Death Takes Famous U S Showman Billy Rose at 66
Billy Rose master showman and impresario dies at 66 in Montego Bay Jamaica of lobar pneumonia after recuperation for vascular surgery. He built a career as producer writer columnist nightclub owner and composer noted for That Old Black Magic Me and My Shadow and had a winter home in Montego Bay. Survived by sister Polly Gottlieb and Miriam Stern New York friends referenced. funeral plans to be set in New York.
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U S Army Faces Heavy Fire Near Saigon and in Rice Terraces
U S Army troops battled heavy Communist fire near Saigon and along rice lands as Navy and Air Force strikes against North Vietnam continued. Near Cu Chi the 25th Division faced Viet Cong snipers and mortars in tunnel complexes, while helicopter gunships attacked suspected mortar pits.
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U S Viet Toll Tops Two Thousand Mark
The Defense Department reports 2 005 U S servicemen killed in Viet Nam as of Jan 1 1961 with 2 005 total deaths and 658 wounded. The weekly update shows 103 more deaths and 76 more wounded than the prior week.
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Mineral Board Accepts Bonuses on State Lands
The Louisiana Mineral Board accepted 245000 in high bonuses for lease of 12.97 acres of state lands and water bottoms. The average per acre was 189 dollars. One offer remained under study as experts reviewed it while bids on 53 468 acres were opened.
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Senate blocks 14B repeal vote in hard fought filibuster
The Senate failed to invoke cloture on the union shop bill, falling short of two thirds. President Johnson and AFL CIO faced a setback as Democratic leaders admitted the bill would remain on the calendar with no immediate action. The House had passed repeal of Taft Hartley section 14B, but Senate filibuster stalled any debate and a vote.
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State Assures West Monroe Of Quick Aid
West Monroe residents pressed for drainage fixes after Stella Mills Street area flooded. Louisiana Highway Department officials pledged cooperation with a private drainage survey and governor McKeithen expressed concern and aid. A petition of 400 names urged further inspection of the I 20 Stella Mills Street interchange drainage.
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Senate Votes GI Benefits Sent To LBJ
The Senate approved a revised GI bill creating a permanent education and benefits program for veterans with more than six months service. It passed after House amendments were accepted and sent to President Johnson for signature.
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Pro Civil Views Stir LSU Furor Over Viet Nam Forum
LSU campus controversy grows after Student Liberal Foundation backs Viet Cong, fueling debate on free speech. President Taylor and local officials condemn extremist rhetoric while veterans benefits policy advances in Congress. multiple parties urge moderation and highlight campus forum clashes.
Twin Cities CHIT CHAT on college athletes ties
An article highlights collegiate students from the Tain Cay community including Monroe Miss er and Mrs W L Howard. It notes Badleton Howard a sophomore at Arkansas school is a welder and football standout and appears in Harding Codfare with a caption. He is listed as a top rusher in ONABAS and ninth among Arkansas intercollegiate athletes.
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Move For Special Session Doubtful
Louisiana leaders doubt any move to call a special session on reapportionment will succeed. Aycock and Viol Delony say a three fourths majority is needed, with Meaher wary of extra costs near the regular session. A poll of lawmakers was proposed to gauge support.
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Bank Robbery at Whitney National Bank in New Orleans
An armed man robbed the Third Circuit branch of Whitney National Bank at 3301 Dauphine Street in New Orleans. He escaped on foot with about 4500 dollars in a paper bag, according to witnesses who spoke to police.
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Flooding Hits Selman Field School Areas After Rain
W A Ellis notes the building and the bus barn for the Ouachita Parish School Board at Selman Field were flooded by heavy rains on Wednesday night. Staff photo by John L Fogleman accompanies the report.
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House Committee Okays Tax Bill
The House Ways and Means Committee approved a tax bill with minor changes. It includes a $48 billion revenue goal, taxes on individuals, higher auto and telephone taxes for two years, and a plan to implement new rates by March 14.
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Red Tanks Seen Heading South on Ho Chi Minh Trail
Laos defense ministry spokesman said reports of camouflaged tanks moving south along the Ho Chi Minh trail were not confirmed. He noted tanks were camouflaged and heading south but cautioned authorities in Saigon doubted they were destined for South Vietnam as fuel and other difficulties could hinder any Viet Cong use.
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Flooded North Louisiana Braces for New Weather Front
Heavy rains exceeding eight inches flood parts of North Louisiana including Monroe and West Monroe while tornadoes touch eastern and western areas. Water rises in the Twin Cities and other towns with streets under as much as four feet. Ruston reports 8.6 inches, Leesville 11 inches. forecast calls for changing temperatures and possible showers as a new front nears late Friday night or Saturday.
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Beauties To Show GI Appreciation At Florida Campus
Four UF campus belles will be dates for four Viet Nam officers during Operation Appreciation weekend. Students and faculty back the effort as officers from Viet Nam return to Fort Bragg and visit Gainesville fraternities and sororities. The plan aims to boost morale and support for troops overseas amid heavy rains and storms across the Gulf region.
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