Dispute Over Presidential Disability Plan Resolved
House and Senate conferees agree on a constitutional amendment governing presidential disability and succession. The plan sets a 21 day window for Congress to act, outlines vice presidential succession rules, and details when the vice president may assume powers.
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Conxess
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John F. Kennedy
American Bar Association
Congress
Boston Woman Appeals Parking Fine in Court
Elizabeth Sakaris of Peabody challenged a $5 parking fine in Superior Court. A Boston jury found her guilty after 30 minutes of deliberation. Judge Salvatore Faraci set the fine and she pursued a jury trial for principle.
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Boston
Elizabeth Sakaris
Peabody
Superior Court
Salvatore Faraci
Courthouse Heated by Local Hot Springs in Pagosa Springs
The Pagosa Springs courthouse in southwestern Colorado uses water heated by nearby hot springs to warm the building during winter. This unique setup reflects the area’s geothermal resources serving public facilities.
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Montpelier
Pagosa
Pagosa Springs
Colo
Colorado
Clay seeks end to marriage in Miami court
Heavyweight champion Cassius Clay files for an annulment in a Miami court claiming Sonji Clay failed to convert to his Muslim faith and followed its restrictions. Sonji disputes the religion clash, saying she loves him and will fight to stay with him.
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Cassius Clay
Sonji Clay
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Sonji
Chicago
Sonny Liston
Lewiston
Maine
Shine Inn
Chicopee
Mass
Gary
Ind
Quiet Life Marks Helen Keller 85th Birthday
Helen Keller turns 85 at Arcan Ridge in Easton Connecticut amid a quiet retirement. Friends say she enjoys gardening with her dog Tinker and birds while declining most travel and public appearances. A family celebration and tea mark the day as she reads and reflects with diminished vitality but strong health.
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Arcan Ridge
Miss Keller
American Foundation For the Blind
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