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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1964
Page
1
The House approved President Johnson's $3.5 billion foreign aid bill virtually intact by a 230 to 175 vote. The bill sets a spending ceiling without actual appropriation and moves to the Senate, with further aid appropriations to come later in a separate measure.
Harrisburg residents hear a House resolution urging Gov Scranton to start a Pennsylvania milk industry inquiry. A study group of three milk dealers three farmers and three consumers would review the 13 county Pittsburgh milk marketing area. The chamber also backed studies to upgrade 14 state colleges focusing on autonomy new campuses and library/faculty development.
Communists captured the Muong Kheung government outpost in Laos sending about 1500 neutralist troops into nearby hills. U.S. Ambassador Unger and Laotian officials weighed continuing American reconnaissance flights over Pathet Lao positions on the Plaine des Jarres.
Lake Erie small craft warnings in effect until 8 a.m. EDT Thursday with northeasterly winds 12 to 18 knots today and variable winds 5 to 10 knots tonight. Western Pennsylvania sees sunny, cooler conditions today with highs 65 to 71 north and 70 to 76 south, fair and cool tonight. Friday looks mainly sunny and warmer.
In Smith's Ferry, Pennsylvania, Mary Zlatovich, 24, is charged with killing four children aged two to five. A fifth infant was found in her arms after an all night quarrel with husband Mitchell Zlatovich, who later cooperated with police.
U.S. Undersecretary George W. Ball met Greek Premier Ismet Inonu in Ankara amid efforts to avert war between Greece and Turkey over Cyprus. Inonu and Papandreou discussed possible high level talks with or without U.S. involvement. Makarios in Nicosia alleged Turkey massed forces ready for immediate invasion.
Senate advances civil rights bill amid hundreds of proposed amendments. Whip Humphrey predicted 10 or 12 votes on a day of high drama as a 71 to 29 cloture vote halted demonstrations against the measure. President Johnson hailed the victory while final passage remained to come in both chambers.
At the Governors Conference in Cleveland, most Republican governors show little enthusiasm for the 1964 campaign and resist supporting Barry Goldwater. They face pressure after Eisenhower signaled acceptance of a Goldwater nomination, while Nixon signals a potential alternative.
In Cologne an elementary school was attacked by Walter Seifert using a home made flamethrower and spear. He killed two teachers Ursula Kuhr and Gertrud Bolernath and injured others. At least 30 children were burned. Seifert, 42, claimed tuberculosis and warned of revenge.
Larry DeBlasio was elected to the New Castle area school board by a 6 to 4 vote to replace the resigned director Jack A. Camerot. Dorothy Rosenthal resigned effective immediately after criticizing recent board policies and pay-raise cuts for administrators.
A $30,000 federal grant will fund New Castle Area School District to expand a reading experiments program in elementary schools. Superintendent Dr. John E. Mathews announced at a school board meeting that the funds will broaden instruction to four methods taught by 20 teachers, adding ITA and Words in Action phonics to the Scott Foresman and J. B. Lippincott methods. The focus remains on first graders with six teachers previously involved.
Richard N. McKee defeated Sheriff Frank L. Coen by six votes to lead the Lawrence County Republican Committee for two years. McKee polled 100 to 94 for Coen. third candidate Joseph W. Pearson received four votes. Four committeemen were absent and one proxy vote invalid. Coen offered support as campaigns ended and McKee vowed unity for November victory.
Wilbert E. Spangler, county director of surplus foods, is dismissed by county commissioners at Chairman George F. Bolinger's urging after Spangler supported Richard N. McKee for GOP chairman. McKee won the party post amid a slate that included Coen and Sewall in key races. retiring Chairman Gilbert Long thanked supporters and said he would rest.
Death notices list four individuals: Eva Bruce 75 of 930 Center Road, Nettie Thomas 80 of New Wilmington, Richard T. Ramsey 79 of 713 Cumberland Avenue, and Julia I. McDevitt of 609 Croton Avenue. They are recorded as of June 11, 1964.
Phillies defeat the Pirates 41 to secure the win with Chris Short delivering strong pitching. Todd Alexander signs with the St Louis Cardinals. Ladies Champ of Champ Tourney won by the home team. YWCA offers five periods of fun at Camp East Brook. E W Reiber elected president of auto dealer group.
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