Yanks End Lull in Air Raid North
The U S resumed air strikes against North Vietnam with thirty Coral Sea planes hitting a Phu Qui petroleum storage area 125 miles south of Hanoi. Initial reports say severe damage with the target burning. Ground fire was light and all crews returned safely. Viet Cong casualties and prisoner counts rose in separate operations near Saigon as Bien Hoa resumed operations after explosions.
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Marvin Cone dies at 73 renowned Cedar Rapids artist
Marvin Cone, 73, noted painter and educator from Cedar Rapids, died at St. Luke's Hospital. He taught at Coe College from 1919 to 1960, becoming a professor in 1934. His work is in major museum collections and his college announced two memorials, the Marvin Cone Collection and the Marvin Cone Alumni Collection.
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Secret Feelers Move on Vietnam Peace Talks Stalled
Western officials report the U S through a third country made an official approach to North Vietnam to halt air raids if Hanoi shows movement toward peace talks. Temporary suspension was ordered as a sign of good faith and Washington seeks a halt to arms and men to the Viet Cong. British government role unclear, but Wilson ministers were kept informed and reportedly supported the initiative.
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Justice Thompson Did Not Request Office Items
Justice G. K. Thompson of Cedar Rapids said he did not request to keep any office equipment upon retiring from the supreme court on June 30. The Iowa Executive Council denied gifts for two retiring justices, allowing only a chair and a robe.
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Grounds for Divorce Joke Sparks Laughter
A humorous quip suggests a marriage breakup due to dirt on the floor. The casual line riffs on the phrase grounds for divorce and the role of messy rooms in domestic life.
Williams Challenges Jordan Over Leaked Criticism on Baker Probe
Washington Senate race heats up as Sen. Williams accuses Sen. Jordan of leaking criticism tied to the Baker investigation. Jordan, chairing the Rules committee, refuses to respond on the floor, promising to speak at the proper time. Williams presses for answers and hints at delaying his defense until more Democrats attend.
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6.20 Inch Rain Triggers San Antonio Floods
Overnight rainfall of 6.20 inches caused widespread flash floods in San Antonio Texas. Main routes into the downtown area were flooded and blocked. Police and fire units logged numerous calls with many rescues including a mother and baby saved from a roof. Bergs Mill neighborhood cut off as floods rose. A family of 10 was rescued from a partially dislodged roof.
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Bid To Repeal Iowa’s Work Law Rejected
Special to The Gazette Des Moines reports the Iowa House debate on a right to work bill. Rep. Scherle’s amendment to repeal failed 12 yes to 107 no as Democrats pressed to keep the law, while Gov. Hughes supported the measure and Republicans framed the fight as political.
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President Johnson calls for repeal of right to work laws
President Johnson urged Congress to scrap the Taft Hartley Section 14B right to work laws affecting 19 states including Iowa. HePromised extended minimum wage to 4.6 million workers in retail hotel restaurant and laundry sectors. He proposed overtime pay rules and urged study of 40 hour week changes while expanding unemployment benefits and tax measures.
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Senate Debates Tax Withholding in Iowa
DES MOINES The Senate on Tuesday debated a plan to withhold state income taxes from Iowan salaries. Senator Andrew Frommelt said the move would generate about 25 million dollars for a capital improvements fund, with no forgiveness provision. The measure starts January 1, 1966, while Senator Jack Schroeder proposed forgiving 1969 taxes, arguing it doubles taxation.
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North Western backs merger with Milwaukee line approval
North Western railway stockholders approved a merger with the Milwaukee Road and sent the project to the Interstate Commerce Commission. The vote totaled 1 390 655 in favor to 11 622 against.
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Untrained Men Handle Bombs in Vietnam War
San Antonio wife of Capt Ernie McFeron reveals letters describing unsafe bomb handling at Bien Hoa and Vietnam air force accidents. A chain explosion killed or left missing 27 Americans and wounded 103, with McFeron among the missing. He warned locals and fellow officers lacked experience with bombs and resisted safety warnings.
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