Funeral train bearing Ike arrives Cincinnati amid mournful crowds
The Eisenhower funeral train reached Cincinnati Union Terminal amid steady drizzle with about 2,000 onlookers along the track. Edgar Eisenhower thanked the crowd as the body began its journey to Abilene, Kansas, for burial, while spectators from Ohio and Kentucky joined in paying respects. The train then continued toward Huntington and Charleston, WV, reflecting nationwide mourning for the late president who died in Washington.
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Eisenhower funeral at National Cathedral honors a life of faith
Dwight D. Eisenhower lies in state at Washington National Cathedral in a simple dignified service. Mamie Eisenhower, weakened yet composed, shares quiet moments with their son as dignitaries including Charles de Gaulle and the Shah of Iran attend. The service features The Palms hymn and a pastoral benediction, with no formal eulogy as requested by the former president. Ike is driven to Kansas after the ceremony.
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Mexico mine disaster traps over 150 workers
Gas explosions ripped into two rural coal mines near Nueva Rosita spilling debris and collapsing galleries. About 150 to 157 miners were trapped hundreds of feet underground as rescue teams and international workers scrambled to reach them, marking Mexico's worst mining disaster.
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Money Order bandits leave Buellton Post Office clues
Burglars cracked the Buellton Post Office safe Sunday stealing about $1,000 in cash and stamps and 800 blank postal money orders. A money order validating machine and limit stamps were also taken. Investigators link the crime to a Jan. 23 burglary, noting similar methods and a shift in approach this time.
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Mao shown as sole focus at Chinese National Congress
The 9th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party convened in Beijing with Mao Zedong dominant. Liu Shaoqi ousted, Lin Biao elevated, and Chou Enlai named secretary general as the cultural revolution advances. The event marks Mao's consolidation of power amid post‑Cultural Revolution tension.
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Vietnam War death toll tops 33 629 surpassing Korea mark
In Saigon, Walter Whitehead reports America's Vietnam casualties have surpassed 33 629, tying the Korean War death toll as the third costliest foreign conflict. A Marine general advocates invading Laos and southern North Vietnam to shorten the war, stating he is not trying to raise the ante.
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Earthquake fears in California likely groundless says USGS
The U S Geological Survey urges Californians that rumors of a mega quake in April are unfounded. Minor tremors may occur but a major quake could happen in the future and is unpredictable according to L C Pakiser and Gen Ralph Davis. Military updates from Vietnam follow with casualties and base strikes amid ongoing conflict.
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