Dems Hold Up Gates Nomination in Senate Fight
In Washington, Democratic leaders delay confirmation of Thomas S. Gates Jr. as defense secretary amid sharp critique of the Pentagon's new U.S.-Soviet power assessment. Gates argues missiles are one of several deterrents and cites progress on Polaris and Minuteman programs while Nike-Zeus faces potential cancellation. Johnson says no organized opposition exists but hearings are paused as senators seek input.
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Debate on Soviet edge in long range missiles rages in Congress
A storm over a new military estimate grew as Johnson dismissed administration statements as mere words. Gates told the House Space Committee that intelligence has improved with diverse sources and that no one fixed the overall deterrent gap. He defended not cutting essential programs to balance the budget and praised Polaris and Atlas missiles. In other news, Ossie Inscoe, 45, of Alexandria died after a tow cable injury on the Potomac near Hunting Creek. Cardinal Alfredo Ottaviani in Vatican City was bedridden by influenza but not gravely ill.
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House Bill Opposed by Administration in Housing Aid Push
House Democrats push a billion dollar emergency housing bill but face strong opposition from Housing Administrator Norman P. Mason and aides who warn federal dollars would be inflationary and costly. Chairman Albert M. Rains cites rising FHA mortgage rates and usury-law conflicts in several states threatening housing as spring approaches.
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Credit easing signs noted by FHA and FHA leaders
Mason, Commissioner Julian H Zimmerman of the FHA, and President J Stanley Baughman of the Federal National Mortgage Assn. said signs the credit shortage will ease later this year. The government will repay more debt than it incurs, boosting national prosperity, savings, and loan funds. Housing starts rose to an annual rate of 1 310 000 in December as interest costs stabilized.
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Claims Kangaroo Meat Being Imported
The State Justice Department disclosed that about 3,000 pounds of kangaroo meat were fed in Pittsburgh last year and seized by the agriculture department. A shipment of 6,360 pounds of meat was sent from Pittsburgh to Wilkes-Barre last year, with officials noting rigorous inspections and threats of action if violations of chemical regulations are not explained.
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Clarification on Kangaroo Meat Violations Reported
The statement notes Pennsylvania rules governing meat slaughter for human and pet use. It says no kangaroo meat has been sold openly and that it has been used without disclosure as to the meat’s nature. Miss Alpern declined further comment and said violators’ names would be released after the hearing.
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First Degree Murder Verdict Sought in Connor Case
In Baltimore the State pressed for a first degree murder verdict against Edward Connor of Camden New Jersey, accused of running down his wife with his auto. The defense argued lack of premeditation, while Maryland medical examiner Russell Fischer testified the wife died from auto injuries. The couple had five daughters. a 16 year old daughter saw her mother killed.
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Divorcees’ Trial Hears Conflict Over Birthday Party
Defense contends Connor did not attend Baltimore birthday gathering for their daughter on Oct 24. An argument with his former wife preceded her injury, with prosecutors saying she was harmed during her return home after a dance. Trial expected to last about a week.
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Virginia Assembly Debates Three Percent Sales Tax Plan
At the 1969 Virginia session the General Assembly considered a three per cent sales tax bill aimed at a 50 50 split of the revenue between state and localities. Advocate Sam Pope pushed for support while declining an endorsement of the proposed rate.
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Tax bill proposals spark debate among lawmakers
Gev. J. Lindsay Almond Jr. backs a sales tax bill aimed at directing more revenue to localities while Del. Rupert Whitehead pushes for a 36 percent beer tax hike. The measure faces a Senate review as officials seek broader fiscal impact. Separately, regional weather and disaster notes recount heavy rains in Jamaica causing drownings and marooned villagers, with Venice noting extensive canal bridges.
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