Fidel Castro mobilizes followers for Havana rally
Havana gripped by tense expectancy as Fidel Castro directs a Civic Plaza rally to answer the OAS denunciation of Cuban meddling. Speculation swirls over a possible diplomatic break with the United States or recognition of Communist China amid Western Hemisphere tensions.
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Castro Seizes Minimax Chain in Havana Province
Fidel Castro's government seized the five million dollar Minimax supermarket chain in Havana province as part of mobilizing followers for unity against perceived aggressions. The formal order targets American operators and several subsidiaries for alleged hostile conduct toward Cuban employees.
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A Tid y Housewife Finds Tomatoes on Fairmont Ave
A Down-Crier item reports a tidy housewife picking up scattered newsprint on Fairmont Ave and discovering a large bag of fine tomatoes among the debris. The owner may reclaim them at 1845 S Loudoun St. plus other local notes.
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Fairmont Ave
S. Loudoun St
Khrushchev’s Bold New York UN Mission
Khrushchev plans a high profile trip to New York for the U.N. Assembly to bolster his standing in the Communist movement and pressure the United States. He may turn the session into a de facto summit, aiming to sell universal disarmament while keeping China isolated, and likely to attract other world leaders.
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Khrushchev to Lead Soviet Bloc Chiefs to U.N. Assembly
Khrushchev plans a second U.N. General Assembly appearance with top Soviet bloc leaders joining him. Eisenhower likely to attend and speak. Macmillan and de Gaulle may attend with mixed expectations. U.N. security tightens with 175 unarmed guards and heavy police presence around the complex.
Frederick County enrollment rises with 4685 first day total
Frederick County Schools opened with 4,685 students, up from 4,614 last year, but more than 100 pupils were absent. Superintendent Robert E. Ayler urged immediate enrollment as about 125 students remained unaccounted for. High and elementary totals showed gains, while James Wood High reported 1,416 enrollees.
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Artillery Blast Kills 15 U S Soldiers in Germany
Fifteen American soldiers were killed and 28 wounded when an artillery shell exploded in a tent camp outside the artillery impact area during a training exercise at Grafenwoehr Germany. The incident involved the 3rd Armored Division cavalry unit with an investigation opened. Names of the dead and injured were withheld.
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Grafenwoehr
Bavaria
Holiday Delays Economic Effects Of Pennsy Strike
The Labor Day weekend delays the impact of Pennsylvania Railroad shutdown with scattered layoffs and disrupted travel. Commuters faced homeward congestion in New York and Philadelphia while highway traffic increased and connections to Washington were severed.
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James M. Symes
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Washington
Pennsy Strike Effects Not Felt Here Yet
The Pennsylvan ia strike has not yet disrupted local freight, with offices closed but truck shipping continuing. Local customers report operations normal for now, though a prolonged strike could hinder, as firms like Murphy Brothers and regional fruit companies pivot to truck transport.
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Congress adjourns after clash over sugar and TV fairness
The 86th Congress adjourned after a four week session with both parties claiming setbacks. Key battles over a watchdog for political broadcasts and a Dominican sugar quota flared and died. Hawaii statehood labor reform and a civil rights bill marked major actions while Kennedy and Nixon eyed the post session landscape.
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Stonewall Jackson Headquarters Opens to Public
The Stonewall Jackson Headquarters at 415 N Braddock St opens daily 9 am to 5 pm with a hostess guiding visitors. City Council funded 20009 to preserve it as a historical shrine. The Memorial owns the property and other Jackson sites and plans to display period items and wartime memorabilia. Donations of furniture letters uniforms and memorabilia are welcomed.
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Pioneer Pension Promoter Francis Townsend Dies at 93
Los Angeles AP Dr Francis E Townsend pioneer pension promoter for senior citizens dies at 93 after pneumonia and age related complications. He led Townsend Clubs with as many as 30 million members and campaigned for a federal old age security program. He died in St Vincent's Hospital after a long career advocating elderly welfare.
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Francis E. Townsend
St Vincent's Hospital
Washington, D.C
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Kennedy Says Khrushchev Should Realize Election Is On
Senator John F Kennedy said Khrushchev should realize an election is underway and the United States will decide its president. He rejected outside intervention and noted Khrushchev could come to the United Nations to press propaganda but would be met by US work. During a Boston fundraiser with 200 businessmen, about 130 guests contributed 500 to 1000 dollars each. Kennedy forecast a tight race, saying polls show parity and that hard work could win. He pledged to return if victorious and released his prepared speech before leaving.
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John F. Kennedy
Nikita Khrushchev
United Nations
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U.N
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Maine
No Star Monday No Star Monday Labor Day Closure
The Star will not publish on Monday due to Labor Day. No edition or notices will appear in print or online on that holiday.
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The
Star
Clash in Bakwanga Leaves Hundreds Dead in Kasai
United Nations reports a flareup between Congolese soldiers and partisans in Bakwanga Kasai, killing at least 270 with many mutilations. A U N plane evacuated wounded, while UN commander Gen Carl von Horn ordered stops to transports. The 125 Tunisian UN unit placed troops at a club as Belgian residents fled.
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Bakwanga
United Nations
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Moseberck
National Fruit Lists Sets Top Price for Apples
The National Fruit Product Co announces prices for apples this year with No. 1 York Imperial two and three quarter inch at 3.25 per hundredweight, up from 2.50 last year. Other grades rise too. Delivery to Sans Shee begins Sept 6, with Sept 12 onward on a week to week basis. Also ad: WANTED delivery boy for daytime work at Rhodes Drug Co. and a feature on HALE HARRISON BRILLIANT.
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