Army Rebel Seizes African Republic Mill Worker Killed
A 50-year-old West Monroe man, K B Hines, was killed at Olin Mathieson Chemical Paper Mill when his arm was caught between two rolls during cleaning. Foreman John Hoston Cheeks witnessed the accident and was shocked. Hines died instantly from a skull fracture and chest crush injuries. coroner Dr John P Burton noted an investigation was planned. Body sent to Peters Funeral Home.
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West Monroe
Olin Mathieson Chemical Corporation
Olin
K. B
Buddy) Hines
Route 2
Hines
John Houston Cheeks
Route 1
John P. Burton
Ouachita Parish
Cheeks
Peters Funeral Home
Witness Tells Of Being Prodded Into Baker Deal
John L. Atwood of North American Aviation testified before the Senate Rules Committee that he was urged to let Serv-U, a vending firm linked to Bobby Baker, bid on serving his company's defense plants. Fred Black Jr. pressed the idea, but did not disclose his own stake. A subpoena seeks Baker’s records. Baker resigned last Oct. 7 amid probe into outside business conflicts.
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Washington
John L. Atwood
North American Aviation Corp
Serv-A Corp
Bobby Baker
Atwood
Senate Rules Committee
Fred Black Jr
North American
Serv-U
Baker
Senate
Defense
Baker and Black
Black
Goddard Proved Rocket Feasibility at Auburn 1926
According to the World Almanac, Dr. Robert H. Goddard demonstrated the practicality of rockets on March 16, 1926, at Auburn Massachusetts and became the first person to launch a liquid fueled rocket.
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Robert H. Goddard
Auburn
Mass
Pets Are Selling Advert Across Times
An advertiser claims pets are selling quickly with some listings moving in as little as two hours, highlighting high demand and rapid turnover for available animals.
Johnson pledges no deals on civil rights rights bill
President Johnson is described as fully committed to the House passed civil rights bill with no wheels and no deals. Senate leaders Humphrey and Mansfield discussed strategy, noting Republicans may back the measure and that debate could last weeks to months.
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Washington
UPI
Johnson
Senate
Humphrey
Pretty Happy Costello Wins Deportation Ruling
New York AP Frank Costello a longtime racketeer says he is "pretty happy" about the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that he is not a deportable alien. At 73 he calls himself American and thanks the court for stopping moves to send him to Italy. He notes he is through with legal battles and retirement from the underworld may be implied.
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NEW York (Ap
Frank Costello
New York
U.S. Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Italy
Costello
Central Park West
Underworld
Edward Bennett Williams
Washington
Big Mitans
Masters Degree to be conferred at Masonic Temple
A Master’s Degree will be conferred at 7 30 p m Wednesday in the Masonic Temple at North 4th and DeSiard Streets in Monroe by the Graham Surginor Lodge F and M All Master Masons are invited to attend.
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Masonic Temple
North 4Th and
DeSiard Streets
Monroe
Graham Surginor Lodge
F&m
The Rev Fr Albert Myers 8 J of Cleveland
The Rev Fr Albert Myers 8 J of Cleveland is noted in a brief item referencing CHIT CHAT page 2 A.
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Albert Myers
Cleveland
Republicans Jubilant Over Court Ruling
Washington Republicans say Supreme Court ruling on fair representation in House seats could boost their numbers. GOP researchers cite faster suburban growth and Republican strength in Southern cities like Dallas as factors. Democrats counter that the ruling benefits the majority party, while noting rural areas in the North may shift the balance.
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Washington
Republican High Command
House of Representatives
Supreme Court
House
GOP
William B. Prendergast
Republican National Committee
South
Dallas
John M. Bailey
Democratic National Committee
Democratic Party
Sam Brightman
William F. Miller
Georgia
Chuckle on money keeping you in touch with children
The quip notes money isn’t everything but helps stay connected with kids. It uses a light humorous tone to stress financial means aid in maintaining family bonds. The line reflects a playful take on modern priorities and parenting.
Ex Deputy Registrar To Testify In Court
Mae Lucky Ouachita Parish registrar testified about removals from the voting rolls in 1956 and 1957. Deputy registrar Mae Morin is expected to provide exact removal figures and motives. Changes to parish precinct lines since 1953 were noted, with specifics to be continued on trial page 2.
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Mae Lucky
Ouachita Parish
Ben C. Dawkins Jr
U. S. Court
Western District of Louisiana
Mae Morin
Morin
Lucky
Citizens Council of
Prominent Local Woman Succumbs in New Orleans
Enola Lee Rogers 63, Monroe civic leader and clubwoman, died unexpectedly in a New Orleans hospital. Funeral 3 p.m. Wednesday at Hixson Funeral Home Alexandria with Rev. James Harbuck officiating. Burial Greenwood Cemetery. Survivors include husband S. J. Rogers, brother Hickman Lee of California, sister Ethel Lee Jarrell of Alexandria, and several nieces and nephews.
