House Passes Civil Rights Pact End Of Long Battle
The House approval ends a lengthy congressional fight as the civil rights bill, already cleared by the Senate, heads for President Johnson's signature. The measure bans employment discrimination, bars segregation in public facilities, and strengthens desegregation efforts while extending the Civil Rights Commission and creating a voluntary community relations service.
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Dean Pound, Harvard Law Authority, Dies at 93
Roscoe Pound, renowned yet never earned a law degree, dies at 93 in Harvard Stillman Infirmary. A former Harvard Law School dean called the grand old man of law, memorial service planned in Memorial Church. Pound, born 1870 in Lincoln, Nebraska, studied at Nebraska after attending Harvard.
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Chuckle Husband Puns On Bridge We Were Crossing
A lighthearted quip about bills and choices. A husband tells his wife that they are at the bridge they planned to cross when they came to it, delivering a pun on decision making and financial worries.
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Eisenhower denies Scranton nomination report
NEW YORK AP Former President Dwight D Eisenhowers son John Eisenhower denies a NBC report that his father would nominate Gov William Scranton for president at the Republican convention He says it is not true and cites himself and his parents marking their 48th wedding anniversary at home in Gettysburg Pa Scranton says in Eugene Ore that he does not know of the plan
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Referendum Funds Granted to Cover Ballot Printing
Augusta AP report says Governor Reed and the executive council approved 10000 to finance a statewide referendum for 10 constitutional amendments approved by the 10th Legislature. The plan covers printing and distributing ballots which the legislature had not funded.
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Johnson hails House passage of 3.3 billion foreign aid bill
President Johnson welcomed House approval of a 3.3 billion foreign aid measure after Rep. Otto Passman failed to push further cuts. The 231-174 vote sent the bill to the Senate as the aid ceiling is set, ending a decade of Passman influence over the program.
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Reed seeks disaster aid for 15 drought‑hit Maine counties
Governor Reed asks Agriculture Secretary Freeman to make 15 Maine counties eligible for three relief programs. Proposals include Soil Bank grazing and haying on land retired under the Soil Bank, a livestock feed grains program, and Emergency loans from the Farmers Home Administration. Rainfall has been well below normal for months, with a two year precipitation shortfall. Meetings with 45 ASCS committee members outlined the plan and conditions for grazing rights and crop support.
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Western Allies defend multilateral NATO nuclear force
United States envoy William C. Foster defended the planned multinational NATO nuclear force as a shield for Western Europe against Soviet threats in the 17 nation disarmament talks. He argued that sea based weapons deter and prevent spread of nuclear arms while maintaining NATO deterrence amid Soviet opposition. Zorin urged the West to renounce the plan or risk breaking off East West talks.
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Two Sons Die In Lincoln Fire
Thirteen month old twin boys died in a Lincoln house fire that destroyed the home of Walter and Mrs Maynard. Mark and Michael were found in a second floor bedroom where they were put to bed. The parents and two older children escaped while two younger children were away. Fire officials said the blaze appeared to start in the living room.
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National Labor Board Strips Union Certification for Racial Discrimination
The National Labor Relations Board ruled the Independent Metal Workers Union guilty of racial discrimination at Hughes Top Co. in Houston. The board revoked its certification, citing illegal coercion and refusal to bargain, opening the plant to possible new union certification.
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Gen Taylor leaves army to become ambassador to South Vietnam
General Maxwell D. Taylor ends a battle-starred soldier career with retirement in Washington and a new posting as U S ambassador to Communist besieged South Vietnam. McNamara awards a third Oak Leaf Cluster, honoring nearly two years as Joint Chiefs chair. Johnson to attend a White House swearing in ceremony. Taylor, 62, will lead civilian and military efforts to drive out Viet Nam's guerrillas.
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Senate completes action on 564 million pay hike bill
Senate moves to approve a 564 million federal pay raise with a 7500 yearly boost for each member, rejecting three attempts to strike the increases. The measure, likely to reach President Johnson after Congress recesses for the Republican National Convention, would raise pay from 22500 to 30000 for senators and representatives and their staffs. Proxmire critiqued the raise, noting it seems inconsistent with cutting government spending as he argued against higher pay.
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Notable Figures and Legislation in Brief
The Associated Press highlights key events including the death of a famed law authority at Harvard Law School after 20 years heading the institution. Washington reports the end of a long civil rights fight with House approval of Senate legislation. President Johnson praises a $3.3 billion foreign aid bill awaiting Senate consent. The Senate acts on a federal pay raise bill while attempts to block it fail. A National Labor Relations Board ruling finds a union guilty of racial discrimination. Makarios rejects a UN mediator appointee in Cyprus talks. Princess Margaret appears in a provocative dress amid publicized dance performances.
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Fire Blamed On Incinerator Near Portland Wharf
PORTLAND AP Fire officials blame an outdoor incinerator for a three alarm blaze that destroyed a two story building near Portland's waterfront. Deputy Chief Thomas J Markley said sparks blew under metal siding and started the fire in the wood frame section. The blaze destroyed two businesses Odorite Co suppliers of sanitation chemicals and Z Boxstein Sons barre makers.
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Road project in Boothbay Harbor awarded to Hinman Inc
Augusta AP reports a $201,258 road job for Boothbay Harbor awarded to W H Hinman Inc of Westbrook after being the lowest of three bids. The plan calls for over half a mile of Route 96 to a new Route 27 intersection to remove a dangerous condition, per the State Highway Commission.
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