US Berlin Troops Receive M-14 Rifles
Berlin forces are issued M-14 rifles as part of defense upgrades. The transfer, reported by Tass, notes ahead of potential patrols and training in the area.
03 Sep 1961
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Newspaper
Monroe Morning World
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1961
Page
1
Berlin forces are issued M-14 rifles as part of defense upgrades. The transfer, reported by Tass, notes ahead of potential patrols and training in the area.
Belgrade reports warn of dangers from conflict as nonaligned nations face regional strain. The advisory highlights risks to stability and economies amid shifting alliances and ongoing tensions.
Marys Flower Shop presents reproduced arrangements as a fall showcase. The display features seasonal blooms, vintage styling, and recreated classic bouquets to celebrate autumn colors and traditional floral designs.
State officials emphasize strategic evacuation of three key target areas as essential to civil defense. Friction over cost and Soviet threats shapes policy as Shreveport and New Orleans brace for potential fallout while authorities push local readiness and resource allocation.
Donations pour in from Baton Rouge Lake Charles and New Orleans as the Gloria Bunch Fund enters its second week. Contributions support medical bills and a home for Gloria with donors spanning many towns and individuals.
Coed preys Sage Orne aboard. Probes af men wo. November segments show squadrons of a nation with a military base. The text references a shipment and a public duty context with unclear specifics.
Five candidates vie for Morehouse Pars seat over two years. Resident Bealdy Jstice and others are involved in the local race. The report notes candidates MGins and Puternationga among many names in a crowded field.
Officials outline safety measures for the new school opening in West Monroe and Monroe. Police urged drivers to slow for crossings, and parents to pick up children on the same side they exit. School guards and uniformed officers will direct traffic at major crossings to prevent accidents.
Monroe police recovered a stolen car and booked a suspect for shoplifting. Dorothy Willis, 30, of 1206 Thirteenth St., Monroe, is jailed on the shoplifting charge after allegedly taking $2.64 worth of merchandise from United Dollar Store, 100 Catalpa St. In a separate case, a car stolen from Jack Cannon, 118 Powell Ave., Monroe, was found in the 200 block of Eleventh St. after 1:30 p.m. yesterday.
A man sought by Monroe authorities on two counts of theft by check was arrested in Memphis Tennessee this week. Thomas M Dyess, no permanent address given, was held on a 500 dollar bond with extradition papers to return him to Monroe pending charges.
About 5,100 spectators braved rain to see the Northeast Louisiana Shrine Club rodeo in West Monroe. Freddie Ford of West Monroe scored 170 on Brahman bulls, while Dilton Emerson led Friday’s performance with 170.
Monroe police probe after a break in at Cloverleaf Dairy 1801 Louisville Ave. Friday night. A fireproof safe was pried open and $669.46 in bills and silver were stolen. Entry was gained through a screen door and window to the office where the safe was kept. The break in was found at 4:30 am and leads are being followed.
Senate on passage of migratory bird conservation bill 64 to 8 with For Blender Lenz Stennis. Not voting Fastland. On amendment adopted 70 to 19 to extend Civil Rights Commission to Sept 9 1963. Eastland Stennis Ellender Long opposed. On passage of foreign aid compromise 69 to 24 against Eastland Ellender Long Stennis. House on attorney general salary bill rejected 172 to 223 with For Smith Boggs Hebert Morrison Thomsom Willis. against Abernethy Colmer Whitten Williams Windstead Passman. not voting Brooks McSween. On motion defeated 170 to 242 to kill education aid compromise. Against motion Abernethy Colmer Smith Whitten Williams Windstead Boggs Hebert Morrison Passman Thompson Willis. Not voting Brooks McSween. On passage compromise loans 260 to 132 with For Boggs Hebert Morrison Smith. Against Abernethy Colmer Whitten Winstead Passman Willis. Not voting Williams Brooks McSween Thom p son.
A bolt struck a group at a bathing beach killing two people. Victims identified as Jack Holt, 38, of Bristol Connecticut, and 5 year old James Benevenuto, also of Bristol, Connecticut. Rhode Island State Police released details of the fatalities.
The explosion damaged Holleman’s four seater Cessna 182 worth 17000 dollars at Woenegins Airport, with the blast center behind the cockpit. Investigators from the state fire marshal and New Orleans police examined the crime scene as Holleman and Dedeaux investigate gambling in Harrison and surrounding counties.
The FAIR program opens over 300000 acres in the Lake Charles area for public recreation in a move led by BAER chairman Barham and four landowners including Fo VO Be and Crosby Chemical Co. The policy allows limited recreational use while reserving control to landowners, with camping and building restricted unless explicitly permitted. Sponsored by the Louisiana Woolfe Federation and supported by Ouachita and Caldwell Wildlife Units.
Police report notes removal of segregation signs at the Greyhound terminal waiting area after a Justice Department action. Sargent Pitcher warned Greyhound officials of arrest threats if racially separated facilities remained, amid a state law dispute. White succeeds Shirley S Arrighi as police chief following naming errors in a related suit.
Moscow delivered new notes to the United States Britain and France warning that Western hands must stay off air corridors into West Berlin or face serious consequences. Informants said the Soviets again charged West German spies were being flown into West Berlin to aid East German Communist activity.
A court hears that a man and another suspect confessed to killing four people for a small payment of sixteen dollars. The report notes prior intimate connections with Meyers and the victims, and details the sequence from the murder to the investigation.
A V Smith Sr dies with services pending. Funeral arrangements listed include Monroe SUDVGVOP and references to James McSeors, Jay S Smith, and Alex Vosmith. The obituary mentions relatives Mrs Arthur Hastings of Seattle and Mrs J Bollard of Birtheville along with ten grandchildren.
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