Spring Arrives In Nation Across The Country
Northern New York reports a fine maple sap run while New York City nuns note a bud on a talip tree. Weather forecasts promise colder midsection and warmer West with heavy eastern precipitation and snow in Wisconsin and Michigan. Public figures and fans react as spring brings varied moods to individuals and events across the nation.
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New York
New York City
Church of St. Vincent Ferrer
New England
U.S. Weather Bureau
Wisconsin
Michigan
James F. O'Connor
Washington Weather Bureau
Philadelphia
Robert Costigan
Michael Redgrave
Lauritz Melchoir
Lynda Bird Johnson
Johnson
Rhonda Linder
Oregon
Lemuel Garrison
Yellowstone National Park
Omaha
Neb
Vero Beach
Fila
Los Angeles Dodgers
Walt Alston
Minnesota
Twins
Rusk Not Planning Resignation Despite Uncertain Post Election Role
Washington AP reports Secretary of State Dean Rusk shows no plans to resign now and remains at President Johnsons disposal. He says his future depends on the November vote and the next president, while ABC notes resignations in the White House staff including Pierre Salinger and Andrew Hatcher.
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Washington
Dean Rusk
Rusk
Johnson
American Broadcasting Co
Pierre Salinger
White House
Andrew T. Hatcher
Salt Lake City
Kennedy
Governor Urges Easter Devotion for Good Friday
Harrisburg AP Gov Scranton calls on Pennsylvanians to set aside usual duties and devote themselves to worship on Good Friday March 27 in a proclamation signed Thursday. Gazette Classified Ads notes the statement and urges observance.
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Harrisburg
Scranton
Pennsylvania
Pay Check Flies Away Then Returns in Boston
Festus Johnson, working on the 26th floor of a building under construction in Boston, lost his paycheck when a gust of wind swept it from his hand and out a window. He searched without success until a gas station attendant delivered the check about a half hour later, just after Johnson stopped looking.
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Boston
Festus Johnson
Johnson
Governor Wallace Bid Draws Crowds In North Carlyle Orr Dies
In Indiana, former Gov George Wallace tours North Carlyle amid a bid for votes. Orr passed away last evening at Indiana. he was secretary of the William S. Daugh tery Royal Arch Chapter 313 and held memberships in multiple Masonic and Legion groups. Survived by wife Camillia, daughter Elizabeth Ann Uber Jr., sister Kathleen Rink, two grandchildren James J Uber and Judith Ann Uber, and nephew Robert F Rink. Visitation scheduled at Robinson-Lytle Indiana from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday and 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday. services Monday at 11 a.m. Officiants Roy C. Hoch and Arthur J. Pfohl. Private interment Greenwood Cemetery.
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Indiana Lodge
F & AM
William S
Harrisburg
Harold F
Kathleen) Rink
Mt. Lebanon
James J
Judith Ann Uber
Robert Flude Rink
Robinson-Lytle's
Indiana
Reed J. Marshall
Worthington
Indiana County
Judson and
Jane Orr Marshall
Kenneth H. Strickland
Clune
Velma Kirkwood
James E. Strickland
R.byron Crozier
Oakland Cemetery
Hazel Ruth Lewis
B.C
Indiana Hospital
Apollo
Attin
Anna Growden Lowser
Indieana
John
Cecelia) Levitz
R. D
Anna Mae
Alberta
Paul Lower
Edith Lower
George
Rose) Pifer
Canton
Ohio
Paul
Irvin
Robinson - Lytle’s
Leonard H. Pearson
Greenwood Cemetery
Jennie Agnes’ (McCreight) Rankin
Taylor Rankin
South Tenth Street
Indian Hospital
Plum Creek Township
Armstrong
Elderton
Shelocta
Oklahoma
Crawford County
Texas
Graystone United Presbyterian Church
Jean Blackwood
Indiana Grange
F. A. N. Club
Floyd C. Rankin
James
Donald
Edward Rankin
Scott
Shelly Rankin
John R. McCreight
Washington
Louise Rankin Salinger
Robinsontytle’s
R. Byron Crozier
Reid Stewart
Joseph Armer McCullough
Saga More
Bish
Mahoning
Armstrong County
Rossiter
William and
Yda Spencer McCullough
Sagamore
CBD Coal Co
Alverda McCullough
Earl
Rural Valley R.B
Williard
Ida
Alvin E.master
Atwood Cemetery
Wallace Campaign Dials Down Push Delays Wisconsin Bid
Gov. George C. Wallace, in a cautious tour, faces voter scrutiny in Wisconsin as he seeks the Republican presidential nomination. He tours from factory gates to dinners, defending his segregationist stance while critics cite mixed signals and heavy media attention. Milk rate talk in Pennsylvania and Oshkosh campus protests color a busy scene as Wallace plans a Friendly Sons of St Patrick speech.
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Harvey Breuscher
Madison
Wis
George C. Wallace
Wisconsin
Johnson
Wallace
Thian
Tiger
Mirer
Mary
University of Alabama
Alabama
Labor Wrong Says Official Labor Wrong Says Official
Harrisburg AP reports Scranton officials disputed claims by Harry Boyer of the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO that eight industrial development groups opposed the unemployment compensation bills. Secretary of Commerce John K. Tabor cited a staff survey showing no industrial group opposed the measure.
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Harrisburg
Scranton Administration
Harry Boyer
Pennsylvania
AFL - Cio
House
Senate
Commerce
John K. Tabor
Open primary talk and eligibility questions for state senate race
Hopefuls debate an open primary while state laws raise eligibility concerns. A three month party affiliation requirement and a one year statewide residency plus 90 days in county govern elector status, with 75 days until the primary if Salinger filed now. State officials await an attorney general ruling.
