Stamp commemorates opening of Civil War Fort Sumter stamp
Washington AP reports the Kennedy administration plans a four cent commemorative stamp for the 100th anniversary of Fort Sumter’s shelling. Postmaster General Day approved the issue after a conference with Sen. Johnston who will help select a new design. The stamp may go on sale April 12 at a Charleston fort post office.
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Arizona born title inspires Ravensburg band
University of Arizona Professor Jean R. Beck returned from Ravensburg Germany and noted the municipal band played a piece titled The Arizona March. The bandmaster explained Germans chose the name because they are familiar with Arizona where many westerns are filmed.
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Ribicoff Named Health Secretary and Persuasive Leader
Connecticut native Abraham Ribicoff, a key Kennedy ally, becomes secretary of health education and welfare. A pragmatic reformer and practiced politician, he boosted education and social services, pressed moderation, and earned wide bipartisan support in Connecticut.
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