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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1966
Page
9
AP reports IRS 1965 data show that about one in 23 returns faces a formal audit. The study notes random sampling, rising computer use, and more taxes and penalties. It explains classified returns, field audits, and higher audit rates for high income and cash-based earners.
U S B52 bombers based in Guam struck near the Cambodian border in Tay Ninh Province as South Vietnamese troops clashed with Viet Cong, claiming 29 communists killed and seizing weapons. Reports also noted Marine casualties and a helicopter crash in Quang Ngai, with ongoing operations across South Viet Nam including Route 15 near Magia Pass and air strikes by carrier aircraft Ranger and Enterprise.
John Harlin an American climber from Los Altos California led a five man team in a bid to summit Mt Fieger via the direct route. He plunged 3000 feet to his death during the ascent watched by German and British teammates. The expedition paused as authorities debate continuing.
President Johnson said he will not rush into a tax increase yet while watching the economy daily. He announced Robert Komer will become special assistant for reconstruction in Viet Nam and be called an “economic czar” directing policy in education Medicare and reform. Komer sails to Viet Nam with Vance and Moyers Tuesday.
Four earthquakes, one of great intensity, shook north China near Singtai, with the strongest quakes centered about 120 miles southwest of Peking. Shocks sent residents into the streets as a series of tremors affected Singtai and nearby areas, complicating relief efforts after earlier disasters in March. In Kampala, Uganda, another quake damaged roads, while Sarajevo reported smaller shocks with no damage.
A powerful blizzard swept across the Great Plains on Tuesday night with 40 to 60 mph winds. Deep snow closed roads and schools, left several towns without power, and caused multiple deaths in Wyoming Nebraska and South Dakota. A Lead South Dakota ham radio operator logged 24 inches of snow as Deadwood 19 inches and Sturgis 18. Rapid City reported six inches. Highway accidents killed three in northern Nebraska. Virtually all western South Dakota schools closed as Minnesota saw the storm reach western areas.
In Washington, D C a janitor was charged after slashing Rep. James C. Cleveland with a letter opener during a late night office intrusion. Cleveland, who was alone, fought back and the assailant stole about 30 to 40 dollars. Police later arrested Raymond Bernard Hines Jr. after tracking him to a friend's home.
Los Angeles AP reports at the California Medical Association convention that Dr. Carl E. Burkland warned the U S may become dominated by elderly widows unless men bolster resistance to disease accidents and death. He said men are growing weaker with age and less ambitious while women advance in all fields, signaling social economic and emotional problems ahead. Burkland directs Sutter Hospital's Medical Research.
The government ruled J P Stevens textile chain guilty of flagrant federal labor law violations and ordered the firm to pledge to 40,000 employees it will cease unfair practices. The National Labor Relations Board also ordered the reinstatement of 71 workers fired in an anti union campaign. The union plans to appeal, and Stevens will take the case to the United States Court of Appeals. The ruling covers about 40,000 Stevens workers in North and South Carolina across Roanoke Rapids Rock Hill and Greenville areas.
The Senate approved an 13.1 billion dollar war financing bill for Viet Nam by an 87 to 2 vote. Key supporters Russell Symington and Scott urged stronger measures including closing Haiphong by bombing or blockade. Opponents Gruening Morse condemned escalation and civilian slaughter. The measure now goes back to the House for action on amendments limiting the defense secretary's fund transfers.
GM President James Roche apologized before a Senate subcommittee for alleged harassment of critic Ralph Nader in an auto safety investigation. Roche then repeated the apology after questioning by Vincent Gillen, head of the detective agency GM hired, who claimed Roche had said he apologized if harassment occurred. Senators Kennedy and Ribicoff pressed for clarity as Roche sought to restate GM’s position.
Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Michael Ramsey lands in Rome full of hope for his first official encounter with Pope Paul VI. Protestants label him traitor as security bars four ministers from entering Italy and two are sent home amid plans to prevent disorder and avoid offense to the papal visit.
Virginia parts stay partly cloudy and warm with highs near 95. Scattered showers start west, move east by night. North Carolina sees partly cloudy, warm conditions with showers or thundershowers mainly in the mountains and western areas late Wednesday. Cooler turning Thursday with winds.
Forecast listing with hourly readings shows Downtown weather from 7 p.m. to 1 p.m. the next day. Temperatures range from 75 down to 64 with winds southwest and calm conditions. Barometric pressure stays near 29.95 to 29.97 inches. 24 hour low around 48 and high around 2. Precipitation not provided in legible data.
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