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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1963
Page
11
Minutes after the pontiff’s death the Vatican announces a nine day mourning period. Cardinals in Rome prepare for the conclave with rituals including the removal of the fisherman's ring and lying in state at St. Peter's. Diplomats and world leaders await the papal succession proceedings.
In Colombo twenty four persons face trial for the third time on charges of plotting to overthrow the government in January 1962. The accused include former top army and navy officers. all plead innocent. The first trial began last June but was halted over judge eligibility. A second trial ended last January after defense contended one judge was involved in the investigations.
Mrs Ann Thrower of Becccles is told she could not bear children a year ago by doctors, then twins were forecast, and yesterday she presented her husband with triplet sons.
President Kennedy and Vice President Johnson mourn Pope John XXIII after his death. Kennedy praised the pope for transcending beliefs and geography with wisdom and compassion guiding humanity. Johnson echoed the loss and highlighted the pope’s humor and pastoral leadership in ecumenical efforts. Secretary Rusk sent condolences to Cardinal Cicognani.
Vatican City reports the conclave to elect Pope John XXIII successor will gather cardinals from around the Christian world. They will seal themselves in the Sistine Chapel for weeks as ballots determine a two thirds majority and a new pontiff is announced from St. Peter’s Basilica balcony.
Havana Radio reports Cuban geologists have found seven oil fields and new mineral deposits including cobalt and manganese in Oriente and Pinar del Rio provinces and central Cuba. No further details were released. American firms previously explored Cuba but found no profitable oil.
Amman officials announced Jordan has received $2 million as part of the 1963 64 aid program. A finance ministry spokesman said U S budgetary aid to Jordan has averaged $37 million annually since 1958.
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