Teacher Pay Hike Pledged By Kennedy
Kennedy promises next year’s Democratic ticket will back a bill to raise teacher salaries and push school construction. He spoke at a breakfast in San Diego before plans to visit San Jose and San Francisco, outlining education goals and campaign themes amid a high profile national tour.
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Cuban President Hints Base Pact Can Be Canceled
In Havana President Osvaldo Dorticos challenged Eisenhowers claim on Guantanamo urging that the base pact can be abrogated by Cubans without U S consent. Dorticos accuses Washington of planning a provocation to justify action and says Cuban people alone can decide the territorys fate.
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Britain Acts To Prevent Bomb Outcry
London reports the government launches a public relations drive to avert protests against basing U S nuclear missile submarines in Scotland. Holy Loch near Glasgow will host a Polaris base with 1,500 U S sailors and a submarine tender. Prime Minister Macmillan defended the move amid opposition warnings of retaliation from Moscow.
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Get Donations in Petty Urges Drive Workers
An air of optimism marked this morning's drive meeting with Fred Petty urging United Givers volunteers to get donations in. About 80 men, in teams of two, will follow up with prospects not yet contributing, calling on them as special delivery letters arrive. Charles Brown noted the cross section of volunteers from many professions, signaling broad community support.
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Davis backs 16 proposed constitutional amendments
Gov. Jimmie H. Davis informed Louisiana lawmakers that he favors passage of 16 additional amendments, including Nos. 1 through 13, 19, 40, and 43, while urging strong support for No. 27 on the Orleans Parish Juvenile Court due to a drafting error that would reduce judges and hamper court operations. Rep. Mike John Jr. of Monroe received the notification.
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West Monroe Christmas Plans Set For Parade and Decor Orders
At a meeting today at 2 30 p m the West Monroe Chamber of Commerce Christmas committee will place its order for new Yuletide decorations. Further plans will be made for the Christmas parade set for Dec 2 at 3 p m in downtown West Monroe.
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Detective Dortch Graduates From FBI Academy in D.C.
Detective Sat. Charles E. F. Dortch of the West Monroe Police Department finishes training today at the FBI National Academy in Washington. W. W. Bromwell, special agent in charge of the New Orleans FBI office, says citizens of the area can be justifiably proud of him.
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Voelker Urges State To Defy Integration Order
Louisiana Sovereignty Commission head Frank Voelker urged defiance of a federal court order mandating racial integration in New Orleans schools. He suggested Gov. Jimmie Davis might close all public schools to avoid admitting five Negro first graders. Voelker pushed an emergency session to invoke inter position, warning surrender is unthinkable and lamenting ongoing loss of sovereign powers to the Supreme Court.
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Murder suspect Jones surrenders at Texas ranch
Curtis Lee Jones, 38, Arkansas ex convict and accused kidnapper, gave up after his stolen horse stumbled near Callahan ranch, 20 miles north of Laredo. A highway patrolman shot over his head prompted surrender. Manhunt spanned six days, linked to kidnappings in Fort Worth and San Antonio, ending with capture near the Mexican border.
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Lawmakers Outside Monroe Support Amendment 32
Northeast Louisiana lawmakers back Amendment No. 32 to exempt farm implements from ad valorem taxes. Paul Ransom of Ouachita Parish cites broad support in Baton Rouge and Monroe legislators Sen. Jamar Adcock Rep. Lawrence Gibbs and Rep. Mike John Jr. urge voting yes next Tuesday. Endorsements from Monroe Chamber of Commerce and Louisiana Wildlife Federation cited as reasons to pass, warning tax assessors would burden farmers otherwise.
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Agency Named To Study Rail Rules
Washington AP Eisenhower creates a 15 member commission to study railroad work rules and practices. Five represent management, five are chosen by unions, and five including the chairman are named by the president. Study begins about January 1 with final report by December 1, 1961. Labor cites featherbedding and cost claims. unions argue workforce cuts endanger safety.
