven ships idled at Boston and one in Fall River. ports affected include Boston Fall River New Bedford Providence Bridgeport Portsmouth New London and Searsport. No incidents reported.

Boston New England International Longshoremen’s Assn John "Red Moran Boston Dock International Stnal TLA Fall River New Bedford Providence Bridgeport Portsmouth New London Searsport Moran Southern

Khrushchev Gave Away A $14 Wristwatch

In Pittsburgh UPI reports Kenneth Jackey swapped a wristwatch with Nikita Khrushchev. Jewelers value the watch at about $14, calling it an average timekeeper and noting its modest worth.

Khrushchev Pittsburgh UPI Kenneth Jackey Nikita Khrushchev

Five Day Forecast Shows Mild Temperatures and Showers

The forecast for the next five days indicates average temperatures about 1.7 degrees above normal, warmer on Sunday and Monday, then cooler on Tuesday and Wednesday. Showers are expected on Tuesday.

St. Warmer

One Mom Calls Up How To Dress Kiddies

Boston observers report questions about today’s partial solar eclipse. The museum answers common queries on smoking glass safety and horizon visibility while residents from Maine to Michigan report varying eclipse views.

Boston Upt Buseum of Science Quest Museum

Fully Eclipsed Sun Is Tailed by Jet

Bad weather over Fuerteventura Island hindered ground observers in the six nation study of a total solar eclipse. Clouds obscured the sun as the moon covered it, but a camera-equipped supersonic jet flew above the clouds along the eclipse path for eight minutes.

API Don Guy Massachusetts NH. Menzel Ivard Observatory Harvard Menzel Salem Coast Guard Air Station Michael Wininski Edward Dibler U.S. Air Force Fuerteventura U.S Torrejon Madrid Fuerteventura Island Canary Island Upi

U S and Philippine diplomats clash at social UN lunch

At a United Nations luncheon, U.S. official Walter Robertson and Philippine ambassador Leon Guerrero exchanged sharp statements over Asia policy and Senator Recto. Robertson accused Guerrero of arrogance and rude conduct, while Guerrero said Robertson followed the Recto line and dismissed criticism of Red China.

United Nations N.Y UPD U.S Walter Robertson Leon Ma. Guerriera Phiippine Jday Japan Canada Netherlands Guerrero Guerrera Arroga Sai Asia Philippines UPS Claro M. Recto Sabeked Recto Red China

New Rifle For Gas Can Destroy Tanks With 9-Pound Shell

Washington reports the Army unveiled a new non recoil rifle to provide a single soldier with tank gun capability at close range. Lt Gen Arthur G Trudeau said the four foot device weighs 35 pounds fires a 9 pound shell and reaches 500 yards, exceeding the bazooka’s range. The weapon promises flexibility for solo infantry operations against heavy armor on future battlefields.

Washington UPS Army Arthur G. Trudeau Trudeau

Moon Bounce TV and Calls Tested in Space Relay

In Holmdel New Jersey UPI reports Bell Telephone Co scientists plan to bounce radio waves off the moon or an artificial satellite to carry worldwide television and long distance calls. Balloons and relay equipment at Goldstone California enable two way messaging with space links. NASA cooperation backs the space experiment, seen as a potential first practical use and a new realm of entertainment and low cost long distance service.

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Former Panamanian envoy Arias freed to return home

London UPI reports former Panamanian ambassador to Britain Grobert Arias, who recently died Panama after an abrupt revolt, said he is free to return home. He told reporters in Paris that he has always been free to return to Panama and boarded a plane for Paris.

London UPI Britain Grobert Arias Panama

Khrushchev and Mao Share Peiping Birthday Spectacle

In Peiping square 112 million Chinese danced and sang to mark ten years under Red rule as Khrushchev and Mao watched. A massive artillery parade followed by a civilian turnout showcased the regime’s power, while leaders hosted by the New China News Agency observed the celebration and planned talks.

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Vancouver Man Reunites With Rejuvenated Stolen Car

T. E. McClaskey of Vancouver Washington expressed happiness when police recovered his stolen car in Denver. The vehicle, found here, had been outfitted with whitewall tires a spotless interior a new clothes rack a repaired generator and a tuned engine.

