MacArthur Calls Global War Frankenstein During Philippines Address
General Douglas MacArthur told the Philippine Congress that scientific advances have made modern war a Frankenstein that destroys both sides. He warned war loses for attacker and defender alike and criticized past leaders for not pursuing a broader UN effort. The 81-year-old WWII and Korea hero received enthusiastic support on his return after 15 years.
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Space Flag tour at Independence Day observance in Philadelphia
During the 185th Independence Day celebration in Philadelphia the space flag flown by Cmdr. Alan Shepard was displayed in front of the Liberty Bell at Independence Hall. Three Marines dressed in period costumes stood by Sgt. Charles Leyland, Sgt. Rocco Sacco, and Sgt. Joseph Monaco for the AP Wirephoto moment.
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Traffic Death Toll Hits Record High for Fourth of July
The nation logged a record Fourth of July holiday traffic death toll surpassing 491 deaths and an overall holiday toll exceeding 884, with heaviest homeward traffic late Tuesday and drownings boating losses contributing to the totals.
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Kennedy Flies Back to D. C.
President Kennedy returns to Washington from Cape Cod for ongoing duties after the July Fourth weekend. The presidential jet arrived at Andrews AFB at 10 22 am EDT after a one hour flight from Otis AFB. Mrs Kennedy stays behind awaiting the Pakistan president's state visit. The children Caroline and John may stay longer.
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Berryville man injured yet lawn mowed by neighbors
Dick Kibler injured while mowing a yard receives care after a power mower accident. Neighbors Sonny Whetzel Wayne Whetael and Steve Denny reportedly mowed the large yard Monday despite the incident. Charles Triplett of Gore graduates from James Wood High with a Kennedy signature card. The Sun sits 94,461,000 miles away.
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Bandit Shoots Two Tourists and Kidnaps a Girl in Utah
In Moab Utah a masked bandit flagged a Rockville Connecticut couple on a desert road. He shot Denise Sullivan 14 and Jeanette Sullivan 40 was killed. Charles Boothroyd 65 survived after two bullet wounds to the face. The gunman fled with Denise. Police launched roadblocks across Utah and Colorado as they pursued the suspect.
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Dress Firm May Open Branch At Middletown
Petti Frocks Inc a children's dress maker of Whiteford Maryland may open a Middletown branch. Mayor Gene Dicks of Middletown and the Middletown Development Corp say the group has an option on land and could acquire one of two local buildings. No steps taken yet. Estimated staffing 50 to 100 full time workers.
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Holiday Death Toll Rises in State With Multiple Drownings
The state's holiday toll reaches 377 with ten drownings and several deaths in accidents. Bernard Eugene Jones, 20, of South Hill dies in a Richmond hospital after a March 19 crash. Other victims include Larry Gordon, Virginia Beach. Jack Hamilton Jr., Burkeville. Moses Simmons, Norfolk County. and a Welch, West Virginia sailor, with numerous incidents reported across Virginia locations.
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Burkeville
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Norfolk County
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Speed Up Seen On Countering Russian Threats
U S planning to counter Soviet threats to West Berlin includes reinforcing NATO in Germany with army divisions and potentially deploying sea and air forces. President ordered detailed plans and a note to Moscow may follow, while Britain France and West Germany prepare similar messages. Khrushchev may prefer negotiation to nuclear confrontation, officials say.
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Humphrey Urges UN Monitoring of Peaceful Nuclear Tests
Sen. Hubert Humphrey proposes inviting the United Nations to monitor a limited peaceful nuclear test program and to receive data and results. He says UN inspection could break the current test ban impasse and urges a General Assembly resolution for a U.N. control system for U.S. testing.
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Quiet Fourth of July In Winchester Shows Light Traffic
Holiday observations in Winchester were largely quiet with fireworks and picnics noted. Police reported light traffic later, one injury from a two car crash, and firecrackers singeing a child's hair at Kern Street and Highland Avenue. Temperatures were mild with .03 inches of rain falling. A separate crash on Loudoun and Boscawen Streets injured Mrs. Leslie Swartz.
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Hodges Won't Interfere With Interstate 64 Routing
Governor Almond said Commerce Secretary Hodges declined to alter the northern route for Interstate 64 between Richmond and Clifton Forge. Hodges stated the north location offers directness and lower cost and advised no modification. Almond indicated he would support the highway commission’s decision and proceed with the plan.
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Inferno at Richmond gasoline yard injures many
A sequence of explosions ripped through a waterfront gasoline storage area in Richmond early today as flames engulfed 60 homes and a barge unloaded 450,000 tons of fuel. Six people were injured, including a tug captain, while dozens were evacuated. The blast levelled several houses and sent fire hundreds of feet into the air, with Crown Central Petroleum crews finally gaining control after hours.
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Southern Transportation Co
Paul R. Kirtley
Chesterfield County
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Mercury Dives To Record Low In Many Areas
The Associated Press reports a cold wave across the Northeastern United States with temperatures dipping into the 50s and 40s after the Independence Day holiday. Unofficial lows included 31 in St Marys Pennsylvania and readings from 39 in Alpena Michigan to 51 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, with notable 40s in Connecticut and New York areas.
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