McCone Confirmed as CIA Director in Senate Vote
The Senate approved John A. McCone's nomination as CIA director by a wide margin after three days of debate over potential conflicts of interest. Forty three Democrats and 24 Republicans supported McCone, while 10 Democrats and 2 Republicans opposed. Critics cited his oil and shipping holdings. supporters praised his administrative ability and national security credentials.
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Robert C. Byrd
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Albert Gore
D-Tenn
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TRL
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McCane
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AEC
Asiore
Free World
Gote
Bridgeport Weather Update Cold with Snow Likely
Official Weather forecast for Bridgeport and vicinity predicts cloudy and hot? with occasional light snow today, turning partly cloudy and colder this afternoon. Highs in the 20s to 30s, lows near 5 to 10 tonight, Friday partly cloudy and cold in the 20s. Almanac notes sun sets at 7:04 pm and rises at 7:03 am.
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Pept al Commerce
Bridgeport
Algeria Gripper by Terrorism Threat Shocks Algiers
Seven bank and facility raids blamed on the right wing secret army shook Algiers and Oran as airlines canceled night flights. The month’s toll reached 85 dead and 990 wounded with 229 Europeans and 135 Muslims among the victims. A Paris arrest linked to the secret army surfaced as authorities warned the country faces growing anarchy.
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Paris
Constantine
Mireille Noem
J Gleymann-Szaian
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France
Saida
Philippe Castille
Drugged Chimp Parachutes From 19,000 Feet In Capsule Test
A drugged chimpanzee named Susie, 700 pounds in a capsule with its own oxygen, was parachuted from 19 000 feet above Edwards Air Force Base. The capsule ejected at 630 miles per hour, followed by a six foot parachute and a 15 000 foot deploy. Air Force officials say the test could lead to future ejector capsules for humans within weeks.
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Fire damages truck loaded with purses at Allen Street
Assistant Chief Jerome Barrett reported a blaze in the Underwood Commerce building at 51 Allen Street last night. A GMC Truck Rental Agency vehicle loaded with handbags and imitation feather purses was heavily damaged, with smoke and flames spreading to a second floor men’s lavatory before being extinguished by firefighters. An unidentified man drove the burning truck into the street before alarm dispatch.
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Jerome Barrett
New York
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Joseph Blair
Allen ‘Street
Underwood
Gallo Gang Members Rescue 6 Children in Brooklyn Fire
Seven members of Brooklyn's Gallo gang braved smoke and flames to rescue six children from a burning apartment. Fire Chief Alexander Steler praised their actions, stating they helped clear the scene and saved all youngsters, while police surveillance notes link the gang to local rackets and past shooting incidents.
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Gallo
Leonard Gallo
Delta
Anthony Abbatemarco
Fonso Serantino
John Commmnara
Frank
Leno
Syeartallon
Alexander Steler
Evelyn Diaz
Tacy
Gallia
Mercedes
Fire spreads as mob ties cause chaotic scene
Firefighters arrive to find Larry Gallo, standing in for someone, handling a blaze in a third floor apartment at 79 President Street near Brooklyn headquarters. Mobsters reportedly moved into temporary housing while authorities address the incident and family members react as smoke is spotted andContainment efforts begin.
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Joseph
Jory the Blonds
Gallo
Maz
Col Ag
Larry
Ranch
Twenty Nations Sign Red Cuba Condemnation at OAS Conference
At Punta del Este Uruguay 20 of 21 OAS members signed a harsh 6000 word document condemning Fidel Castro's regime after Cuba boycotted the final session. Cuba walked out as Osvaldo Cortioles denounced U S imperialism and urged a democratic return. Martinez Montero closed the 10 day meeting with hope Cuba might return to the organization.
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Homero Martinez Montero
QAS
Osvaldo Cortileos
Fibber McGee Weds Comedian's Widow in Five Minute Ceremony
In Honolulu on January 31 64 year old Fibber McGee actor Jim Jordan married Gretchen Stewart widow of comedian Yori Yorgesson in a brief Catholic rite at Our Lady of Peace cathedral. Jordan's first wife Marian died of cancer in April last year. The couple plans a honeymoon trip to Tokyo Hong Kong Singapore and Bangkok with attendance by Gretchen's friend Mrs Bock.
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Molly
Harry Stewart
Yogi Yorgestar
Gretchen Stewart
Ial Bock
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Hong Kong
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Bangkok
Argentina’s Frondizi Confronted Over Cuba Crisis
Argentina faces a growing military ultimatum demanding a break with Cuba. Frondizi’s government is urged to dismiss Foreign Minister Miguel Angel Carcano and those seen as soft on Havana after Argentina abstained at Punta del Este on the OAS vote against Castro.
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Jorge Rojas
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Frandizi
Min
Ernesto
Che) Guevara
Adolfo Mugica
Crossing Blocked At Calumet Avenue Causes Birth On Route
A railroad yardmaster was arrested after a train blocked a busy Calumet Avenue crossing in Hammond Indiana for 42 minutes delaying an ambulance. Mrs William Blankenship 28 gave birth in her waiting car to a daughter born during the delay. Robert Mansell faced charges for blocking the crossing.
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SS Margaret Hospital
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Robert Mansell
Rockefeller Budget Proposal Seeks 2.6 Billion Plan
Albany New York January budget proposal by Gov Nelson Rockefeller calls for a 2.6 billion state budget with a 231 million spending increase and a near empty treasury. He suggests temporary financial maneuvers to balance the books and avoid new taxes in an election year. The plan keeps last year’s 10 percent income rebate and allocates 134 million more to education.
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Jan. JL
Nels A. Rockefeller
Kennedy hosts Soviet visitors at news conference
President Kennedy welcomed two Soviet visitors, Adzhubei and his party, at a Washington news conference. He announced a Senate probe into stockpiling of defense materials and potential profiteering, noting the stockpile may reach 77 billion dollars. Kennedy stressed no accusation against individuals and highlighted cooperation with Senator Stuart Symington.
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Intan
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Georgi Bulshakov
Pierre Salinger
Adzhabel
Ixvestia
Russia
United States
Laos
Adzhubel
Wallendas Appear In Detroit After Tragic High Wire Fall
In Detroit Jan 31 AP reporting the Wallenda family and Jean Mendez performed on a high wire hours after a fatal fall by a Wallenda troupe member. Herman Wallenda and his son Gunther, joined by Mendez flown in to fill the Shrine Circus gap, executed dangerous maneuvers three stories above the arena floor. Policemen and spectators witnessed the risky act with several troupe members hospitalized, one near death.
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Gunther Wallenda
Gene Méndez
Wallentas
Tere
Sheine Circus
Peiralt
Detroi
Herman ‘Wallenda
Gunthér
Jean Mendez
Wallendas
Mendez
Detroit
Gunther Wallends
Gunther
Eisenhower Urges Overhaul of U S Laws
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower told the Los Angeles Chamber that the American government is still on trial and warned many laws reflect contradictions. He urged a broad overhaul, noting the tension between competitive markets and government actions.
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Los Angeles
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Portable Kerosene Heaters Ban Enforced in City
Bridgeport authorities enforce a December enacted ban on portable kerosene space heaters after a fatal fire that killed five. Fire Chief Jennings reports about 200 heaters in use and plans intensified inspections of 209 addresses with penalties up to 300 dollars and six months in jail for violations. Leaflets in English and Spanish outline the law and safety cautions for other space heaters.
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Sylvester E. Jennings
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Jennings
Lfive
Benham Arende
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Eighth District
Frank ¥. Feroleto
Feroleto
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