Rumors Squelched on Teamsters UAW Rejoining AFL CIO
High officials of the Teamsters and the United Auto Workers said they have no rush to rejoin the AFL-CIO. Auto Workers leader Leonard Woodcock cited financial trouble and dues concerns as reasons to stay independent. Teamsters officials also indicated no immediate move to reaffiliate despite Meany's signals.
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James R. Hoffa
Einar Mohn
California
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Frank E. Fitzsimmons
Aflcio
Auto
Fitzsimmons Maintains Grip On Teamsters Presidency
Frank E. Fitzsimmons appears set to retain the Teamsters presidency despite opposition from rebel local leaders Don Vestal and Theodore Daley. Vestal, a Nashville local chief, predicts defeat, while Daley, Yonkers official, vows to take the post. Daley criticizes a dictatorship run, raises dues hike concerns, and notes the convention control rests with 2,100 delegates.
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Fitzsimmons
Ee R. Hoffa
Hoffa
Don Vestal
Nashville
Theodore Daley
Yonkers, N. Y
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Weather outlook signals clear night and sunny tomorrow
The forecast calls for a clear night with sunny skies and highs in the mid 80s tomorrow. Tonight’s low is expected in the mid 60s, with yesterday’s high at 82 and this morning’s low at 66.
Jersey City Mayor Guilty of Extortion
Jersey City Mayor Thomas J. Whelan and eight others were convicted by a federal jury on multiple counts of extortion and conspiracy tied to kickbacks from contractors. Convictions include Whelan and City official Philipp Kunz with a mix of guilty and acquittals among Hudson County officials. Sentences can reach up to 20 years per count, with no sentencing date set. Whelan said the corporation counsel would review state rules on resignation for convicted officials.
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Newark
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Thomas J. Whelan
City Hall
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Hudson County
U.S. Dist
Robert Shaw
Philipp Kunz
Kunz
Democratic
Walter Wolfe
Jersey City Council
Thomas Flaherty
Joseph Stapleton
Fred Kropke
Bernard Murphy
Port of New York Authority
William Steinkopf
City Corporation Council
Ohio Fourth of July weekend deaths reach 46 in state
The Associated Press reports 46 lives lost in Ohio over the holiday weekend including 14 alleged murders and 10 drownings. Traffic deaths reached 22 in Ohio with nationwide highway fatalities at a record 617 as forecasts had projected 38. An Indiana I 65 crash killed 10 and injured one. University expert Simon Dinitz cites weekend violence linked to pent up frustrations.
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Norman Moody
Lake Erie
Richard Langford
Lakewood
Ohio
Associated Press
Indiana
Ohio State University
Simon Dinitz
Denver cabbie with trumpet draws tips and fame
Denver driver Jack Kaufman, 36, plays trumpet from his cab, claiming a repertoire of over 1,000 songs. Riders mix praise and jokes as he recalls past incidents and notable fares, including Raiders players. He notes occasional complaints but enjoys the attention and earnings.
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Louis Armstrong Dies At Home In Queens
New York AP reports legendary trumpeter Louis Armstrong died at his home in Queens at age 70 after a career spanning New Orleans beginnings to world fame. He had recently spent 10 weeks in Beth Israel Hospital following a February Waldorf engagement.
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