Coast Guard probes cause of Yar mouth Castle blaze
A Coast Guard inquiry seeks the fire’s origin after the 365-foot liner Yarmouth Castle burned early Saturday killing 81 aboard Nassau-bound travelers. Captain Byron Voutsinas reportedly knows where the blaze began, but officials have not determined a specific cause. Fourteen survivors remain at Nassau hospitals. ten remain missing or unaccounted for.
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Coast Guard Inquiry Board
John P. Stirn
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Yarmouth Castle
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Coast Guard
Carl Brown
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Nassau
Investigation Aims to Prevent Future Northeastern Blackouts
Federal Power Commission Chairman J C Swidler and investigators review oscillograms and utility data to determine causes of the recent blackout. They worked through the weekend to outline steps to prevent a recurrence and bolster grid reliability.
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Federal Power Commission
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Debonair man prefers sleek zipper front sweater
A dashing man chooses a zipper front sweater in a smooth soft look perfect for Christmas at home and New Year in Paris. Made of 65 percent wool and 35 percent Kodel polyester, it is machine washable and offered in S M L XL. Come in now.
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Paris
Sweater Ad Promises Timeless Comfort for Youthful Spirit
An ad touts a cardigan style that appeals to those who feel young and enjoy warm, casual smartness. It highlights machine washable Orlon acrylic, fabric that resists shrinking and stretching, and offers burgundy, navy, or brown in sizes S to XL.
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Orlon
Dad go go golf sweater for winter relaxation
Cozy Orion acrylic sweater in soft touch fabric with bell sleeves for ease of movement. Available in sizes S M L XL. Ideal gift for dad who golfes or stays warm in chilly weather.
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Orion
Ireland Crafted Baby Lamb Wool Sweater Ad
From Australia 2-ply virgin baby lambs wool made in Ireland with old world care. Burgundy navy gold tan gray heathers emerald isle shamrock. A warm kiss and cloud soft texture from baby lamb clippings. Men’s luxury sweater in sizes S M L XL.
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Australia
Burgundy
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Shamrock
Sweater Dilemma: Knit or Ready Made For Him
On the slopes and by the fire the idea of a hand knit look sweater is echoed with Norse ski design. The piece suggests choosing an acrylic hand knit feel sweater that looks crafted but isn’t and advises telling him you didn’t knit it while noting sizes S through XL.
Eisenhower Hopes to Celebrate Thanksgiving at Walter Reed
The Eisenhower family plans a Thanksgiving gathering at Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washington if the former president’s condition improves. John Eisenhower and Milton S. Eisenhower report Ike in cheerful, animated spirits, enjoying stereo music and Western stories from his five room suite. Mamie Eisenhower observed her 69th birthday from a hospital bed as doctors report the former president in excellent spirits despite oxygen therapy and limited activities.
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Alter Reed Army Hospital
Washington
Walter Reed
John Eisenhower
Valley Forge
Baltimore
Milton S. Eisenhower
Johns Hopkinsniversity
Eisenhower
Mamie
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Princess Margaret to Visit Hollywood This Week
Hollywood reports that Princess Margaret will grace Los Angeles with top billing among stars like Richard Burton Elizabeth Taylor Julie Andrews and Frank Sinatra. Lord Snowdon accompanies her while security includes British and U S agents. Events include the Waif Ball private dinner and a Universal Studios tour with a star studded luncheon hosting guests such as Fred Astaire Lana Turner and James Stewart.
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Vernon Ssccoott
Hollywood Correspondent
Hollywood
UPI
Princess Margaret
Lord Snowdon
Richard Burton
Elizabeth Tayor
Julie Andrews
Frank Sinatra
Charlton Heston
Meg Baby
Maggie Doll
Burton
Liz
Sandra Dee
Bobby Darin
Beverly Hills
Universal Studios
Fred Astaire
Edgar Bergen
Lawrence Harvey
Mary Pickford
Edward G. Robinson
Lana Turner
James Stewart
San Francisco
U.S
Secret Service
Fungus Found Near Two Maryland Schools Prompts Caution
Baltimore County health officials ordered students at Woodlawn Junior High and Woodmoor Elementary to avoid a vacant lot after soil sampling detected Histoplasma fungus linked to a Starling roost. Health Officer Dr. Richard J. Potter said most infections are mild or asymptomatic, with fatalities extremely rare.
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Oodlawn
Woodmoor
Richard J. Potter
McNamara Pushes Reserve Cuts and Ship Plan
Washington reports Defense Secretary McNamara endorses immediate inactivation of certain Army Reserve units, defying a Senate panel deferment. He also approves a trial of the Fast Logistics ship construction plan, amid internal Navy protest by Rear Admirals Brockett and Curtze.
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William A. Brockett
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Bureau of Ships
Charles A. Curtze
Actor Henry Wilcoxon Not Running for Office in Washington
Washington dispatch reports actor Henry Wilcoxon visiting the capital to promote a film rather than seek political office. Wilcoxon, who arrived after Johnson's departure, denies any ambitions, noting his recent work on The War Lord and recalling his English arrival in 1982 to play Claudette Colbert in Altra. The piece, written in light political tone, playfully contrasts campaign chatter with Wilcoxon’s career focus.
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Cecil B. DeMille
Wilcoxon
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Gress
England
Claudette Colbert
Richard Boon
Eddie Fisher
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