Russia Plans Rocket Test Firing in Pacific
The Soviet Union announced tests for a new rocket to launch heavy satellites and space flights in the central Pacific. Tests are planned 1,100 miles southwest of Hawaii between January 15 and February 15, with warnings to foreign ships and aircraft to stay clear of a roughly 160 mile wide area.
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Russians poised to put a man in space this year
Washington reports speculations that the Soviet Union plans a spaceflight this year and may be building a system to recover astronauts from manned satellites. Moscow notes that the U S State Department has granted visas to Lithuanian siblings Tomas Leonavicius and Regina to join their parents in Chicago, with final embassy steps in Moscow before departure.
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Wisconsin Senate passes bill on women sent to Taycheedah
The Wisconsin state Senate voted 17 to 9 to allow sentencing of women who commit misdemeanors to the State Home for Women at Taycheedah, expanding beyond existing practice which sends only felons there.
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Vinson arraigned on fugitive warrant in Wisconsin strike case
Mount Clemens Michigan William Vinson charged with assault in the Kohler Co strike case in Wisconsin was arraigned on a fugitive warrant here after a rapid change in court locale.
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Two Men Airlifted From Arctic Ice Station Charlie
Two men rescued from the disintegrating ice station Charlie in the Arctic Ocean arrived in Fairbanks Alaska and reported no panic among the 25 remaining aboard. Airlift plans by C130s from Ladd Air Force Base to Stewart Air Force Base to reach the floe and withdraw the rest over about a week were announced.
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Mrs. Finchs Daughter On Stand In Murder Trial
Patti Daugherty, 12, testifies as the stepdaughter of Dr Bernard Finch and his wife Barbara Finch seeks to prove the couple killed Barbara for love and money. The trial opens amid Hollywood trappings as witnesses recount a vexing affair and threats.
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Explorers Sink To New Depths
The 75 ton blimp shaped bathyscaph Trieste reached 24000 feet in the West Pacific near Guam, breaking its prior 18600 foot record. Piloted by Navy Lt Donald Walsh and Jacques Piccard, it submerged six hours and 31 minutes as part of ongoing deep ocean testing.
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Governor of Iowa to Seek U.S. Senate Seat
Des Moines Iowa Governor Herschel C Loveless announced he would seek the U S Senate seat now held by Senator Thomas E Martin R Iowa in this year s elections He said his candidacy would be based on the policies and programs that helped him win the governorship twice for the Democratic Party.
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Extra police guard for churches and synagogues
Police Commissioner Stephen P Kennedy announced additional guards would be deployed to protect churches and synagogues after the defilement of city religious landmarks. He made the decision following a Thursday night meeting with 26 religious and educational leaders.
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New York
Stephen P. Kennedy
Democrats Rally to Oppose May 3 Recess Move
The Democratic legislative policy committee voted unanimously to oppose Republican efforts to recess the session until May 3. Assemblyman Fred Risser said the vote backs Senate Democrats, and Sen. Henry Maier vowed to fight the recess with every parliamentary means. Risser noted the committee represents the majority though not the full Assembly.
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Seven State Tax Ideas Submitted for Budget Plan
Madison UPI reports the Blue Ribbon committee on tax revision meeting to review seven revenue packages aimed at balancing the 1960-61 executive budget and providing relief on real estate taxes. Dr. John Gronouski outlined the proposals with variations in income and sales taxes, exemptions, and property relief.
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Actress Peggy O'Neil Dies in London Hospital
Irish American actress Peggy O'Neil, aged 61, died yesterday at Middlesex Hospital London. The 1921 song Peggy O'Neil was written in her honor.
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Noisy Pop Corn Won’t Disturb Silent Concert
Detroit news: University of Detroit plans a silent concert at Cass Theatre Sunday with the 60 piece University Symphony Orchestra and Henry Morgan as host. No snacks except marshmallows, sneakers urged, costume jewelry removed, and padded gloves for any claps. The event stems from a campus silent record push under the Hush label.
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Neenah Plant Fight Injures Two Officers
Violence at the Neenah Foundry strike injured two police officers while escorting non strikers past pickets. Durward Breaker 35 in serious condition and Wilbur Fuller 35 hospitalized after tear gas was used to disperse the crowd. Local 121 of the International Moulders and Foundry Workers Union began the three day strike over security and wages.
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Democrats Skeptical Of Ike Budget And Defense
Democratic leaders challenged President Eisenhower's forecast of a 4.2 billion dollar surplus while warning the nation must not cut the 41 billion defense budget. Senators Kennedy and Humphrey criticized space and missile claims as inadequate against a growing Soviet threat. Senator Russell questioned if ICBM tests prove real battlefield readiness.
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Weather forecast with brief temperature swing
Brief temperature ride expected with tonight possibly five degrees above and tomorrow mid thirties. Mostly fair skies for tonight and Saturday with readings around 30 downtown and at Southport park. Northwest wind 12 mph, sunrise 7 18, sunset 4 38.
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Sub Fleet in Atlantic Gets New Commander
The Navy announced Rear Admiral Lawrence R. Daspit will succeed Rear Admiral Frederick B. Warder as commander of the Submarine Force U S Atlantic Fleet on January 13. Warder becomes commandant of the Eighth Naval District based in New Orleans.
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Army Secretary Brucker Visits Far East Installations
U S Army Secretary Wilber M Brucker arrived today from Saigon by plane for an inspection tour of American military installations in the Far East. He will review security and readiness with commanders and staff during the visit.
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Jet Blows Tires on Landing at O’Hare Field
A United Air Lines DC8 with 97 passengers and 7 crew blew three of four tires on the left main landing gear during landing at O’Hare Field on Thursday. No injuries were reported.
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New York Button Maker Hits Campaigns With Slogans
Emanuel Ross, the veteran button maker known as a sloganeer without peer, has produced campaign buttons since 1947. His latest piece supports Nixon with the slogan Nixon Man of Steel, while he also offers lines for Stevenson, Symington, Humphrey, Kennedy, and Johnson.
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Wilton Man Dies In Traffic Crash
Floyd Brown aged 44 of Wilton Wisconsin died after a one car crash on Monroe County Trunk W two miles north of Clifton. Donovan Winchel 31 Clifton faces negligent homicide charges after driving the car. Alberta 23 left to get help and returned to find Brown dead. Brown died en route to Tomah hospital from skull and rib fractures and exposure in sub zero temps.
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