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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1966

Page

4

New Spy At Control Heads CIA After Raborn Resigns

The Monroe News-Star notes Admiral William Raborn resigns as CIA head and Richard Helms, a career intel man and former UPI reporter, is named his replacement. Helms aims to freshen the agency amid past criticisms of secrecy, while Raborn’s tenure faced questions about public affairs and CIA successes and failures.

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Peru defeats Communist insurgents in Andes solo victory

A Lima dispatch reports the Peruvian army ended a year long campaign against Marxist guerrilla bands in the Andes. Despite small numbers, Peru’s forces reportedly trained in Cuba and China and Soviet assistance was cited. A diplomat called Peru the only nation to single handedly eliminate a Communist insurgency.

United States Latin America Lima Peru Andes Associated Press Cuba Red China Soviet Union U.S Castro

Simple makeshift life preservers for swimmers

An article highlights drowning risks with about 6000 expected deaths this year three fourths in public places. It cites Reader's Digest tips such as using a spare tire, a large thermos jug, air mattresses or inner tubes as improvised floats and urges caution where lifeguards are absent.

Reader’s Digest

Lengthy Recess In Midsummer For Congress

Congress plans a midsummer recess that may stretch into two or three weeks though officially ten days. Johnson supports a break if major measures pass, citing dullness and limited floor action this session. The push includes foreign aid, civil rights, anti poverty, and auto safety bills amid pressure from constituents and looming elections.

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Ask Your Congressman Is He A Wild Spender?

In a mid–season budget clash the piece argues President Johnson overspends but Congress outspends him on many items. It cites a 1967 budget estimate of 112.8 billion, added authorizations for HEW HUD and Commerce, and House-driven early pay bills and programs that boost next year’s outlay. It notes Johnson’s cost-cutting directives and several savings efforts, contrasting executive restraint with congressional spending.

Washington Congress Johnson LBJ HEW HUD Commerce House Senate House of Representatives Charles Schultze G. I Atomic Energy Commission Commerce Department Bureau of Engraving and Printing Tammany Hall

Bible Digest H B Dean Faith Promise Quote

The piece centers on a religious message from H B Dean citing Philippians 4 19 about God supplying needs through faith in Christ Jesus plus a call to believe. It emphasizes divine abundance from the Fathers treasure and salvation through Jesus.

Christ Jesus

Welfare Probe Sparks Picketing of Senator Byrd Home

Washington anti poverty workers organized a demonstration outside Senator Robert Byrd's residence. Byrd's subcommittee traced welfare abuses in DC, finding ineligible recipients and misuse of funds, prompting GAO and HEW action. Byrd notes care for children over aid to ineligible adults.

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How To Keep Well Avoiding Medicines and Driving Impairment

This column notes that medicines can affect driving, with alcohol a major risk. It explains how sedatives barbiturates and tranquilizers can impair performance, the variable effects of different drugs, and the dangers of combining alcohol with meds. Amphetamines may boost alertness briefly but harm later, while side effects vary and health and vision matter. Dr Van Dellen answers medical questions. readers can request leaflets on ringworm and corns.

van Dellen

Medical guidance on diverticulitis and charcoal use

P.G.C. notes diverticulitis often heals with rest antispasmodics antibiotics or sulfanamides and surgery only for complications like perforation. CHARCOAL W. E. confirms charcoal still used to control intestinal gas. Today’s Health Hint urges caution to avoid accidents.

W. E

Monroe News Star Staff and Publishing Details

Monroe News Star stands as a daily paper published each afternoon except weekends from Monroe Louisiana. It lists the offices on North Fourth and Olive, postal code 71203, and provides contact by telephone 322 5161. The page notes Associated Press membership and a declaration of editorial stance.

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