Egyptians Oppose Pope Pilgrimage to Holy Land
Cairo reports note a government press campaign opposing Pope Paul VI's planned visit to Israel next month. Critics argue the trip amounts to de facto recognition of Israel, risk of Arab shock, and possible Israeli propaganda impact. Analysts flag potential safety concerns and political repercussions.
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John A. Dennis Dies at 78 in Oak Grove
John A. Dennis, 78, died Saturday morning in a local nursing home after a long illness. Funeral services are set for 2 p.m. today at Kidder-Cox Funeral Home chapel with Rev. N. W. Causey officiating. Interment will follow at New Forest Cemetery under Kidder-Cox direction. Surviving is nephew Millard T. Johns of Cusseta, Georgia. Pallbearers named L. C. Overby, Grady Bagwell, W. J. Scott, C. W. Philley, J. P. Barnes Sr., and Joe Phillips.
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Forecast for Monroe and region turns cooler tonight
Generally fair with a drop in temperatures. Low around 28 to 32 degrees tonight and a high of 54 to 59 degrees today. Northerly winds ease through today and tonight as the weather cools.
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Monroe
Weather and holiday preparations brighten Monroe region
The Monroe area reports mild Christmas forecast with Louisiana clearing skies and cooler north zones. Rain ends, agricultural outlook shows sun and 50s to 70s, while local community scenes include Christmas trees in offices, Troop 129 float, and Lee Junior High School rehearsals for a free December concert with about 350 students performing.
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Masonic Lodge to Hold Regular Meeting in Collinston
Masonic Meet Collinston Masonic Lodge No. 357 F&AM to hold regular meeting at 7 30 p m Tuesday with officers for the coming year to be elected. Roy Edgar master urges all members to attend. Lieutenant Colonel Frank M Thomas of Tallulah has graduated from the Air Force pilot instructor course at Randolph AFB Texas. He is a rated Air Force pilot and son of Mr and Mrs Frank S Thomas.
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Legion Post 13 Plans Christmas Event Saturday Night
Local legionnaires of L. B. Faulk American Legion Post No. 13 will host their annual Christmas celebration with all the trim mings at 5 30 p.m. on Saturday, December.
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River Flood Stages Report Across Mississippi River Network
Daily stage readings show River Stages rising at Helena Vicksburg Baton Rouge and Natchez with several sites recording falls. Stations from St Louis to New Orleans display varied changes with several crests and drops noted, including Morgan City and Shreveport areas.
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Alley raids in Birmingham net 100 arrests
More than 100 persons were arrested during gambling vice and liquor raids across Birmingham on Friday night. Officials released few details on the operations including the exact arrest count and how many were released on bond.
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Legion Event Invitation At Forsythe Park Home
The speaker announced a gathering at Forsythe Park Legion home inviting all members their auxiliaries and their wives to attend.
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Johnson outlines economy drive to cut defense payroll
President Johnson announced a plan to slash the Defense Department civilian payroll to 997,000 by July 1 1965, a drop from this year and a cut of roughly 25,000 jobs. He said military spending would fall by several hundred million and keep the total below 102 billion dollars. He spoke at an informal coffee hour and listed other policy moves including UN trip plans and renewed Viet Nam reviews. In Stockholm, St Erik's Hospital reported the first duplication of a method to photograph the inside of patients stomachs for cancer and ulcer diagnosis.
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