Two gunmen kill youth at Shamrock chase
More than 100 law officers surrounded a pasture near Shamrock waiting for daybreak to trap two armed killers who had killed Victor Lee Stephens, 19, and wounded two officers during a running gun battle from Texola Oklahoma to the J B Stephens Ranch north of Route 66. An Air Force plane from Yinker AFB was to drop flares at 2 a.m. as authorities sought the pair.
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Texola
Okla
J. B. Stephens
Here
U.S. Highway 66
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Yinker Afb
Oklahoma City
Victor Lee Stephens
Can I Go Along Stephens Victim in Texas Shootout
Victor Lee Stephens joined a pursuit of two fugitives in Shamrock Texas when he was killed. Sheriff John Rainey and Deputy Luke Henley faced gunfire as the pair were tracked in a brush area. Stephens, 1955 high school graduate and State Highway Department employee, left behind parents, a brother and two sisters.
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Victor Lee
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Amarillo Weather Outlook Fair With Cooler Monday
Amarillo area forecasts show fair conditions this Sunday and Monday. Cooler temperatures arrive Monday with lows near 33 and highs around 67. Panhandle and South Plains also expect fair skies and cooler air on Monday.
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Weather summary for 1956 readings across Texas and Oklahoma
Morning sun over Amarillo for 318 of 336 days in 1956. Saturday readings at 3 p m show clear skies. Houston 4 mph wind 15 miles visibility, Dallas 8 mph clear, Oklahoma City calm 15 miles, Amarillo 8 mph 15 miles clear. KGNC TV Colorcast and Alcoa Hour listed for 8 p m.
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Refugee Plan Boosts Hungarian Quota to 21,500
President Eisenhower ordered 21,500 Hungarian refugees to the United States under an emergency program, up from 5,000, to aid victims of Soviet oppression. The White House said the larger number would be brought here with utmost speed as Secretary Dulles prepared to review the Middle East situation.
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Amarillo launches Red Cross drive for Hungarian refugees
Potter County chapter of the American Red Cross asks Amarillo for 4000 dollars as part of a 5 million dollar relief fund for Hungarian refugees. Jeff Neely notes the Red Cross is the only international agency allowed in Hungary and that Austrian authorities request aid. Ike Burnett cites 50000 daily meals in Budapest rising to 200000 by year end. Donations can be sent to Red Cross Amarillo. Convoys already moving 382 tons of surplus food coal and medicines.
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Animals Christmas Story strip begins in The Daily News
Coming Monday the Animals' Christmas setting of the Christmas Story strip starts in The Daily News with the Valley of the Small Ones as the community Yuletide preparations unfold. The excitement is contagious and will be seen tomorrow.
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Grim manhunt grips Shamrock area for two killers
In Shamrock Texas a major manhunt mobilizes law officers from surrounding towns and National Guard units after the killing of 19 year old Victor Lee Stephens and wounding two others. The posse plans to cover a two section tract five miles east of Shamrock with volunteers providing aid and food as more than a hundred officers gear up.
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Wheeler County
Bus Dorman
Dripping Springs
Tex
Victor Lee Stephens
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Amarillo
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C. E. Travis
Potter County
Travis
FHA hikes FHA loan rates in government move
The government raised FHA insured loan rates from 4 1/2 to 5 percent effective December 4, aiming to bolster mortgage funds. Critics call it an added hardship for low and middle income buyers while proponents see broader financing for homeowners and lenders. A $10 000 25 year loan would cost about $899 more in interest. payments rise from $55.60 to $58.50 monthly.
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Crisis in Middle East Blamed on Phony Tensions
State Department officials fear a phony crisis between Syria and Iraq could spark a wider Middle East explosion. Syria seeks UN protection against alleged preparations by Turkey Israel Britain and France, though Washington sees no real buildup or intent.
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Christmas Shopping Time for Carrier Delayed Visit
Thanksgiving is past and December urges Christmas shopping. The carrier boy will call at your door soon. If no one is home, pay your bill at the Circulation Department in the Globe News Building.
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Dollar Day Monday Opens Amarillo Stores Late
Tomorrow is Dollar Day with local shops in Amarillo staying open until 9 p.m. Earl Allmand of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce confirms the observance and hours.
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Earl Allmand
Santa and the Secret Room Christmas story in Amarillo Globe-Times
Princess Anne and Alexander seek the king behind a palace door. They meet a wicked sorcerer whose powers turn people to stone. Alexander must save Santa Claus and free the townsfolk in time for Christmas. The tale begins Tuesday December 4 in The Amarillo Globe-Times, spans 17 chapters.
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