Mayor Promises Aid After Baldwin Hills Flood Disaster
Los Angeles officials say damage from the Baldwin Hills Reservoir flood could exceed 10 million dollars. Mayor Samuel Yorty vows compensation and help filing claims against the water and power department and the city. Rescue teams and residents survey mud and rubble. 64 homes destroyed, 82 damaged, 55 apartments hit. at least three dead, 27 injured. A second potential victim remains missing as Archie MacDonald, 70, is feared lost.
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Burton and Taylor Near Marriage Amid Mexico Divorces
Hollywood reports Richard Burton free to wed Elizabeth Taylor after Sybil Burton wins Mexican divorce and custody. Eddie Fisher seeks divorce from Liz as settlement looms. Insiders expect a Mexico nuptial proceeding and a Puerto Vallarta wedding soon after.
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Salinger Plans Johnson Home Trip Coverage at Ranch
Pierre Salinger White House press secretary and three aides plan coverage at the LBJ ranch for President Johnson’s trip home December 28 and 29. Johnson will also host West German Chancellor Ludwig Erhard during the visit.
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Ruby Lawyers Seek Christmas Release for Oswald's Killer
Dallas AP report states Jack Ruby's lawyers urge bond release before Christmas with a December 23 hearing ordered by Dist. Judge Joe Brown. Ruby, 52, faces murder trial set for February 3. the defense cites need for psychiatric examination not feasible in jail.
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Scranton Confirms Private Meeting With Eisenhower
Gov. William W. Scranton said he met ex President Dwight D. Eisenhower in a Harrisburg railroad car before Eisenhower left for a California vacation. He noted politics were discussed only in general terms.
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Smiths May Not Celebrate Christmas in the Usual Way
A family faces a frugal Christmas as they decline gifts and festive preparations. The narrator jokes about the abundance of gadgets already owned while conceding desire for a racing bicycle and a son’s college commute needs. The piece ends with playful concern over selecting handkerchiefs without spoiling surprises.
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Old Red Learns New Tricks in Cairo Kiss Exchange
During a state visit to Egypt, Chou En-lai faced a bouquet moment as a blonde handed him flowers. He kissed the girl, then returned the gesture by kissing Nasser's accompanying girl, showcasing a quick shift in diplomacy tactics.
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West Berlin East Wall Visit Pact Signed For Christmas
Western officials announced a Christmas season opening of the Berlin Wall for West Berliners with East Berlin relatives. About 400000 West Berliners may cross under a six day negotiation, signed by Korber and Wendt despite Brandt’s initial refusals. Permit offices will open Wednesday at 12 points in West Berlin as East German post offices handle applications. The pace and implications of the accord drew mixed political reactions.
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U.S. Ships Plotting Indian Area Reported by AP
New Delhi India AP reports Prime Minister Nehru commented on U S ships movements in the region with implications for Indian security and regional power dynamics.
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