09 Feb 1962
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1962
Page
1
An Italian paper says Charles Lucky Luciano died January 26 in Naples from potassium cyanide poisoning. Autopsy findings reportedly show traces in the viscera, contradicting an early heart attack verdict, with final results pending lab tests and officials not confirming poisoning.
Senator Strom Thurmond urged the Senate investigation into Pentagon censorship of anti-communist speeches to restart at once despite President Kennedy’s order blocking some witnesses. Chairman John Stennis paused hearings but signaled a return next week, as the dispute over executive privilege intensified. A separate clash emerged on the Senate floor and in the Pentagon over questioning Marines about Cold War issues, drawing a sharp protest from Gen. David M. Shoup.
A one hour walkout in Paris disrupted business as eight people died and hundreds were injured in clashes blamed on police. Communists and other unions led strikes with Bardot joining, while attacks targeted police and a Secret Army Organization bombing.
Governor Yancey officially opens a new bridge in a ceremony highlighting regional transport improvements. Local officials trumpet shorter travel times and economic benefits while planners discuss construction details and funding origins.
Gov. Sanford hails the alligator River span as a milestone in North Carolina progress. The nearly three mile bridge cost over 2.8 million dollars, connects Sandy Point with East Lake, and will boost traffic, industry, and tourism in the eastern region. Senator Lindsay Warren honored. Rep. Bonner and Warren attend ribbon ceremony.
Soviet commandant Col. Andrei I. Solovyev attempted to enter the American sector at Friedrichstrasse to reach a British appointment. He was sent back by U S Military Police after failing to identify himself, continuing a ban in place since December 23.
The Soviet Union scored gains in atmospheric nuclear tests last fall and may launch a second series to gain dominance. William C. Foster warned in a Washington Post letter that this could prompt resumption of U.S. atmospheric testing.
McNamara asks Congress to approve a 450 million dollar first year plan to provide fallout shelters for 20 million people. The proposal would allow payments to non profits and public facilities, covering up to 60 percent of costs or full cost where under 25 dollars per space.
Los Angeles area faces ongoing hardship as the season's biggest storm dumps 1 to 2 inches more in the basin with top totals reaching 6.66 inches in Topanga Canyon and 5.83 inches in Azusa. Evacuations continue for flood near Gardena and Port Hueneme, while landslides menace Bel-Air Brentwood Encino Hills. Snow blankets the San Gabriel and San Bernardino ranges as the river remains dangerous.
In Tokyo Kennedy toured factory and Kawasaki area leftist sites while facing minimal protests. Workers greeted him with flags and a brass band as 10 Japanese Communist cells leafleted. Sokyo Council leaders claimed U S imperialism, while Akira Iwai argued USSR differs from monopoly capitalism.
Police reinforcements moved into central Buenos Aires after President Frondizi cut ties with Havana amid anti Castro protests. The move follows military chiefs ultimatum and Argentina's break reducing Latin America's dialogue with Cuba. Cardinal Arteaguy Betancourt remains at the Havana embassy with Cuban refugees as the country seeks regional protection for Argentines.
Detroit AP report says George Romney, president of American Motors, fasted and prayed as he weighs a bid for Michigan governor. He planned to announce his decision Saturday morning after friends noted a 24 hour fast. Romney, in Lansing for a constitutional convention, will return to Bloomfield Hills to seek guidance beyond man. He heads the Detroit Stake of the LDS Church, a role akin to bishop.
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