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Enola Lee Rogers
Monroe
New Orleans
S. J. Rogers
Hixson Funeral Home
Alexandria
James Harbuck
First Methodist Church of
Greenwood Cemetery
Rogers
S. R. Lee
Legislature Could Alter Louisiana Congressional Boundaries
Baton Rouge AP says Attorney General Jack Gremillion states the legislature may act to adjust Louisiana eight congressional districts to equalize representation by population. If lawmakers fail, a federal suit could pursue boundary changes. Rep Jules Moliere and J D DeBlieux weigh in on timing before July primaries.
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Baton Rouge
Aftty
Jack Gremillion
Louisiana
Gremillion
U. S. Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Jules Moliere
Jefferson Parish
J. D. DeBlieux
Senate
Moelere
DeBlieux
Fifth District Voter Totals Rise to 102 514 in March Election
District voters increase as the Fifth District reports 102 514 registered for the March 3 general election. Democrats hold the majority while Republicans reach a modern high of 739 in the district, with Ouachita Parish showing 529 Republicans amid seven GOP candidates for the Police Jury. Democratic nominee John J. McKeithen faces Chariton H. Lyons Sr. in the gubernatorial race. T. S. Williams runs as a States Rights candidate. Parish totals include LaSalle and Winn, with 117 476 registered statewide and 8 541 Black voters. Registration books close then reopen after the election.
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Board of Registration
Ouachita Parish
John J. McKeithen
Chariton H. Lyons Sr
T. S. Williams
LaSalle
Winn
Louisiana
Caldwell
Mansfield predicts months of debate on civil rights bill
Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield said he expects months of debate in the Senate on the civil rights bill, signaling protracted consideration ahead.
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Washington
Senate
Mike Mansfield
Jury selection in Brent rape murder trial underway
Baton Rouge UPI reports opposing attorneys aimed to finish selecting a jury today for the trial of Leon Brent, a Black man accused of raping and attempting to murder a white secretary on July 5.
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Baton Rouge
UPI
Leon Brent
Ciudad de Guayaquil Heads Toward New Orleans Under Power
New Orleans reports the crippled freighter Ciudad de Guayaquil remains briefly under its own power and moving toward New Orleans, with crews monitoring the vessel’s condition and route.
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New Orleans
Ciudad de Guayaquil
Vinson Says Missiles Will Function If Needed
Chairman Carl Vinson of the House Armed Services Committee told key members the committee is wholly persuaded the United States missiles will perform properly when required, signaling a confident stance amid criticisms linked to Barry Goldwater.
Secretary McNamara Eyes Broad U.S. Withdrawals
Secretary of Defense Robert A. McNamara says he still hopes to withdraw most American troops from South Vietnam. He cautions that pace depends on enemy actions and peace talks, while stressing continuing support for South Vietnamese forces and allied partners.
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Washington
Robert A. McNamara
South
Fair Weather Is Due Here
Local forecast signals fair weather moving into the area with light winds and dry conditions expected through the day. No precipitation is anticipated as the region basks in mild temperatures and bright skies.
Poor Spot Bites Postmen Spurs City Dog Saga
A chaotic dog named Spot causes a sequence of bites and reactions as a postman endures Spot’s antics. The scene shifts between humor and frustration with Spot crying and the postman laughing, highlighting neighborhood tension and a playful yet tense dynamic.
Coup Topples Gabon Leader In Midnight Change
AP report from Brazzaville says military rebels overthrew President Leon M Ba in a midnight coup and formed a revolutionary council. No bloodshed mentioned. Gabon’s population around 440000 and Dr Albert Schweitzer runs a jungle hospital at Lambarene.
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Brazzaville
Congo Republic
Gabon
Leon M’ba
West African Republic
Libreville
Albert Schweitzer
Schweitzer
Lambarene
Atlantic
Reading Crisis Blamed On Poor School Programs
Atlantic City AP reports Morton Botel says 10 to 15 million U S schoolchildren are severely retarded in reading. He faults non graded reading and weak library programs, urging reforms to let children advance at their own pace and access strong libraries. He notes 20 to 30 percent are hesitant readers who hate school.
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Atlantic City
N.J
Morton Botel
Botel
American Association of School Administrators
Suchs County
Levittown
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Portsmouth
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Rosemary Allen
Joe B. Brown
Jack Ruby
F. M. Buckalew
Sheriff’s Office
Ruby
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Spot
M’ba
J. H. Aubame
Radio Gabon
Daniel Odene
M'Ba
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Kenya
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