Nixon Denies Secret Deal Charge Libels Knight
Los Angeles AP reports Richard Nixon calling Knight’s accusation libelous. Knight vows to reveal Nixon’s emissary and proof at a public press conference soon. The feud centers on Nixon’s bid for California GOP control and past gubernatorial maneuvering connected to Knight and Knowland.
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Kennedy to act on TV bill amid other legislation
President Kennedy faces a backlog of bills awaiting his signature including a package TV contracts bill for pro sports and other appropriations. The NFL urged passage to offset a court ruling. Kennedy has until Oct. 10. He designated next Wednesday a national day of prayer and spent time with the Kennedy family aboard the Honey Fitz enjoying a seaside outing.
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Chuckle on the dollar as confidence shrinks
A lighthearted mockery notes the dollar’s decline. The cartoon caption suggests financial nerves and secret worries about currency value, reflecting economic jitters with a humorous spin.
Santa Claus town disputed over beer license in Georgia
Santa Claus is claimed as a city by William J. Salem who says he is mayor and seeks a beer license. Toombs County officials deny any municipality named Santa Claus. The State Revenue Department asks the attorney general if such a town exists as population figures vary from 2 to 9 residents.
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Syria raises flag as Egyptians ordered out after coup
Syria's civilian regime hoisted the Syrian flag over government buildings and ordered Egyptians to leave. The move followed a swift coup that toppled Cairo allied rule, with Kuzbari promising democracy and constitutional rule while calling for calm and national unity.
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Syria Reshuffle Prompts Cautious U S Stance on Ties
Washington weighs recognition as Syria forms a new regime under military officers led by Mamoun Kuzbar i. Officials say U S policy remains slow with no clear request for recognition and no proven Communist influence. Jordan and Turkey quickly recognize the regime while Israel eyes the split from Nasser era. Diplomatic observers predict a short lived committee rule with potential stronger leadership emerging.
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Allies' Rights No Deal With East Germans, Reds Told
Western powers told the Soviet Union they would not negotiate over the right to keep Allied troops in West Berlin. Talks in New York with Dean Rusk and Lord Home with Andrej Gromyko aimed to define access, possible agreements, and whether Khrushchev will accept a basis for negotiation.
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Soviet UN Deals May Boomerang
United Nations report says the Soviet Union privately pledged to veto Mauritania’s U.N. membership to curry favor with Morocco. The move could backfire by prompting Brazzaville group states to rethink support for Red China as debate on seating China looms. Western powers had steered the council to act first on Mauritania then Mongolia.
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Ecumenical Episcopals Push Unity At General Convention
At Detroit the Protestant Episcopal Church closed its triennial convention with a call for world Christian reunion. Bishops issued a 4000 word pastoral letter urging prayer and work for unity and approving merger talks with four denominations. The body also joined with churches in the Philippines Spain and Portugal and set minimum standards for Episcopalian standing. A canon change barred dual service as ministers in other denominations.
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Minow urges more radio TV newscasts and news directors
FCC Chairman Newton Minow told the Radio Television News Directors Association that too few newscasts exist and too few fulltime news directors are on air. He cited a prime time news blackout in the evening hours and urged expansion of factual, timely news as a public service.
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Agreement Closer On Bizerte Dispute Ends Violence Ebb
France and Tunisia moved toward solving the Bizerte clash as French troops pull back from surrounding areas and Tunisia agrees to keep access roads open between the base and Bizerte city. The July fighting followed Tunisian pressure over Paris delays in evacuation.
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Will Admitted In Probate From Towel Draft
In Memphis, Blanche T. Williams, 76, wrote her will on a paper towel before death last week. The document, though unusual in appearance, was admitted to probate. Williams left an estate valued at over $40,000.
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GOP Not Smiling Over Nixon Feud
SUN VALLEY Idaho AP California leaders at a regional Republican conference back Nixon in his feud with Goodwin Knight for California governor. Critics warn intraparty rift could hurt GOP gains in California as Nixon plans his candidacy. Senator Barry Goldwater supports Kuchel, while John Rousselot weighs opposing him. Former Rep Patrick Hillings defends Nixon amid early campaign prep.
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