21 Dec 1963
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1963
Page
1
West Berliners flooded crossing points into East Berlin as authorities reported 240000 approved passes for Christmas and New Year visits. Guards opened barriers early and relaxed pet rules while long lines formed at 12 offices. About 9900 remained outside Friday night awaiting applications.
Biddeford Saco merchants report holiday shopping is strong with growth over last year in most stores. Evening hours boost sales while competition from discount centers challenges toys and general merchandise. Shoppers favor color, accessories, and practical gifts as shops highlight window displays and free parking.
Congress nearly adjourned but a Republican tactic blocked passage of a 3 billion foreign aid package. The House sent the bill back to conference to restore a Senate vetoed amendment on private grain financing to Soviet bloc nations, delaying year end adjournment.
Richard Honeck, 84, released from Menard Penitentiary in Illinois after 64 years behind bars. He toured San Francisco with his niece Clara Orth, marveling at modern life and planes. Parole had stalled since 1949 until relatives intervened. He said he feels reborn and happy to begin life anew.
The three month winter season begins Sunday but frigid arctic air from Canada spreads across the eastern two thirds of the nation. Sub zero temperatures hit the Midwest and Northeast with many locales reporting record lows and snow depths exceeding a foot in places. Authorities warn no major relief is expected soon and winter solstice marks the official start at 9 02 a m EST with days set to lengthen after today’s shortest daylight.
Nation mourns President Kennedy ends Sunday as Christmas transforms the capital. A torch from Kennedy's grave to the Lincoln Memorial will illuminate candles at a memorial for the dead leader. Johnson to light the national Christmas tree, signaling the holiday season.
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