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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1964
Page
2
Paul C. Bell Jr. of Bastrop Texas was named chief of the Peace Corps Central America West Indies division. Bell, a lifelong missionary in Latin America, was appointed Friday, marking a significant leadership post for U.S. volunteer service in the region.
Los Angeles reports Sen. Dierre Salinger plans Dec 41 resignation to bow out before term ends. Republican George Murphy, who defeated Salinger, will be appointed to the vacant seat once the former lawmaker steps aside. Murphy will gain seniority for committee posts as the new senator-elect.
Light showers lingered near the upper Texas coast at Orange while other regions enjoyed a sun warmed spell close to spring. Laredo logged the highest readings as temperatures climbed to near seasonal norms across most areas.
A Cuban U N address sparked a chaotic security scene outside the United Nations as police wrestled with demonstrators and an unidentified man was taken away amid protests by anti Castro Cubans. Diplomatic tensions and accusations of Yankee imperialism dominated the morning as delegates from several nations observed the turmoil.
The article reports that former Governor Romney met secretly with President Eisenhower, GOP leaders, and party officials to discuss a possible replacement. It notes ongoing moves by Republican moderates to influence a leadership change and Romney's stance amid the party's Washington talks.
In St Brieuc France a distraught father allegedly killed two of his daughters and wounded a third before escaping. Police and authorities launched a manhunt as investigators described the tragedy as a hate crime amid tense local turmoil.
Andre Previn, at 35, guest conducts and performs with the San Antonio Symphony in Mendelssohn and Mozart works. His dual role as pianist and conductor showcases mastery though he omits encores. Review notes strong technique, brisk conducting, and praise for his handling of the Mozart and Mendelssohn pieces.
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