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Newspaper

Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1961

Page

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UN West Fails To Block Nuclear Weapons Move

An international voting bloc backed by Sweden and the United States advanced a plan to regulate nonproliferation while opposing a broader ban on nuclear arms. The United States and NATO allies supported a European resolution to limit spread, as the U.N. committee prepared for General Assembly ratification.

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Chief Western Delegates Quit Nuclear Parley Break

AP reports Western delegates in Geneva prepared to quit talks after Soviet refusal to discuss a test ban, as Britain and the United States press for progress. Deputy talks may resume twice weekly with no further agenda, while U Thant is asked to survey nations on a nonproliferation undertaking and report by next April.

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Challenge Aims Higher Education Boost in the South

In Louisville AP report the Southern Regional Education Board releases a comprehensive plan urging action to expand higher education across the South. Governors educators and business leaders back goals to boost college enrollment and funding, with North Carolina Governor Terry Sanford urging rapid progress to keep the region competitive.

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Fort Lewis Inquiry Continues

Wisconsin Senator William Proxmire pressed the Army over how the 32nd Infantry Division was mobilized to Fort Lewis. He found more positives than negatives after three days with 13,000 National Guardsmen, noting equipment shortages but good morale and decent barracks. He contrasted his view with Representative Alvin O’Konski who alleged coercion and a “whitewash,” and said Proxmire would not comment further.

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Bus Operator in St Louis Shot and Killed on Bus

A St Louis bus driver was shot and killed aboard a city bus on Thursday and robbed of his money. Investigators sealed off the scene as officials reviewed transit safety and crime response. Public service groups urged stronger measures to protect drivers and riders amid rising concerns.

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Japan protests Kennedy cotton tax plan

Japan expressed unhappiness with President Kennedy’s justification for a 8 12 cent tariff on cotton textiles imported by the United States. Japanese official Akira Nishiyama said the president’s remarks were surprising and noted Japan had just concluded textile negotiations. The article mixes unrelated crime details and other topics improperly attributed.

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Tokyo talks reserve offset fee amid protests at White House

A fragmented report notes negotiations in Tokyo and a threat to impose a 12 cent offset fee. It mentions a protest against the White House, an incident involving driver William E. O Haren, and a hearing by the U S Tariffs Commission in Glasgow Village. A man described as a light skinned Negro about 28 years old was involved.

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Sir Winston Churchill Celebrates 87th Birthday

Sir Winston Churchill, blinking back tears, celebrated his 87th birthday in the House of Commons. Amid cheers from government and opposition, he expressed gratitude for tributes and recalled World War II unity as he stood with a cigar and brandy, leaning on a stick.

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Bomb Blasts Undercut End Of Syrian Election Drive

Syria closes borders with Lebanon to keep troublemakers out after two bomb explosions strike a peaceful campaign for Friday's parliamentary election. Campaigning is largely independent of formal parties as Syrians weigh whether to align with Egypt's Nasser or pursue a neutral path amid regional tension.

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Balaguer Refuses To Quit In Dominican Crisis

Balaguer rejects resigning and backs a military plan to keep him in power. He urged a new constitutional order with the armed forces guiding interim control until elections planned for May or after. Opposition and military leaders criticized the proposal as delaying democracy and prolonging Balaguer’s rule.

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Space scientists race to put man in orbit by year end

CAPE CANAVERAL FLA AP space scientists press ahead despite craft trouble and partial success with Enos the chimp. A new 260000 pound thrust Atlas booster arrived and began hangar checks, to be erected on the launch pad Saturday for the man in space project.

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Chimponaut Enos Meets Press After Orbit Humility

Chimponaut Enos, the first two legged American to orbit Earth, met reporters at Kindley Air Force Base with humility and dignity. He refused cameras and showmanship, displaying a cool, bashful demeanor as medical checks continue and space diet resumes. Aboard the destroyer Stormes he received two oranges and two apples as a postflight bonus.

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Hunter says nothing to it in Adirondacks deer tale

SET COPENHAGEN N Y AP project Mercury director Robertie Colvin announced on Wednesday that the pilot would belat told a reporter Thursday Marine Lt John H Glenn Beck 78 said I got one last year and so did my husband Space page 44

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Government Cancels Contracts With Plant Moving to South Carolina

A St Louis firm planning relocation to Greenville South Carolina faces government contract cancellations after a federal order and criticism over move plans. Udall and Hollings pressed for clarity on the action and potential talks. Beasley said no immediate talks or further meetings are planned while an Interior inquiry continues.

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Weather forecast for Virginia and North Carolina

Cloudy to sunny days with mild temperatures in Virginia and a warm trend in North Carolina. Virginia expects highs in the 30s with Friday and Saturday mostly mild. North Carolina sees highs in the 57 to 63 range Friday, with added cloudiness Saturday.

Virginia North Carolina

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