06 Oct 1967
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1967
Page
1
Monroe Mayor W L Howard and the City Council urged candidates to state positions on at least two city issues. They condemned using the city as a whipping boy over pollution river odors and proposed bills, salary increases, and funding questions. They warned that continued campaigning tactics could force the council to pick sides and risk involvement in local races.
A bomb damaged the home of Tougaloo College executive dean Dr. William Bush in Tougaloo Mississippi. No injuries reported. FBI agents investigated the blast described as a high order explosive. windows and doors were damaged but the bedroom remained intact.
Baton Rouge officials seek to have Gordon Novel testify before a grand jury probing racketeering influences in state government. He was promised immunity from arrest and may disclose sensational information while officials continue the lengthy probe and coordinate with Gov. McKeithen.
Twin Cities resident and New Orleans Buccaneers head coach addresses Monroe Rotary Club praising Bailey Howell, ex Miss State star now with the Boston Celtics. McCarthy credits Howell with drawing high school players to his college, aiding Mississippi State's rise in the Southeastern Conference.
Boris Dotsenko a 41 year old chief nuclear scientist from Kiev says he will not return to the Soviet Union and plans to live in Canada. He received a one year stay extension and his permanent residence application will be considered after that period.
Senator Vance Hartke said the Johnson administration is seriously weighing invasion of North Vietnam. He noted pressure on President Johnson and cited alleged leaks and a Pentagon denial as part of the process. Defense sources indicated all options, including invasion, were discussed, though Joint Chiefs of Staff did not recommend it. Senator Charles Percy pressed for more Asian help but would wait on his resolution.
Ouachita Parish United Givers Fund reports $103 750 raised, 35.5 percent of a $292 000 goal at the first campaign report meeting. Monroe Area 60 577, West Monroe Area 34 215, Sterlington 2 130, Twin Cities gifts 6 828. Fund president and workers urged intensified effort to finish by month end.
The forecast calls for clear to partly cloudy skies with little temperature change through Saturday. Highs near 84 to 90, lows around 56 to 62, and light variable winds. Yesterday’s high reached 89 at Selman Field. the low dropped to 42 with no rainfall in the last 24 hours.
GADSDEN Alabama AP Army helicopter pilot Franklin D. Beggs 27 earned the Distinguished Flying Cross Air Medal with 16 Oak Leaf Clusters Bronze Star and Purple Heart after a year in Vietnam He divorced to meet Army requirements and remarried after wings were earned He flew 850 missions and was wounded July 27 but plans rest and hopes not to return to Vietnam Beggs wife Linda and their two sons Mark and Danny greeted him at the airport
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower planned to enter Walter Reed Army Hospital for a routine checkup. Brig. Gen. Robert L. Schulz said the checkup was part of a continuing series at a time convenient to Eisenhower and the hospital.
Washington: House Ways & Means chair Wilbur Mills said Johnsons proposed tax hike is dead unless long term spending cuts are adopted. He urged basic changes to federal programs and highlighted potential over 17 billion dollars in current year savings, signaling a tougher stance on tax policy.
A U S Navy C47 aircraft collided on takeoff at Paya Lebar Airport Singapore and burned. One American died and 13 others were injured among crew, military personnel, and dependents. Four survivors were critically burned and hospitalised. embassy officials sought blood donors. Names of victims to be released after next of kin notification.
Louisiana Highway Board will let contracts at its Nov 15 meeting for Interstate 20 lighting from Nutland Road in Monroe to Well Road in West Monroe. Estimated $900000 with 90 percent federal funds. Also planned: $450000 Jonesboro Road improvements, $1 million four-laning of US 80, and 2.6 miles of road overlays in Ouachita Parish.
American warplanes blasted Haiphong destroying fuel depots and a bridge while silencing at least 20 antiaircraft positions in one of the war’s heaviest raids. MIG dogfights occurred as U S pilots reported damage to one enemy aircraft and no own losses.
Humorous quip notes a big shot is defined by having his name printed on company letterheads since no one can read his signature. The line wittily critiques corporate vanity.
The blue whale is the largest land animal ever known to inhabit Earth with specimens reaching 108 feet in length and 152.8 tons in weight. For families seeking a small pet, readers are urged to consult today’s Pets for Sale in the News-Star World Classified Ads to bring happiness to children.
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