23 May 1954
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Newspaper
Amarillo Sunday News Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1954
Page
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Editors note explains that the cold war is viewed as a global struggle led by the United States against communism. The Associated Press polled reporters for up to date, detailed reports to measure progress as of today, highlighting money and village leadership as influential factors.
A survey by the Associated Press finds India alienated from the United States while Indochina moves toward Communist influence. France hesitates with misgivings as the U.S. and Britain coolly watch, amid ideological battles and subtle Soviet gains.
The article argues the Cold War progress from an American viewpoint is discouraging yet not hopeless. It notes Berlin and Geneva conferences damaged confidence in the United States and cites Vienna editor Oskar Pollak saying the world is losing faith in U.S. leadership. It highlights military strength and aid like the Marshall Plan as key factors, with details omitted.
The piece notes psychology, personalities, and offhand factors influence Cold War attitudes. It highlights divergent views of Eisenhower and Dulles, with Scandinavians favoring Eisenhower, Britons unsettled by Dulles, and France Yugoslavia and Middle Eastern nations showing varied reactions to U S policy.
About 400 industry railroad and shipping representatives from five states converge in Amarillo for the 31st annual joint meetings of the Southwest Shippers Advisory Board and the Southwestern Industrial Traffic League. The Herring Hotel hosts through Thursday with local setup by the chamber of commerce traffic committee led by H. O. Willborn and Amarillo Traffic Club overseen by Bill Newman. A highlight is Thursday’s joint luncheon with the Amarillo Rotary Club featuring Elmer Layden, former Notre Dame star and Rose Bowl champion, now with General American Transportation Corp. Reservations have been received from various delegates.
American evangelist Billy Graham filled Wembley Stadium with about 120000 during his farewell London crusade event. He spoke to thousands in the infields and aisles after a 67000 turnout at White City earlier the same evening. Archbishop Geoffrey Fisher sat nearby as BBC cameras relayed the service across the British Isles.
Belgrade protests Italy over the seizure of four Yugoslav soldiers by an Italian gunboat on Thursday. Italy released the men and arranged their homeward passage as tensions rise over the Trieste dispute. A Yugoslav official handed the protest to Italy’s ambassador.
Bob Young and William White will face each other on Meet the Press tonight. The Canadian Tex., boy turned railroad figure, and Central president White will be interviewed jointly. The program airs 9:30 to 10 PM on KGNC Radio. The Central’s annual meeting, where the proxy battle ends, is set for next Wednesday.
Senator McCarthy at a Wisconsin banquet links his dispute with the Army to Teapot Dome precedents. He recalls Coolidge’s 1924 demand for cabinet testimony and accuses the administration of denying access to files and names. He urged the President to review past remarks and charges against aides Roy Cohn and Francis Carr.
Gen James A Van Fleet lands in Formosa amid reports Nationalist China seeks U S aid to defend islands 35 miles off Red China. He meets President Chiang Kai-shek for a second round of talks shortly after Defense Secretary Wilson leaves following sessions with Chiang.
South Korea proposes nationwide elections with UN supervision and troop withdrawal from the North. Chou En-lai rejects UN supervision and suggests a neutral organization to aid all Korean elections, likened to the failing Neutral Nations Supervisory Commission.
The Air Force disclosed that radar guides the B47E tail guns while an electronic brain pulls the trigger enabling remote controlled tail turret fire. GE and Avco Crosley produce the gun systems used on the six jet B47E and RB47E reconnaissance versions with tests conducted at Boeing Wichita.
American League totals show New York beating Boston 7 to 0 and Cleveland clubbing Baltimore 8 to 4 while Philadelphia topped Washington 10 to 8. National League results include Brooklyn defeating Pittsburgh 8 to 1 and Milwaukee losing 11 to 5 at Chicago with New York routing Philadelphia 5 to 0 and Cincinnati prevailing 4 to 2 over St. Louis.
In Plainview on May 22 more than 500 settlers gathered for the 26th Pioneer Round-Up sponsored by the Business and Professional Women's Club. Attendees recalling 1890s hardships shared stories while others joined a parade and evening entertainments, including a square dance and reunions with old friends.
A compiled list shows multiple ceremonies across institutions. Key events include Price College St Marys Academy Blessed Martin Mission Our Lady of Guadalupe baccalaureates in Sacred Heart Cathedral and various commencements at Amarillo College Carver High School Amarillo High School and West Texas State College. Speakers include Rev A H Roarriguez Rev W J Reichel Rev Frances Smyer Dr Newton J Robison Dr Eugene Slater Dr Robert Skinner and more scheduled through early June.
Partly cloudy skies for Amarillo and vicinity with scattered afternoon and evening thundershowers. Heaviest rainfall expected east of Amarillo Sunday. Radar showed showers from 30 miles east to Wheeler and Shamrock and in the Silverton area with a trace of rain in downtown Amarillo around 6 PM.
Russell Brines reports that President Ike warns a fresh shipment arrival is unsettling. He cites security concerns and potential impacts on policy, urging cautious oversight. Officials in Washington weigh logistical challenges and public reaction as moves unfold.
Rep. Hillings says two or more arms ships bound for Guatemala may be under Red direction from behind the Iron Curtain. He notes a 2000 ton shipment from Poland and urges scrutiny by a special House committee on communism. He mentions possible interviews with Guatemalan exiles in Mexico City and a planned June trip to Europe.
Morning weather summary notes 1954 Amarillo records show sun on 130 of 142 days. Comparative readings at 3 PM report wind and visibility conditions with scattered skies and broken data for Houston and Amarillo.
Partly cloudy and cooler across Amarillo and West Texas with scattered afternoon or evening thundershowers. Monday remains partly cloudy and mild with a low near 58 and a high near 78 on Sunday. New Mexico shows scattered showers and thunderstorms Sunday into Sunday night with cooler east areas. Max yesterday reached 85 with a low of 53. precipitation 0.06 inches in 24 hours. Sunrise 5 37 AM Sunset 7 49 PM.
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