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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1963
Page
2
Congressmember Francis E Walter of Pennsylvania dies at age 69 after fighting leukemia. President Kennedy, Gov. Scranton, former Gov. Lawrence and Democratic chair Otis Morse lead tributes praising his congressional leadership and bipartisan respect. House Speaker McCormack calls him a great American and loyal ally.
The Canadian freighter Howard L. Shaw has been marooned for 40 days in the Calumet River near the Continental Grain Co elevator. The 450 foot vessel, owned by Upper Lakes Shipping Ltd, faces a costly dispute involving Seafarers International Union and Canadian Maritime Union, with a federal court order failing to end the tieup. The 27 crew continue to be paid and maintain the ship amid interunion tensions discussed by Kennedy and Pearson at Hyannis Port.
Bernard Baruch, 92, adviser to presidents, was admitted a week ago for a routine checkup at New York Hospital. A spokesman said he would likely stay several more days as he prepares for an anticipated trip to Europe.
Rep Francis E Walter 69 longtime Pennsylvania Democrat and chairman of the House Committee on Un American Activities died Friday after a 16th term election. He suffered leukemia and had been hospitalized at Georgetown University Hospital. Kennedy mourned his passing and noted his faith and courage. Walter was co author of the McCarran Walter act and ranked high in seniority on the Judiciary Committee.
The Federal Radiation Council warns fallout will rise this year mainly due to 1962 Soviet nuclear tests. American exposure remains low and unlikely to change diets or cause immediate health issues. Strontium 90 in bone may double over time but will decline as bone grows and exposure tapers.
Jacqueline Kennedy wrote to Alois Podhajsky seeking a Lipizzan ride and will get her wish when 18 horses fly to the United States in April for performances at the World’s Fair in New York Boston and Washington The Lipizzans are famed white horses trained in Austria for intricate feats.
Melbourne AP reports Australia has sold 46 million bushels of wheat to Communist China. Wheat Board chairman J V Moroney says shipments will begin in June, with additional sales expected.
James H. Meredith announces a fund named for him to provide loans and gifts to college and high school students. Ole Miss professors are among the contributors.
New York AP notes Pajama Tops closes the Broadway season with a corny, cheerful bedroom farce at the Winter Garden. The show, roving the country for a decade, offers unsubtle sight gags and broad humor that still entertains audiences seeking light amusement.
Churches plan Pentecost observances as President Miller urges prayer for reconciliation among races. He says racial discrimination violates Christian love and cites the Spirit uniting diverse tongues at Pentecost. The National Council of Churches includes 33 denominations with about 40 million members.
In Tallahassee Florida a court victory shields regulated Black picketing of two white theaters. Demonstrations continue with plans to sue to open the venues to all. Judge Willis limits picketing while permitting peaceful activity at designated sites.
In Washington AP reports the United States threatens higher duties on European goods if the Common Market raises poultry tariffs from 13 to 14 percent. Trade negotiator Christian A Herter says the U S seeks better access for poultry across the six nations and may balance tariffs elsewhere if terms fail. Also US aid to South Korea rises by 34.6 million, and the FCC drops a inquiry into a 100000 gift to WNDT with no strings attached.
The Kennedy administration plans to ask Congress for a two bill package to speed desegregation of schools and public accommodations. The move, backed by voluntary actions from some southern businessmen, centers on a public accommodations bill to prohibit racial discrimination.
Anthony Provenzano known as Tony Pro was unanimously reelected president of the New Jersey Teamsters Joint Council 73 for four years despite facing extortion charges in federal court. Milton J. Liss led the opposition but voiced postponement demands. Provenzano ruled his term began in May, and chaired the meeting amid tensions over the election and related legal cases.
Dr. Sergio de Carvalho, Cleveland cancer researcher, arrives in Rome with an anticancer serum for Pope John XXIII. He meets Dr. Pietro Valdoni and is brought to the Vatican Palace. Mrs. De Carvalho cited Dr. Nervi’s assistance and the Vatican invitation. Rand Corp. head confirmed 100 cubic centimeters of serum flown to Rome.
An artwork bought for 35 kronor seven pounds years ago is valued at over 50 000 dollars and traced to Philippe de Champaigne a 17th century painter. Prince Philip visits a widowed nanny in Peterborough Old Folks Home and a British fashion designer announces retirement due to ill health. Barry and Mureen Slater’s bed vanishes after their wedding in Wigan and a burned bed is found at the garbage depot.
The Budget Bureau notes ADP advances raise efficiency in federal operations without major layoffs. Civil Service Commission says employment will grow slowly as automation shifts clerical work to machines, with demand for trained personnel rising as the population and services expand.
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