Patterson Defeats Jackson for 10th Round TKO
In New York Patterson scored a decisive 10th round stoppage over Tommy Jackson to defend his world heavyweight title. Patterson knocked Jackson down multiple times, dominated throughout, and the fight ended 1:52 into the 10th round with Patterson claiming all three scores 9-0. Jackson had previously fallen in rounds 1 2 and 9 as the champion maintained overwhelming offense.
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Floyd Patterson
Hurricane Jackson
Polo Grounds
Jackson
Patterson
New York
Tommy
Hurricane) Jackson
Ruby Goldstein
Aremendous
Sean
Ningghee
Goldstein
Hurricane
Associated Press
Bill Recht
Joe Agnello
Suspect Questioned In Church Breakin
City police and detectives questioned an 18 year old local youth in connection with a break in at the Long Place Church of God Sun ny. The suspect was nabbed Sunday at 9 30 p m after the caretaker found him in the church. He said he was searching for a wallet believed lost in the church but investigators found a crowbar prying open a door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Long Place
Church of God Sunny
Allen Cronk
Robert Martin
Thief Removes Drive Shaft Halting Car in Topeka
John R. Reed attempted to start his car in Topeka Kansas but it would not move when a thief had removed the drive shaft leaving the vehicle immobilized.
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Topeka, Kan
John R. Reed
Ad Not Result, Dog Chloe Finds Her Way Home
A classifieds note explains Chloe the dog did not require help returning home. She traveled several miles from the supermarket to her house, proving she knew her path. The ad emphasizes Chloe was not lost and cared for by no one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chloe
Lost Dog Chloe In A P Parking Lot
Female black and tan dog named Chloe, about 45 pounds, part German Shepherd and collie. Last seen in the A P parking lot. Childs pet. Reward offered. Please call for return.
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A&p
Chloe
Classifieds: The Human Side of Advertising and Help
Describing classified ads as the human touch in a newspaper, the feature portrays how this personal service aids readers in buying selling renting locating and finding job solutions through direct contact with advertisers and community members.
Rain lifts drought grip in Northeast and Mid-Atlantic
A week of predicted rain brought relief to crops across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. New York state saw heavier downpours easing the Northern Hudson Valley drought while the Lower Hudson Valley remained critical. Eastern Long Island received a million-dollar cloudburst yielding over an inch of rain, reducing irrigation needs. Massachusetts reported substantial rainfall but southeastern drought persisted. Connecticut and New Hampshire prepared emergency measures as forest fire risk eased. Philadelphia area saw a dramatic rain shower offering drought relief, while New Jersey received scattered showers with limited crop revival. Sixteen cloud seeding machines were deployed to boost rainfall across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Long Island
New York State
Hudson Valley
U. S. Weather Y Bureau
Massachusetts
North Brookfield
State Department of Agriculture
Connecticut
New Hampshire
Philadelphia
New Jersey
British Jets Hit Oman Rebels With Heavy Attack
British Venom jets carried their heaviest assault against Oman tribesmen at Birkat near Izki. Ground forces moved toward Buraimi to prepare for an infantry action. Sultan of Oman troops, including Cameronian Highlanders, joined the forward base as a mutiny claim was denied.
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Oman
Buraimi
Royal Air Force
Birkat
Izki
Sultan of Oman
Turdal Oman
Knowland Gains Backing in Jury Trial Fight on Civil Rights Bill
Senate Republican Leader William F. Knowland said he has picked up support for opposing a jury trial guarantee in President Eisenhower's civil rights bill. He noted gains from both parties and signaled readiness to vote on the O Mahoney amendment, a key test as debate weeks continue amid warnings of a filibuster if the measure fails.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
William F. Knowland
Eisenhower
Democrats
Republic
Knowland
Five Alexandria residents die in weekend traffic crashes
A weekend series of Indiana traffic deaths claims three Alexandria residents and two former residents. James Lee Walston, 31, died when his car collided with a loaded steel truck on Ind. 9. Mrs. Marguerite Humphries, 57, and her deputy Mrs. Alma Black perished in an auto truck crash near Elkhart. Lawrence W. Mullins, 51, and his son Lawrence Jr., 31, died when a car rammed another vehicle and struck a tree on Ind. 1. All five bodies were taken to Davis and Strider Funeral Home. Funeral details and burial sites follow for each victim.
