Shafer sworn in as Pennsylvania governor in Harrisburg
Raymond Philip Shafer was sworn in as Pennsylvania governor in a noon ceremony at the Farm Show Building Harrisburg before about 10 000 people. He pledged to lead the state toward progress and will outline his program in a joint message to the General Assembly.
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Eshkol warns Syria as border tensions flare again
Israeli premier Levi Eshkol prepared a Knesset address to urge Syria to halt border strikes and seek UN and world powers action to prevent a drift toward wider war. Foreign Minister Abba Eban pressed for Syria to end aggression before talks. In Vietnam, Viet Cong used tear gas against American infantry near Saigon as U.S. jets battled North Vietnam targets and a rail yard bombing raid.
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Marine officer cited for heroism in Hastings action
DONG HA Vietnam Marine 2nd Lt. Daniel P. McCart 23 son of Mr and Mrs Patrick J McCart 921 Mose Ave awarded the Bronze Star medal with Combat V for actions during Operation Hastings He organized a perimeter defense redistributed ammunition carried wounded and directed fire to hold off an enemy regiment Also mentions John M Walker appointment as Allegheny County commissioner.
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White Eagles Hall Fire Destroys Chewton Landmark
Chewton residents report thick black smoke as the Polish White Eagles Hall burns in a two story brick building. Firemen from thirteen departments battle gusty winds and water shortages. the inferno gutting the hall leaves only exterior walls standing.
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Weather alert for Western Pennsylvania with high winds and snow
A westerly wave warning brings strong winds and snow flurries as temperatures drop to the teens tonight and single digits by Wednesday morning. Heavy snow squalls possible north this afternoon and tonight with colder conditions Wednesday.
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Union Township secretary resigns over board disputes
Mrs Edna Rishel submitted a resignation letter to supervisors at the union township meeting citing disagreement with board decisions including the hire of a roads superintendent at 5500 a year and low secretary pay. She said 2400 was not enough given abuse. The board tabled action, and approved 40 hour week pay for overtime.
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Confucius Birthplace Ransacked By Red Guard Youths
Hong Kong reports say a group of Marxist student youths raided the Confucius birthplace in Shantung province and razed a temple honoring the sage. The incident follows Mao Tse tung’s claimed Shanghai victory as experts note pressure tactics against opponents in China.
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Death Notices for William Atkinson Jenkins Shaffer Stefanko McIntyre
Death record listing five individuals with ages and residence: William H. Atkinson 79 Volant RD 3. Mrs. Benjamin Jenkins 86 1414 Delaware Ave. William Shaffer 58 Youngstown. Edgar Stefanko 52 Brownsville Pa. Howard McIntyre 54 Youngstown.
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Youngstown
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Brownsville, Pa
Jordan unanimous choice for GOP chairman
Mayor John C. Jordan elected unopposed as Pennsylvania Republican Party chair amid praise for former leaders. The 36 year old, named by Gov. Shafer, takes over from Craig Truax who resigns to become Secretary of the Commonwealth. Jordan vows vigorous party work and debt reduction. resignation from mayoral post expected in weeks. International Falls, Minn. posted 32 below zero at dawn per US Weather Bureau data.
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New Castle Cagers Head to Ellwood City
In Section 3 action, New Castle basketball teams travel to Ellwood City for a league clash. Page references note Joan Stewart and Art Shaffer atop the Top 10 list this week.
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Constitution amendments reach House
The House was set to give preliminary approval to seven proposed amendments to the state Constitution. The measures, already passed unanimously by the Senate, include allowing a governor to succeed themselves. Endorsed by party leaders in the House, they would go to the May 16 ballot if approved.
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