New York Gang Chiefs Named In Senate Hearings
Senate investigations featured charts by Detective Chief Inspector Shanley and Joseph Valachi detailing the five Cosa Nostra families led by Genovese Gambino Lucchese Maglioocco and Bonanno. Valachi described Skylocking loan sharking while Shanley said the testimony is a rare accurate inventory of gang structure and arrests.
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John Shanley
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Jacob Javits
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Cedar Rapids School Board cancels Dec 9 bond election
The Cedar Rapids school board called off the 4 million dollar high school bond election due to nearing state seven mill debt limits while planning to fund the Jefferson addition with a two and a half mill levy. They cannot predict a new election date.
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Asphaltic Mix Tank Explodes Near Cedar Falls
A storage tank containing thousands of gallons of asphaltic mix used in highway construction exploded and burned near Cedar Falls on Tuesday. The Paul E. Ray Paving Co. unit held about 90 000 to 100 000 gallons. Firefighters remained on scene into the morning as investigators opened the cause. Estimated loss was about 50 000 dollars with partial insurance coverage.
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Impulsive Query Brings Reunion After 30 Years
In Miami Beach Terry Ritz, a 39 year old waitress, unexpectedly asks a longtime customer if she is Marion Ritz her estranged mother. The recognition triggers a reunion after 30 years apart, with Marion expressing astonishment and gratitude.
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Terry Ritz
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Marion
Terry
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Teen Girl Wakes After Two Months in Coma Speaks
In Hampton AP report, 16 year old Carol Krell daughter of Mr and Mrs Kenneth Krell spoke for first time since July 28 automobile crash. Doctors say she has a good chance of recovery after two months unconscious and recently began answering questions in writing.
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Kenneth Krell
Mrs Nhu Evil Should Be Kept Out Says Lawmaker
Rep. Wayne Hays demanded a House subcommittee review of why the State Department issued a diplomatic visa to Mrs. Ngo Dinh Nhu. He called her an evil woman and attacked her remarks about U.S. armed forces while noting her status as a visiting figure on American soil during a three week speaking tour. The dispute comes as South Vietnam’s ambassador to the U.S. said Mrs. Nhu’s views do not reflect Hanoi policy, but she will receive courtesy during her visit.
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Kennedy urged to gain support for wheat sales to Soviet bloc
Senator Mansfield said Kennedy may seek broader backing from congressional committees and farm groups before approving large wheat sales to the Soviet bloc. He noted no firm offers have been made, and the decision is both economic and political. The Times reported Soviet diplomats have approached U. S. officials about four million tons of wheat, ready for a cash sale once approved.
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Soviet Bloc
New York Times
U. S
Mrs Nhu Arrives To Explain South Vietnam Tensions
Mrs Ngo Dinh Nhu arrives in New York accompanied by her 18 year old daughter Le Thuy to understand why relations with the United States cannot improve. The first lady, noted for her acid tongue, says she is not power hungry.
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New York
Idlewild
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Death Probe Into Woman Found On Rural Road
The body of Evelyn Seefeldt, 37, was found beside a gravel road near Fairport. Autopsy cited lung congestion. a head blow may have caused unconsciousness but not death. Two Davenport men were questioned while tire tracks and a described car are investigated. Seefeldt and husband divorced in 1953. their 6 year old child lived with a Rock Island relative.
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Fairport
Evelyn Seefeldt
Richard D. Oppelt
Davenport
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Charles B. Preacher
Oppelt
Compromise Defense Bill Passes Congress With Missile Funding
Congress approves a $47,220,010,000 defense appropriation, slightly below Kennedy’s request and adjusted from earlier votes. Included is $73.1 million for a medium range ballistic missile deployable from railroad cars. House vote 335 to 3. Senate by voice.
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Eisenhowers call for wide open GOP convention debate
Former President Eisenhower urges a lively public policy clash at the 1964 Republican convention to foster a sense of consensus in choosing presidential and vice presidential nominees. He notes possible misreadings of Goldwater and cautions clear positions on issues including civil rights and tax policy.
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Sinking of Vehicle on Storm Trip
Fidel Castro narrowly escaped drowning when an amphibian vehicle sank during a tour of hurricane torn eastern Cuba. Peasants threw ropes to Castro and three aides as waves swamped the back of the vehicle while crossing the Lakoja river. The storm Flora lashed Cuba for days as Haiti Jamaica and Cuba reported heavy deaths and destruction.
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