Promising Leads Sought On Kennedy Case Says Schweiker
Sen. Richard Schweiker of Pennsylvania on Wednesday told reporters in Washington that his Senate Intelligence Committee staff is pursuing several promising leads not disclosed in the panel's Kennedy assassination report. The committee released its findings noting noncooperation among CIA FBI and the Warren Commission.
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Cousin of Custer to mark Little Bighorn anniversary in New Orleans
Robert Lee Custer, 21, first cousin four generations removed of George Armstrong Custer, plans to attend the Little Bighorn battle site in Montana for the 100th anniversary. He defends his ancestor’s actions as a product of his era and cites Ambrose’s view that ambition, not a desire to exterminate Indians, drove him. The piece notes Custer’s view of the past and a New York Life policy taken out on him and several officers before the massacre.
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Diapered inmates and restraints in Washington prison program
Convicts at Washington State Penitentiary wore diapers crawled on the floor carried baby bottles and were chained to beds as part of Dr. William Hunter’s behavior modification system for violent at risk inmates. The plan drew praise from some penal experts and sharp criticism from defense lawyers. Hunter defends the methods as effective while noting political sacrifice and impending retirement.
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Tony Pro Indicted in 1961 Union Official Murder
Anthony Provenzano the ex Teamsters leader linked to Hoffa’s disappearance was indicted with three others for kidnapping and killing Anthony Castellito, secretary treasurer of Local 360, in 1961. A federal grand jury in New York charged the four with violating federal kidnapping and conspiracy statutes.
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N.J
Anthony
Tony Pro” Provenzano
Teamsters
Jimmy Hoffa
Provenzano
Union City
Three Fingers Brown” Castellito
New York
Finks chase records at Fink Bicentennial Olympics
Finks from across Texas gather for a quirky records event in Fink with activities including outhouse stuffing and pogo stick jumping. John Raven of Temple submitted a 16-person outhouse record, to be verified, as organizers seek new marks ahead of closing ceremonies.
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John Raven
Temple
Raven
Finks
Papal Bicentennial Message to U S Bishops
A Bicentennial message from Pope Paul expresses gratitude to America for its generosity to the world's poor and highlights the church's support for charitable works through American Catholics. The note speaks to the U S Catholic bishops and their role in humanitarian aid.
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Catholic Bishops of
United States
America
Weather Summary for Delaware and New Castle Counties
Humid conditions with chances of afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Highs near 90s, lows around 70s. 30 percent rain today, rising to 80 percent Friday, then showers likely Saturday to Monday. Air quality good in Chester Philadelphia and Wilmington. Precipitation in past 24 hours 0.35 inches. month total 2.49 inches. Tides at Chester Pier: highs a.m. and 11:35 p.m., lows 6:04 a.m. and 6:11 p.m. High 91 equals today, record 91. Moon phase details listed.
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