Ousted Beauty Queen Cites Discrimination
Gloria Jon a former Miss New York State 1965 alleges gross discrimination after being dethroned due to race She says Ted Marshall pressured her to relinquish the crown while Marshall claims she failed to fulfill her duties and missed appearances.
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Harriman To Report To President On Vietnam Negotiations
Harriman plans to report to the President today amid speculation the Soviet Union seeks to push negotiations on Vietnam. He cautioned that despite signs, Russia may not fully commit to a settlement.
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X15 Flight Tests Stability At 36 Miles High
Air Force Maj. Rob Rushworth piloted the X15 to an altitude of 36 miles and a speed of Mach 4.7 to evaluate automatic stability in the ballistic control system. The 142nd flight sought to confirm corrections addressed from an earlier mission and used the No 2 X15 cameras for tracking.
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City Dads Hurl More Charges at WLW Club
City officials press new accusations against WLW Club amid broader inquiries into West Las Vegas liquor clubs and downtown gaming venues. City Attorney notes Kellar may summon witnesses, but the city will not act for him. Officials discuss possible suspension of Kellar’s liquor license while denying widespread complaints against nearby establishments. Kellar vows to fight any closure in court as the commission’s Feb 4 1959 resolution against nude shows is referenced.
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LA Council Debates Topless Waitress Controversy and Reapportion
Los Angeles councilman Louie Nowell pushes an ordinance to classify topless waitresses as entertainers amid a broader clash over nudity in restaurants. State ABC powers and Carol Lane ruling influence local enforcement as officials seek clarity on permissible entertainment and licensing.
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Natural Gas Decision Thursday Could Cut Bills for Millions
The Federal Power Commission heads toward a Thursday decision that may free about 4,500 small gas producers from federal rules while 100 large producers face tighter control. The ruling could set a two price system at the well head and affect gas heating and cooking costs for tens of millions, starting with the Permian Basin and Southeast New Mexico.
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Ocean Studies Sought National Oceanographic Council
Washington congress urged creating a five year national oceanographic council to coordinate research across federal agencies. The plan envisions a vice president headed panel with a 15 member advisory commission from government industry and universities. United States lags behind Russia in ocean research.
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House Panel Approves 50 Cent Wage Increase
A House labor subcommittee approved raising the minimum wage by 50 cents to 1.75 per hour and extending coverage to 6.1 million more workers. The plan would lift overall coverage to 15 million more people than Johnson requested, with phased increases over six years for new entrants and three years for current covered workers.
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Indictments in Americus murder amid civil rights unrest
Two African American suspects Eddie James Lamar and Chrhe Lee Hopkins were indicted for first degree murder in the late night slaying of Marine recruit Andrew Whatley in Americus. Pickets and demonstrations occurred nearby as civil rights actions spread, with officials denying any federal bond payments and leaders calling for protection and restraint.
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Viet Cong fires on USO flight carrying comedian Jessel
Viet Cong opened fire on a DCR crew plane carrying comedian George Jessel during a USO tour in South Vietnam. The attack on the 12 mile Saigon Bien Hoa route produced tracers but the aircraft was not hit. Jessel 67 urged fellow entertainers to visit Vietnam and support the troops.
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Taylor says U S allies can drive Hanoi from South Vietnam
General Maxwell D. Taylor, newly retired as U S ambassador to Saigon, told reporters in Washington that the United States and South Vietnam could make it impossible for Hanoi to win on the ground in South Vietnam. He expressed confidence in driving Communist forces from the south in the long run.
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Medicare Premiums To Go Up
Wilbur J. Cohen says supplementary Medicare premiums likely rise within a few years though increases will be gradual. Initial $3 monthly subscriber plus $8 government share covers costs for the first years. program starts July 1 next year with no premium increase allowed before July 1, 1968. If doctors’ bills continue rising, some future increase is expected.
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Senate Showdown Over One Man One Vote Reapportionment
Senates showdown leaves outcome uncertain as Dirksen accuses Humphrey of blocking a constitutional amendment to override the Supreme Court ruling on legislative apportionment. The bill would let states reapportion by referendum based on geography and subdivisions, not just population. Dirksen forecasts a close vote and hints of using the measure as leverage against the administration's right to work repeal.
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Johnson asks Congress to fund sea level canal surveys
President Johnson urged prompt congressional approval of a 7.5 million dollar request to begin surveys for possible sea level canal routes as replacements for the Panama Canal. Action by Senate and House would allow the studies to start in January during Panama’s dry season.
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Bomb Rips Rail Line Near Montreal Disrupts Service
A bomb exploded on a rail line near Montreal causing light damage and short delays to CN Rail trains. Police later dismantled a powerful bomb under a busy railroad in the city’s north, linked to the separatist Oneichee movement seeking Quebec independence. In Iran, cholera-type epidemic grips Tehran with 89 deaths since July as premier Sadi warns of containment efforts.
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