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Alexandria
Indiana
James Lee Walston
S. Canal St
Ind. 9
Marguerite Humphries
Alma Black
Elkhart
Lawrence W. Mullins
Rt. 2
Laconia
Ind
Lawrence Jr
Mullins
Ind l
Corydon
Davis
Madison County
James Walston
Canal St
George Roloff
Indianapolis
Fred Hiday
Walston
Roloff
St. John’s Hospital
Davis and Strider
Nashville
Ark
Latimer Funeral Home
Mt. Joy
Pike County
Patricia Ann Walston
Daisy
Humphries
Charles Taylor
Bellaire Methodist Church
Ben S. Black
IOOF
McCarty
Zeis Reverses State Police Demotion in Indiana
Indiana State Police Superintendent Harold S Zeis eased a demotion order against Capt Harry Sutherlin and Lt Kermit Lewis, allowing them to keep their ranks. He transferred them to the business administration division with Sutherlin overseeing building construction and Lewis handling cost control in the automotive section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Indiana
Harold S. Zeis
Zeis
Harry Sutherlin
Kermit Lewis
Sutherlin
Lewis
Sutherln
U S Officials Hint At Open Skies Step In Disarmament
In London Secretary of State Dulles stressed the need for a practical start toward disarmament between East and West. He met Eisenhower’s request to assess U N disarmament talks and the Open Skies concept as a path to reduce surprise attacks and ease global tensions. The talks remain fragile as Western diplomats warn the gap with Soviet positions is wide while eyes stay on a possible limited accord. The U S aims to determine whether negotiations should continue or recess after meetings here.
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U.S
London
United States
Dulles
Eisenhower
U.N
Geneva
Britain
France
Canada
Soviet Russia
Russia
United Nations General Assembly
Washington
Edwin L. Butler Dies at 48 Former Elks Leader in Anderson
Edwin L. Butler 48 of Tower Apartments died unexpectedly after a heart attack early Monday at his home and died at St John’s Hospital. He owned a local printing business and was immediate past exalted ruler of Anderson Lodge 209 of Elks. Butler had been active in civic groups including the Chamber of Commerce Trinity Episcopal Church and Downtown Coaches Club. Survivors include his brother Kenneth Butler and nephew David Butler. Funeral arrangements are at Albri ht Funeral Home with a requiem Eucharist at Trinity Episcopal Church.
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Edwin L. Butler
Tower Apartments
Anderson Lodge
Elks
Butler
St. John's Hospital
Ohio
Lloyd Butler
Anderson
Anderson High School
University of Arizona
Elks Lodge
Lodge of Masons
Madison County Shrine Club
Chamber of Commerce
Columbia Club
Anderson Country Club
Trinity Episcopal Church
Downtown Coaches Club
Beta Phi Sigma
Kenneth Butler
The
David Butler
Albright
George A. Burns
East Maplewood Cemetery
Get Roads Inquiry Calls in Marion County Grand Jury
Six present and past state employees were subpoenaed to testify Tuesday in the third phase of a Marion County grand jury investigation of Indiana's highway scandal. The probe centers on how an Austin moving contractor received an $8,850 check from the State Highway Department for work he didn’t perform. Marvin Preble said someone in the right of way division notified him the check was available. Deputy Prosecutor Asa Smith said other witnesses will be questioned, including Richard Harms, Loren Winkler, Doris Sanders, Bobby Pile, Charles Bryast, and Rose Ellis.
