Copter Crash At Fort Benning Brings 18 Deaths
At Fort Benning Georgia two Army assault helicopters collided during a training flight killing 18 soldiers. One helicopter burned in a swamp while the other crashed into a pine tree. Authorities said the exact cause was not yet known and noted similar craft were used in Vietnam. The victims were from the 1st Battalion 38th Infantry Regiment 2nd Infantry Division.
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Negro professionals expand in New York metro 1950 to 1960
A Hunter College study released Tuesday shows Negro professional workers in the New York metropolitan area rose 91 percent from 1950 to 1960, compared with a 27 percent gain for all professional workers.
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Hunter College
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Jefferson City Post-Tribune Publisher and staff listing
Jefferson City Post Tribune editors and publishers listed with years 1909 to 1959 and 1953 to 7050. Names include Mrs Robert C Goshorn and Mrs William H Weldon with executive officers L Rose and Joseph G Majerreky. Published nightly except Saturday by News Tribune Company at 310 Monroe Street. Subscriptions shown for carrier delivery in Missouri and mail rates for Cole and adjoining counties, other Missouri counties, and outside Missouri. Associated Press items noted.
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Stribling elected Missouri State Chamber president
Col C R Stribling of Missouri Military Academy in Mexico named president of the Missouri State Chamber of Commerce. He succeeds Robert M Morris who left to head Wheeling Steel Corp. Stribling has long served on the chamber’s education council and helped form the Missouri Forum at MMA. His civic work spans Audrain County Hospital Board Mexico Park Board and Rotary Club. He is a Washington and Lee graduate and former leader of multiple military and independent school associations. He received the American Educators Medal in 1963.
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Senate Bill Divides Pulaski County Into Five Districts
The Senate continues discussion on a bill to move Pulaski County into five districts with the plan facing at least 16 potential lawsuits. Critics warn of hardships from crossing county lines and printing multiple ballots, while Rep. William T. Zimmerman expects legal challenges.
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Freedom lessons from a Romanian exile speaker in America
A Romanian exile recounts eight years under Stalin and warns Americans that the real threat to freedom lies with local Communists under world organization. she urges looking beyond Russia to understand loss of liberty and shares her experiences to illustrate the cost of freedom. The Senate backs a bipartisan commission to redraw legislative maps, while the House favors direct action, reshaping representation for St. Louis and Kansas City.
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Princess speaks of freedom and strength in exile
The Princess addresses a crowd, declaring belief in their strength and a form of freedom. She asserts her choice to come here and emphasizes determination amid upheaval, expressing resolve and affection for those present.
Riots Shadow Panama Recovery Amid Cautious Optimism
AP reports Panama shows surface recovery from riots 18 months past with new construction and rising commerce boosting confidence. Yet unease persists as officials hedge on incidents and Arias predicts Robles regime may fall to corruption and economic woes unless stability holds.
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Ouster bid in House faces uphill fight in committees
The plan to unseat five Mississippi congressmen faces strong opposition. A House Elections subcommittee and the full committee are expected to issue unanimous or near unanimous adverse reports. Freedom Party SNCC and allies plan a lobbying push with hundreds of students and faculty converging on Washington. They will file a 200 page brief and publish 15,000 pages of materials, while awaiting replies within 30 days.
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Airport blast and Vietnam air war updates in one report
Report covers a major airport bombing with 34 Americans wounded plus various foreign nationals injured. It notes a dead American, a missing Kan, and a helicopter incident. Military briefings detail aircraft losses, ground operations, and continued U S air strikes on Yen Phu barracks and Vinh area targets as London ministers discuss halting North Viet Nam bombings to aid negotiations.
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Speak-out tax cut plan moves through Congress
Senate and House negotiators back a multi stage tax relief package delaying further auto and appliance tax cuts until after mid 1960s. Major excises on cigarettes liquor and travel remain while manufacturers may pass savings to consumers. The three dissenters oppose the large debt impact. A separate nonviolent protest is planned at the Pentagon against U S foreign policy.
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Spelunkers Club Forms Cave Rescue Division
In Missouri, the Spelunkers Club at the University of Missouri in Rolla operates a 24 hour cave rescue division led by Torral Young Jr. They train in first aid and carry stretchers, using carbide lamps and careful team tactics to avoid losing contact. The group also maps caves and studies cave chemistry while recruiting new members from local areas.
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Memo Details Bobby Kennedy Pressure on LBJ Over VP Pick
A July 1960 Graham memo recounts Robert Kennedy urging Lyndon Johnson to withdraw after his brother Jack Kennedy chose him for vice president. The account covers Johnson’s tense suite scene at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Rayburn’s input, and Kennedy’s last minute acceptance after Bobby Kennedy’s call. The memo notes Johnson’s subsequent effort to distance from Baker and the Kennedy camp.
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Military official says troops will pull back after harassment end
An official spokesman said troops would retreat to the original boundary following the alleged harassment. Col. Caamano described the fighting outbreak as pressure by the OAS to force an undignified solution. Caamano’s Copello HQ, a five story building, suffered fire and heavy shell damage from paratroopers across the Ozama River.
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County road funds bill moves through House committee
A St. Louis County roads and highways bill clears the House Committee on Roads and Highway. It would require 9 cents of the 23 cent municipal tax be refunded to incorporated areas, mandating a minimum spend of at least half of the tax portion above 18 cents on the urban highway system. The bill allows a county levy up to 85 cents per 100 dollars and faces concerns from cities fearing future reductions.
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