04 Feb 1964
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1964
Page
1
Saco Mayor J Edward Whelan says a regional vocational high school could launch to aid youth without college prep paths. He plans to convene officials from Saco Biddeford Old Orchard Beach Kennebunk and nearby communities to discuss preliminary action for the project.
In Tuskegee Alabama a federal court order to transfer 12 Negro pupils from Tuskegee High School to white schools at Notasulga and Shorter was delayed likely 24 hours. Justice Department plans remain unreleased as guards were scarce and local officials urged troopers to prevent violence amid protests and school closures.
A severe snow storm blanketed eastern New Mexico and western Texas, halting roads and closing Amarillo airport. At least three deaths were reported as drifts up to seven feet formed, with up to ten inches falling and power outages in parts. Travelers sought shelter as blockades and warnings persisted.
International wires report China may adopt a unilateral stance splitting the Communist world into two blocs. In Congo a revolt blends tribal magic terror anti white hatred and crude Communist tactics. Washington notes Chief Justice Warren says Oswald testimony may not be released in our lifetime. Navy reveals a secret satellite to monitor solar X rays shared with 15 nations. In Jackson Mississippi Negroes protest after a white bus strike injuring three with police using shotgun blasts and tear gas. New Mexico and the Texas Panhandle face heavy snow isolating communities.
Lewiston residents recall a warmer era of telephone service as operators guided weather and medical lookups. The shift to numbers and automated dialing in the 1920s brought bigger exchanges, fewer personal touches, and a cost efficient system.
AP News Analysis notes Peking asserts greater autonomy after France's recognition. It claims Khrushchev and Soviet European Communists should permit Red China to lead Asia and Africa, citing internal Maoist dissent, Peng Teh-huai's purge, and a shift toward asserting undisputed sway over revolutionary movements.
Senate investigators disclosed testimony that Bobby Baker profited from a Haitian meat deal, aided by Washington partners Francis Law and Thomas Webb Jr. The closed hearings examined potential conflicts of interest and whether other Senate aides were involved, amid moves to expand investigative authority.
The Senate rejected a proposal for a college tax credit by 48 to 45 as an amendment to the $11.6 billion tax cut bill. Supporters warned the plan could cost up to $750 million the first year and force tax rate reductions to be scaled back. Senator Ribicoff sponsored the measure.
Desmaris, former Biddeford resident and co author Ed Reid, sees The Green Felt Jungle reach number one in Chicago and number eight on the Times and Tribune lists. The Las Vegas gambling themed novel spurs Midwest controversy as Desmaris plans a Chicago centered follow up.
Navy disclosed a satellite is in orbit to study solar X rays and ultraviolet rays during the sun’s minimum activity phase, aiming to improve prediction of solar storms affecting radio communications and spaceflight. The craft piggybacked on another satellite and will be the Navy’s active solar monitor, with data to compare to 1957-58 activity.
Kathleen W Knowles 17 and husband Dennis both pleaded guilty to bad check charges. Knowles received a two year probation after theft of 240 dollars while her husband faced jail for receiving stolen money. Knowles was remanded when unable to pay a 240 dollar fine.
In New York City a one day boycott by students and teachers drew 464 362 pupils and 3 537 teachers absent. Board of Education President James B Donovan called it a fizzle while civil rights leaders warned of further action.
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