17 Sep 1961
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Newspaper
Monroe Morning World
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1961
Page
1
The article reports the death of Louisiana congressman Brooks following an attack. It notes his long public service including efforts to reopen Fort Polk, and mentions his career highlights and family.
Waynon Whetstone vice president notes a new arena and updated club uniform with a gold shirt bearing the patch on the back plus a black western tie and pants. West Monroe adopts a dog ordinance requiring owners to supervise pets. vicious dogs must wear a “Bad Dog” badge to be posted on stools at police HQ by January 1, 1989.
The article notes farmer Monravan composing a new school days song titled The Hap pest Days of My Life. San Antonio’s Joe Mars speaks on the piece and its success with mentions of Marx, Miss Sam Rubino, and Mrs. George Spiro of Monroe.
Typhoon Nancy slams Japan causing at least two deaths in Osaka and hundreds injured. Over 300000 evacuated as floods and wind damage disrupted power and streets across Honshu and Kyushu, with ships adrift and bridges washed away. Weather officials note it as the fastest moving storm on record.
A February UN statement emphasizes Congo peace must come from Congolese people without outside interference. Washington supports UN Congo operations but warns against imposed unity, aiming to halt civil war sparked by Katanga separatism.
A fragmented transcript discusses opposition to federal dominance, praising local initiative and balance. It references former Republicans, economic policy, and concerns over federal money, taxes, and social programs. The piece critiques labeling political ideologies and urges unity without division.
At Kamina airfield west of Elisabethville a 155 Trish contingent fended off Katangese assaults. Heavy losses feared among Trish with fighting centering near Kamina and Lufira River defenses. Irish and Indian troops retreated from Jadotville as Katanga shelling and machine-gun fire pinned reliefs. Swedish pilots refused abnormal supplies citing danger while a Swedish UN officer urged silence.
The House honored late Rep Overton Brooks with a resolution and funeral delegation. Members praised his service to space defense and constituent work, noting his dedication and long hours in Congress. The delegation to attend the funeral includes Rep George Miller and Rep Edgar Chenoweth along with Louisiana colleagues.
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