Mrs Kennedy Returns to View Kennedy Casket in Capitol
Mrs John F Kennedy returned to the Capitol rotunda for a second look at her husband’s casket amid mourners. She walked with her brother in law Robert Kennedy and urged, Let me walk as crowds paid respects to the slain president.
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Father Grieves In Privacy of His Summer Home
Hyannis Port Massachusetts Former Ambassador Joseph P Kennedy grieved in privacy at his summer home as the nation paid homage to his slain son John F Kennedy. At 75 he chose to stay despite being fit to travel with niece Ann Gargan and Rev John Cavanaugh nearby. A Boston neurologist said Kennedy showed tremendous courage upon learning of his son's assassination and the family waited 21 hours before informing him. Kennedy has suffered a stroke and uses a wheelchair for years.
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Amelia Earhart Wins National Geographic Honors
Amelia Earhart becomes the first woman to receive the Distinguished Prize and the Gold Medal from the National Geographic Society for pioneering achievements in aviation and exploration.
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Nation in Mourning Images of Grief and Loss in Capital
Washington watches a solemn procession as mourners line Pennsylvania Avenue for President John F Kennedy. A caisson procession, flag draped coffin, and Kennedy family scenes unfold from the White House to the Capitol. The crowd, 300000 strong, pays silent tribute. Senators and officials deliver eulogies as the nation grieves its leader.
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Mansfield Tribute to Kennedy Lays Gifts of Leadership
Senator Mansfield reads a Kennedy tribute honoring John F. Kennedy. The passage recalls moments of laughter, a ring exchange, and a coffin closing, invoking Kennedy’s kindness courage and leadership. It urges Americans to accept his gifts and pursue peace over fear and hatred.
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Five Die in German Train Collision Near Hannover
Five persons were killed when a slow passenger train rammed an express near Hannover. Seven were seriously injured and 20 others hurt. Officials said the slow train went through a stop sign.
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Republicans May Give Nixon Second Crack at Presidency
Washington reports Republicans see a possible second Nixon bid amid post Kennedy assassination shifts. They weigh Johnson versus a Nixon run, with Nelson Rockefeller as a potential nominee if personal scandals are overcome. Nixon may emerge as GOP’s fallback if Rockefeller falters.
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Card arrives after Kennedy's assassination
Sister Catherine Berrissimo hoped for a 100th birthday celebration but received a greeting card signed by President John F. Kennedy, arriving Saturday after his assassination in Dallas.
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