U S Plans High Up Test Soon
The United States plans another high altitude nuclear test in the Pacific this weekend as part of Operation Dominic. An AEC announcement says a sub megaton device will be detonated tens of kilometers high, likely by air, with previous tests using Thor missiles from Johnston Island. In earlier shots a megaton explosion disrupted communications and created a radiation belt. this would be the 30th test in the series started April 25.
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Exiles to Attack Any Cuba Shipping
Alpha 66 declares war on ships to Cuba after a raid on Isabella de Sagua near Havana. Antonio Veciana, leader, says 30 men caused 20 casualties among Russians and Cubans, with 5 casualties on his side. Plans more raids within weeks.
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Pope Opens Second Vatican Council Calls for Unity
Pope John XXIII opened the second Vatican Ecumenical Council with a call for Christian unity. About 2,500 prelates gathered in St Peter's Basilica as the pope urged unity in prayer and esteem among Christians while noting progress toward unity and the need for further steps. The historic session began with bells across Rome signaling the council.
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Unique Trade Bill Signed By JFK
President Kennedy signed into law a historic trade expansion bill granting broad power to cut tariffs, repeal others, and strengthen ties with the European Common Market. The measure won broad support from parties, business leaders, and labor, with limited opposition from protectionists.
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Congress Edges Toward Friday Adjournment
Washington AP Democratic leaders fought to close the 87th Congress with Friday night as the likeliest adjournment target. Sen. Hubert H. Humphrey said closing shop tonight was unlikely but not impossible while House leaders expected final adjournment late Friday. Progress on remaining bills was slow with key measures awaiting quick action if disputes could be settled. Behind the scenes conferences continued, with White House pressure evident, and leaders said substantial progress was made on the thorniest issues.
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Car Thief Slips Up Again in Miami
Charles Dexter Young, 21, released after 87 days for auto theft, walked out on three days off for good behavior. He jumped into a parked car belonging to Police Lt. Ben Newton and drove off before being recaptured. he cited a rare blood type as reason.
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Yemen Says It Faces War With Saudi Arabia
Cairo reports a Yemeni rebel regime deputy premier Abdul Rahman Baydany saying Yemen is “in a state of war with Saudi Arabia” but the UA.R. news agency caveat suggested his remarks were not official. The U.A.R. government pledged full resistance against attacks on Yemen as Saudi Arabia and Jordan were accused of aggression on Yemen’s northern frontier.
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Yemen War Tale: Observers to Monitor Saudi Move
Baydany says Saudi Arabia massed troops at the Yemen border and slipped arms into Yemen. He claims the acts amount to an attack on the rebel regime and could push Yemen toward war with Saudi Arabia. Russia denies crossing troops into Yemen. Observers to be sent from Sana and Cairo.
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Bishops in Rome Shop for Clerical Garb at Ecumenical Council
American bishops in Rome for the Ecumenical Council did last minute shopping to acquire clerical clothes. Hats with broad galero brims were sought as a Texas bishop quips that the look differs from a stetson but will have to do.
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Prisoner Parley Hits Snag in Cuba Talks
HAVANA AP negotiations with Fidel Castro stalled late Wednesday delaying the release of 1,113 Cuban invasion prisoners. Castro and James B. Donovan planned further talks, possibly today or Friday, after a four hour session failed to resolve key points. Families committee cited revisions needed and two to three more meetings likely. No indication the snag stemmed from exile claims of a raid on Isabella de Sagua that left 20 dead.
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Bay of Pigs prisoners in talks over release terms
No confirmation on the raid nor comments on the exiles claim as Havana sources note a hitch in negotiations but expect further meetings possibly today or Friday. Informants say Pan American Airways offered to fly prisoners to Miami once an agreement is reached. Castro sought 62 million in cash. Donovan reportedly offered medicine and food instead.
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Oxford Student Panel Maps Rioters' Hearings
Oxford Mississippi AP reports the university student judicial council will outline private hearings for six students tied to rioting after James Meredith entered the campus. Faculty weighing two resolutions on campus unity as Meredith endures his eighth day of classes amid protests. Army downsizes Oxford area force to about 5,700 regulars and guardsmen from 23,600 last week.
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Weather warms with sunny to hot outlook this week
The forecast promises summer like weather with a low around 65 tonight and highs in the mid 80s Friday. Clouds may bring isolated afternoon showers Friday and Saturday while yesterday's high reached 83 at 4 p.m. and overnight low 56 at 3 30 a.m.
Eisenhower Receives Army Association's Highest Award
Dwight D. Eisenhower, aged nearly 72, accepts the Army Association's top honor before about 2,000 soldiers and guests. The event honors his World War II leadership and long Army service, with remarks from Gen. Omar N. Bradley and Gen. Jacob Devers. He pays tribute to the Army's legacy while toasting President Kennedy as Defense Secretary McNamara highlights modern force gains.
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Eisenhower Campaigns For Republicans In Broad Plea
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower said he is campaigning for Republican candidates to ensure grave national decisions are made by the people. He urged voters to reclaim faith in themselves and resist a single influential group of professors from a college.
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Eisenhower In Wichita Speaks On Spending And Power
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower addressed about 5,000 people gathered in a downtown bank plaza during a layover en route to Washington. He urged an end to what he called a spending spree in Washington and warned of an unconscionable grab for power. He criticized bureaucrats for centralizing authority and charged President Kennedy with trying to seize control.
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Macmillan Gov Wins Market Nod At Conservative Confab
LLANDUDNO Wales AP report notes Prime Minister Macmillan's government securing overwhelming backing from the Conservative party conference for Britain entering the European Common Market. Pro European talks by Deputy PM Butler and Deputy Foreign Minister Heath urged Britain to embrace its destiny and lead Europe and the world to lasting peace and prosperity.
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Heath wins show of hands on linked Europe motion
Delegates vote overwhelmingly to urge government to press Brussels talks to link Britain with the six Common Market nations. An amendment opposing the Common Market is defeated. Heath receives an ovation after declaring Europe is incomplete without Britain and Britain is incomplete without Europe.
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Chuckie Holds Head High Amid Friendly Show of Nerve
Chuckie faces a tough crowd with poise, keeping morale high while maintaining a calm, approachable stance. Supporters praise his grit as he navigates a tense yet cordial scene, turning potential conflict into a constructive exchange.
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