Johnson vows full US aid against communism in Latin America
President Johnson addressed the Organization of American States on the Alliance for Progress anniversary, pledging the full power of the United States to resist communist expansion in Latin America. He urged increased cooperation and self help, warned of Cuban aggression in Venezuela, and expressed optimism the Alliance would prosper while defending freedom across the region.
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Milwaukee Warehouse Fire Hits Ten Firemen
A four story warehouse near Milwaukee's downtown burned into the early hours as ten firefighters were overcome by smoke. One was hospitalized, others treated on scene. another firefighter was released after cuts. Fire Chief Jamies Maher expected full extinguishment by evening amid ongoing debris clearance.
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Fear of attack on Ruby after death sentence in Oswald case
Dallas jurors sentenced Jack Ruby to death for Oswald murder. Ruby fears a prison attack and asks for extra protection, while attorney Melvin Belli accuses Dallas oligarchy of railroaded justice. Sheriff Decker says Ruby will remain in maximum security. Attorneys prepare new-trial appeal steps within 10 days. Oswald was killed Nov 24 during transfer to another cell.
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Lamp post explodes after insulation failure in Stoke on Trent
Frank Kidd found a lamp post toppled before his car in Stoke on Trent. Electricians traced the incident to insulation failure in the supply cable, causing a short circuit that melted bitumen and released gas. The gas Ignited by the short circuit led to an explosion blowing up the lamp post.
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Ohio River Flood Deaths Rise as Crest Passes Owensboro
The Ohio River flood, worst in 19 years, has killed about a dozen and affected 110000 people across five states. Federal and state agencies joined Kentucky Indiana Ohio West Virginia and Pennsylvania in relief efforts as the crest moved past Owensboro with floodwalls leaking in Cannelton Indiana and sandbags protecting riverside areas. Officials warned it would take a week for the river to fall below flood stage in most locations.
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Berlin Man Killed in Cycler Car Mishap Near Berlin
Berlin 23 year old Robert A Kavage was killed when his car failed a curve on a Town of Aurora Road near Berlin at 2 a.m. Sunday. Passenger Tom Hess, 18, was treated for leg and thigh injuries and released. Kavage, born in Berlin, had served in the Air Force and recently attended Oshkosh State College. Funeral services set for Ripon Episcopal Church. Cyprus UN peace force arrival eases tension as Canada leads guard mission. Turkey and Greece take precautionary steps amid ongoing crisis.
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Job Corps Proposed to Fight Poverty in Youth Program
President Johnson outlines a 962.5 million plan to attack poverty by creating the Job Corps for up to 100,600 youths aged 16 to 21. The program blends training, education, and work in camps, with placement in conservation projects and job training. It will be overseen by the new Office of Economic Opportunities led by Sargent Shriver, who will also head Volunteers for America, a Peace Corps styled effort. The broader War on Poverty includes urban and rural grants, special farmer income aids, and low interest loans to support impoverished communities.
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Wise Move Manitowoc Ups Wise and Virtues
Wise and Virtues, longtime aids to the Wisconsin taxation department in Manitowoc, are being broken up. James Wise, state tax auditor, moves to Appleton as field audit supervisor. John S. Virtues remains as tax compliance representative.
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Six More US Airmen Killed in Viet Nam Action
Six American airmen were killed in South Viet Nam over the weekend. A U.S. helicopter was shot down 100 miles south of Saigon, while a Lig spotter plane fell northeast of Saigon. The toll brings total U.S. casualties to 124 since 1961. Names include Capt. Thomas J. Bergin and 1st Lt. Richard Jaeck aboard the spotter plane, and 1st Lt. Roger E. Gauvin, 1st Lt. Kenneth A. Shannon, Spec. 5 Carleton W. Upton, and Pfc. Frank J. Holguin aboard the helicopter. First Lt. Richard Jaeck, 25, of Milwaukee, was among those killed March 14–15 and had written hope his tour would end soon. Continued on Page H, Col. 6.
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Wolfe Says U S on Verge of Rail Strike
Washington reports Chief Railroad negotiator Wolfe warned the nation faces a potential nationwide rail strike, citing unresolved talks and a surge of warnings to prevent a walkout. He urged prompt action and warned of disrupted service if disputes linger.
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