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Newspaper

Berkshire Eagle

Location

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1965

Page

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Johnson undergoes gall bladder removal success noted

President Johnson underwent a two hour gall bladder operation at Bethesda Naval Hospital. Doctors reported the procedure a complete success and the president walked short distances within hours, though he looked tired. Ike sent flowers and Moyers provided updates on his condition and visitors including the president’s pastor.

Johnson Moyers George Davis National City Christian Church Ike Bethesda Naval Hospital Maryland Dwight D Eisenhower White House Mowers Bill D. Mayers Nancy

Bleachers Collapse Injures Dozens At Monty Street School

In Plattsburgh New Hampshire two sections of gym bleachers collapsed Friday trapping about 200 children. At least five children and a teacher were seriously hurt with others cut or bruised. Some had broken arms or legs and were rushed to Champlain Valley Hospital as officials investigated the unknown cause. Witnesses recalled children falling from about 15 feet in the highest rows.

Plattsburgh APJ Cham- Plain Valley Hospital Monty Street

Full Recovery Still Likely Despite Additional Ureter Stone

Washington AP reports President Johnson underwent Friday double surgery for gall bladder and a newly found ureter stone. Surgeons say discovery does not alter the prognosis for full and prompt recovery. The ureter stone, on the right side, was smaller and less dangerous than a kidney stone, reducing risk of kidney damage.

Washington Johnson White House

Stand-by President Humphrey Keeps Low Profile Day

Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey acted as stand-by president while Johnson underwent gall bladder surgery. He maintained a normal schedule, held briefings, presided briefly over the Senate, and kept reporters at bay as Johnson recovered.

Humphrey

Flying platform for moon flight tests take first airborne run

Edwards Air Force Base Calif AP a test model of a four legged wingless landing platform flown Friday under rocket power by veteran X15 pilot Joseph A Walker to 300 feet using its jet engine The craft stands about 10 feet high and is designed to land men on the moon.

Edwards Air Force Base Calif Joseph A. Walker

Paris Tailor Showcases Ski Log Tuxedo Transformation

A Paris tailor displays an inventive ski wear idea that converts ski logs into a tuxedo with zip and turnover features. The concept blends fashion with a playful nod to a crowded social calendar among ski enthusiasts.

Paris

Passengers Reply Base Bomb Scare On Flight 825

An Honolulu bound Pan American plane 30 hours from Los Angeles was told of a possible bomb aboard. Passengers answered no to paying anyone to carry a package. The plane landed safely in Honolulu. Kobayashi appeared in court on a bomb threat charge. FBI said he paid someone to fake a bomb. No device found on board.

Los Angeles Pan-American Airways Honolulu Robert Yukata Kobayashi U. S Kobayashi FBI

English Missionary Mistaken for Tony Curtis at Airport

Squealing teenagers mobbed English missionary Rev. Louis Alexander at Mexico City airport, believing him to be Hollywood star Tony Curtis. He noted the error had occurred before and recalled meeting the real Tony Curtis, remarking on their striking resemblance.

Mexico City UPI Hollywood Tony Curtis Louis Alexander

End of New York Times Strike Nears Resolution

A tentative agreement between the AFL-CIO New York Newspaper Guild and the New York Times ends the 114 day strike, with ratification by 2,200 guild members at the Times required. Six papers may resume publication, led by the Times, Daily News, Journal American, World Telegram and Sun, Star Journal, and Long Island presses.

New York Afl-Cio New York Newspaper Guild New York Times New York City Publishers’ Association Guild The Times Robert F. Wagner Theodore Kheel Morning Daily News Afternoon Journal-American World-Telegram and Sun Long Island Star-Journal Long Island Press New York Post Herald Tribune Publishers Association of Members Association

Precise form eyed as Volpe tax debate resumes in Berkshire

Berkshire lawmakers discussed Gov. Volpe's sales tax proposals in precise form, with Kitterman opposing, Greenberg supporting as a compromise, and Wojtkowski seeing strong odds if the package limits benefits to higher earners. Senate opposition remains led by Maurice Donahue despite House prospects. In a separate item, UK mother Phyllis Keeble, 33, welcomed her 11th child, a 9-pound boy, last week in Bridgen t England.

Berkshire Volpe William S. Kitterman Pittsfield Joel S. Greenberg Greenberg Thomas C. Wojtkowski Wojnkowski Senate House Maurice A. Donahue Bridgent England UPI Phyllis Keeble Keeble William Keeble

Union Leader Wins Pivotal Vote Over Sales Tax Plan

In Boston AP reportsSalvatore Camelio led a strong victory for anti sales tax stance defeating Louis Andrew by a wide margin. Camelio secured 477,719 votes to Andrew 16,459, framing the result as support for opposing Gov Volpe’s sales tax proposal.

Boston Aflci0 Labor Council Salvatore Camelio Louis Andrew

Massachusetts House Kills Third Tax Program

Gov. Volpe sees further relief for cities and towns slipping away as the House deletes a $44 million income tax increase from a $202 million program. Ten Republicans join 109 Democrats in voting to delete the measure, prompting the governor to order Republican floor leader Sidney Curtiss to scuttle the bill. The House vote ends 4 to 1.

Volpe House Sidney Q. Curtiss Sheffield

Monday Vote Planned Labor Bill Filibuster Test

Washington AP administration leaders move to end a filibuster on the union shop issue by seeking cloture on a bill to repeal Taft Hartley Section 14B. Senate action set for Monday at 1 p.m. Mansfield seeks two thirds to close debate amid Dirksen opposition and possible renewed filibuster.

Washington Senate Berrett M. Dirksen Ilinois Mike Mansfield Mansfield Dirksen Bill

Weather outlook with showers and weekend chill

Partly cloudy with a chance of brief showers today. High temperatures in the mid states. Colder conditions expected over the weekend.

Sts

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