Mood in Washington Form 62 Faces War Fears
Washington faces a paradox of optimism at home and dread for world events as 1962 looms. Officials worry that crises from Berlin to Viet Nam could escalate, despite a bright domestic economy. Former VP Nixon warned trouble spots span Latin America Africa and Southeast Asia. Kennedy warned of difficult years and a looming Berlin crisis.
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Viet Nam
Kennedy
Schenectady
N.Y
United States
Berlin
Lincoln
De Gaulle Holds Fast to Aim of Free Algeria in 1960s France
Paris reports President Charles de Gaulle pursues a free Algeria amid seven-year rebellion and rising domestic discontent. Rightwing secret forces, economic pressures, and Berlin diplomacy test his resolve as he refuses concessions to Russia and maintains public support.
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Charles de Gaulle
Ben Youssef Ben Khedda
Raoul Salan
de Gaulle
Berlin
Moscow Mood for 62 Gloom and Confidence Clash in Soviet Union
The 1962 mood in Moscow mixes somber views on foreign and domestic issues with optimism about Soviet space prowess. Russians debate America’s decline while praising Yuri Gagarin and Gherman Titov as space heroes. They brag of track and field gains yet lament drab daily life and long queues for theater and movie tickets.
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Jnhead
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Jonly
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California
Soviet Union
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Asia
South America
Mikhail Shokolov
Britain Faces Path to a European Future in 1962
London reports Britain's potential entry into the six nation European Common Market, seen as transformative for its economy and society. Prime Minister Macmillan seeks prosperity through integration while debates rise over a continental decimal system and driving on the right. Commonwealth nations watch wary. Uganda plans full independence next October.
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Berlin
MacMillan
England
France
Canada
Uganda
Central African Federation
Kenya
Kennedy’s 1961 World Peril and Resolve Amid Crises
The year 1961 delivered pervasive international danger from Southeast Asia to Berlin with Cuba, Africa, and Congo turmoil. Dag Hammarskjold died amid peace efforts. Kennedy allies say his stance signals strength to Khrushchev, citing his Berlin speech that the U.S. will not be driven into conflict.
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Russia
Nikita
Khrushchev
Berlin
Massengale Reappointed to Nursing Education Council
Gov Michael V. DiSalle in Columbus reappoints Helen Massengale of Columbus to the advisory council of the Board of Nursing Education. Massengale is chief of the Health Department Division of Health Education.
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Ohio
Michael V. DiSalle
Helen Massengale
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Division of Health Education
Board of Nursing Educa‘on
Year of decision for Southeast Asia in 1962
In 1962 Southeast Asia faces pivotal struggles as Communists push in Laos and South Vietnam. Ngo Dinh Diem's regime fights for survival with heavy US aid while Laos' cease fire fuels guerrilla activity. Sukarno eyes Netherlands New Guinea amid internal woes. Thailand talks trade with Russia and Laos reacts to SEA Treaty shortcomings. Burma plans a large Red China loan as Malaya pushes forward with a Greater Malaysia plan.
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Viet Nam
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Cambodia
Sihanouk
Burma
Red China
Malaya
British
Borneo
Singapore
Malaysia
Nehru Will Maintain His Control In India
In 1962 India faces the world’s largest elections as Jawaharlal Nehru is expected to stay prime minister after 210 million eligible voters choose a new Parliament in February. China tensions, Goa issue, and domestic unrest shape a cautious outlook for South Asia with Pakistan’s Ayub Khan under pressure to curb power and maintain control amid rising discontent.
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Delhi
India
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South Asia
Red China
Jawaharlal Nehru
West
Goa
Afghanistan
Pathan
Kabul
Ceylon
Councilman Can't Hold Health Seat
Atty Gen Mark McElroy ruled that a city councilman cannot serve on a county health board while holding a council seat. Ohio law bars members of legislative authorities from holding another public office, and health board members are public officers.
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Ohio
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