Kennedy names Gov. Williams Africa adviser
President elect John F Kennedy selected Michigan governor G Mennen Williams as assistant secretary of state for Africa. Williams, who will retire January 1, has served six terms and was chosen as Kennedy cites Africa as a major security concern amid a Communist offensive.
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Kenneth O'Donnell
Pierre Salinger
Chamber Prepares Calendar of Events for Monroe
Monroe chamber of commerce receives its first monthly calendar of local events by mail. The project aims to give members advance listings so they can plan their own events. Groups are urged to inform the chamber secretary of major programs by phone or mail.
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Soviet Space Flight Carries Two Dogs Into Orbit
Moscow reports a five ton Soviet satellite carrying two dogs and other animals launched today for research. Tass notes the dogs Pchelka and Mushka aboard, with telemetering devices tracking conditions. no return details given.
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United States
80 Killed in Traffic in State Last Month
MADISON Accidents on Wisconsin roads in November killed 80 persons and brought the toll for the first 11 months of this year to 800, the Motor Vehicle Department said today. The month's total was two more than in November last year. The January-November toll in 1959 was 753. This year's victims included 122 pedestrians, three more than 1959's 11-month count.
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Stock Prices Rally After Early Losses
New York stocks tried a modest rally this afternoon but could not erase morning losses. Trading picked up as prices stiffened with losses ranging from fractions to about a point while some shares posted gains.
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Appointed Coroner for Waushara County
Dr. A. A. Beck aged 77 of Wautoma was appointed coroner of Waushara County by Governor Nelson today. His selection follows county needs for the office and marks a key expansion of local medical oversight.
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Cancer Talk by Wisconsin ACS Leader at Junior Chamber Meeting
Dr. Robert J. Samp medicinal director of the Wisconsin Division of the American Cancer Society will speak on Facts of Life for Jaycees at 6 30 Wednesday night at Marco s restaurant. His topics include Cancer Trends for Monroe Clinic staff and Butt In or Butt Out to a high school assembly.
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Junior Chamber of Commerce
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Yale Lighting Entries Sought for Annual Contest
The Monroe Jaycees invite entries for the Christmas Lighting contest with entry forms published on Page 12 of The Monroe Evening Times. Mailed entries to P O Box 104 Monroe in care of the Monroe Jaycees must arrive by December 21. Judging occurs December 22 and winners are announced December 24 in religious and general divisions with plaques awarded. Top winners advance to a national competition.
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$100,000 More Found At Home of Kidnaper
FBI agents recovered another $100,000 of the $200,000 ransom paid for sportsman Anthony Alessio. The money was hidden in a refrigerator door panel at a Los Angeles apartment briefly occupied by Frank Marrone, 31, one of five suspects. Alessio was kidnapped in San Diego November 21 and freed unharmed after the payment.
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Herey Grand Champion Steer Sells For 16725 At Expo
Herey the grand champion steer at the International Livestock Exposition sold for 16725 based on 15 a pound and 1115 pounds. Buyer Mr and Mrs Robert Taylor of Las Vegas paid, with a wheelbarrow of silver dollars, the balance after the bid. Pollock, 15, of Mount Auburn Iowa, said the money would fund her mother’s operation pay the farm mortgage and fund college. Colleen Rae Callahan 9 of Milford Ill set a record 23 a pound for Reliable Hampshire earning 5065. she plans to bank for college.
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Reliable
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Honegger Food Co
Fairbury
GOP Chief Sees Frauds Plans Wide Vote Checks
Republican Chairman Thruston B. Morton announces a National Account and Fair Elections Committee to investigate alleged vote frauds from the November 8 election. Illinois and Texas head the list of suspicious states as Sen. Henry M. Jackson comments. Morton says President Eisenhower supports protecting ballots. The piece notes Illinois may withhold 27 electors, Kennedy leading with 300 electoral votes. Chicago boards review 486000 ballots with minor shifts.
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Richard M. Nixon
Kennedy
Chicago Board of Election Commissioners
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Drews Seeks Auxiliary Police Volunteers in Monroe
Five more Monroe men joined Civil Defense auxiliary police classes last night in the county jail meeting room. Walter Drews, city CD director, announced the next training session starts early January and at least 12 more volunteers are needed before January 1. A taped community message will mark National Civil Defense Day with the theme Peace Through Preparedness. Mayor Orville Evans will issue a proclamation on Monday.
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Orville R. Evans
Comedian Joey Bishop Accepts JFK Inaugural Ball MC Role
Joey Bishop said on Wednesday night he accepted an invitation to be master of ceremonies at the inaugural ball for President-elect John F. Kennedy. The event will occur January 20 in Washington D C with Bishop appearing as host.
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Caracas Troops Clash With Students Amid Insurrection
Venezuelan security forces move to quell a week long uprising led by leftist students at Caracas University. Rioting spreads to six cities as police raid Communist headquarters and arrest leaders, including Jesus Anda, over La Panorama bombing.
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Delavan Youth Saves Younger Brother From Creek
Terry Wilson, 14, leapt into an icy creek behind the Delavan home to rescue his six year old brother Mark who had fallen through shore ice. He swam with Mark more than 20 feet to safety while neighbor Tom York alerted others.
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State Colleges Vote To Abide by Pro Ban
Stevens Point faculty representatives of the State College Conference vote 9 to 1 to comply immediately with a rule prohibiting college athletes who have signed professional contracts from participating in inter collegiate events. All schools agree to abide by the decision.
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Liz and Eddie sue magazines for 7.25 million in libel
Elizabeth Taylor and Eddie Fisher file libel actions in State Supreme Court seeking 7.25 million against eight magazines for lurid headlines they say damaged their reputation. Defendants include Official Magazines Corp Interstate Publishing Fawcett Dell Countrywide Sterling Ideal Publishing and others. Headlines cited include Liz named father of Liza Todd and questions about Liz children.
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Eddie Fisher
State Supreme Court
Official Magazines Corp
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Interstate Publishing Corp
Movie World
Fawcett Publications
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Modern Screen
Countrywide Publications
Sterling Group, Inc
Movie Mirror
Ideal Publishing Corp
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Liz’ Child
Liza Todd
Liz
Liz-Eddie-Debbie
Rocket Fragments Fall in Cuba After Cape Canaveral Launch
The Cuban News Agency reports space rocket debris from a Cape Canaveral launch fell around Holguin in eastern Cuba causing loud explosions and alarm. A Holguin military spokesman said fragments weighed up to 40 pounds but caused no damage, striking a hillside near the city. The rocket aimed to place two satellites in orbit but malfunctioned. A U S Defense Department spokesman noted possible Cuban impact and ongoing investigation.
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Washington
Role of School Boards Outlined at Green County Meeting
Miss May M. Roach and T. A. Sorenson stressed boards' role in shaping education at the Green County School Board convention held at Green County Teachers College. Roach urged recruitment of a dedicated teaching staff. Sorenson called boards key to future education quality. John W. Zweifel welcomed attendees as veteran honorees were recognized by County Supt. Haskee.
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Ulicm
Bomb threats disrupt three San Antonio schools
Three San Antonio schools received telephone bomb threats Wednesday. Police and arson squads searched but found no bombs. Four youths were picked up for questioning and later released.
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