Stevenson Dies in London After Geneva Meeting
Stevenson collapsed in London en route home from a U.N. Economic and Social Council meeting in Geneva. Witnesses recalled a woman crying for help as he received artificial respiration and heart massage from doctors. He is survived by three sons, Adlai II, Borden, and John Fell, and was described by British officials as a humane figure.
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McNamara Sees South Viet Nam Force Buildup Rising
Army needs 120000 guardsmen and reservists in six brigades while Navy eyeing 40000 reservists and Air Force plans for up to 20000 air units. McNamara warned increased U S forces in Southeast Asia would strain the 1966 budget as the total U S manpower in South Viet Nam nears 70000 with expectations of 100000 within months. Adlai Stevenson, in Washington, noted for UN work and Illinois governorship, stayed with Ambassador Bruce during a private visit as Vietnam assessment teams prepared with Leonard Unger replacing Bundy on the ground.
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Stevenson A Liberal Wit and a Stern U N Defender
On January 23, 1961 an appointee of President Kennedy, Stevenson earned universal acclaim for his liberal wit and humor. He charmed newly independent nation representatives and U N diplomats, yet showed a stern side defending U S policy, notably against the Soviet Union at the U N Security Council during the Cuban missile crisis.
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U S Air Force drills in jungle area near Da Nang
The report states jets headquartered 40 miles south of Da Nang air base poured explosives for three hours over a 1.5 square mile area. A UN debate thread recalls Stevenson’s controversial remarks during the Cuba crisis and Bay of Pigs. Details mention Viet Cong raids near Da Nang Quang Ngai and An Hoa with U S forces replying.
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Merger Review Presses Passenger Rail Service Safety
The commission considers approving the third major Eastern rail consolidation while examiners urge the system to take over freight but not passenger operations of the New Haven. The Justice Department warns that omitting passenger services could endanger public access and complicate future restoration of service.
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Colonel urges approval of 459000 gun security fund
The colonel asked the Senate to approve the 459000 fund already voted by the House to continue the program. He cited an outside agency study on security for gun and ammunition control and noted more than 400000 people joined rifle practice clubs and meets last year.
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Korea Sees Ratification Push Amid Protest and US Support
Kim denounces the proceeding as a burglar like act of mass violence and says the people will not tolerate it. Despite doubts about quorum, more than two thirds of members appear present as the Park government presses to ratify during a one month special session. The regime, backed by the United States, dismisses fears of Japanese influence revival and cites treaties on fishery disputes as negotiated on equal terms. U S support for rapprochement triggers mild criticism from anti treaty groups in the pro American nation.
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Appeal to overturn murder charge with death penalty
Sheppard and his wife seek a stay on a court order sending him back to prison after appealing an original first degree murder charge. They expect a Supreme Court appeal as a likely path. The couple lament the denial of a full six member court rehearing and plan to remain at a home area motel while their attorney prepares the next move.
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Atlas Agena launch delayed after Monday failure
Satellite officials postponed Atlas Agena launches to avoid a repeat after Monday's fault, a first of its kind in over 200 Atlas missions. No new date was set for the detection satellites, which carry instruments that could detect a clandestine nuclear explosion up to 200 million miles away. Four similar satellites already orbit Earth.
Mariner 4 Mars Flyby Hints At Broad Surface View
The Mariner 4 mission, 7,486 miles above Mars at 11,184 mph, completed a night-side sweep and entered a solar orbit. If photos are received, they may show broad surface features and test canals hypotheses, while magnetic and radiation data suggest a weak Mars field and no intense radiation belt.
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De Gaulle Parade Ends Bastille Day Celebration
The Bastille Day parade featured De Gaulle in a plain brigadier general’s uniform as crowds cheered his return to the Elysee Palace. Sponsors of the bill projected hospital cost coverage, while conferees kept the first 60 days with a 40 dollar deductible and added 30 days at 10 dollars per day.
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French R20 drone joins American missiles in testing
Among American made Hawk and Honest John missiles is a French R20 pilotless photographic drone. It can be launched to take pictures behind enemy lines and return.
Conferees settle health plan provisions in social security linked coverage
The conferees accept the Senate nursing home care provision offering 100 days after hospital stays with patient cost sharing and keep 175 home health visits as authorized in the Senate bill, though with a three day hospital stay prerequisite. Final draft awaits Senate and House approval with sessions continuing Thursday.
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Youth Drowns In River Near Wilmington
Calvin Grady a 15 year old from Wilmington drowned in the northeast Cape Fear River near Castle Hayne after leaving a small boat to swim He reportedly jumped from the boat to reach shore believing it shallow and disappeared beneath the water Two companions aboard the boat provided the account to officers.
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Six-Footer with Master’s Degree in Nursing at Cornell
A nurse with a master’s degree from Cornell University airs thoughts on marriage. She states she is “all for matrimony” and seeks a husband. The brief quotes her casual remark on romantic plans.
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Herman Saxon's Successor To Be Named
A successor to J Herman Saxon as North Carolina Republican chairman will likely be chosen late next month. Acting chairwoman Mrs A E Verbula of Lenoir said the executive committee meeting probably would not be called until late August due to many of the 300 potential attendees being on vacation. She noted a 15 day notice is required.
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