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80 Degree High to Drop in Monroe Area Thursday
Slightly cooler weather is in the offing for the Monroe West Monroe area Thursday. Clear to partly cloudy skies forecast through Thursday with a Wednesday high near 80 and a low tonight around 44. Tuesday high was 75, then dropped to 37 last night. no rain recorded locally.
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Ex Con Admits Bilking Company In $335000 Theft
Joseph S. Martin a 34 year old bookkeeper at Victory Electric Co in New Orleans confessed to embezzling 335000 by paying false checks to nonemployees. A twice convicted thief with assets including a home two new cars furniture and a 32 foot yacht he confessed after arrest. Police probe considers forgery charges alongside embezzlement.
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Jury rules Lady Chatterley’s Lover not obscene in Britain
A nine man and three woman jury ruled the uncensored version of D. H. Lawrence's Lady Chatterley's Lover is not obscene, clearing the path for its publication in Britain according to AP dispatch from London.
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Macmillan Criticized Over Polaris Fire Threat Statement
Washington officials rebut Prime Minister Harold Macmillan saying U S Polaris submarines based in UK waters would never fire missiles without London approval. They argued the policy could allow missile use abroad under crisis.
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Rumors Swirl Over Princess Margaret Snub at Open Parliament
London AP reports rumors that Princess Margaret boycotted the state opening of Parliament over no seat for her husband Antony Armstrong-Jones. Clarence House said she had no public engagement, while the queen mother also did not attend.
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Elizabeth Taylor Under Examination for Malta Fever
London reports Elizabeth Taylor is under examination for a suspected Malta fever. A doctor cited by the Daily Mail says Malta fever is the likely source, though further tests are needed for a final diagnosis. The actress and Eddie Fisher recently vacationed in Rome and the Greek islands.
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Chuckle on election parties in the Southimale
A lighthearted quip notes a strong two party system in the Southimale with a wink at female Democrats. The line plays on political labels and gender in a playful tone, reflecting local newspaper humor.
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Louisiana officials push to keep schools path open and segregated
Baton Rouge officials involved in planning secret bills for the special legislative session said every effort will be made to keep Louisiana schools path open and segregated, signaling a stance on school integration amid the push.
Weiss Resigns as Yankees General Manager
George M. Weiss, longtime executive credited with shaping the modern New York Yankees, resigns from his post as general manager, ending a key era for the team.
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Law Faculty Member Comments on School Integration
Donald Wollett of Louisiana State University law faculty argues interposition does not change the state’s choice to exit the public school business or run schools under integration. He contends interposition cannot alter federal obligations and urges focusing on constitutional duties.
Protestants Back French Students in Algeria Peace Drive
The Protestant Federation of France supports a labor student peace push for Algeria, urging a truce. President Marc Boegner seeks a meeting with Paris archbishop Maurice Cardinal Peltin to propose a joint appeal to President Charles de Gaulle and Algerian rebel leaders. The move follows Catholic leaders’ concerns over the war and calls to curb violence.
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Mines encircle Guantanamo base under Castro threat
The U S Navy lays mines along a 24 mile perimeter around Guantanamo Naval Base Cuba to deter a possible attack by Fidel Castro. Officials stress the measures are defensive and not aggressive and plans to bring servicemen families to the base proceed under treaty expectations.
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Consultant Hired By West Monroe Mayor Announces
West Monroe mayor A J Norris announced the hiring of Paul Moore as a consultant for the Planning Commission and street department. Moore, a former architect and engineer, will advise on building specifications and regulations, with an office in Old City Hall and a pay rate of 400 dollars per month.
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Young Japanese Assassin Takes Own Life in Tokyo
In Tokyo, 17 year old Otoya Yamaguchi, who assassinated Socialist leader Inejiro Asanuma, hanged himself Wednesday night while facing murder charges that could yield a life sentence. Prosecutors had recommended Criminal Court, but the case was sent to Family Court as required for prisoners under 18.
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Morning Menace Wake-Up for News Star World Want Ads
Classified notice promotes the News Star World Want Ads as a superior way to wake up to money making opportunities. It advertises rooms for rent and selling unwanted items with furnished options and low weekly rates, listing contact details.
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