Eisenhower defends Humphrey amid stockpile probes
President Eisenhower declared he would endure crucifixion if Humphrey ever lied, amid Senate probes into M. A. Hanna Co. profits from stockpile contracts. A subcommittee audit examined three Hanna contracts and a clause shielding the firm from government audits while Jerome Anger and Henry Morgan faced related ethics concerns.
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Luther College selects Dr Sidney Rand as new president
Luther College board of regents elected Dr. Sidney A Rand 46 of Minneapolis as president to succeed Dr J W Yivisaker who retires for health reasons taking office September 1 Rand currently directs the boards education for the denomination in Minneapolis Yivisaker has led Luther College since 1948 and would have four years left on his third six year term
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Algiers Enters Third Day of Truce Amid Tense Calm
Algiers remains peaceful on day three of a ceasefire proclaimed by the OAS as talks with the FLN begin. Despite the lull in Algiers, other Algerian cities face attacks with 8 killed and 1 wounded, bringing 1962 totals to 5,320 dead and 10,051 wounded. Refugees flee at about 5,000 daily as Europeans fear for safety amid ongoing upheaval.
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Estes Aide Says Estes Influential In Politics
A government report says P E Biggerstaff Estes salesman told investigators that Estes was quite influential in politics and any problem would be handled politically. The Agriculture Department canceled cotton allotments for 1962 and filed a 554000 penalty claim for 1961. Estes faces fraud charges and had denied wrongdoing to investigators.
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P. E. Biggerstaff
Bonham, Tex
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Sam Rayburn
Texas
Henry Marshall
New Revolt Flares at Venezuela Naval Base
A fresh uprising against President Betancourt erupted at Puerto Cabello naval base, led by Lt Cmdr Medina Silva with about 400 marines. Loyalist forces moved in from Valencia, water and power cut off, base reportedly under rebel control but warships may have escaped to sea. Betancourt was away in Merida delivering an address.
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Medina Silva
Valencia
Betancourt
Merida
National Association of Chambers of Commerce and Production
Carupano
Cancer Crusade Near Completion in County
The 1962 Washington County Cancer Crusade nears its goal of 5600 with overage already reached. Crusade chairman Jim Frier notes remaining township and individual donations to turn in materials next week. Contributions may be given to Juanita Hering at Washington State Bank or to Frier at the Extension office. Memorial donations can be arranged through Mrs. Hugo Lensch or memorial folders at the Extension office.
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County Crusade
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Washington
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Cancer Society
Hugo Lensch
County Memorials
Visitors Pleased With Care Given Cemeteries
City officials report many residents praised the upkeep of Washington’s two cemeteries. Marking the first Memorial Day under city control of Elm Grove Cemetery Mayor Willits announced full management including lot sales. He urged inquiries and noted lots may be purchased at any time on a prepaid basis.
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Elm Grove Cemetery
Willits
Homeless 16-Year-Old Admits Slaying Three Benefactors
Chesterfield Virginia police said Hugh Templeman 16 admitted shooting dairy farmer Fred Hofer his wife Lucille and daughter Crystal Sue after they returned from Richmond The suspect was arrested near Floyd driving the victims car He gave no motive and the crime occurred near the Hofer farm 15 miles southwest of Richmond.
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Fred Hofer
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Geoffrey T. Mann
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Barnes
Floyd
Roy McKlocklin
High Schooler Dale Stout Wins County Essay Contest
Dale Stout, senior at Mid-Prairie High School Wellman, won the Washington County Bar Association essay contest on the proposed Iowa judicial amendment. He received a $50 savings bond and is noted as an excellent student and athlete, planning college next fall.
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Bob Bates
Dale Stout
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County Bar Association
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Shearer
Bates
Journal
Bob Elliott
Wellman
Washington County Bar Association
Dale
Mid-Prairie
Berniece Darby
Ainsworth
Herman Venzke
Kalona
Iowa needs fifteen million yearly new revenue says Stephens
Des Moines Iowa Rep Richard L Stephens chairman of the state revenue committee says Iowa will require at least 15 million dollars annually in new taxes to cover current government services He cites a 1961 63 biennium shortfall of about 30 million and a projected surplus of 16 to 18 million after tapping funds He notes possible measures including a one cent sales tax increase income tax changes or service taxes and a tax on liquor by the drink with a full report to follow.
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Iowa
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Stephens
Iowa GOP primary eyes potential upset in Hickenlooper race
Incumbents favored in Iowa Monday voting but hints of upset emerge as Hickenlooper faces Hoover in the Senate race and Erbe battles Nicholas for governor. Hughes leads the Democratic governor field amid tax and revenue debates. turnout expected low with only about 290000 voters.
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82 year old man completes high school diploma
Anticlimactic graduation for Ross Draper of Antioch California marks his high school completion at age 82. He last attended school in 1896 in Mount Ayr Iowa and credits improved spelling for his success. Now editor and publisher of the Bethel Island based voice of the Delta.
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UPI
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Antioch High School
Mount Ayr
Iowa
Draper
Voice of the Delta
Bethel Island
Trinity Bible School Opens Monday for Vacation Sessions
Trinity Lutheran Church begins Vacation Bible School at 9 a.m. on June 4. The program runs daily 9 to 11 40 a.m. through June 15 for children from three years old to eighth grade.
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Graham Appeals To Youth of Chicago
Evangelist Billy Graham urged Chicago youth to reject campus conformity and the worship of secular values. Speaking to about 35 000 at MacCormick Place, he argued teens seek security and guidance, criticizing group loyalty that fuels drinking and promiscuity while urging Christ as source of authority.
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Stewart Pupils With Perfect Attendance
Stewart elementary reports perfect attendance for a term. Elsie Glassburner lists students Randall Graber John Harris John Marek Mark Baumert James Marek Doris Dunbar Edward Brown Marsha Knupp Karen Baumert Colleen Crossett John Fields Marla Miller Gary Sieble Gwen Baumert Cynthia DeVries Jackie Knupp Patricia Marek Mark Myers Terry Bower Alan Stutsman.
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Elsie Glassburner
Randall Graber
John Harris
John Marek
Mark Baumert
James Marek
Doris Dunbar
Edward Brown
Marsha Knupp
Karen Baumert
Colleen Crossett
John Fields
Marla Miller
Gary Sieble
Gwen Baumert
Cynthia DeVries
Jackie Knupp
Patricia Marek
Mark Myers
Terry Bower
Alan Stutsman
Iowa Weather Outlook From United Press International
Cloudy tonight and Sunday with occasional light rain mainly in the extreme south and southeast. Continued cool tonight with a warming trend northwest Sunday afternoon. Low tonight 20 to 55, Sunday temperatures 50s in the northeast to the west and south. Outlook Monday cloudy with showers and a late temperature change.
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