02 Jul 1962
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1962
Page
1
Sir Winston Churchill, 87, recovering from surgery to mend a fractured thigh, had a good night and asked to see the morning papers. A hospital spokesman said there was no anxiety. He sat up in a chair Sunday, the first time out of bed since Friday’s operation after a fall in Monte Carlo.
Ten thousand delegates arrive for the 74th Loyal Order of Moose convention in Atlanta. Mayor Ivan Allen Jr. welcomes the Georgia delegation of 1200 new members. Life membership is awarded to Allen by director-general Paul Schmits. Georgians Sibbertt Merrier and Albert Ewig are honored for drive efforts. Dr Harry C Byrd as supreme governor delivers fraternal greetings and cites Moose institutions aiding orphans and the aged.
An American airman Arvid R. Olson born in Cloquet Minnesota and now listing Los Angeles California as home was seized by East German police on Berlin's Redwall and held for 36 hours on border violation charges.
The United States plans a third try at detonating its largest atmospheric nuclear device in the Pacific tests, aiming for Wednesday night near Johnston Island. The operation follows earlier trials and seeks to demonstrate testing capability in the current program.
Former Georgia Governor Marvin Griffin, urging proven progress as central to his campaign against Sen. Larr H. Sanders, outlined at a news conference a plan to build a large hospital to treat cancer patients if re elected. Griffin served 1955 to 1959.
President Kennedy and Mrs. Kennedy drew massive crowds in Mexico City as their weekend visit underscored the Alliance for Progress aims. The president's presidential limousine was nearly engulfed by cheering Mexicans in the capital's squares and esplanades.
Six condemned murderers on San Quentin death row used sawed bars to free themselves and seize two guards. They held the guards for three hours before tear gas forced surrender. Guards were hospitalized with head injuries. the hack saw was recovered after the breakout.
The Senate opened debate on a major 1962 plan to provide health care for the aged under the Social Security system. Bipartisan supporters say a majority is ready to back the Medicare proposal as it moves toward passage.
Regina reports a sweeping strike by most of Saskatchewan's 700 private doctors during the Dominion Day holiday as the socialist government launches North America's first major compulsory medical insurance plan. Many clinics closed. emergency care limited. one infant death noted en route to Yorkton emergency center.
The United States withdraws about 1,000 Marines from Thailand amid easing tension along the Laotian border. An additional 1,200 Marines and 3,000 Army troops stay, with possible further withdrawals contingent on the situation. President Kennedy authorized the move, and the Leathernecks may move back quickly if needed.
At a Baxley campaign rally a struggle left Bruce Edwards with a gash and W. N. Greene head injury. Barney Johnson and Greene faced bonds on drunkenness charges. Edwards accused opponents of hiring the attackers, a claim denied by Zack Cravey.
At Hershey, Democratic governors voiced majority support for elderly care financed by social security but split on a civil rights declaration. Republican leaders reversed stance, opposing Kennedy health care legislation while endorsing civil rights.
Clergy across the United States react to the Supreme Court decision banning school prayers. Reactions range from praise of the ruling to warnings that it pressures religious practice, with leaders like Rev. Kean and Cardinal Cushing weighing its impact on faith and society. Rabbis and ministers urge adaptation through home worship and expanded religious education.
Dr. Robert A. Soblen, a 62 year old former Soviet spy now in U K custody, slit his wrists and stabbed himself aboard a jet en route to New York. He survived after blood transfusions and was returned to Hillingdon Hospital where his condition improved though he remained weak.
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