Kennedy Seeks Remedy For Racial Strife
President Kennedy said the administration is studying new civil rights legislation and seeking a legal approach other than protests to address racial problems in the South. He did not reveal directions, but hoped federal marshals or troops would not be needed to enforce the Alabama court order challenging Governor Wallace. He also mentioned plans to visit Pope John XXIII in Europe next month.
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Session's End Hangs In Balance as Connally Clashes
Gov. John Connally and top lawmakers argued over the continuation of the 58th Legislature amid a heated budget conference. Displeasure centered on higher education funding and shifts in agricultural and rural programs as Friday adjournment looms and a possible special session is debated. Connally refused to detail talks, noting no immediate need for a special session, while lawmakers weigh a multi-year corporate tax extension and the fate of a $3.1 billion money bill. The session faces a Monday end with adjournment possible Friday at midnight.
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Kennedy accepts wheat plan defeat in referendum
President Kennedy announced the wheat control program was decisively rejected by farmers and said no substitute action would be sought this year. He warned prices would fall from the choice for unlimited production while Republican leaders pledged to push new wheat legislation. Mundt proposed extending the 1963 program. Kennedy would review any bill before supporting it. See WHEAT Page 10.
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Karl E. Mundt
South Dakota
Pope John XXIII rallies after severe relapse
Vatican sources said the 81 year old Pope recovered somewhat from a serious relapse in his illness requiring a major blood transfusion. Attendants watched closely and a doctor stayed near the papal apartment through Wednesday night. He had canceled a weekly audience but appeared at his window to bless thousands in St. Peter's Square.
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Todays Prayer Today s Prayer
A reader from Lubbock signs a prayer asking to do Thy will per Your word and to participate in Your glory and rejoice with Your heritage in Jesus name.
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Virginia man pedals 1900 miles to visit brother
Joseph Gwaltney, 22, of Newport News, Va., rode 1900 miles on an English racing bike in 22 days to reach his brother stationed at Reese Air Force Base. He plans a week in Lubbock with S.Sgt. Richard E. Gwaltney Jr. and his wife after enduring wet nights and wind.
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Cuba Shrugs as Soviet Aid Falls Short of Needs
U S intelligence reports Fidel Castro has received about 300 million in Soviet arms this year and will gain 250 million in economic aid. Despite this, Cuba's economy deteriorates with 1962 per capita output down 30 percent from 1958 and sugar output projected at four million tons amid rising world prices could help 1964. Details of ongoing Soviet arms were not specified.
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Kennedy denies Cuba buildup claims at news conference
Speaking at a news conference President Kennedy rejects charges of a growing Soviet threat in Cuba and asserts the United States will not abandon its Guantanamo base. He denied Republican claims and emphasized ongoing policy.
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Lubbock Hit by Severe Storm Flooding Damage Exceeds Million
Torrential rains Tuesday night flooded Lubbock and Palmer County as 3.15 inches fell in central Lubbock with totals reaching 6.5 inches. Red Cross and Civil Defense counted 27 homes and 39 businesses damaged. Estimated farm losses in one county exceed $1 million. firms Godwins Frito-Lay face over $25,000 in damages.
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Palmer County
Hail Storm Damage Reported Across Parmer County
A severe hail and rain storm caused estimated damage near 1 million dollars in Parmer County. Wheat crops suffered heavy losses while cotton and maize planted areas also endured significant impact. Rainfall totals reached up to four inches with isolated hail pockets lingering. Local farmers gauge total losses as substantial and insurance coverage limited. The situation prompted road crews to clear 18 inch hail accumulations on Highway 214 near Bovina. Repairs to flooded areas in Lubbock and surrounding towns continued as authorities coordinated Red Cross assistance.
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Cooper receives ticker tape welcome after 22 orbit flight
Astronaut Gordon Cooper rides up Broadway amid a roaring throng and shredded paper as New York honors him for last week's 22 orbit Mercury flight. At the Waldorf luncheon he accepts the Medal of Honor from the public and 1,900 dignitaries rise in ovation. Hoover attends and police estimate 4 million in the parade crowds.
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