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February 9, 1961

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Headlines from February 9, 1961

PRESIDENT AWAITS 'MISSILE GAP' DATA; Expects Report in 2 Weeks -- Says He Hopes It Will Show the U.S. 'Secure' KENNEDY AWAITS 'MISSILE GAP' DATA

By Jack Raymond Special To the New York Times

Kennedy holds Adm has come to no conclusions on 'missile gap,' news conf; indirectly identifies Sec McNamara as source of 1st statement; Repubs score conflicting repts; demand apology to Eisenhower and Repub Natl Com, charging Kennedy claims during election campaign were 'grand deception,'

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FEED-GAIN CUTS GAIN IN CONGRESS; Program to Limit Production and Raise Farm Income Given to Senate Panel FEED-GRAIN CUTS GAIN IN CONGRESS

By Tom Wicker Special To the New York Times

McGovern and Pres aide Schlesinger to conf with Argentina and Brazil on plan effects

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Millions in Damage Suits Threatened in Trust Case; SUIT THREATS RISE IN ANTITRUST CASE

By Russell Porter

cos face damage suits totaling millions; Fed Govt can sue only for actual damages; states and private cos can seek triple damages; GE will defend suits; Mayor Wagner says NYC will sue for triple damages

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Eisenhowers Begin Coast Holiday; COAST STAY BEGUN BY EISENHOWERS

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AUTO BAN LIFTED IN ALL BOROUGHS BUT MANHATTAN; Truck Congestion Here Cited -- Bronx-Jersey Traffic at 181st St. Is Exempt NEW STORM VEERS OFF School Buses to Run Today -- Classes Will Be Held Monday Despite Holiday AUTO BAN LIFTED FOR 4 BOROUGHS

By Peter Kihss

auto ban ended in all boros but Manhattan; pss to hold classes Lincoln's Birthday to make up for lost time; driving ban between Bronx and NJ eased; other traffic conditions; new storm to bypass city; Va, Md and Washington get up to 17 in

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1961John Kruk, American baseball player and sportscaster^[†]

John Martin Kruk is an American former professional baseball first baseman and outfielder. Kruk played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Diego Padres, Philadelphia Phillies, and Chicago White Sox from 1986 through 1995. During his career, he was a three-time MLB All-Star. After retiring as a player, Kruk became a baseball analyst for ESPN. He is now a color commentator for Phillies' games on NBC Sports Philadelphia.

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1961The Beatles at the Cavern Club: Lunchtime – The Beatles perform under this name at The Cavern Club for the first time following their return to Liverpool from Hamburg.^[†]

The Cavern Club at 10 Mathew Street, in Liverpool was the venue where the Beatles' UK popularity started. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Pete Best were first seen by Brian Epstein at the club. Epstein eventually became their manager, going on to secure them a record contract. Best was replaced by Ringo Starr on 16 August 1962, which upset many Beatles fans. After taunts of, "Pete forever, Ringo never!", one agitated fan headbutted Harrison in the club.

Historical Context for February 9, 1961

In 1961, the world population was approximately 3,064,869,675 people^[†]

Headlines from February 9, 1961

PRESIDENT AWAITS 'MISSILE GAP' DATA; Expects Report in 2 Weeks -- Says He Hopes It Will Show the U.S. 'Secure' KENNEDY AWAITS 'MISSILE GAP' DATA

FEED-GAIN CUTS GAIN IN CONGRESS; Program to Limit Production and Raise Farm Income Given to Senate Panel FEED-GRAIN CUTS GAIN IN CONGRESS

Millions in Damage Suits Threatened in Trust Case; SUIT THREATS RISE IN ANTITRUST CASE

Eisenhowers Begin Coast Holiday; COAST STAY BEGUN BY EISENHOWERS

AUTO BAN LIFTED IN ALL BOROUGHS BUT MANHATTAN; Truck Congestion Here Cited -- Bronx-Jersey Traffic at 181st St. Is Exempt NEW STORM VEERS OFF School Buses to Run Today -- Classes Will Be Held Monday Despite Holiday AUTO BAN LIFTED FOR 4 BOROUGHS

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