Letter defends flood response and animal cage safety at Finnup Park
A reader answers critics of last week’s flood crisis, praising local actions by unnamed volunteers. The letter questions whether the community would have fared better with preemptive animal cage moves, and cites roles in rescuing animals, aiding evacuees, staffing Red Cross, feeding victims, and keeping radio and ham networks on air. It defends park authorities amid blame.
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Why were Finnup Park animals left to drown
A reader questions the Finnup Park drowning of zoo animals. He argues for preemptive evacuation and appeals for explanations from park officials, complimenting rescuers while doubting the necessity of the tragedy. He emphasizes forewarned is forearmed and requests a clear rationale.
Johnson seeks OK to destroy Hanoi missiles in air war row
Drew Pearson reports White House debate over bombing Soviet anti aircraft missiles around Hanoi. Generals push to destroy MiG-21 and MiG-19 ground bases in North Viet Nam as Soviet air superiority grows. Russians warn of war but imply readiness to fight while noting civilian costs.
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Distaff Side praises disaster response and community spirit
Doug Crotty Sr notes post flood relief, commending those who saved property and lives. He praises volunteers, Civil Air Patrol, and young people, recounts a 1951 ambulance mix up that ended with two women becoming mothers that night.
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Congress Nears Action on Presidential Succession Bill
Eight months after Kennedy's assassination Congress is ready to act on a constitutional amendment for presidential succession and a federal crime to kill a president. The measure would require two thirds in both houses and three fourths of states for ratification, likely not before 1967. A separate bill to make killing a president a federal crime has stalled in the Senate.
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Subscription Rates Listed for Garden City and Regions
The notice outlines TERM2 subscriptions by carrier and mail across Finney and adjacent counties. Rates include $1.55 per month in Garden City, with advance carrier payment, and weekly carrier deliveries to other cities where available. Mail subscriptions vary by location, $9.00 per year in some counties and $15.08 elsewhere. student rates at $5.00 for a school year. Telegram motor carrier publication-day delivery required in cities with local carrier service at local carrier rates.
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