Dominican Military in Revolt Sixty Years Ago
Provisional government faces backlash as Organization of American States pledges support. Paratroops quell rioting on Conde Street while tanks guard the presidential palace and roadblocks halt movement. Civilian authorities resume radio broadcasts denouncing the provisional government amid street clashes and arson.
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Duart Bridge
San Tsidro
Santo Domingo
Bogalusa Aide Denies Klan Ties Before Congress
Bogalusa Louisiana city prosecutor Robert Restér invoked the Fifth Amendment on most questions before the House Un American Activities Committee regarding Klan membership. He denied current membership when asked, but would not confirm past status. The panel pressed on, citing prior court trial identifications and ongoing civil rights concerns in Bogalusa.
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House Committee On UN- American Activities
Edwin E. Willis
D-La
Louisiana
Cubans Cut Rice Ration In Half
Miami monitored Havana Radio reports a three pound per capita monthly rice reduction for Cuba's people amid Fidel Castro's claim that rice from China will not arrive. Rice, a key daily staple, is served with chicken, fish, meat and beans. Castro said Beijing refused to sell 135000 tons of rice for trade with North Vietnam and storage for possible U S action.
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Viet Nam
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China
Wirtz Sees No Transit Pact Yet Mediator Reports Gains
A prolonged transit stalemate tests patience as labor leaders jailed for contempt press for release. Wirtz reports some narrowing of issues but warns settlements remain uncertain. City says strike disrupts commerce yet residents adapt with car pools and ferries while show attendance declines.
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Michael J. Quill
Feinsinger
Harry van Arsdale
John ¥. Lindsay
Johnson
Lindsay
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