25 Jul 1961
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1961
Page
1
President Kennedy will present a broad plan to strengthen defenses against the Communist threat to Berlin and worldwide. The announcement signals a major national address aimed at shaping U S policy and military readiness during the Cold War era.
Congress appears aligned to back Kennedy’s request for a defense spending increase of about $3 billion with debate over new taxes. The address focuses on Berlin amid Khrushchev’s pressure, outlining steps to strengthen Western defense, while debates over tax funding continue among leaders in Congress.
Mrs Philip B Glaize appeared on Don McNeil's Breakfast Club from Chicago where her husband attends the International Apple Association meeting. Other attendees included Mrs Delmer Robinson Jr and Mrs John Milleson. The Town Crier reports on a ragged sweatshirt bearing the word SWEATSHIRT among college sorority and fraternity identifiers.
President Bourguiba accused France of violating the Security Council cease and warned that fighting could resume if French forces do not withdraw from Bizerte. He said Tunisia would resist with volunteers, trained guerrillas, aircraft, arms, and mobile anti aircraft batteries as Dag Hammarskjold and aides worked from Tunis to find a solution.
A Western official in Berlin says Communist police have cut the refugee stream toward West Berlin during the peak vacation period. He notes trains are halted or checked, but East German rail routes and the high number of daily departures make full control difficult, with many youths among the arrivals.
Mayhew indicted by a Frederick County Grand Jury for abduction. Arraigned he pleaded not guilty. Peter McKee is court appointed for Mayhew. Samuel Thomas Tiles faced two counts in separate counties for truck theft and beer theft with Triplett pleading guilty on both. sentences included prison terms and probation with restitution and costs. Judge Elliott Marshall presided. probation revocation for Tim McCoy Sampson followed a probation officer report.
Plans for the immediate development of a golfing center to serve Winchester were announced by Lewis Lamp and Dr M D Custer both of this city. A 100 acre farm on Route 50 east of the city limits will host an 18 hole course, a 21 tee driving range, an 18 hole miniature course and a clubhouse. Construction of the first nine holes starts within ten days and play is slated by May 1, 1962. Greenskeeper Pp from Winchester Golf Club will manage operation. contest for a name runs to Sept 1 with a year long free membership as prize.
Washington reports the consumer cost of living rose two tenths of a percent in June to a new high. Major factors were higher prices for used cars gasoline and household textiles. Labor statistics commissioner Ewan Clague notes non food goods led the rise and that fruits and vegetables typically rise seasonally. Net spendable earnings of factory workers increased to record June levels.
Lloyd drafts short and long term measures including a five year plan for public and private investment. The goal is to reduce imports of raw materials and finished goods to improve Britain's unfavorable trade balance and conserve foreign currency reserves. Installment buying may be tightened and taxes on sales and excise target consumer goods.
In Belfast Northern Ireland Samuel McLaughlin aged 40 was hanged for killing his wife marking the territory’s first legal execution since 1942.
About 2 000 people stormed a Philadelphia school auditorium to protest Mayor Richardson Dilworths 40 a year parking fee proposal. A councilman was wounded as rocks and glass struck vehicles and windows. Police reinforced the scene and Dilworth left with officers guarding his home.
Local business SWIMLEY'S Winchester's Finest Furniture Store announces a new location. The move signals expansion for the retailer as residents await showroom openings and catalog deals.
Weather outline reports easing heat as humidity declines. Forecast shows partly cloudy days with possible thunderstorms later. Temperature highs ranged from 91 today to 98 on Sunday and Monday, with rainfall at 3.19 inches for the month.
The Public Health Service reports two of five Major manufacturers of Salk polio vaccine paused production after suspicions of monkey virus contamination. Merck Sharp & Dohme and Parke Davis & Co halted output, supplying roughly 25 percent of U S vaccine. Officials expect no national shortage.
Cuban Prime Minister Fidel Castro releases Passengers and crew of an Eastern Air Lines hijack over Florida and Havana. Pan American for standby at Miami International Airport with a DC7B. Swiss embassy efforts to arrange return delayed by Castro celebration but aim for quick clearance to Miami.
In Long Beach California 52 contestants from distant lands compete in the International Beauty Congress. The event begins Monday night with judges evaluating the entrants in diverse attire and settings, highlighting cultural dress and poise as part of the pageant.
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