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Amarillo Daily News

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1954

Page

2

Symington Slams McCarthy in Army Hearing Feud

Washington reports Sen. Symington of Missouri rebuked Sen. McCarthy over charges he and aides instigated Democratic plots to wreck the two party system. The clash tied in with CIA and Schine matters as hearings reveal Stevens and Clifford actions and calls.

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Protests on Gas Ruling Prompt Quick Senate Reaction

Johnson and Shepperd urge Congress to review the Supreme Court decision on natural gas regulation. Texas leaders warn the ruling could curb state control, press for rehearing or legislative clarifications, while others anticipate a new law to shield independents from FPC oversight.

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Sober convention draws about 1000 AA attendees in Fort Worth

Fort Worth hosts the ninth annual Alcoholics Anonymous conference starting Friday. About 1,000 sober participants are expected to attend the convention, reflecting a strong local turnout for the event.

Fort Worth Alcoholics Anonymous

Gas Industry Plans Minimum Price Move Without Legislation

The article describes the gas industry fighting a ruling and seeking to fix a minimum rate without new legislation. If the commission maintains the stance, the next step would be to approach the governor, though a special session before the summer primary is doubtful. Some producers see it as effective campaign leverage. The prospect of states rights could rally support for minimum price measures.

Shivers

Molotov Bidault Talk Over Indochina Peace Commission

Soviet diplomat Molotov and French Foreign Minister Bidault met in a cordial session about a neutral commission to police a ceasefire in Indochina. Discussions focused on including one Communist nation and three Asian states, with the United States opposing a Communist seat. Delegates largely vacationed for Pentecost while positions remained uncertain.

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Castro Wheat Harvest Opens in Dimmit Area

First 1954 wheat to be harvested in this area arrived at the Dimmitt Wheat Growers Elevator. Ross Summers, who farms seven miles south of Dimmitt, brought in a 6400 pound load. Wheat tested 64 pounds per bushel with 13.05 percent moisture. Summers reported about 25 bushels per acre.Harvesting will begin generally about a week from today.

Dimmitt Dimmitt Wheat Growers Ross Summers Dimimitt

Hoegh Leads Iowa Primary Vote Totals

Des Moines June 7 Atty Gen Leo A Hoegh leads GOP governor race with 12 304 votes from 392 of 2481 precincts. Opponents include William H Nicholas Ernest Palmer A B Chambers William Lynes and Ben Ellsworth. Democratic nominee Clyde E Herring unopposed for governor with no rival.

Des Moines Leo A. Hoegh Iowa Hoegh William H. Nicholas Ernest Palmer A. B. Chambers William §. Lynes Ben Ellsworth Ottumwa Thomas E. Martin U.S Guy M. Gillette Clyde E. Herring

Tornado Hits Kerr-McGee Refinery In Oklahoma

A small tornado struck near Wynnewood Oklahoma damaging the Kerr-McGee oil refinery about 9 PM injuring at least one person. The Garvin County sheriff's office sent three trucks to clear downed trees while officials assessed about $15,000 in refinery damage.

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Rain Floods Big Spring in Texas Downpour

A 315 inch rain flooded the west end of Big Spring Texas. The downpour lasted an hour and a half with golf ball size hail. National Guard units the Red Cross and other disaster agencies were deployed to the area by boat.

Big Spring Tex National Guard Red Cross

Insurance inquiry touches on VanCronkhite ties to Lloyds firm

Shivers and a public relations aide testified in the insurance inquiry about VanCronkhite being hired to foster cordial relations with the insurance department. VanCronkhite denied using political influence and said he cut ties with the Houston firm when it could not manage its affairs. Shivers recalled a telephone conversation linking Yar borough to an initial contact by Hammond and a referral to Herman Jones, arguing the probe aims to close weak insurers, regardless of VanCronkhite’s departure.

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Amarillo Today Events Include Park Swim Classes

Amarillo Today lists a morning swimming class for boys at Thompson Park and an evening Amarillo Community Council meeting at Amarillo Center on 2101 Harrison. The council discusses formation of an education division.

Thompson Park Amarillo

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