McNamara Seeks Continued Aid to South Vietnam
Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara plans to urge President Johnson to maintain and possibly increase U S aid to South Vietnam to defeat Communist guerrillas. After a five day fact finding mission, he voiced confidence in the Khanh government and pledged ongoing U S economic, military training, and equipment support.
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Congress Pay Boost Supported
Washington AP report says House leaders pushed for quick passage of a federal pay increase bill, with 1.7 million federal workers to gain. A potential amendment could cut annual raises from 10 000 to 7 500 for Congress and high paid officials, while mailmen and secretaries would gain about 450 yearly.
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Three Americans Alive Return Sought By U S
Three American airmen shot down over East Germany are reported alive. The United States seeks their return and denies a Soviet spying charge. A nurse in Gar delegen hospital said one crewman survived and was brought there Tuesday night. The fliers are Capt. David J. Holland, Capt. Melvin J. Kessler, and 1st Lt. Harold W. Welch.
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Detroit
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Moscow
North American Treaty Organization
Lausche backs amendment on morning prayer legality
Senator Frank Lausche of Ohio says he supports a proposed constitutional amendment to resolve confusion about the legality of morning prayers in the capital. He reacts to Senator Milward Simpson's plan to allow voluntary non-denominational prayers and limited state aid if allowed by law, following Supreme Court rulings restricting state-sponsored prayers and Bible readings.
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Why call it the 5 o'clock rush hour
The column jokes about naming a busy period the rush hour while drivers waste time idling in slow traffic. It riffs on ironic timing as vehicles creep forward and motorists question the term’s accuracy.
Hoffa Gets Eight Years and Ten Thousand Dollar Fine
The judge sentenced Hoffa to eight years in prison and imposed a ten thousand dollar fine. In Cincinnati Ohio the Ohio River flooding receded in many areas as cleanup began. The Red Cross opened a disaster center to aid flood victims across five states, sheltering hundreds in the Cincinnati region with more to come.
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Dignitaries Pay Final Honor To Greek King Paul
King Paul of Greece was buried in Athens after a state funeral attended by six of Europe’s seven reigning monarchs and dignitaries from around the world. Crown Prince Constantine walked with his mother Queen Frederika as the procession stretched a mile and a half, with mourners including King Baudouin of Belgium, Queen Juliana of the Netherlands, and former President Truman.
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Louisville Braces For Flooding Amid Ohio River Rise
Louisville faced severe flooding as the Ohio River swollen by heavy rains encroached on homes and forced about 110,000 people in five states to flee. In Kentucky towns near Louisville eight feet of water flooded downtown Shephersville and the national guard aided flood gate installations as damages stretch into millions.
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Peace Force For Cyprus Improves Prospect
United Nations officials report progress in raising funds for a Cyprus peace force as Britain and the United States commit substantial support. Britain vows not to bear the burden alone while Greek Cypriots denounce both powers amid the effort to assemble a force for three months. The State Department will donate up to 2 million dollars from an aid contingency fund and provides transport and supplies. The financial hurdle remains, but urgency to prevent further loss of life is stressed.
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Weather shifts to spring as floods ease
Weather Man looks to spring with cooler tonight and fair, warm tomorrow. Temperatures will reach into the 50s. The previous day’s high was 45 and the low today 35. Rain last night totaled 0.33 inches.
Weather forecast notes showers near Cincinnati river impact
Weather Bureau reports scattered showers in the Cincinnati area, with more rain expected today. Officials say the precipitation will not be enough to significantly affect the river levels or currents.
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Tragic floods claim nine lives across Ohio Indiana and Kentucky
Floods kill at least nine people seven in Ohio and one each in Indiana and Kentucky. Two missing Ohio men found after high water and a car plunge into Jonathan Creek. Downtown areas flooded with millions in damage and widespread business closures. New Richmond evacuated while other towns along the Little Miami River mop up. Roads reopen gradually as some areas remain isolated. Authorities warn boil water in Higginsport amid contamination fears. Continued on page 31.
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Richmond Fire Destroys Brick Building. Loss Reported
A major blaze in Richmond Ind damaged a three story brick building housing an electronics firm and a fourth floor area of the nearby Richmond Baking Co. Firefighters rescued a 4,000 gallon propane tank near the scene as total loss was estimated at 500000. Fire Chief Ernest Fredericks oversaw operations.
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Mask Off At Elko Public Buildings
After 46 years Elko Nevada repealed a 1918 public buildings mask law. City council acted Tuesday to remove the ordinance that required all persons to wear masks in public buildings during the influence epidemic.
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Hoffa gets eight years in federal jury tampering case
CHATTANOOGA Tenn AP Teamsters President James R Hoffa was sentenced to eight years in prison and fined 10000 for attempting to tamper with a federal court jury. Three co defendants Ewing King Larry Campbell Thomas Parks received three years each. Hoffa vowed to appeal as bond remained.
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Jury Expected To Get Ruby Case On Friday 13th
Dallas AP report outlines defense and prosecution plans as Jack Ruby nears verdict week. Attorneys expect testimony to finish today with Friday the 13th set for jurors to decide guilt or innocence for the killing of Lee Harvey Oswald.
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