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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1963
Page
4
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Commentary suggests Greek Premier Constantine Caramantis fell from power as Queen Frederika wielded influence behind the scenes. King Paul faced pressure over a planned July state visit to Britain despite his premier's warnings. A prior London trip saw protestors deride the queen.
The bride's list and thank you notes guide wedding weeks ahead while a profile of Queen Frederika highlights her Greek civil war charity work and the political tension around Caramanlis in Greece. The article notes his strong parliamentary position and potential elections amid liberal and communist criticism. David Rose links to a separate note about a live steamers club member.
The week saw Kennedy push a sweeping civil rights package to Congress to end racial discrimination in jobs voting schools and public accommodations while Supreme Court rulings banned school Bible and Lord's Prayer use. Pope Paul VI was elected after a secret conclave and the Soviet space feat led by Valentina Tereshkova drew global attention. The White House hailed a new hot line with Moscow to avert war as tensions rise over race and religion.
The House Ways and Means Committee approved raising 500 million dollars in new revenue by removing itemized tax deductions for gasoline, auto tags, licenses, cigarettes, alcohol, and other beverages. The United Steel Workers and steel employers reached a 21 month contract with extended vacation benefits and claims of 25,000 new jobs, as Kennedy commented on the stance.
Local police check a report of someone trying to move into a home in Winsted Connecticut. The mover turned out to be Police Chief John Rackard, 35, loading furniture before a July 1 occupancy. A humorous aside notes a drunk bartender in Shipley England and a beer tax tale.
The Billy Wilson deep sea rode opens July 26 to 28 with 10 fishing classes and tropical prizes. Jack Biondolillo of Houston holds two 1962 records. meet may shift to August 24 if weather disrupts.
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