Tanks roll into Paris amid Algerian peace push
French army tanks converged on Paris to deter a potential coup by right wing extremists as Charles de Gaulle set to address the nation. Diplomatic sources say a draft Algeria peace accord envisions a six month transition with a French Moslem provisional administration and a referendum while French troops stay on standby.
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Freeman Promotes Farm Program in City Meeting
Secretary of Agriculture Orville Freeman urged urban audiences to back the farm program, citing lower food costs and more recreational lands as benefits. Speaking to farm leaders from five states at a conference, Freeman outlined the program presented to Congress by President Kennedy.
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Five Feared Dead As Flames Engulf Tavern
A fuel truck blast turned a roadside tavern in Elburn into ashes, with five believed dead. Only truck driver Gerald Hatton, 38, of McNabb, was recovered. four others including a bartender nicknamed Sam remained missing as investigators searched charred walls of the Blackberry Inn.
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Mount Carmel High School Fire Rages Four Hours
A predawn blaze in Mount Carmel High School’s 48 year old main section burned for over four hours. Firefighters faced smoke, damaged the 1930 and 1953 annexes, and prevented spread to the gym. Damage may exceed 300000 with classes to resume elsewhere next week. Fire crews from five Illinois towns and one Indiana community fought the fire in Wabash County.
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Freeman outlines ABCD program for rural renewal and abundance
Freeman describes the ABCD plan Abundance Balance Conservation Development as a path to feed the world, use surplus land for recreation, create rural opportunities, and provide farmers with new income. He cites U.S. population projections to 245 million and estimates that 650 million acres less may be needed for food due to productivity gains.
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Mrs Rockefeller Arrives In Reno for Quick Divorce
Mrs Nelson A Rockefeller has reached Reno to pursue a divorce from New York Governor Nelson A Rockefeller after 31 years of marriage. Her attorney would not confirm specifics beyond that she is in Reno, and notes a six week Nevada residence is needed to file.
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Rebel Attacks Delay Talks on Unified Laos Government
Premier Prince Boun Oum, urged by Pathet Lao but attacked Nam Tha, canceled a meeting with neutralist Prince Souvanna Phouma. The incident jeopardizes early talks on a three party government, as Souvanna scrapped plans to visit after the Nam Tha assault near the royal capital.
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Italian Chief Quits Opens Way for Leftward Government
Premier Amintore Fanfani and his Christian Democratic cabinet resigned today, clearing a path for a historic swing to the left with Pietro Nenni's Socialists likely to back a new coalition. The move follows a CD congress endorsing a left leaning government without Liberals, and Confindustria criticized the plan.
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Missouri River Floe Moves Into Mississippi
The Mississippi River, blocked by a large ice gorge since January 12, became clogged Thursday by a 50 mile long ice floe moving down from the Missouri River and hampering boat traffic.
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Republicans Attack Spending in GOP Campaign Kickoff
Republicans nationwide criticized Democratic spending as profligate and fake politics during a coordinated series of 17 party events aired on closed circuit TV. Dwight D. Eisenhower led speakers condemning what they called a flood of loans and power grabs ahead of the upcoming congressional campaigns.
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Fire destroys grain elevator in Broadlands
Broadlands Feb 24 A grain elevator was destroyed by fire. The blaze interrupted local operations and caused extensive damage to the structure and its contents. No injuries were reported though the incident disrupted nearby activity. Authorities investigated the cause as crews fought the flames.
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Frondizi recalls Argentine ambassador from Cuba
Argentina announced recall of Ambassador Julio Ampedo from Havana as President Frondizi shifts to appease military critics over Cuba policy. Reported moves include possible gradual severing of ties, minister resignations, and safety concerns for church relics and refugees in Buenos Aires.
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Warmer Weather Forecast For Southern Wisconsin
A weather note predicts fair and warmer conditions in southern Wisconsin. Tonight will be mild with lows around 80, and Saturday follows with highs in the 60s. Local map and forecast details appear in the weather retails section.
U S Moves to Ban Cuba and Isolate Island Nation
Washington reports urge prompt appeals to NATO allies to isolate Cuba under a new inter-American policy. The U S plans broader naval actions to halt arms shipments and considers a total embargo on trade, potentially denying Cuba about 15 million dollars annually. Rusk accuses Cuba of using dollars to foment subversion.
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Bomb blasts rock homes of two critics of right wing extremism
In Los Angeles two ministers Rev. John G. Simmons and Rev. Brooks R. Walker had homes damaged by homemade bombs on Thursday night. They had spoken against right wing extremism at a panel with actress Marsha Hunt and were unharmed. A guard was placed at Hunt’s home as threats had followed the pastors.
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College Bill Debate Opens The Senate Debates Aid Measure
Senator Hubert H. Humphrey of Minnesota predicted the Senate would pass the 2.674 billion college aid bill with no changes as debate opens. He said no votes today but expected passage by Monday. Republicans Keating and Prouty proposed scrapping scholarships for a 44 million boost to loans and a 50 percent loan forgiveness for top fourth class rank students.
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Congo Premier Adoula arrives in U.S. to brief U.N.
Congolese Premier Cyrule Adoula arrived in New York declaring the Congo will not permit outside interference or propaganda. He said his government and U.N. command are ending Katanga secession and planned to address the 104 nations to push unification efforts.
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Licensing Offices Open Two Saturdays in Springfield
Springfield motor vehicle licensing offices will stay open the next two Saturdays to help motorists catch up on applying for 1962 Illinois license plates. The move aids drivers who delayed obtaining plates and aims to ease the renewal process.
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