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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1963

Page

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FDA orders destruction of Great Lakes smoked fish

FDA Commissioner George Larrick urged housewives to destroy all smoked fish from the Great Lakes area or processed there amid deadly type E botulism in recent outbreaks. Some fish may be kept if heated after packaging to 180 degrees for 30 minutes or frozen continuously.

Washington UPI Great Lakes George P. Larrick Food and Drug Administration IDA Larrick FDA H.J. Hornbos and Bros. Co Grand Haven Mich

Moroccan offensive deepens Algeria Sahara clash

Moroccan units launch a renewed assault toward Tinfouchi and Tindouf while Algerian forces report heavy losses and a potential truce talks path. Ben Bella plans to attend an African summit as nations debate a multi nation meeting format.

Algiers API Sahara Ahmed Ben Bella Tunis Tripoli Tinfouchi Hassi ‘Beida Desert Frontier Tindouf Algeria Colomb Bechar Sahara Desert Marrakech Hassan II Morocco Habib Bourguiba Tunisia Mobido Keita Mali Idris Libya Presdent Gamal Abdel Nasser United Arab Republic

Chest workers to meet for 7 a.m. breakfast drive

Workers in the business district for the Community Center are reminded of a 7 a.m. breakfast meeting at Winga's Cafe where materials for the drive will be distributed.

Winga

Tuberculosis group to meet in Washington Iowa

Washington County Tuberculosis and Health Association will convene October 28 at 1 p.m. in City Hall Washington Iowa. Mrs John Owen president announces the purpose is to adopt amended articles of incorporation to enable a countywide independent Christmas Seal Campaign supporting tuberculosis work at local state and national levels. The meeting is open to the general public and all interested are urged to attend.

Washington County Tuberculosis and Health Association Washington Iowa John Owen Washington County Washton County Tuberculosis and Health Association

McNamara orders conventional carrier over nuclear option

Defense Secretary McNamara directs the Navy to begin constructing a conventionally powered super carrier, reversing a prior push for nuclear power. He cites cost differences, with conventional ships at about 310 million dollars versus over 425 million for nuclear. Hearings on nuclear power were set to begin soon, with Sen. Pastore expressing concern over the decision. Admiral McDonald expresses disappointment but accepts the order.

Washington UPI Defense Robert McNamara Navy McNamara Pentagon Sen John C. Pastore D-R.i Joint House Senate Committee On Atomic Energy Pastore Chief of Naval Operations Adm David L. McDonald Los Angeles Fred Korth Korth Paul H. Nitze

End of Daylight Saving Time Prompts Sleep and Traffic Shifts

The shift to Standard Time Sunday will give some an extra hour of sleep while causing confusion for others. Maine drinkers face earlier last calls and midnight closures while Chicago area drivers are urged to note the sun sets earlier. The Liquor Commission will observe Standard Time year round and accidents are expected to change with the clock change.

State Liquor Commission Chicago” Motor Club Motor Club

U S wheat sale to Reds stalled

U S wheat sale to Russia remains stalled over shipping charges amid talks in Washington. Two Russian delegations and private U S grain traders arrive as officials seek a solution to price and freight hurdles. President Kennedy has approved the deal in principle, but U S and Russian positions on American vessel shipments and higher U S rates slow progress. Maritime officials hold exploratory talks with 35 shipping line reps to gauge impact on the sale.

Washington UPI United States U.S Agriculture Department Department Orville L. Freeman Russia Kennedy Donald W. Alexander

Murder charge filed in Des Moines shooting

Edward J. Miller 25 admitted slaying 32 year old Anna May Jackson, held without bond on an open murder charge. Jackson, a mother of seven, was shot as she lay in the street after leaving Miller’s car. Miller claimed a long running argument preceded the shooting. Daughters and sons were placed in protective custody.

Des Moines Uri Edward J. Miller Ray Harrison Miller Anna May Jackson Jackson Waterloo Cedar Rapids Leavenworth Kan Des

Abandon Hope for Trapped Miners in German Mine

In Peine Germany 39 of 43 miners trapped for 42 hours in the Lengede Broistedt iron mine are presumed dead after experts deemed the knocking noises heard by a microphone to be rock rattle rather than signals. Rescue teams drilled deliveries to the 270 foot side shaft where four others worked in a smaller tunnel. Some survived in an air pocket but the chance remained slim.

Peine Germany UPI Iseder Mines Co Lengede- Broistedt

Ginny Spared. Helena Storm Gathers Off Caribbean

Hurricane Ginny veered back to sea after displacing thousands along the Carolinas and prompting gale warnings. Forecasters warned of tropical storm Helena forming in the Caribbean as Ginny faded, with squalls along the North Carolina coast and rough seas.

Wilmington N.C UPI Ginny Carolinas North Carolina Helena Caribbean Guadeloupe Dominici San Juan Puerto Rico

Townsend band oldest in nation founded 125 years ago

Weather outlook fair to partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with cooler temperatures and light frost possible in the northwest area. Lows 35-38 northwest to upper 40s southeast. highs Sunday in the 70s. Monday outlook generally fair and cool. Townsend Mass UPI reports the Townsend Military Band, performing on the Common each summer, is believed to be the nation’s oldest such band, founded about 125 years ago.

Townsend, Mass UPI Townsend Military Band

Sheriff Upgrades Radio Fleet To New Transistor System

The FCC order effective November 1 1963 requires replacing old 1949 radio gear with transistorized equipment. In Fairfield county the change affects communications with minimal loss but enables future expansion including public health services as the old 15 kilocycle band shifts to 5 kilocycles, allowing two additional bands.

Ee ‘Sheriff's Office Federal Communications Commission Larry Meacham Pairfield

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