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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1961
Page
1
In Washington a federal judge ruled that ex bootlegger William Big Bill Lias is a native born West Virginian, blocking a government bid to deport him and stating that an appeal remains possible.
President Kennedy ordered an FBI inquiry to identify sources of published reports on U.S. plans for the Berlin crisis. White House officials say the probe targets disclosures of secret Pentagon information tied to joint chiefs' contingency plans.
New York United States Kennedy administration mediator David Cole reported very good progress in negotiations with the NMU and other striking maritime unions as the 15 day nationwide walkout continued. A shipowners’ representative questioned the optimism and warned an agreement likely only after other unions’ concerns are resolved.
The Fourth of July holiday rush begins as millions hit the roads across all states. Weather forecasts predict fair skies and heavy traffic as 70 million vehicles travel to vacation spots, while safety officials warn of up to 450 lives lost during the 102 hour period starting today.
A 32 year old woman matching the killer description was detained in Amherst in an intoxicated state and taken to Buffalo police headquarters for questioning in the kidnapping and slaying of 3 year old Andy Ashley. Authorities note relatives in North Buffalo and a greenskeeper described the murderer as average looking.
The 1962 fiscal year opens with Kennedy responsible for most spending while Eisenhower legacies loom. Deficit projections run around 2 to 3.7 billion with tax hopes for balance. Eisenhower emphasized debt reduction and balanced budgets amid differing paths for growth. Clarifying opinions emerge as the new budget era starts.
Lawrence County Republicans weigh how Democrats handle recent macing charges before pressing the issue at the November election. Chairman Gilbert E. Long doubts the state will prosecute as it did years ago, urging early GOP organization and unified campaigning.
About 200 Hillsville Michigan Limestone employees and top management accepted a National Safety Council Merit Award for 1.3 million man hours without a disabling injury over four years. The plant also reached 1500 consecutive days without a loss time accident and honored staff with 25 to 50 year service awards.
Washington leaders announce an unofficial ten day Fourth of July break for Congress with limited business. The House adjourns until Monday with no sessions planned and will then resume routine work before another long weekend. Senate plans mirror a similar extended pause.
Sunny and warm today with scattered thundershowers in the late afternoon and evening. Highs reach 85 to 92, lows 64 to 70. Saturday remains mostly sunny and warm with lake Erie in view. Small craft warnings issued east of Cleveland with variable winds 15 to 26 knots. Tonight winds shift from south to north northeast 15 to 22 knots. Afternoon thundershowers confined mainly to the east. 24 hour statistics show a high of 89, low of 63, and 1.63 inches of rain. River stage around 5.7 feet. A year ago the day had a low of 59, light rain, river at 5.3 feet.
President Kennedy signed a liberalized Social Security bill providing greater benefits for 3.7 million Americans in September and higher payroll deductions from January next year. The law allows men to retire at 62 with permanent benefit reductions and raises Social Security taxes by up to six dollars a year for workers and employers, with self-employed paying up to nine dollars more.
Congo celebrates one year of independence in Leopoldville with a grand parade and fireworks while tensions linger. President Kasavubu and diplomats attend as Moise Tshombe and Gizenga signal possible unity talks though violence and displacement persist from the post colonial period.
Britains naval forces head to the Persian Gulf to safeguard Kuwait after Iraq claimed the sheikdom. The aircraft carrier Bulwark with 600 Royal Marines, Victorious, frigates, and units to Bahrein bolster independence amid regional tensions. Support pours in from UAR Sudan Jordan and Saudi Arabia while Saudi Arabia warns it will back Kuwait against Iraq.
A powerful storm swept through the New Castle area causing minor damage and scattered outages. A bolt struck a Shenango Elementary School cabinet fire, a WKST radio tower was knocked out briefly, and a bank burglar alarm tripped. No major power lines failed and crops suffered minimal losses according to local officials.
City council caucus rejects a Union Sewer and Disposal Authority arbitration plan. Solicitor Jamison argues against proportionate share clauses in the contract, citing bond counsel warnings that such terms could derail township funding for sewer improvements. Council asks Solicitor Marjorie Young to draft a new pact draft.
Democratic leaders in the Pennsylvania House pulled a measure to raise state police troopers from 1900 to 2000 this year and 2100 next year for budget review. A second proposal to create an Office of Atomic Development also was sent back to Appropriations after Senate clearance.
The narrator plans a big shopping list for an upcoming gathering with a group described as a gang. They intend to triple meat, increase eggs to four dozen, and buy tomatoes and pickles, noting eighty seven degrees today as a nearby detail. The house is tidy but preparations must speed up before tomorrow’s expected arrival.
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