Ford Emphasizes Initiative As House Leader
Rep. Gerald R. Ford of Michigan takes on the House Republican leadership with a focus on initiative over reaction. He pledges to press minority solutions, use task forces, and encourage committee members to lead rather than wait for the majority. Ford endorses Eisenhower era guidelines and plans housekeeping, staff boosts, and stronger minority impact.
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Washington
Gerald R. Ford
Michigan
House
Ford
Republican Conference
Charles A. Halleck
Indiana
Negro gunman robs Shreveport bank for 11060 dollars
At 9 48 a m the Westwood branch of the Shreveport Bank and Trust Co was robbed of 11060 by a Negro man about 25, 5 foot 6 with a mustache wearing glasses a tan cap and jacket. He fled with a yellow paper sack and carried a nickel plated snub nosed revolver. Police noted the suspect matched a description linked to December food store holdups. The bank sits opposite a suburban shopping center.
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Shreveport
Westwood
Shreveport Bank and Trust Co
Quickie Divorce Mill Ends as 14 Lawyers Surrender Licenses
Alabama's quickie divorce trade loses ground as 14 accused lawyers surrender their licenses after charges by the Alabama Bar Association. Licenses were turned over to the bar and then to the State Supreme Court, with reinstatement possible after one year.
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Montgomery
Ala
Alabama
Alabama Bar Association
Bar Association
State Supreme Court
U.S. Declares Purge Disrupts War Extension in Vietnam
The U S embassy said plans to extend the war against the Viet Cong were interrupted by the Dec 20 purge of high nationals in 2F VOUNCN. Ambassador Taylor did not demand a specific formula for resolving the crisis and said the U S would let Saigon handle it. The goal remains a stable Saigon government enabling continued U S cooperation.
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Saigon
South Viet Nam
U.S
U. S
Maxwell D. Taylor
United States
Taylor
Britain boosts Malaysian force amid Indonesia threat
Fifty more paratroopers arrived from England joining 100 already in Malaysia as Britain increases its help to defend the federation. Total Commonwealth troops exceed 7,000 with Gurkha battalion ships from Hong Kong. Malaysia warns of hot pursuit if Indonesia attacks.
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Kathy Lindsay Celebrates Third Birthday In West Monroe
Kathy Lindsay daughter of Mr and Mrs Floyd Lind celebrated her third birthday Monday at 1006 Natchitoches St West Monroe. She enjoyed a party with 10 young friends and was joined by her great grandmothers and grandmothers who attended the celebration despite the earlier party held Saturday.
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West Monroe
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Paul Martin Ailing Editor Hopes Return Soon
Paul Martin executive sports editor of the News Star World is confined at home with a stomach disorder. He hopes to be back at his desk by Wednesday or Thursday. The note appears on page 3 A in CHIT CHAT.
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News- Star — World
Paul
Chuckle Engineers Predict Horn Blasts From Traffic Jam
The Chuckle Engineers estimate that the total number of auto horn blasts in a traffic jam equals the sum of the squares at the wheels, presenting a humorous scientific take on urban congestion.
Singer Fran Warren Cleared On Narcotics Charge
AP reports pop singer Fran Warren was cleared today on a narcotics charge. The bulletin also notes President Johnson's Europe trip plans and Shastri urging an international conference on South Vietnam. Rusk comments on arms to Congo and Indonesia's possible withdrawal from the United Nations.
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New York
Fran Warren
Johnson hints at temporary income tax cuts in State of the Union
President Johnson revived a cautious proposal for temporary income tax cuts as an emergency boost if recession threatens. He urged Congress to enable rapid action by lawmaking, while aides signaled a likely $1 to $2 billion excise tax cut targeting retail items like furs and cosmetics.
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State of the Union
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Johnson invites Soviet leaders to visit U S in new era
President Johnson urges Congress to pursue a Great Society while signaling openness to friendly ties with the Soviet Union. He invites Soviet leaders to visit the United States and says he would consider a trip for U.S. leaders to the Soviet Union. He stresses Americans would welcome listening to Soviet voices on television.
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McSherry Signs Agreement For LSU Football
Neville High School senior Robert McSherry signed a grant in aid football scholarship with LSU Coach Bill Bealle at his home. The 17 year old defensive standout posted 111 tackles this season, plus four interceptions and five fumbles recovered. He gained 495 rushing yards on 82 carries and scored five touchdowns. McSherry becomes LSU’s first Twin Cities signing this season.
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Neville
Louisiana State University
News-Star
LSU
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McSherry
Island Dr
H. W. McSherry
Brown
Twin Cities
Mickey Cox
Don Ellen
Ouachita Parish
West Monroe
David
Bubba Jones
Bealle
Northeast Louisiana
Democratic Leader Mans Predicts Monumental Achievements
Democratic leader Mike Mansfield of Montana is hailed by peers as setting a bold tone for upcoming policy. House figures including Rep. Carl Albert and Rep. William L. Dawson express strong optimism about President Kennedy’s agenda in education and urban housing, while Rep. Peter Frelinghuysen signals support for substantial funding.
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Mike Mansfield
Montana
Carl Albert
Oklahoma
House
William L. Dawson
D-Il
House Education and Labor Committee
Peter Frelinghuysen
New Jersey
Slowly Rising Mercury In Northeast Louisiana Weather
Slowly rising temperatures are expected to highlight weather activity in northeast Louisiana through Wednesday. It will be clear to partly cloudy with east and southeast winds five to 15 mph. Today's high 60 to 65, overnight 44 to 48. Wednesday high 64 to 68. Monroe high 57, low 35.
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Louisiana
Civil Rights Compliance Is Key To Funds
Louisiana education officials say federal funds worth about 15 million dollars could be cut off if state and local agencies do not sign civil rights compliance agreements by March 3. The rule requires the state to sign with the State Education Superintendent, the State Board, and all local boards.
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Baton Rouge
Mack Avants
William J. Dodd
State Board of Education
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Avants
Louisiana
Dodd
Johnson Plans New Civil Rights Push To Protect Negro Voting
President Johnson signaled plans to ask Congress for additional legislation to safeguard Black voting rights. He spoke in the State of the Union of expanding opportunities for Negroes through enforcing civil rights laws and removing voting barriers. Senator Russell acknowledged the possibility, though details remained undisclosed. The prior year’s comprehensive voting rights bill tightened registration standards, eliminated literacy test barriers, and required uniform procedures and disclosure of test results.
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Johnson
Congress
Richard B. Russell
D.ga
Russell
Senate
Carrier Photo Planes Snoop On Laos Border
Navy reconnaissance jets in Laos and Communist areas of South Viet Nam photograph Ho Chi Minh Trail targets as part of a major intelligence program. The RASC heavy reconnaissance jet, operating from USS Ranger, supports potential expansion of the war with aerial bombardment of supply bases and routes.
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Ho Chi Minh Trail
Laos
South Viet Nam
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