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Indianapolis
ILP
Marion County
Indiana
Austin
State Highway Department
Marvin Preble
State Board of Accounts Examiners
Richard Harms
Accounts Board
Loren S. Winkler
Doris Sanders
Bobby Pile
Charles Bryast
Rose Ellis
Pleasant Weather Expected With Lower Humidity This Week
The weather outlook predicts mild 80s highs and easing humidity through Thursday. Yesterday’s plant reading reached 86 with a 67 low at Anderson Sewage. Winchesters reported 2.03 inches of rain while southern Indiana awaited afternoon showers. Weekend picnic plans may see temps rise slightly with partly cloudy skies and no rain forecast.
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Anderson
Associated Press
Winchester
Indiana
Nine Million Increase in Madison County Taxables Shown
Madison County auditors report a 1957 net valuation rise of about 9 million dollars over 1956. Total assessables reach 167,875,725 with real estate at 100,572,910 and personal property at 65,038,905. Exemptions total 14,035,635, as city, township, and school unit valuations are itemized for budgeting and levies.
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Madison County
Jesse Biddle
Anderson City
Anderson Township
Anderson
Adams
Boone
Duckcreek
Fallcreek
Green
Jackson
Lafayette
Monroe
Pipecreek
Richland
Chesterfield
Country Club
Edgewood
Elwood
Pipe Creek
Frankton
Gimco
Ingalls
Lapel
Markleville
Orestes
Pendleton
River Forest
Summitville
Woodlawn Heights
Attorney May File Sheppard Murder Charge
A Cleveland attorney said he will file Ohio murder charges against Donald J Wedler if the Florida convict signs a statement admitting killing Marilyn Sheppard. He claims the confession fits details known to Dr Samuel Sheppard's defense and plans to move in Ohio to pursue the case. Cleveland detectives question Wedler's precise knowledge of the case.
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Donald Joseph Wedler
Ohio
Cleveland
Wedler
Corrigan
James E. McArthur
Sheppard
Ground Purchased for New Anderson Armory Site
State officials confirm the purchase of a four acre tract on the east side of Ind 109 bypass, south of 5th Street Road, for a larger National Guard Armory in Anderson. The deal, arranged through attorney George Chambers for Shedhan Myers property, was approved by Judge Henry Schrenker. A modern complex is planned to replace the present armory on 7th and Main Streets, with anticipated double the size and new parking facilities.
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National Guard
Anderson
Ind. 109
5Th St. Rd
National Guard Armory Board
George Chambers
Shedhan Myers
Henry Schrenker
Madison County Superior Court No
Camp McCoy
Wis
7Th and
Main Sts
E. St. St
Lindbergh Rd
New Arrivals Born at St John’s Hospital to Local Families
Birth announcements list numerous families from addresses across the city, noting new sons and daughters born to Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, Anderson, Elliott, Horner, Rector, Burton, Granger, Rhey, Stout, Ku klenski, Mosier, Windham, Bashan, Deavers, Foist, and others. Includes twins and partial corrupted entries.
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St. John’s Hospital
Charles Johnson
Columbus Ave
Roy Anderson
W. 30Th St
Virgil Elliott
Crystal St
Richard Horner
Broadway
Joseph Rector
Main St
Elbert Burton
Delaware St
Robert Granger
Drexel Dr
Roland Rhey
Pendleton
Lorence Stout
Willow St
William J. Kuklenski
Indiana Ave
Kenneth Mosier
E. 31St St
Ensley Windham
Locust St
Milton Bashan
W. 8Th St
Bernard Deavers
Lincoln St
Leroy Foist
Andover Rd
Ore
Garychard
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Ninematic
By Waily Falk
Walter F. George
NATO
Vienna
Alex
Total
William F. (Bull) Halsey
Doctors Hospital
Fishers Island
N.Y
Pacific
Indiana State Police Board
Wayne M. Armstrong
Asa Smith
Stonycreek
Union
van Buren
Elweed
Civil Corporation
Country Club Heights
Gimeco
Lowell Aldridge
Shawnee Dr
Gene Bauer
Euclid Dr
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