18 Aug 1958
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Newspaper
Arizona Daily Sun
Location
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1958
Page
1
A chaotic report notes financial and contractual tensions affecting upcoming events. Figures cite long standing fears over venue terms, sponsorships, and potential relocation to Tucson. Local teams and coaches resist changes while organizers push revenue and calendar considerations.
A cloudburst Sunday night washed out 15 feet of U.S. 66 near the New Mexico state line at Gallup. The highway was cut a hole 10 feet deep, with 107.31 inches of rain in Gallup over a short period. Traffic rerouted to State Route 53 and one way westbound flow to Springerville. eastbound through Window Rock blocked by rains. Authorities expect closure until late Monday or Tuesday.
The Flagstaff Public Library offered a one week moratorium on overdue book fines causing a rush to return items. Librarian Mrs. John Haley noted many books were months overdue with fines. patrons were not charged this week to recover library property.
Four defendants Estelle Sewell Rose Mary Davis Thomas Craver and Willie Hatriot were arraigned on assault and raping an officer charges after Special Officer Belton Smith was knifed while disarming a group outside a Winslow tavern Saturday night. Belton Smith was treated for non serious injuries and the hearings continued.
County authorities seek the sister of 70 year old Sam Subeck found dead in his trailer at Kinnikinick Lake. Sheriff Noble Pirtle said Subeck died apparently of natural causes and was found by Michael J. Sopjack in Phoenix. No inquest was called. Body taken to Flagstaff morgue.
Herman Kierdorf, a former Team ster official and ex-convict, turned himself in at a Pontiac drive-in after two weeks of mystery surrounding his nephew Frank Kierdorf’s death. Police doubted Frank set the fire that burned him at a dry cleaning shop in Flint. Kierdorf cited illness and relief at the end of the ordeal, while denying any link to the arson claim.
CAPE TOWN AP reports Prime Minister Johannes Strijdem remains in serious condition after a night of rest. The 62-year-old leader battles a heart ailment and blood disorder while hospitalized since August 7.
The Defense Ministry said China has increased its ground forces by nine divisions along the coast in Fukken province opposite Formosa.
U.S. Air Force leaders and scientists study the explosion that destroyed a Moon mission booster. Officials say a new launch attempt with a lunar orbiting satellite could occur soon, while preliminary reviews point to a possible random failure in early stages.
United Nations General Assembly considers a Western backed plan to resolve Middle East tensions. The draft, linked to Secretary General Hammarskjold, aimed to outline steps amid regional strain but faced stiff opposition from key Asian and Arab members. Major sponsors included Norway Canada and Denmark with US and Britain playing leading roles in drafting and support.
Teens Williams and Schulz flee from service stations after stealing a car in LaMay Missouri and drive through Winslow Arizona plagued by gunfire and roadblocks. The pursuit ends east of Flagstaff where Lt Ed Shartzer forces the vehicle to stop after bullets pierce the back window and a flare blows the windshield. Sally Schulz, age 14, recounts urging her companion to surrender while Williams, 17, remains at the wheel.
Four individuals faced guilty pleas and were sentenced in Nava County Superior Court last week. Tussett Los Angeles and Whaat received terms of three years each. Fred Himvey Cafeteria at Cand Canyon Aus pleaded guilty to taking HM cents and a billard game while Angures and Playstatl each drew five years for related charges. Wille and Anaites were on probation for previous offenses when sentenced for breaking market rules.
James W. Byrkit governor of Rotary International district a plans a visit to Fingatatl Rotary club Monday evening at a hotel in Marte Vista. He will meet with officers committee chairmen and members. All are urged to attend.
The Lost Wonslow region reports the Woods Canyon Lake opening in the Rim area. Built by the Game and Fish Department many years ago, the lake now hosts Kokanee trout and welcomes visitors despite sparse staff.
Roy Tavilay from Cusani Shoat Texas weighed in at a dozen pounds for a boxing weigh-in at Wrigley Field. Rival Lloyd Pausese also appeared, with both fighters stepping on the scale amid wary crowd reactions. Officials observed the proceedings as fans awaited the bout date and potential weigh-in results.
Three area wrecks over the weekend left several dead and many injured. James Ranlag, 85, of Nowthe bats Veras and others were identified among the victims. all three hospitalized at Mehave-County Hospital. Other crashes near Wil lims and Mesa left drivers injured, with one teenage passenger killed when a pickup ran off a county ranch road. Frank Johnson 18 was uninjured.</S>
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