General Loses Struggle With Political World
In February 1963 the Air Force chief of staff recalls opposing McNamara over defense budgeting for the RS70 program later known as the R970. He discusses congressional testimony, authority to proceed with production planning, and pressure from the Pentagon while defending the deterrent role of Strategic Air Command. The passage reflects tensions between military leadership and civilian defense officials during the procurement debate.
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Four Cuban Officers Jump Ship in Osaka and Seek Asylum
Four Cuban officers deserted a Cuban ship in Osaka Japan and sought U S political asylum. They claimed Cuban ships carried military equipment to North Vietnam and accused the regime of aiding Communist aggression. A Cuban embassy spokesman denied the shipments and said the pause aimed at signaling peace with Hanoi.
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Debate Over Civilian Control and LeMay’s Bomber Strategy
A veteran officer discusses civilian control of air power, LeMay’s bomb planning, and a proposed Tokyo raid from lower altitudes. He recalls Congressional hearings, defense debates, and the tension between civilian oversight and military expertise in strategic bombing.
Lutheran Students Meet. faith and world issues dominate
Nearly 700 high school students from across the state gathered at the Granada Hotel for a three day Lutheran League convention led by John Stern of Houston. Speakers include Dr Donald Andrews on faith for the atomic age and Rev Robert Otterstad on being human. Folk singer Vivivsaker performs Monday and Tuesday.
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Viet Aircraft Downed Near Hanoi During Ceasefire Pause
A U S military spokesman said an F C Phantom jet was hit by a Soviet surface to air missile during an assault on the Bac Cau bridge about 85 miles north of Hanoi on December 19. The pilot was rescued. A U S spokesman could not identify any political significance to the pause in air raids beyond the 30 hour U S South Vietnamese holiday ceasefire.
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Second Fire Hits South Side Residence
District Chief Marion Siebert said a Monday blaze started on a living room couch and spread to walls and ceiling causing 2500 dollars in damage. The fire marked the residence’s second blaze in three weeks, with arson investigators examining the case.
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Marion Siebert
Gilbert Arrimbide
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Zeony on Ranch A Zebra Pony Born West of Phoenix
The Earl Stuber ranch near Phoenix reports a foal named Stripes a cross between zebra and pony with zebra stripes a zebra shaped head and brown fur. The owner plans more crosses as Punch the zebra has been bred with a donkey though the foal is not yet born.
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Earl Stuber
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North Vietnam Charges U S Infringement During Christmas Truce
North Vietnam protest to the International Control Commission claims US aircraft and warships entered its air and water space on Christmas day for reconnaissance during a 30 hour truce. Hanoi radio did not reference the cease fire in its report. Edward Schatt, 18, of Donna died after being struck by a car while aiding a motorist.
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Success Story of Paul Carnahan Leader of National Steel
Paul H. Carnahan 61 chairman of National Steel Corp died Sunday at his home from a heart attack. The Racine Ohio native rose from 40 cents an hour at Great Lakes Steel to foreman and WWII superintendent then became Great Lakes Steel resident in 1954 and chairman of the parent firm in 1958. He advocated cross cultural understanding through the National Conference of Christians and Jews.
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