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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1961

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Four Allies Map Huddle Over Berlin

The Western Big 4 plan a Western foreign ministers meeting on Berlin ahead of the U.N. General Assembly session starting Sept. 19. U.S., Britain, France and West Germany would meet in Washington or New York with Lincoln White noting the tentative arrangement. Other sources say Rusk or Home may contact Gromyko at the session outset to probe possible Berlin talks.

Washington U.S Big 4 Berlin U.N. General Assembly Britain France West Germany New York Rusk Lord Home Gromyko U.N

Refugee slain as canal crossing by Berlin refugees reported

Berlin reports say a refugee was shot and killed by Communist militiamen while attempting to swim to West Berlin. Another refugee fled with him and was captured. The U S Berlin garrison conducted its first field test in combat readiness with 1 500 men from the 18th Infantry First battle group arriving Aug 20. They trained in deployment in populated areas for several hours. An intelligence agency cited East German youths resisting military service and earlier reprisals over refusals to join. Economic and political pressure under Walter Ulbricht’s regime continues to push for recruits. East German forces reportedly numbered 110 000 at the crisis onset.

Berlin West Berlin U.S. Berlin 18Th Infantry Walter Ulbricht Red East Germany

Chicago race wire chief takes Fifth in Senate inquiry

Thomas Kelly head of a Chicago race wire service refused to answer questions about intimidation of an employee who allegedly chose death by own action to avoid testifying. Lyons, subpoenaed for questioning, was said to be pressured to invoke the Fifth, as Kelly again invoked his rights.

Washington Thomas Kelly Chicago Senate Lawrence English Arlington Heights Lyons English Kelly Sen. McClellan D-Ark Subcommittee McClellan

Dad Fills In at Stork Shower

In Utica New York Mrs Ed Hunt was to be guest of honor at a baby shower. She entered the hospital soon after, and Scott weighing 7 pounds 3 ounces was born. Her husband served as guest of honor in her place. He did not pass out cigars.

Utica N.Y Ed Hunt Scott

60 Foot Fishing Party Boat Sinks After Collision

A 60 foot Montauk Point vessel carrying 49 passengers and 3 crew collided in fog with a dragger near Block Island and sank four miles southwest of the island. All aboard were rescued, with 6 to 7 injured, some admitted to local physician Dr. Mauricio Goldberg. A survivor reported 8 people were thrown into the water.

Miame Island Z, I Montauk Point N. Y Block Island Joshua B Anna Grace Coast Guard Mauricio Goldberg Joseph Cummings Whitestone

Rayburn Says Back Improved After Doctor Checkup

House Speaker Sam Rayburn told reporters his doctors found the source of his chronic back ache and can treat it. He said his back is better after a good night's sleep and that nothing basically wrong was found.

Washington Sam Rayburn Texas Rayburn

Chuckle Criticism Avoided by Silence Motto

A witty critique notes that avoiding criticism hinges on saying nothing and doing nothing, presenting a tongue in cheek view of self restraint. The line emphasizes the paradox of silence as a shield and a form of inaction.

Williams punched at Lusaka airport during African trip

An eyewitness said a white man punched former Michigan governor G Mennen Williams at Lusaka airport after a speech condemning U S policy in Africa. Bloodied hands were shown by the assailant as police detained him briefly before release. Williams continued to Leopoldville for refueling.

Lusaka Northern Rhodesia G. Mennen Willams U.S Africa Williams Leopoldville Congo Washington Michigan M. D. Stuart

GM Looming As Top Auto Strike Target

Detroit AP report says UAW leaders meet to decide strike strategy if agreements fail with the big three. GM is viewed as the top target as contracts for GM Ford and Chrysler expire at midnight. UAW says GM must lead on shorter work week higher pay and expanded benefits. Ford and Chrysler reject.

Detroit Walter Teather United Auto Workers’ Executive Board General Motors Ford Chrysler UAW

Castro urges Brazil to rise against possible fascist regime

Fidel Castro called for a popular uprising in Brazil after Quadros resignation, urging workers peasants students and soldiers to fight in guerrilla fronts to prevent a military regime and even NATO troops involvement. He warned Washington and reiterated he sought equal talks with the United States while Cuba fears for its revolution. In Rio de Janeiro Juscelino Kubitschek supported Goulart for the presidency.

Fidel Castro Janio Quadros Brazil Joao Goulart Castro Quadros Cuba NATO U.S Washington Rio de Janeiro Juscelino Kubitschek Goulart

French Jet Knocks Out Scenic Lift In Alps Tragedy

A French F84F jet struck a three mile long lift cable at 10,500 feet in Chamonix causing cars to crash from a glacier and six to nine people to die. Rescue teams and helicopters worked through night to reach about 80 marooned passengers as weather allowed. Police did not disclose the pilot’s name.

Chamonix France Alps Luxeuil Air Base

Lost 10 Weeks in Wilds Survive Rescue in Alaska

William Waters, 42, of Erlanger Kentucky, recounted his 10 week ordeal lost near Big Lake Alaska after wandering from a creek, fighting hunger and exposure, and evading bears. Moose hunters from Fairbanks found him alive eating wild berries as authorities delayed declaring presumptive death.

Fairbanks Alaska William Waters Alaska Wilds Waters Army Air Corps Ohio Wilds

No Quick Break In Heat Wave

Iowa's late summer heat wave continues into Thursday with high temperatures from Davenport 93 and Cedar Rapids 90 while Sioux City cools at 87. A Monday thunderstorm in Clinton produced 1.92 inches of rain in 90 minutes with no damage reported. Clinton's monthly rainfall reaches 9.97 inches, nearly three times the normal August total.

Iowa Davenport Sioux City Cedar Rapids Clinton

Welsh barkeeps warned over free drinks before Sunday vote

More than 5,000 Welsh barkeepers were told they could breach the corrupt practices act if they give a free drink to customers during the six week lead up to a Sunday opening referendum. Bars are currently closed on Sundays in Wales.

Cardiff Wales

Belgrade Welcomes Nonaligned Summit Delegates

Belgrade's capital bloomed with flags of 25 nations as delegates arrive for the non aligned summit opening Friday. The AP report notes ceremonies mark the start of the conference in the Yugoslav capital.

Belgrade Yugoslavia

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