Khrushchev proposes Cuba pullback with Turkey swap
Khrushchev tells Kennedy he will withdraw offensive weapons from Cuba if the United States removes rockets from Turkey. He asks U Thant to mediate with UN inspectors to verify the deal within weeks and seeks pledges of noninterference by both sides in Cuba and Turkey.
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Diplomatic Drift After Cuban Crisis Pledge
Diplomats welcomed a brief respite as Soviet ships stayed out of blockaded waters for a time. U Thant and leaders from the United States and Soviet Union held tense talks while warning of ongoing missile site developments in Cuba and possible further action. Khrushchev and Kennedy urged cautious negotiations via the United Nations to avert a direct clash at sea.
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Resistance Stiffens Reds Advance in India War
New Delhi reports two Indian positions fall to Red Chinese forces as they push toward the plains. Nehru calls for sacrifices and weapons abroad while seeking a border settlement through Moscow. Reports detail retreats at Towang and ongoing patrols near Assam and Ladakh with potential foreign aid discussed.
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Cuba Turkey weapons trade proposal faces U S ultimatum
The White House demanded Russia halt missile work in Cuba and disable offensive weapons there before considering Khrushchev's offer to swap Cuban missiles for Turkish rockets. Kennedy pressed for dismantling Cuban bases first, with no direct reply yet from Moscow.
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Constitutional Amendment Looms in Tar Heel Voting
The North Carolina amendment would reorganize state courts. High Point lawyers debate the proposal in The Enterprise Sunday. Luther Hodges, former governor, identified as a key figure shaping U S economic competitiveness.
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North Carolina
Luther H. Hodges
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Collapsed Wall Kills 6 Firemen In Queens
Six firemen died after a wall and part of a second floor collapsed during a blaze at the Sefu Fat and Soap Co building in Queens. More than 20 firefighters were trapped. five were hospitalized as crews battled the four alarm fire, started around 9 p.m. with unknown causes.
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U Thant Sees 600 Public Messages Over Cuban Crisis
Acting Secretary-General U Thant has received over six hundred letters and calls from the public in the last two days supporting his push for negotiations to ease the Cuban crisis.
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United Nations, N.Y
U Thant
Soviet crowd protests U.S. Cuba policy outside Moscow embassy
About 3,000 Soviets gathered from schools, factories and offices to condemn the U.S. blockade of Cuba. Ink bottles shattered windows as protesters shouted slogans. Police and unarmed troops kept the crowd behind barriers, and the demonstration dispersed within minutes after a police order.
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Cuba
Tass
Ground Prepared For Attack Over Cuban Missile Bases
The Kennedy administration signals possible air and naval action against Cuba if Soviet missiles remain. A White House statement notes rapid missile site activity and no dismantling steps. The Navy and Air Force mobilize assets while diplomatic efforts seek a peaceful solution.
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