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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1963

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McNamara Backs Pact With Claim Of U S Nuclear Lead

Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara told the Senate the United States possesses tens of thousands of nuclear warheads and that the limited test ban would preserve a U S lead over the Soviet Union. He cited underground testing to delay Soviet progress and prolong U S technical superiority, while noting comparative Soviet limits in missile delivery and megaton yield. Continued on Page Two.

Washington Robert S. McNamara United States Russia Senate McNamara Capitol Hill Atomic Energy Commission Nevada Britain Moscow U.S McNamara i

Tax Cut Plan Nears Crucial House Vote

In Washington AP reports the Treasury drafted a plan to cut most Americans income taxes by about 15 percent. The House Ways and Means Committee plans to vote soon as it moves toward a full tax bill expected next month. Kennedy presses for passage while the Senate may delay action.

Washington House Ways and Means Treasury Senate Kennedy Associated Press U.S Sted Ways and Means Committee

Tax cuts eyed by House panel amid deficit concerns

The Ways and Means Committee debates a net tax reduction of about 10.3 billion dollars aiming to balance revenue changes. Rejected 5 percent floor on itemized deductions reshapes the plan, while disallowing state taxes modestly offsets losses. Presidents proposals reflect a broader effort to cut individual and corporate taxes with varied savings for families at different income levels.

Kennedy Dillon Treasury

U S to Launch Test Satellites for Nuclear Detection

Secretary McNamara announced the United States will launch initial satellites within two months to detect secret nuclear tests in deep space. He said a megaton test would need over 20 million miles from Earth to evade ground sensors, and a six to eight month schedule aims for Earth and solar satellite systems to deter shielded tests.

Washington United States Robert S. McNamara Soviet Union Earth Moon Sys McNamara U.S

First Lady Kennedy Nearing Return From Hospital Stay

Jacqueline Kennedy continues recovery after cesarean birth and the infant’s death, with no announced discharge date. She walks the eight bedroom suite at the military hospital, reads Catherine de Medici and Letters From The Vatican, and receives limited family visits from Princess Lee Radziwill while President Kennedy remains in Washington.

Otis Air Force Base Mass Jacqueline Kennedy Washington Kennedy Squaw Island Hyannis Port Catherine de Medici Jean Jeritier Xavier Rynne Vatican

Today's Chuckle on the Automobile Moral Force

The quote notes that the automobile has become a strong moral force in America by reducing horse theft, citing Copt General Kea Corp. as the source. It frames cars as a social instrument linking mobility to ethics.

America Kea

Rockefeller Eyes 1964 Nomination With Two Primaries

New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller signals readiness to pursue the 1964 GOP nomination through at least two early primaries, New Hampshire on March 10 and California on June 2, with George Hinman reporting the plan while avoiding a full scheduling commitment. Rockefeller polls hint at an edge over Barry Goldwater, though both have not confirmed candidacy.

New York Nelson A. Rockefeller Congress New York Times Washington Dispatch George L. Hinman Rockefeller Hinman Capitol New Hampshire California Sen Barry Goldwater Arizona Goldwater

Higher Costs Worry Civil Rights Marchers

Washington AP reports the August march on Washington for jobs and freedom faces rising incidental costs. A loudspeaker system quote reaches 15 800 dollars, funded partly by marchers financing travel and meals. National civil rights groups estimate a needed budget of 75 000 dollars, likely an underestimate.

Washington Washington Monument Lincoln Memorial Walter Fauntroy District of Columbia

Bar Association opposes three proposed constitutional changes

The American Bar Association, with 258 members in its House of Delegates, unanimously opposes two amendments and rejects a third. The proposed changes would let states propose amendments without Congress, create a state chief justice court of the union to override Supreme Court rulings, and remove federal jurisdiction over state legislative apportionment.

Chicago U.S American Bar Association Earl Warren ABA House of Delegates House of Delegates ABA Congress U.S. Supreme Court

Railroad Union Group Ready For Proposals

Washington report says the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen policy group met with Secretary Wirtz to discuss solutions to the work rules stalemate. A 156-member committee elected A. L. Miller as chair for special sessions and heard progress on proposed legislation ending a four year dispute that could trigger a nationwide rail strike.

Washington Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen W. Willard Wirtz Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers A.L. Miller Topeka Kans Santa Fe Railroad Specil H.E. Gilbert Miller A.C. Byron

Suit Holds Jimenez From Deportation

A paternity suit delayed the return of Marcos Perez Jimenez, the former Venezuelan dictator, to face embezzlement charges. The State Department announced his extradition, with a chartered plane dispatched from Caracas. He remained in Dade County Jail as legal fights continued over asset claims and bonds.

Miami Fla Marcos Perez Jimenez U.S. State Department Perez Jimenez Caracas United States Dade County Robert Anderson Anderson Ilona Marita Lorenz Irving Jaffe Department of Justice Rived Washington

Berlin Wall Two Years Old

Berlin marks the second anniversary of the Berlin Wall with memorials for victims and displaced families. West Berliners recall 1961 sealing of borders, the wall’s 262 mile run through the city, and ongoing refugee flows and clashes as authorities defended the barrier.

Berlin Wall Berlin Red Wall East Germany Red Gant Abies West Berlin Wall

WILL AMERICA LEAD Help colleges gain classrooms teachers now

A public service advert urging support for higher education. It calls for funding classrooms and laboratories and dedicated teachers through a free booklet from HIGHER EDUCATION Box 36 Times Square Station New York 36. Published in cooperation with The Advertising Council.

College of Higher Times Square Station New York The Advertising Council

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