Kerr and Baker linked in Senate corruption testimony
Former Senator Robert Kerr was described as seeking to aid Bobby Baker, with Baker’s associate testifying to a deep tie between Kerr and Baker. The Rules Committee heard testimony about a bank deal and efforts involving Kerr, Baker, and related figures, highlighting alleged influence in the Senate.
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Moe Bere Ashington
Robert G. Kerr
D- Okla
Senate
Robert G
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Baker
Fred B. Black Jr
Washington
Northarea Aviation
Senate Rules Committee
Kerr
Senate Demcratic
Hart Rae
Juror Selected In Jackoby Murder Trial Amid Disruption
Second juror, Allen W. McCoy, 23, Texas A&M engineer, chosen as juror No. 1 Max Caussey, in a tense Jackoby murder case session. A bomb threat disrupted recess, an anonymous note warned of danger, and Sheriff Decker led searches around the courthouse as delays persisted.
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Thornuigh
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Allen W. McCoy
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Max EL Causéy
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Hag & Wife
Cane
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Joe B. Brown
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Lee Harvey Os
Greek King Under Knife in Courtroom Drama
In a tense session the courtroom heard about a four ink medical procedure and complex financial dealings tied to Bobby Baker. Witnesses described loans and stock purchases while Sen Kerr faced questions over alleged aid, as a special weekend session was called to accelerate proceedings.
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Black
Tee
Sash
Lave
Sen
Kerr
Cen Dims
Ruby
Bobby Baker
Bekter
Rem Orlahosia
Slow federal voter registration in Texas counties
A Friday spot check by The Avalanche-Journal shows registration for free voting under a new federal law is proceeding slowly across the area. Counts range from none in Lynn County to about 250 in Lubbock County, with many counties reporting under 100 total registrations and several reporting only single digits or none in Terry, Hale, Hockley, Dawson, and other counties.
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Tanner Laine
Avalanche-Deam
South Plains
Avalanche-Journal
Lynn County
Lubbock
Terry
Lami
Hock
Wey
Dawson
Hale
Littlefield
Hockley
Lamesa
Dantor
Hale County Times
Plainview
Russell Tants
Tom County
Ae Patie
George
McG McCracken
Ashley Lima Trial Opens in Houston Court
The first day of testimony in the Ashley Lima case centers on the death of Ton es. Ashley, a former companion to Miss Lima, enters the courtroom but avoids eye contact as Lima sits nearby. Prosecution claims Lima and a co defendant orchestrated the death at a sex party. A recess is scheduled and details reference February 16, 1961. Separate items touch on registration receipts guidance and a London hospital operation for appendicitis.
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Houston
Sal Zi
Fred A
Leslie Douglas
Astley
Carolyn Ann Linaire
Tones
Miss Lima
Munier
Ashley
Betty Guterres
Is Lima
Lime
Lina
Mise Lama
Spect
Freday
London
Elizabeth
Diplomat Narco Raid Ties Latin Officials to Mega Smuggling Plot
Federal agents arrest Salvador Pardo Boland, Mexican ambassador to Bolivia, and two others in New York as part of a sweeping narcotics probe tied to a multinational ring. Heroin valued at 13.5 million seized in Montreal and New York. Mauricio Rosal, Guatemalan ambassador to Belgium and the Netherlands, linked to 160 pounds of narcotics with a 26006 fee per Atlantic crossing. Rosal serving a 15 year sentence.
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Pren Internadore
Ashington
Robert F. Kennedy
Salvador Pardo Boland
Bolivia
New York
Montreal
France
Mauricio Rosal
Belgione
Netherlands
Ring
Atom Powered Ship Heads Out For Tests at Sea
The 22,000 ton ship Savannah, built at a cost of $55 million, powered by atomic furnace, set out for two days of tests and trials from Galveston. Reactor repairs were halted last May 7 due to a labor dispute.
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APD
N.S. Savannah
Fot Engineering 2 Ince Engi Bt
Presidents greet 12 000 at Paint Springs airport
The two leaders were greeted by about 12,000 persons at Paint Springs airport, arriving late by helicopter and spending nearly 90 minutes in transit before landing. The scene underscored a major appearance captured in reports on the page sections.
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Nies
Paint Springs
Johnson
Etorade
Ith
Lynn County crash kills three Goddards at O'Donnell
A two car collision near O'Donnell Friday afternoon killed Edwin Jordan Goddard 50, his wife Helen Courson Goddard 47, and Reba Jordan Goddard 7. Ward’s wife and two other occupants survived with injuries. The crash occurred shortly after 1 am at US Highway 87 and Farm Road 208 near the city limits. Deputy reports say Goddard’s westbound car struck Landrum’s southbound vehicle. both cars spun and ended about 102 feet from the intersection. The three victims were longtime residents of O'Donnell and members of the local First Baptist Church. Funeral services were pending.
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Donnell
Lynn County
Here
O'Donnell
Edwin Jordan Goddard
Helen Courson Goddard
Ward
Reba Jordan Goddard
Lof Rt
U.S
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Landrum
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Thueman
Jos Angeles
Johnson Friday
Sete
Se Sohnson
Hadisons
University of
Los Angeles
Cem
Murbers
O'Donnell Jenn
First Baptist Church
Red China
Panamie
White House
Johnsort
Shoant
Air Force
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Mateos
Heavy Snow Hits State Amid Storm Toll and Cold
A winter storm swept through the state causing at least two deaths and heavy snowfall. The Weather Bureau reported up to four inches in some areas, the heaviest since January, as a Canadian cold front moved in tonight. Temperatures ranged from 22 degrees in Lubbock to 44 in Browne, with several districts noting school closures or delays.
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New Mexico
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Texan
Lubbock
Browne
Texas
SNC
Prayer for Soldiers Courage and Guidance
A wartime plea asks divine support for soldiers. The letter prays for strength, comfort, and steadfast conduct amid a world in turmoil, seeking reassurance that God will keep each fighter faithful to their mission and return them home safely.
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Solitier
Tim
Lee Pope
Playboy Gambler Slain Over Bets In Millionaire Bookie Case
Detectives arrested Mark Fein a 32 year old son of Irving Fein on charges of involvement in a slaying linked to a $25 000 World series bet. Police say Fein fled after the murder and was found in Harlem River with a body tied and shot. An associate named Gloria Kendall led to the arrest and tied her to the case as evidence mounted.
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Harlem River
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Raging Empire
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Markoweite
Gloria” Kendall
Manhattan
Playboy
Weather map page reports warm-up with scattered sun
A weather map page notes a clearing trend with a morning rise to moderate warmth. Expect partly sunny skies, with a high reaching the mid seventies across several areas. Winds from the south will strengthen slightly, and no major precipitation is anticipated.
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