Soviet thermonuclear progress and Middle East arms shipment
Pravda previews publication of Soviet thermonuclear research while Kurchatov cites million-degree tests and peaceful uses. An additional Russian interview details progress as authorities discuss declassification and prestige. Separate items note a new Saudi arms shipment and Egypt recognizing Communist China.
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Pravda
Igor Kurchatov
Harwell Laboratory
England
Kurchatov
Soviet Union
Izvestia
Two Suspects Charged In Bank Robbery Case
Two suspects filed December 2 1953 in connection with the October 16 1953 robbery of John Hamm appeared for arraignment. Mason charged with robbing Hamm of 1400 dollars with the Cause continued as he sought more time to plead. Also a wrongful death suit filed in Superior Court 1 seeks 15000 dollars for fatal injuries to farm hand near Pendleton April 18 1955. Plaintiff Mrs Freda A Carpenter widow of Virgil H Carpenter. defendant Robert A Hosier Pendleton Rt 1. Suit by Byer and Gaus. Plaintiff says unprotected power take off pulled Carpenter into tractor. he died April 25 1955. Superior Court 1 jury later awarded 2010 dollars against the Sears estate to Maud Silverthorn. Attorneys Quicker, McClintock, Fidler, McDaniels represented claimants and estate respectively.
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John Hamm
Mason
Hamm
Pendleton
Freda A. Carpenter
Virgil H. Carpenter
Robert A. Hosier
Rt. 1
Byer and Gaus Law Firm
St. John’s Hospital
Superior Court 1
Jesse A. Sears
Maud Silverthorn
Daniel D. Quicker
Burton McClintock
Lee B. Fidler
Everett McDaniels
Tempo Encourages Honesty and Press Alliance
A community leader urges good men to continue their service and emphasizes that honest conduct earns recognition. He notes a viable partnership with the press when openness and integrity guide actions.
Anderson fair to finish new barn for entries and seating
1956 Anderson event plans a 40 by 100 foot barn under construction to house all entries with timely completion. Infield parking will be managed by the Anderson Junior Chamber of Commerce, with Sigma Alpha Chi sorority ushers. Concession spaces are filling fast and fair proceeds will aid parks systems and fund the new horse barn. Fair Board members include Louis Dietzen, Walter Patton, Harold Norton, George Laman, and Ken-
Senate Debates Soil Bank Ahead of Weekend Vote
The Senate pushed to vote on a soil bank bill with advance payments debated and several amendments. Eisenhower asked for authority to advance up to 3 percent of benefits to farmers next year, while senators proposed limits on rice, cotton, and price supports, aiming to launch the program in 1957.
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Senate Appropriations
Richard B. Russell
House
Senate
Eisenhower
Congress
Soil Bank
Sen
H. Alexander Smith
U.S
Sen. Aikens
R-Vi
Sen. Young
R-Nd
Sen. Schoeppel
R-Kan
Local officials refuse oil drilling permits in conservation area
Craig reports decision after consulting engineering experts that the public interest favors denying further leases or drilling permits in the fish, game and waterfowl area. He notes existing drilling has not interfered with the primary purpose and may continue in a way that preserves conservation.
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Craig
Department
Black Testifies on Secret Material Theft and Spy Ties
Black, linked by Harry Gold as a Russian spy recruiter, testified that secret items were stolen not turned over. He described joining the Communist Party in 1931, under Gaik Ovakimian, and being ordered to infiltrate Trotskyism in Mexico City. He claimed orders to arrange Trotsky’s assassination, and noted Trotsky’s 1940s murder by Jacques Monard after Stalin’s rise.
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McCarthy
Black
Harry Gold
Subcommittee
Robert Morris
Communist Party
Gaik Ovakimian
Mexico City
Trosky
Josef Stalin
Russia
Lenin
Schwartz
Governor Probes Oil Lease Vote On Preserve Royalties
The State Conservation Commission approved a lease with Indiana to collect 25 percent royalties on oil from the preserve in a 3 to 1 vote. One commissioner sought to alter his stance citing potential contamination from drilling.
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State Conservation Commission
Indiana
Lions Club Home Show Draws Thousands in Anderson
Last night the Anderson area attracted thousands as a 540 foot tent hosted a major Lions Club Home Show. William Hammons and Charles Roof urged members to report at 10 PM to start dismantling with final cleanup set for Saturday.
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Anderson
Lions Club
William Hammons
Charles Roof
Anderson Lions
Camp Tanglewood to Host Girl Scout Camping Unit
The 1956 project funds a camping unit at Camp Tanglewood east of the city for Girl Scouts. A kitchen shelter and four Adirondack sleep-shacks will be built with an approximate value of 3500 dollars.
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Camp Tanglewood
State Politicos Eye Delegates in Indiana Governor Race
Handley a rival to Craig aims to win delegates while denying organizational control Branigin cautions Republicans to bear the burden of the Craig administration He will not commit on a gas tax increase until the Democratic platform passes and plans to slow toll road programs if elected Headquarters split between Indianapolis and Lafayette Elizabeth Oertling to run Claypool Hotel office Wilbur C Young seeks renomination to lead state education department William Shaw directs Knox district in pursuit of unity for Branigin or Johnston Millis, a Republican gubernatorial hopeful, issues a statement
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Handley
Craig
Branigin
Indianapolis
Lafayette
Elizabeth Oertling
Henry F. Schricker
Claypool
Wilbur C. Young
William Shaw
Knox
Thomas R. Johnston
Frank T. Millis
Indiana Campaign Proposals Highlight Tax Relief and School Reform
A Republican candidate pledges influence to lower federal income taxes to more reasonable levels via governors conferences and Indiana congressmen. In Owensville, B. W. Johnson lists school reforms including stronger teacher authority, careful textbook screening, enhanced vocational training, government education, and emergency state aid for poor districts. He cites unresolved school building needs and supports district consolidation.
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Governors
Indiana
B. W. Johnson
Owensville
Johnson
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