Congo Parade Dismissed as U N Day Darkness Falls
In Leopoldville U N day ceremonies drew few residents as Congolese troops blocked crowds and an empty stadium hosted a muted, abandoned parade. Mobutu loyalists and police terrorized civilians, while Lumumba and Kasavubu remained under U N protection. Cleophas Kamitatu attended as a rare Congolese official.
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Nixon Attacks Kennedy on Religion and Budget Clash
Nixon condemns Kennedy for religious issue leverage and larger budget plans as he campaigns through Pennsylvania. He argues Kennedy promises big federal spending without tax increases, while Kennedy’s backers face accusations of smear tactics and anti Catholic literature. Rallies draw thousands but voices are muffled by crowd noise and loudspeakers.
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Kennedy Attacks Nixon Social Security Plan in Midwest Tour
John Kennedy condemned Richard Nixon and the Republican party during stops in Illinois Wisconsin and LaCrosse calling their stance on Social Security economic ills and urging a linked federal medical care program for the aged. He warned of a frozen government and criticized Nixon for farm policy civil rights and shifting positions while urging broader social security increases and eased work rules.
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Bible Reading Ban in Public Schools Tossed Out by High Court
The Supreme Court directed a Philadelphia federal district court to review the Abington Township school district case over Bible reading in public schools. The earlier ruling blocking a law requiring daily Bible verses was vacated in light of amendments allowing parental written exemptions. Also, the court agreed to review Ohio obscenity law and a Louisiana law affecting the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People’s operations, while denying a hearing to Alexander Guterma.
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Norway Warns Russia Over Norway Policy
Oslo Norway Foreign Minister Lange warned Russia to keep their hands off Norway and said further Soviet threats could force Norway to rethink its policy. The statement signals heightened tension between Norway and the Soviet Union amid Cold War strains.
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Chuckle Says Some Little Shots Made It With a Pop
A playful quip notes that small attempts can succeed without a bang, achieving impact through a simple pop. It contrasts loud hype with quiet, steady progress and humorous understatement.
London Gold Soars Then Eases in London Market
London gold prices climbed to 286 shillings per ounce on the London bullion exchange before closing at 270 shillings. Opening stood at 268 shillings as trading remained brisk in the morning, later easing to a cautious calm. The U.S. treasury price stayed at $35, while officials noted buyers returning and speculation aiming near $40.
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Cedar Rapids council approves small gas rate hike
Cedar Rapids city council, by a 4 to 1 vote, first readings a measure to raise Iowa-Illinois Gas and Electric rates by seven tenths of a cent per 100 cubic feet. Mayor Meaghan opposes. forecast adds about 11 cents monthly for heating homes and 14 cents for non heating residents.
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Nixon Kennedy clash over fifth Cuba debate plan
Nixon and Kennedy disagreed on a fifth debate focus centering Cuba. Nixon urged an in depth Cuba discussion while Kennedy warned limiting to one country subverts the debate and would gag questions. Both assigned reps to work out details amid ongoing Cuba policy exchanges.
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Futile Dash into House Is Fatal
Sherman Pollard, 24, father of three, died Sunday after running into a burning unoccupied house in Flint believing someone was trapped. Firemen said there was no one inside.
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Underground Cuban uprising predicted by ex ambassador
London AP reports former Cuban ambassador to Britain Sergio Rojas Santamarina says a vast Cuban underground army in secret cells is ready to strike Castro. He plans to join émigrés in Miami and predicts thousands will pour from Latin America to fight, with no American troops involved. Miami officials doubt the claim.
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Eisenhower Visits Ciudad Acuna Meeting Lopez Mateos
President Eisenhower received a warm welcome in Ciudad Acuna as he met Mexican President Adolfo Lopez Mateos during a border visit. The discussions centered on bilateral relations and regional concerns in a show of cordial ties between the United States and Mexico.
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