What happened on February 6, 1963?

Headlines from February 6, 1963

• ✈️ Aircraft Orders Boost Stocks – Large orders to McDonnell Aircraft lead to market recovery, with rail shares also gaining traction amid active trading.
• 🏛️ Kennedy Seeks Mental Health Funds – President Kennedy requests Congress to approve a $400 million plan to enhance mental health services across the U.S.
• 🗳️ Iran Promises Honest Elections – Iran's Premier Alam pledges to hold elections within five months, emphasizing the need for land reform first.
• 🇨🇦 Canadian Cabinet Toppled – Prime Minister Diefenbaker's government falls due to a no-confidence vote over nuclear defense policy.
• 🌍 Farm Aid for New Nations – A U.N. science group is urged to enhance agricultural research and support for newly independent nations.
• 🎾 Women's Tennis Competition Set – Wimbledon announces a new team competition for women's tennis, modeled after the Davis Cup, scheduled for 1964.
• 📈 Tax Cut Supported by Economists – Three economists back a proposed tax cut during a congressional panel discussion, despite concerns over spending.
• 📚 New Education Aid Proposal – President's new education aid package emphasizes selectivity, requiring localities to contribute funding.
• 🏞️ Panel for Recreation Set Up – A citizens' group is established to promote federal park laws, supported by a $50,000 fund.
• 📰 Congress Focuses on Inquiries – Congress is engaged in 60 investigations, including security issues and studies related to Cuba.