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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1961

Page

3

United States and Allies Boycott Laos Peace Talks

The United States Britain and France will boycott all Laos peace conference sessions for the time being to consult their governments on cease-fire violations at Padong. British delegate Malcolm MacDonald informed Soviet co chair Georgi Pushkin of the abstention and the next session date will be announced later. American Harriman negotiates for assurances on ceasefire supervision before attending further meetings.

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Odessan Kill-Suicide Follows Cafe Shooting Tragedy

In South Odessa a heavy equipment operator shot ex wife Leona Turnbow Rasberry at Chicken Hut 319 South Grant and then killed himself. Five customers and two waitresses witnessed the double shooting. Justice of the Peace E. E. Nobles ruled murder and death by own action.

Odessa South Odessa Leona Turnbow Rasberry South Grant Billy Jean Rasberry Justice of the Peace E. E. Nobles

Men in Rocket Belts Demonstrate Flight in Buffalo

An Army backed test from Bell Aerosystems shows Harbert Graham strapped to a personal rocket belt as it lifts him from the ground. A twin-nozzle control deflects exhaust while a throttle determines ascent rate and flight stability.

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Bolivia Discovers Communist Scheme

A 34 year old restaurant operator and her 40 year old ex-husband were shot dead in a domestic attack at about 11:50 p.m. Police found a four inch pistol between the corpses with four empty shells and two live rounds. Witness Margie Hawkins provided details.

Rasberry Margie Hawkins Orty Lane

Bolivia turmoil and Castro talks touch off global interest

The Bolivian capital La Paz faced a state of siege as unrest linked to mine worker protests and a government emergency declaration troubled the regime of Victor Paz. Reports cited plots against authorities, with arrests of suspected organizers, while UPI notes Eleanor Roosevelt planned to press Castro over Cuban prisoners and tractor-for-free-landing chatter. Steven son’s Latin tour continued amid the region’s tensions.

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Surprise GOP Move To Cut Ticket Taxes

Washington Democrats faced a House vote over a Republican bid to repeal the 10 percent tax on airline, rail, and bus tickets, risking a loss of about 3.7 to 4 billion dollars in annual revenue as the budget deficit looms. the move challenged Kennedy era revenue policy and sparked tense debate among lawmakers and travelers.

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Kennedy Injures Back May Walk On Crutches

President Kennedy suffered a back strain that may require temporary use of crutches. Dr. Janet Travell said there is no serious concern and recovery with proper treatment. Salinger noted the strain occurred during a tree-planting ceremony in Ottawa on May 16, with crutch use during rest in Hyannis Port.

Kennedy White House Pierre Salinger United Press International Salinger Ottawa Canada Hyannis Port Mass Europe

Dominican Republic Probe Begins On Amended Rule

A Dominican Republic inquiry by an Organization of American States commission starts today to verify if Rafael L. Trujillo heirs will end repression. The session features mixed optimism from Balaguer allies and questions about OAS sanctions and potential recommittal motions as the era of Trujillo continues to cast its shadow.

Rasberry Ciudad Trujillo Dominican Republic Organization of American States Rafael L. Trujillo Amressinn Trujillo Balaguer Rafael L Trujillo Jr Republc

Panel Of State Legislators Says Texas Needs Sales Tax

A chaotic report outlines Texas lawmakers debating a major sales tax and a special session urged by Gov. Price to fund a new $350 million tax plan. Mentioned are legislators Lane and Lane from Dallas and Waco, plus national figures like Percy Sutton, amid discussions of race and segregation in public facilities.

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