Teenagers Help Keep City Safe From Arkansas River Flood
In Great Bend Kansas volunteers including up to 30 teenagers aided a rapid 200 yard temporary dike construction to contain the Arkansas River flood. Mayor H C Davis credited their hard work as the river threatened the city with a 14 foot crest and a perilous breach near the western end of a four mile dike. The efforts joined a statewide labor of 500 volunteers aiding dike repair and protection around Great Bend.
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Hutchinson
Wichita
Reopening Of Test Ban Talks Asked
The United States asked the Soviet Union to set a date for resuming disarmament talks aimed at a broader nuclear test ban and halting spread of weapons. Officials see little near term progress, saying U S Soviet relations are paralyzed by the Vietnam War situation.
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United States
Soviet Union
Geneva
Medicare Bill Cleared House Panel Moves to Senate Floor
The Senate Finance Committee approved a six billion dollar Medicare bill creating a broad health care program for Americans over 65 and boosting Social Security payments for about 20 million. The 15 to 1 vote sent the measure to the Senate floor for expected July passage, preserving the core framework and adding a basic Social Security financed hospitalization plan plus voluntary private physician insurance.
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Senate Finance Committee
Senate
House
Johnson
Succession Amendment Approval Is Expected
Washington AP House and Senate conferees reached agreement on a constitutional amendment to clarify presidential disability and succession. The measure would allow 21 days for Congress to decide if a disabled president can resume duties, with the vice presidency also clarified as a constitutional office.
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American Bar Association
Presbyterians vote to raise budget for 1966 at Iowa synod
In Des Moines the United Presbyterian Synod of Iowa approved a 1966 operating budget of 145000, up about 10000 from this year, with the benevolence budget totaling 335000, roughly unchanged. The agenda closed with both budgets approved along with bid concerns from the attorney general.
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United Presbyterian Synod of Iowa
Demand for Union Shop Repeal Hits Washington
In a Senate committee hearing the nation noted a demand for repealing the law allowing states to ban the union shop came from a small group of union officers and agents seeking to increase their power and privilege. The American Medical Association rejected a boycott push against federal Medicare while opposing any program that curtails doctors' judgment and skill.
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New York
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Soviet and East German Troops Near Elbe Bridge
Allied sources report Soviet and East German troops deployed on both sides of the Elbe River bridge on the Berlin superhighway. Foxholes were dug along road approaches, but traffic has not been interrupted.
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Elbe River
Mary Boland Dies in New York at Age 80
Actress Mary Boland whose stage and screen career spanned over five decades died Wednesday in a New York City hotel at age 80. A 1935 AP photograph accompanies the notice.
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Mary Boland
New York City
AP Photofex
South Viet Nam Severes Ties With France Over War Policy
South Viet Nam's military government said it has broken diplomatic relations with France accusing Paris of aiding its enemies. Foreign Minister Tran Van Do charged the De Gaulle government with direct or indirect support for Viet Cong and other foes, while Paris questioned the move. The regime stated the action is a political protest and that some 7,000 French citizens in South Viet Nam would be affected.
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Munitions Dump Struck In New Raid
Forty six American planes bombed the Ban Nuoc Chieu ammunition depot 80 miles west northwest of Hanoi with 45 tons of bombs and rockets. The raid lasted about 40 minutes with 22 buildings destroyed and seven damaged. No anti aircraft fire or enemy aircraft were reported. all pilots returned safely.
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Philadelphia Food Shortages as Teamsters Strike Enters Fourth Day
Supplies of food, gasoline and drugs dwindle in Philadelphia area as Teamsters Local 107 strike persists into day four. Contempt hearings for local leaders continue under Judge Leo Weinratt, with the union labeling the strike unauthorized. Mayor Tate calls the strike out of control and blames hoodlums for halted shipments and the need for police escorts for over 700 trucks.
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Coinage Bill Faces Key Senate Vote Tonight
The Senate opens voting on a silver-coinage bill submitted by President Johnson. It would end silver in dimes and quarters while keeping 40 percent silver in half dollars. Democratic Leader Mansfield of Montana aims for passage tonight as Pastore proposes removing silver from half dollars, with Western senators backing 40 percent content for dimes and quarters but facing slim odds.
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Montana
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Senate Banking Committee
John O. Pastore
D-R.l
Pastore
Car Rams Gas Tank Starts Fire at Creamery
A parked car rolled into a propane storage tank at the Farmers Cooperative Creamery in State Center, triggering multiple explosions and fires. Seven additional tanks were damaged, destroying the car, two creamery trucks, and a pickup. The fire department contained a small roof fire, cause under investigation.
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Farmers Cooperative Creamery
Senate Hears Plea for UN Intervention in Viet War
Senate debates peace in Vietnam with calls to involve the United Nations and seek a peaceful settlement. Senators Church and Javits urge abandoning unilateral policy, possible self determination for South Vietnam, and wide troop deployment debate if fighting resumes.
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Washington
United Nations
Viet Nam
United States
Frank Church
Idaho
Johnson
Church
Hanoi
Jacob K. Javits
Pope Warns of War Perils and Society's End
Vatican City AP Pope Paul VI warns that war risks grow with modern weapons and could end civilization. He also urges continued work on his birth control study commission. Separately, Javits proposes a peace restoration measure for South Vietnam, while a weather forecast notes mild tonight, rising clouds Friday, with showers possible and highs in the 80s.
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Paul VI
Iowa Governor hails Towans at Rotterdam reception
Governor Harold Hughes praised the Towans trade mission in Rotterdam as they tour Europe to boost Iowa exports. He called them missionaries of peace and noted U.S. officials deem the mission well organized. Hughes, visiting France Germany Switzerland and the Netherlands, also met Iowa groups at military camps and toured Rotterdam Harbor before the London leg. Miracle Equipment Co. expects a one third sales increase due to Holland contracts. The delegation aims to return June 25.
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Claude W. Ahrens
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