DeGaulle Wins U.K. for Atomic Striking Force
Paris AP reports Charles de Gaulle wins first reading in the National Assembly for a 1.2 billion plan to develop France own nuclear deterrent outside NATO. The censure motion failed 207 votes to stay, with Debre’s government spared. Debre argues alliance strengthened by French autonomy while Mollet warns of isolation amid Algerian tensions.
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Weather Signs and Ballots Amid Holiday Mood
The piece notes a Christmas card, a San Diego couple sending absentee ballots, Virginia deadline of October 31, and a weather forecast: frosty night down to 20 with snow in Green Spring and Warren County, followed by sunny, warmer conditions with highs in the 50s.
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Stickley Reelected ASC County Chairman in Frederick County
Robert K. Stickley of Stephens City was reelected chairman of the Frederick Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation County Committee. Also reelected were Elmer Venskoske and Loring Woore with Frank Brumback and N B Fout as first and second alternates. Committeemen take office Nov 1 for a one year term.
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Khrushchev Attends Parliament Opening Then Leaves Early
Soviet Premier Khrushchev attended the opening session of the Supreme Soviet in Moscow and received a large reception from over 800 deputies before quietly departing after about 15 minutes to begin a Black Sea vacation.
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Nixon Says Demos Offer Nothing New Frontiers Ahead
Nixon claims Kennedy downgrades America and offers no new programs while promising new frontiers. He accuses Kennedy of misstatements about national slums education and hunger and warns that a Kennedy victory would raise prices and taxes. Nixon spoke to about 5,000 in Marietta Ohio and 6,000 in Pittsburgh as he crosses into West Virginia and Ohio.
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Six Die in Fire in Parkersburg Home
A frame house fire in Parkersburg West Virginia in the early hours killed Patricia Ann 47 and four of her children plus her infant granddaughter Brenda Lee King three months old Roy McWilliams 50 saved two other children Connie six and Samuel four Patricia was mother of fourteen and the other deceased children were Robert Newton ten Johnny Michael nine and Billy Joe eight The King parents were away working at the time The rest of the McWilliams family were not home.
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All Democrats Welcome at George Washington Hotel
A Democratic meeting is announced at the George Washington Hotel tomorrow at 6 30 p m under the Democrats for Kennedy Johnson banner with listed page and date codes.
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Eisenhower to Speak on Mary Baldwin College Porch
President Eisenhower visits Staunton to deliver an address on the Mary Baldwin College front porch around 12 30 p m after touring the Woodrow Wilson birthplace and attending a luncheon at King Auditorium. He then returns to the Shenandoah Valley Airport for a Washington dinner engagement.
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Strikes and Fist Fights Reported in East Germany
East Germany saw strikes and fist fights at government railway repair shops in Cottbus and Eberswalde as hidden wage cuts sparked unrest in the first half of October. After hours, a private intelligence agency said workers returned to work under vow that old pay scales would stand.
Cuba Confiscates Major American Firms Under New Decree
Fidel Castro's government nationalizes 167 American-owned firms in Cuba in retaliation for the U.S. embargo, leaving 213 untouched. Notable seized entities include Sears Roebuck, Woolworth's, and the Riviera hotel, with Moa Bay Mining Co. excluded. The Navy base at Guantanamo remains untouched, and compensation is promised from sugar-sale proceeds.
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Kennedy Charges False Issue In Illinois Campaign
AP dispatch from Chicago suburb Carpentersville reports Senator Kennedy accusing Nixon of raising a false issue to block federal education funding. He notes a 44 44 Senate tie on school aid, claims Nixon refused to vote to break ties, and argues safeguards exist for federal education funds. Kennedy appeals for suburban voters as Illinois weighs its 27 electoral votes.
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Byrd Stands Firm On Right-to-Work Issue In Virginia
Senator Harry F. Byrd reiterates opposition to federal repeal of state right-to-work laws, signaling no clear backing for Kennedy in Virginia. The statement follows Kennedy's announced campaign visit to Richmond Norfolk and Roanoke, with Byrd stressing the danger to individual liberties if federal action ends state protections.
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14 Villagers Killed in Java Raid by Armed Gang
Reports from Jakarta say a 100-man armed gang raided the West Java village of Djabal Girimukti Sunday night, killing fourteen villagers in the attack. Authorities have not released further details on casualties or motive.
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Soviet Press Cuba In UN Urging Quick Debate
The Soviet bloc expected to push for swift General Assembly debate on Cuban charges that the United States plans a large invasion. Cuba’s Manuel Bisbe warned against steering-group decisions to shift the issue to a committee or delay assembly consideration. Raul Roa cited recent American executions and alleged U.S. arms drops in Cuba.
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Gold Opens Higher On London Market Despite Denials
Gold opened at 37.80 and rose to 38.36 an ounce on the London bullion market amid ongoing buying. Officials deny US plans to raise the 35 dollar price. A firm’s spokesman warned prices could climb to 40.60 or drop sharply with a single major order. The London price is fixed by five companies, and traders wait to see market direction.
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