01 Dec 1961
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Newspaper
California Pasadena Independent
Location
Pasadena, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1961
Page
1
A Los Angeles woman and her year-old son died when their station wagon was struck by another car and they were thrown to the pavement. The driver fled and left the scene under investigation by authorities.
In Denver the American Medical Association ends a winter meeting with sharp statements targeting the American College of Surgeons and the King Anderson Medical Care Bill. CAPE CANAVERAL space scientists return to work aiming to place a male astronaut in space before year’s end. a spokesman declines confirmation. Pasadena alcohol authorities clash over a panel on non drinking alcoholics and work efficiency. Arcadia versus John Muir in CIF playoff action at the Rose Bowl looms as Pasadena prep football’s unofficial 1961 title at stake.
US and Britain pulled their top negotiators from the Geneva talks as Soviet demands for an indefinite, uncontrolled moratorium blocked progress. Arthur J. Dean and Joseph Godber left Geneva while Semyon K. Tsarapkin remained for the next session as both sides held firm on controls.
In Pasadena a 50-woman trial of Enovid shows no proof of inefficacy but highlights discipline and consistency as key. Education, home demands, and jobs affect adherence while side effects like nausea and breakthrough bleeding appear rare. Doctors foresee dosage tweaks and broader pilot clinics as trials continue.
Berlin reports say the Soviet Union accused U S troop movements to Berlin of Provocations with dangerous consequences Tass News Agency cited new barriers on East West Berlin borders. American officials dismissed the charges and sent another infantry company toward Berlin while warning of possible Communist harassment on access routes.
More rain predicted for today in the Pasadena area with scattered light showers and snow above 5 000 feet in the nearby mountains. Yesterday's showers added 11 inch of moisture, bringing the season total to 2 67 inches, compared with 4 18 inches at the same time last year.
The Coast Guard rescued two men from a sinking cabin cruiser off the San Gabriel Valley coast near Pasadena. Temperatures yesterday were mild with a high of 64 and a low of 52 as the vessel Lady Bear was saved by the California Standard at 5 48 pm.
Dr. Harrison Brown testifies before a state senate fact finding committee in Los Angeles that a shelter plan limited to homes is inadequate for a nuclear attack. He favors community shelters over home basements, noting a 10 megaton blast could devastate Los Angeles and larger weapons will shift focus to thermal fire. He cautions details remain uncertain about enemy bases and urges engineering geared shelters, while adding moral and spiritual objections from peace advocates.
Washington observers celebrated the 185 millionth U S resident as the Census Bureau clock showed 3 01 17 BST yet notes suggest an immigrant arrival could have coincided. Secretary Hodges led 100 percent of his staff and children in the cheers as the clock ticked.
German rocket pioneer Hermann Oberth told Caltech lab reporters that US decentalized authority and too many bosses hamper missile and space work. He cited NASA military heads and divisions like General Dynamics Convair I as examples and warned of risks if unity of purpose is not pursued.
Merriam Webster editor Dr Philip B Gove defended Kennedys use of finalize at a news conference saying the word is long established Educated people have used it since World War I He cited sources including American Speech Newsweek The New Yorker AP UPI and The New York Times to support usage
Opposition leaders back a three day general strike that sparked mob violence as they rejected a seven man junta headed by President Balaguer. Balaguer warned rejection could trigger disaster and a possible dictatorship worse than Trujillo. The U S urged moderation while the army vowed to curb unrest amid crowds at the national palace.
The Army last night launched its Pershing "Shoot and Scoot" missile about 200 miles over the Atlantic Ocean achieving the seventh consecutive success in tests.
In Leadabrand’s weekend rave guide readers are invited to follow a thematic route to Christmas cheer. The column promotes a choose and cut experience across four Southern California tree farms, locating them in the page seven feature.
In Springfield Massachusetts ten year old Jimmy Barrett died amid a townwide Christmas miracle. Santa appeared through a fourth story window to reach him as gifts poured in from newspapers neighbors policemen firemen and stores across New England and beyond. The boy had an incurable brain disease and his family had asked for early Christmas cheer.
More than 240 homes for sale listed in today's classifieds. Prices range from 7500 to 75000 with studios and four bedroom luxury options. Buyers can choose from varied styles and financing arrangements. To place a classified, call Valley area number provided.
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