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Salinger
Kennedy
U.S
California
Senate
Attorney General's Office
Alcoholic Needs Help In Scranton Conference
Scranton speakers urged treatment over punishment for alcoholism at a Governor’s Conference. A subcommittee on Alcoholism was formed to study the anthracite industry’s production and marketing. UMW and industry leaders backed programs to improve worker health and hospital care as part of insurance plans.
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Harrisburg
Scranton
Michael S. Widman Jr
Mar
Department of the United
Joseph P. Bren
Naw
John D. Ithe
Jillson
Thracite Institute
Mark Bren
Kenneth R. Miller
District 7
Asso/UMW
Emmett Thomas
Ant
UMW
Lou Perlis
Afl-Cio
Ruby's Attorney Foreman Predicts New Trial Possibility
Jack Foreman, Ruby's new chief attorney, says he will seek a new trial or reversal to avoid the electric chair. He notes Belli was fired and vows to press for a venue change, aiming for a Supreme Court action if needed.
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Houston
Tex
Jack Foreman
Hisj
Ruby
Foreman
Eileen Kaminsky
Death In
Texas
Electric Chair
Percy Foreman
Hyman Ru
Joe B. Brown
National Association of de
Belli Wasj
Dallas
Rubyj
Riby
Jack Ruby
Lee Harvey Oswald
Actother
Evy Grant
Cal
John F. Kennedy
Belli
San Fran
Supreme
California
Torneys
Joe Tonnhill
Jasper
Joe 210-Pounder
Belll B. Brown
Gromyko Notes Fate of U.S. Fliers to East Germany
Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko said the fate of three U.S. fliers shot down in East Germany is an East German issue. He also voiced concern about border violations and stated Moscow seeks improved relations with the United States.
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Stockholm
Andrei A. Gromyko
U.S
East Germany
East German Democratic Republic
Gromyko
Moscow
United States
UAW aims for early retirement and cost of living aid
Walter Reuther outlines goals to raise pensions with parity and a cost of living allowance. A “25-30 60 now” proposal seeks retirement after 25 years at half pay, with 20 years at two thirds and age 60 a fixed pension, while negotiations with GM Ford and Chrysler loom. Delegates push signatures for earlier retirement. Reuther stops short of full endorsement.
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Reuther
Emil Mazey
UAW
General Motors
Ford
Chrysler
Resolutions Committee
Jack Wagner
Buick
Flint
Mich
Walter P. Reuther
Unior
Obituaries from Indiana area names and dates published
Multiple obituary notices for Victoria Dervinis and others from Indiana, Vandergrift, Lucernemines, and nearby towns. Names include Robert H. McConnell, Reed J. Marshall, Kenneth H. Strickland, Hazel Ruth Lewis, Jennie Agnes Rankin, Joseph Armer McCullough, with birthdates from 1870s to 1920s and death dates in 1964. Funeral details note Robinson Lytle's and Patrick J. Hallow Funeral Homes, Saint Gertrude Cemetery, and St Casmir Church, with various survivors and service times.
Bridges Fatality in Ambridge Claims 59 Year Old Worker
Royden Lewis McMillen, 59, of 38 North 0th Street Indiana, died instantly when crushed by a crane at the A M Byers Company plant in Ambridge where he had worked 20 years. Survived by wife Freda Abel McMillen and son John M McMillen. Burial in Oakland Cemetery Indiana. Service plans announced.
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Royden Lewis McMillen
Freda Abel McMillen
Indiana
A. M. Byers Company
Ambridge
Ambrose
Jack C
Mary Lewis McMillen
McMillen
Ambrose Baptist Church
Punxsutawney Aerie
United Steel Workers of America
John M. McMillen
Mansfield
Ohio
George
Mabel) Lutz
Marion Center
Scotty McMillen
Robinson « Lytle’s
Roy R. Bickley
Harrisburg
Aspet
Byron Crozier
Oakland Cemetery
Commonwealth
Helen Gambal
Craft Avenue
Pittsburgh
Josephine
McGee Hospital
Patrick J. Hillow Funer
Queen At
Homer City
Victoria
Buchanan
Atlantic Cable
Road projects tied to mine mouth power plant discussed
Meier cited progress limits and urged immediate start on the dam relocation to begin construction. County and local officials in Armstrong and Indiana Counties praised cooperation while Stephens said a short detour would not hinder motorists. He outlined plans to widen and strengthen two highway sections to handle 5.5 million tons of coal yearly and heavy truck traffic, improving a dangerous intersection with upgrades to a 20 foot wide, eight inch base road surface.
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Meier
Armstrong
Indiana
Stephens
Minemouth
Armstrong County
Hazlardoug
Cherry Run
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U.S.J
Hatcher
Ala
Bama
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Paign
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Jesse M. Unruh
Engle
Portland
Ore
Deanna Lee
Ireuther
Victoria Dervinis
Lucertiaftiines
Lithuania
Ernest and East Vanderautt
Dervinis
St. Gertrude’s Daughters
Third Order
St. Francis of Vandergrift
Pete
Lowell
Mass
Walter
East Vandergrift
Isabelle Chesonis
Lucernemines
Sulla Zinga
Newark
Mary Krivnick
Ernest
St. Casmir Church
East
Vandergrift
Gervase Chutis
OSB
St. Gertrude
Robert H. McConnell
Clarkeburg
R.D
Ferguson and Son Funeral Home
Blairsville
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