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The Chile quake caused widespread panic in the capital with thousands in the streets while churchgoers sought calm. The University of Chile seismological institute called it extremely severe, possibly matching 1960’s deadly event. Cave-ins near Quillota trapped about 100 miners. most escaped within hours. Fires erupted across affected communities. epicenter near the chapel area about 130 miles from Santiago. Valparaiso suffered heavy damage with about a third of homes destroyed and two deaths reported in Villa Del Mar.
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National tension as Klan case frames US politics and church fires
The report covers White House reactions to Klansmen charged in the Mrs. Liuzzo slaying, Klan fundraising for the accused, and protests over police brutality. It notes SNCC leaders caution demonstrations while Mississippi church bombings spark fears, alongside a national income snapshot and county poverty rankings highlighting regional disparities.
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Global seismic event rattles world stations
Seismological stations worldwide report a jolting event with intensity estimates from 6.4 or 4 to 7.5 on the Richter scale. The maximum reading noted was around 8.6, indicating strong ground motion across multiple regions.
Congo first national election vote fails in Leopoldville
In Leopoldville and surrounding communes voters faced delays as voting began late or not at all due to administrative problems. Ballots did not reach polling stations on time and some officials and observers were absent, hindering early turnout in the Congo's first election since independence.
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Appalachia Bill Gives State Hope
West Virginia eyes renewed federal funds for public works under the revised Area Redevelopment program while disappointment lingers over total public works support. Roads and highway projects spark optimism for residents in the rural valley, including Roscoe Blizzard of Valley Head, amid discussion of isolation and economic need in Appalachia. Local details mention Elk Furniture Co. of Charleston and Montgomery, and a broader 466 miles of highways proposed to be developed or planned.
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West Virginia plans scenic highway amid Appalachia programs
West Virginia officials plan a 160 mile scenic highway linking northeastern areas through mountains, funded as seed money to match federal Appalachia allocations. Legislators earmarked 27 million for poverty Alleviation and job programs while youth corps and job corps camps expand in mining regions. Princess Mary Harewood dies at 67 after heart attack at Harewood House.
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Ex City Man and Friend Die In Car Crash West Of Augusta
A former Charleston serviceman and a Georgia companion died when their sports car crashed on U S 78 four miles west of Augusta Georgia Over the weekend Sgt Howald Lee Townsend 22 a career Army man stationed at Ft Gordon and his Georgia friend were killed Townsend had worked for Valley Bell and Blossom dairies in Charleston before enlisting in the Army six years ago He served in Korea twice Surviving are his widow Brenda his parents Mr and Mrs Ernest A Townsend of 177% Goshorn St six brothers and two sisters The body is being sent to Cummingham Funeral Home.
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San Francisco Fire Kills Two in Five-Story Apartment Blaze
A Sunday blaze in a San Francisco five story apartment building killed two and injured many, including firefighters. The $400,000 fire caused widespread destruction and left most tenants homeless as crews battled the flames.
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