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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1965
Page
2
Ambiguity and shifting alliances mark discussions among Dominican rebel factions about forming a coalition government with Guzmán. U.S. officials express caution, noting no firm settlement and possible opposition to imposed leadership while Imbert and other leaders claim consultations and ongoing talks with regional actors.
U S fighter planes attempting to strike Radio Santo Domingo were blocked from takeoff by American air force trucks fire engines and staff cars at San Isidro base 16 miles east of the city. Spokesmen said the policy is to block before takeoff to avoid shooting them down in the air. The first attack hit Radio Santo Domingo killing a child and injuring others in a densely populated area.
Reports describe a planned coalition with rebel leaders in the Dominican Republic as the United States expands airborne and FBI involvement to curb Communist influence in the Caribbean. The Washington Post cites President Johnson ordering FBI agents into the Dominican Republic while the White House confirms joint CIA FBI activity.
Betty Potts a 37 year old junior high English teacher in Claremore Oklahoma fired at two boys with a puppy, a passing pickup and at a police officer triggering a 24 hour standoff. Officers used tear gas and stormed her locked home finally removing her to St Johns Hospital. No injuries reported. Neighbors say she had been quiet and a model neighbor before the crisis.
COLORADO SPRINGS AP The Air Force Academy tightens exam security after a cheating scandal that prompted the resignation of 10 cadets this year. The cadet wing of about 2,560 is under no special surveillance, but officials say some cheating could still occur. Ringleaders found ways to obtain advance copies of tests, which were stored in safes and desks. A five-member investigative panel urged retention of the honor code but suggested changes, with a new commandant to be installed July 1. Officials noted thousands of applicants for a thousand spots in the incoming class, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of academy discipline and admissions.
Detroit AP reports Eaton, a financier industrialist, warned that continued Viet Nam conflict could push the United States toward catastrophe. He cited Soviet leaders and Kosygin, urging withdrawal from Southeast Asia and criticizing escalation while noting potential global dangers if the US stays hardened against talks.
Buenos Aires reports say World Bridge Federation officials gathered evidence against Terence Reese and Boris Schapiro at the world championships. They deny the charge of transmitting information illegally as photographs and hand analyses were reviewed. Reese complains of a hostile atmosphere and notes US teams influenced the contest outcome. Italy won the championship with the United States second and Argentina third.
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