Moonshine Industry Hits Big Time Amid Crime Ties
Fulton Lewis Jr reports bootleg liquor trades swelling as organized crime moves in to dominate moonshine. Florida bootleggers lament loss of independence as larger operators consolidate across the state. The Licensed Beverage Industries says rotgut flows at over 44 million gallons annually, leaving $600 million in unpaid taxes and a trail of death and corruption.
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New Smoking Evidence Linked to Cancer Risks Emerges
A University of Toronto research team reports abnormal cancer-producing substances in smokers’ urine that rise after resuming smoking, suggesting a biochemical link to cancer. While not conclusive, Dr. Clifford L. Ash says the finding opens a new field of cancer research and warrants exploration. Congress faces coinage reform as silver supply lags demand. options include reducing silver content or eliminating it, with Treasury recommendations likely to guide action.
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Clifford L. Ash
Ontario Cancer Institute
Toronto
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Powell faces suit over New York residency for seat
The likelihood of Rep. Adam Clayton Powell losing his congressional seat remains small though a federal suit claims he was not an inhabitant of New York when re elected. The action by Esther James follows a $262,000 judgment for slander and highlights calls for reform and accountability in Congress.
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Committee On Education and Labor
Bootleg liquor racket seen as nationwide health threat
Federal Judge Edwin M. Stanley estimated North Carolina bootleg alcohol at 200 million dollars yearly, produced by a tight group of under 50. Moonshine operations span 40 states with two thirds crossing county lines, channeling vast volumes to Southern cities and major markets in New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Midwest hubs.
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Michigan
Moonshine Bust Near Pascagoula Reveals Vast Operation
T men earlier seized a large moonshine operation near Pascagoula Mississippi. They uncovered 900 50 gallon fermenters 45 000 gallons of mash and a fleet of vehicles for transport. The haul included 150 000 pounds of sugar and up to 7 000 empty containers. The complex covered two acres with an artificial cooling lake and pumps supplying thousands of gallons hourly. A treasury loss survey cites 600 million dollars in unpaid taxes plus additional deaths from lead poisoning linked to illicit liquor.
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T-Men
Pascagoula
Miss
Illicit South Carolina whiskey tainted by lead and hazards
UPI reported that ninety percent of illegal whiskey in South Carolina contains lead salts, with a third capable of killing by a single drink. Lead enters via soldered pipes, radiators, and batteries used in the mash. Additional dangers include contaminated mash with rats, snakes, insects, maggots, and adulterants from lye, paint thinner, and antifreeze. Stills are hidden in pig pens, barns, and even an outdoor privy.
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UPI
South Carolina
Paper Tiger Has Heavy Tread
John Chamberlain portrays Dean Burch as a maturing political operator and thinker. From a Tucson lawyer to Barry Goldwater’s scheduling aide, Burch has grown in stature by dignified conduct after stepping aside as Republican National Committee chairman to Ray Bliss of Ohio. He faces a quieter, influential role as he nears the end of his tenure.
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Barry Goldwater
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Burch
Republican National Committee
Ray Bliss
Ohio
Burch shown to be a non-rash conservative potential candidate
The piece analyzes Dean Burch as a non divisive Republican figure, praising his impartial technician role and his aim to build a broad base in the South against centr al extremism. It notes his possible future runs in Arizona and suggests he may seek Congress or governor while maintaining pragmatic, problem oriented politics.
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Ray Bliss
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Vietnam
Supreme Court
Lyndon Johnson
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James Marlow LBJ Wins And He Loses
The article chronicles Johnson’s mixed fortunes as Viet Nam war actions, domestic programs in health care and education, and civil rights progress. It notes bombing of North Viet Nam, congressional support, and Johnson’s public insistence on no wider war while North Viet Nam resists. It highlights Selma’s crisis, the Katzenbach nomination, and space milestones Ranger 9 and Gemini, with international reactions and the lull between promise and conflict.
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Belvedere Middletown YMCA Closes Amid Debts and Loss
The Middletown YMCA board met March 25 1999 to formalize steps to sell YMCA property to satisfy about 11000 in mortgages. The organization opened in 1891 and closed Aug 1 1997 after years of debt and failed reopening efforts.
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YMCA
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Do It Yourself Urban Renewal Transforms Old Town Chicago
Paul Harvey notes Chicago’s Old Town revival where rats and ruin became a thriving, tax paying district with diverse shops and dining. He cites Wells Street’s transformation from crumbling fronts to a picture perfect shopping area, noting rising rents and ongoing development while praising citizen associations and public art programs.
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