Powers and Abel Swap Ends Cold War Prison Saga
American U2 pilot Francis Gary Powers and Soviet spy Rudolf Abel traded in a dramatic mid bridge exchange between East and West Berlin on Glienicker Bridge. Also freed was American student Frederic Leroy Pryor, arrested in East Berlin last August, as part of a negotiated swap with Abel. The White House announced the deal at 3:19 am, Kennedy officials confirming Powers left Berlin about 22 hours later.
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New York Attorney Key Man in U2 Powers Abel Swap
James B. Donovan, a prominent New York attorney and Abel’s defense counsel, played a central role in the U2 pilot Francis Gary Powers exchange. The Justice Department, under President Kennedy, authorized Donovan to travel to East Berlin to explore possible commutation, with Gerald Cozart’s pardon attorney guidance and ongoing letters from Mrs Abel.
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Powers release thrills Powers family across states
U2 pilot Francis Gary Powers is released in a spy swap for Rudolf Abel. His wife in Milledgeville Georgia says her heart is bursting with joy and hopes to see him by Sunday. In Norton Virginia his father and sister react with disbelief and relief as news spreads.
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De Gaulle Under Attack as Right and Left Seek Fall
Paris report says President Charles de Gaulle faces mounting opposition from right wing and Communist left as Algeria policy triggers unrest. Secret Army Organization violence rises while Communists leverage the turmoil to undermine his government. Interior Minister Frey accuses Communists of provoking rioting that left eight dead and many injured in a 19 000 strong demonstration. Maurice Legay cites organized commando groups conducting attacks.
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A Comically Chaotic Algona Wedding Day
Gwen Egel and James Kildow faced a string of mishaps in Algona Iowa as their wedding day slipped late due to late arrangements and closed shops. A missing ring design a mud stained gown and forgotten bouquet tested nerves before a reception that ultimately went smoothly despite the delays.
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Haiti Pressures Aid At Hemispheric Conference
At Punta del Este Haiti pressed the United States for money amid OAS deliberations on Castro’s Cuba. Haiti’s delegation suggested concessions in exchange for aid while fears rose that U.S. prestige would suffer if Cuba stayed expelled. Haiti’s pull reportedly centers on the use of aid without oversight.
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Romney Expected To Run For Michigan Governor
Detroit reports industrialist George Romney is expected to seek the Republican nomination for Michigan governor. An associate said Romney cannot be measured by ordinary standards and would be a refreshing candidate. Romney’s announcement followed a secluded day at his Bloomfield Hills home amid religious guidance.
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Whisky Surplus Sparks Calm In Scotland Distilleries
Glasgow report says Scotland ships 25 to 30 million gallons more whisky yearly than demand with stocks near 325 million gallons by month end and 36 percent aged three years or more. Church ministers in Dumbartonshire urge temperance amid TV alcohol depictions as Hiram Walker’s plant expands to fill bonded warehouses against a possible drought.
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FBI Official Urges Newspapers to Spotlight Crime Nationwide
Columbus AP A high FBI official urged editors at the Ohio Newspaper Association meeting to expose crime and subversion relentlessly. Cartha D. DeLoach, Hoover’s associate director, said press glare strengthens public resolve and cited Ohio’s drug laws cut narcotic use by 80 percent as proof.
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Pryor Family Presses On After Frederic Pryor Release
In Kalamazoo AP report Frederic L Pryor 27 a doctoral student at Free University West Berlin was imprisoned in East Berlin on espionage charges Aug 25. His parents Mr and Mrs Millard H Pryor of Ann Arbor have stayed in West Berlin since Christmas hoping for his release. Dr Thomas M Pryor pastor and Frederic's uncle described repeated delays and setbacks before news of his release. The elder Pryor said the family negotiated constantly with East German authorities and visited the prison, awaiting a proper reunion.
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Russia
Spying Days Over With Gary Powers Leaves Prison
Francis Gary Powers departed Vladimir Prison as unofficial Soviet sources reported he would never again fly over Soviet Russia. The ex U-2 pilot’s release ends years of captivity following the Cold War incident.
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Ribicoff Expected to Run for Senate Seat in Connecticut
Associates report Welfare Secretary Abraham Ribicoff intends to seek the Senate nomination this year. Democratic leaders hosted a lunch where Ribicoff signaled willingness to enter a primary if needed. He has previously said he is available for a draft if President Kennedy can spare him.
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Chuckle Compromise Describes Two People Getting What They Didn't Want
A witty note explains a compromise where both parties end up with something neither desired. The gag hinges on mutual dissatisfaction and the irony of agreement.
Solon Suggests Giving States School Problem
Washington AP report on a plan to fund education through federal aid with state discretion. Bailey proposes 2 percent of current education spending, Kennedy opposes federal church or private school aid as unconstitutional. Hecht and other educators push for a large federal aid program, while hearings are considered to gauge district expectations.
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