Kennedy shifts to voluntary farm controls
President Kennedy urged Congress to keep government help in farm production but proposed voluntary rather than compulsory controls. An administration spokesman estimated new programs for feed grains milk and cotton would cut federal farm costs by 300 to 500 million annually from about 3 billion current outlays. The plan would pay farmers to reduce production of surplus feed grains and milk.
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Canada U S clash over nuclear defense and diplomacy
Ottawa protests U S criticism as an intrusion while Washington backs nuclear capable weapons for continental defense. Diefenbaker recalls ambassador Charles Ritchie as consultations loom amid debate on NORAD and NATO defense plans.
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Scranton assails 1961 economy policy at fundraiser
Governor William Scranton of Pennsylvania charges the Kennedy administration ignored deficits and failed to cut spending and taxes in 1961. Speaking at a Republican dinner in New York, he warns heavy tax cuts without spending restraint would harm the economy and tax reform efforts. He criticizes GOP opponents for lacking enthusiasm.
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Freezing Rain Follows Cold Across Iowa
A messy mix of light snow and freezing rain or sleet moved into parts of Iowa after a frigid night. Davenport hit 19 below, Decorah 16 below, Oelwein 7 below, with Spencer and Council Bluffs at 2 below. Lows tonight 5 below to teens, highs Friday in the 20s as light snow and brief mixed precipitation spread across northwest to northeast Iowa.
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Pennsy Court Scraps Transit Receivership
The Pennsylvania supreme court on Thursday threw out the receivership ordered for the Philadelphia Transportation Co. as a result of the transit strike in Philadelphia.
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Keating Warns Of New Soviet Arms in Cuba
Senator Keating says a large Soviet vessel delivered cargo of arms to Cuba last Friday under high security. He cites continued Soviet missile sites and maintenance around Cuba, warning it may be impossible to remove them without on-site inspection.
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Allies pressure U S over De Gaulle push in Europe
American officials warn European allies that backing De Gaulle could trigger a reduction of U S defense commitments in Europe. Kennedy views unified defense for Western Europe and North America as essential, while some say U S promises to Europe may be reassessed if De Gaulle seeks to dominate.
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City may share frozen pipe repair costs with residents
Cedar Rapids officials report more than 200 cases of frozen water services amid statewide frost. Mayor Johnson says the city may help cover bills if a duty is found, as frost depths reach five feet and lines between main and home vary in ownership.
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Hughes proposes $230 million Iowa budget for 1963 65
Gov. Harold Hughes presented a $230,005,315 state budget to the Iowa legislature for 1963-65 in joint session. The plan sets a new record and increases funding by 18.5 percent from the 1961-63 total, with an estimated $21 million in the state treasury as of June 30, 1963.
Another Negro Tries At Ole Miss Refused
James Meredith registered for his second semester at the University of Mississippi without incident. Registrar Robert Ellis turned away a second applicant, Dewey Greene of Greenwood, for the same reason his earlier application was rejected, that he was unqualified.
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First winter ascent of Grand Jorasses North Wall
Walter Bonatti and Cosimo Zappelli report they overcame multiple urges to turn back as they climbed Mont Blanc's Grand Jorasses North wall in winter. They reached the 13,893 foot peak after a grueling ascent, describing brutal cold, wind, and darkness before savoring a calm, sunlit summit above clouds.
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Budget Charts and Gov Harold Hughes Proposed Budget
Budget charts and stories about Gov. Harold Hughes proposed budget may be found on page 4.
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State budget outlines tax hikes and relief package
The proposal calls for 28.25 million yearly property tax relief funded by 14.75 million for school aids 9 million for homestead credits and 4.5 million for agricultural land tax relief plus 10 million for capital improvements. Revenue increases total 40 million from higher rates withholding tax added brackets and broader tax bases.
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