Denver T. E. McClaskey Vancouver Wash

Encephalitis Vaccine Developed by Army Researchers

Walter Reed Army Medical Center scientists have produced an Eastern encephalitis vaccine. Its effectiveness is unknown due to concurrent precautions and the small, center-only production for personnel. No recipients showed illness, and no outside firms are manufacturing it.

Huber

West Berlin Hears Accord Basis Laid

West Berlin hears that a basis for an accord has been laid in steel contract talks. United Steelworkers President McDonald remains hopeful while Union doubts surface about an early settlement. Negotiations press toward a possible end before Eisenhower’s return, with a payroll rise seen as the union demand and the industry seeking restraint on costs.

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Green, 92, Lectures Ihe For Vetoes

Providence RI The oldest man ever to serve in the U S Senate Theodore Francis Green aged 92 on the eve of his birthday spoke on radio criticizing President Eisenhower and Congress for excessive vetoes and partisan delays He urged focus on governance over campaign issues Green emphasized health and refused to discuss his 1960 candidacy He was born in Providence descendant of Revolutionary War Gen Nathaniel Green and has served in the Senate since 1938 with reelections in 1942 1948 and 1954

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Berlin Corridor Plan Outlined After Camp David Talks

AP reports President Eisenhower and Soviet Premier Khrushchev agree on a three point framework for Berlin. A corridor across East German territory would connect West Berlin to West Germany. Western troops would stay to supervise the arrangement. The US would not oppose a separate peace with East Germany, a move likely opposed by West Germany as hurting reunification prospects.

Camp David West Berlin West Germany Berlin United States Soviet Union East Germany

Search of Mine For Sailor Fails

A 15 man crew explored a 300 feet abandoned mine near Goroam NL. No sign of AWOL Navy hospitalman found. Officials fear the sailor may have lost his life underground. Camping gear belonging to Charles H. McIntyre was found near Concord. FBI says McIntyre is AWOL from a naval facility and classified a desertion case.

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Steel Strike Town Forced To Cut Staff

In western Pennsylvania city crippled by a prolonged steel strike, 6,600 workers idled and nearly 20 percent of municipal staff furloughed. Police and other departments reduced, while city faces a deficit and plans to stagger furloughs as finances improve. Mayor Andrew J. Jakomas commented on avoiding year-end deficits.

Melis UPL Poalica Pennsylvania Andrew J. Jakomas

Governor Furenla Faces Spending Tide In Overridden Vetoes

In the Eagle's editorial, Gov. Furenla is portrayed in a new role amid a wave of spending bills. The piece notes many vetoes overridden as funds flow out, with Av A. Michelson reviewing the deluge in Beacon Mill Weekly on the editorial page.

Furenla Av A. Michelson Beacon Mill

Polio cases ease barely as nationwide outbreak drifts

Washington reports 496 new polio cases for the week ending Sept 26 with 304 paralytic cases and seven deaths. The tally edges down from 522 cases the prior week, while year earlier totals show 386 cases with 180 crippling. Declines occur in Massachusetts West Virginia North Carolina Tennessee Arkansas California and Washington.

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U S Made Impact On Khrushchev

Washington officials say Nikita Khrushchev’s American tour touched his views of the United States and capitalism. They cite his impression of American strength, living standards, and unity on foreign policy, while questioning whether gains are lasting or temporary in the Cold War context.

Washington APU Nikita Khrushchev America Camp David Khrushchev Eisenhower Communist Party

Mae West Jacket Replaced by Jayne Mansfield Style

Shaw Air Force Base reports a new inflatable parachute vest replacing the Mae West. The Jayne vest inflates before escaping the harness, speeding egress. pilots praise the upgrade as safer and more up to date despite nostalgia for the older Mae West design.

Shaw Air Force Base Jayne Mansfield Wou Air Force Mae

Penitent Prankster Sentenced in Chicopee Card Heist

Arthur F. La Fromboise Jr. 28 of Chicopee received five to seven years for an assault with intent to rob while armed and masked at the Eagle Club. He admitted drinking before a hunting trip and frightening card players who then fought back, breaking his nose.

Springfield Mass Arthur FE la Fromboise Jr Chicopee la Fromboise Eagle Club Tie Kent Robery

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