Restoration of Public Assistance Funds OK'd
Augusta lawmakers approve 445000 to restore public assistance grants to mid 1963 levels while opposing a Reed administration bill to raise state payments to nursing homes by 185000. Governor urged the increase. eligibility rules were tightened last fall to trim about 700 cases, with 350 already dropped. The measure would restore remaining eligible cases and preserve pre fall rules.
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Archie L. Humphrey
R.augusta
Appropriations Committee
Kennedy Given Peace Mission
Atty. Gen. Robert F. Kennedy departs to brief President Johnson and discuss Malaysia with Indonesian President Sukarno. The talks may focus on Malaysia British involvement and a provision tying U S aid to a favorable US assessment, with possible discussions in Tokyo where Sukarno vacations. Kennedy's 1962 Indonesia visit and push for peaceful resolution are noted.
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Washington
Robert F. Kennedy
Johnson
Sukarno
White House
Kennedy
Tokyo
Andrew Hatcher
Malaysia
News At A Glance: International and National Updates
The United States rejects Panama's demand for a pledge to review the Panama Canal treaty as a precondition for resuming relations. An Arab summit on Israel's diversion of Jordan River waters moves into technicalities. A blizzard-like storm across the eastern U.S. leaves many dead, snarled traffic, and stranded travelers. Four Air Force crew missing after a jet bomber crash near Cumberland Maryland are still being searched in harsh, snowy terrain. President Johnson plans a 3.4 billion dollar foreign aid request in the coming budget. Attorney General Kennedy departs for talks with President Sukarno on Johnson’s behalf.
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United States
Panama
Israel
Jordan River
Air Force
Cumberland
Maryland
Washington
Johnson
Congressional
Robert F.kennedy
Sukarno
Thomas C. Mann
U.S
Kennedy
Canal Zone
Panama City
Foreign Aid Set At 3.4 Billion In New Budget Plan
President Johnson plans to earmark 3.4 billion dollars for foreign aid in a 97.9 billion dollar budget to be submitted next week. Senator Mansfield confirms the figure, noting a modest cut from current year funding and signaling possible shifts in Aid for International Development. Mansfield calls for shared responsibility among non Communist powers, prioritizing Latin America and Alliance for Progress, with economic aid in Asia handled by Commonwealth nations and military aid under Defense due to commitments in Vietnam, Korea, and elsewhere.
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Washington
Johnson
Senate
Mike Mansfield
Montana
Agency For International Development
Mansfield
United States
Latin America
Britain
France
West Germany
Africa
Asia
Panama
Alliance For Progress
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Defense Department
South Viet Nam
Korea
Chuckle on the tongue joke from Gen. Fea Corp
A light quip notes that the tongue weighs little yet many people struggle to keep it still. The line satirizes self control and restraint with a playful edge. References to an origin group are mentioned in parentheses.
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Fea, Corp
Snowbound Maine Area Clears Roads After Heavy Storm
A northeast storm pounded Biddeford Saco area with up to 10 inches of snow. Roads were cleared through the night walkers replaced drivers as forecasts warned of cold windy weather. The storm caused fires and property loss in South Thomaston and South Berwick while Coast tides rose but caused no major damage. Major cities reported few traffic injuries and schools canceled classes. Maine Turnpike remained open and flights were disrupted. Cumberland Farms Northern, Inc. faced a court ruling over milk coupons tied to the Maine Milk Control Law.
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Biddeford-Saco
Biddeford
Saco
Thornton Academy
New England Tel
Tel. Co
Maine Turnpike
Central Maine Power Co
South Thomaston
Toiva Mahonen
South Berwick
Clinton Schaff
Washington
Hancock Counties
U.S. Weather Bureau
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Brunswick
Rumford
Bangor
Augusta
Old Town
Houston
Greenville
Caribou
Limestone
Eliot Finberg
Robert H. Brownlee
Dyer St
City Hall
Cutts Avenue
Blizzard Moves Through New England Out To Nova Scotia
Storm dumped a foot or more of snow across New England with drifts to five feet and at least six deaths from shoveling or related causes. Nantucket recorded 20 inches, Boston nine, and many towns reported subfreezing temps as an improving pattern began. Air service to Nantucket and Cape Cod was halted while roads gradually opened.
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New England
Atlantic
Nova Scotia
Nantucket
Cape Cod
The
Weather Bureau
Island
Falmouth
Pittsfield
Hartford
Logan International
Hyannis
Rhode Island
Massachusetts
New Hesnenite
Deadlocked Talks Over Panama Canal Crisis
United States and Panama fail to bridge gaps as Panama demands a pledge to review the canal treaty before resuming relations. OAS peace committee plans further talks while Panamanian Foreign Minister Galileo Solis says a decision on taking over Panamanian affairs in Washington will come within 24 hours.
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Panama
United States
Peace Committee
The
Organization of American States
U.S
Washington
Biddeford Baptists Pick Slate
At the Biddeford United Baptist Church annual meeting last night officers and trustees were elected. Earle Lewis was named moderator with Adelpha McKeen and Irene Dwelley in key financial roles. committee reports were presented and new deacons and deaconesses were elected.
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Biddeford
Ernest Harmon
Norman McKeen
James Herrick
Daniel Burnham
Earle Lewis
Michael Hallezuk
Lewis and McKeen
Mary Dawn
Lois Burnham
Elinor McKeen
Louise Pike
Ethel Lewis
the Flower
Secrecy Clamps Down On Jet Bomber Crash Near Cumberland
In Cumberland Maryland AP report details a B52 crash on a blizzard swept Appalachian mountains west of the city. Maj Thomas E McCormick bailed out and survived near Grantsville while four other crew members remained missing amid heavy storms. Nuclear devices on board reportedly recovered with area sealed off. Civil Air Patrol and state police aided the search as snow intensified across the region.
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Cumberland
Air Force
Thomas E. McCormick
Yawkey
W. Va
Appalachian Range
Westover Air Force Base
Mass
Turner Air Force Base
McCormick
Grantsville
Maryland
Strategic Air Command
Omaha
Neb
Civil Air Patrol
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Arab Conclave Sets Plans On Jordan River Waters
CAIRO AP The Arab League leaders opened a summit to discuss Israel's Jordan River water plans. Nasser urged definite resolutions and possible unified military action, while avoiding force due to current constraints. The talks aimed to reconcile Arab states and consider implementing 1961 Defense Council recommendations.
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Arab League
League
Arab Technical Commission
Jordan Waters
Gamal Abdel Nasser
United Arab Republic
Nasser
Arab Defense Council
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