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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1961
Page
2
A digest of week events notes Khrushchev pushing peace coexistence and a summit to show Soviet initiative while warning of war in capitalist systems. It also mentions Eisenhower's view on early elections and the transition burden as a new administration takes over and drafts a new budget.
Washington AP report notes House Republicans oppose Rayburn’s plan to enlarge the rules committee to 15 by adding two Democrats and one Republican. The move aims to break the Republican Southern Democrat blockade and could influence floor action on Kennedy program bills. A coalition stalemate could still stall measures.
Washington AP reports Secretary of Labor Arthur J. Goldberg noting a new unemployment rise and urging swift federal aid for the idle. Kennedy plans to address the issue at a news conference while a task force studies expansion of unemployment payments beyond insured workers.
Belgium’s 33 day strike toll ends as heavy metal workers return to work under Socialist union guidance. Interior Minister cites 1350 sabotage acts with four dead and many injured. Trade Minister estimates losses at 19 million pounds, government aims to raise 160 million dollars in new taxes and cut 200 million in expenses. The dispute began December 20 opposing an austerity bill to raise taxes and cut unemployment benefits.
Mrs Kennedy leads White House interior refresh with art consults and decor picks aimed at preserving the mansion’s atmosphere while aligning public rooms with the Kennedy taste. She plans to meet gallery officials and art experts, framing Frost’s inaugural poem, and coordinating lending and historical context with the Fine Arts Commission.
At the Francis Scott Key Hotel the Frederick Junior Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual bosses night. Awards will honor Javcees Most Quick Witted Farmer and the Distinguished Service Award. The Vice-President of the States Junior Chamber of Commerce Grover C Gouker Jr is the featured speaker. Adrian L McCardell was named to a bank board in Baltimore. Additional notes mention AFP dispatches and unrelated TV script satire.
A 19 satellite disintegrated during Sunday night as it completed about 524 or 525 orbits. The Air Force Space Surveillance Center said the craft burned up from atmospheric friction with no final visual flash reported.
A snapshot of broadcasting slots lists shows across the day from 5:45 to 11:30 with programs including News Weather Sports movies and serials. Notable entries include The Lady Vanishes They Were So Young The Crucible An Act of Murder and Man At Large alongside The Three Stooges and Red Skelton.
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