05 Dec 1959
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Newspaper
Arizona Daily Sun
Location
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1959
Page
1
In Frejus France officials report 221 dead and 80 missing after the Malpraset Dam collapse. Rescue teams probe debris on the third day as a government delegation arrives to survey the disaster zone and aid workers work through open graves and collapsed sites.
Washington reports that the FAA proposed an age 60 limit for airline pilots amid debate. AAIU argues the ban is excessive while industry groups call the rule reasonable for public safety. F R Quesada cites medical risk factors and notes about 40 of 14,000 pilots would be grounded.
New York AP report details a Christmas themed narcotics operation led by Detective Edward Egan with officers Richard Pardo and Salvatore Grossa. Undercover sting at Hallowe-en era style scenes yielded 40 heroin packets and multiple arrests as suspects interacting with a Santa figure were detained for drug trafficking activity.
Washington reports that U S mediators will present suggested peace plans at a face to face steel industry talks. Federal mediation chief Finnegan said proposals are being broached while optimism grows for a quick settlement ahead of a potential Jan 26 cooling period end. David J McDonald and executives weigh involvement as talks continue.
A scrambled puzzle fragment lists clues like Alabama seaport, state fish, and religious terms with numeric hints and stray letters. It reads as a collage of crossword style prompts, likely from a daily puzzle page, lacking full clues or grid.
Flagstaff Publishing Co Arizona lists subscription rates for Coconino and Navaho counties with monthly and yearly options. It notes The Coconine Sun weekly since 1882, the Daily Sun published daily except Sundays and holidays, and includes post office registration as a second class matter. Corrections will appear promptly once brought to management.
Forecast covers Flagstaff and northern Arizona through Sunday with north easterly winds 15 to 30 mph easing tonight and Sunday. Low temperatures 8 to 30 with near zero in sheltered areas. high near 40. Sunset today around 5, sunrise tomorrow near 6. Precipitation none. Normal temps listed for dates in 1888 and 1951.
A memorial Mass will be said Monday morning at the Church of the Nativity for Amphter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Knowles, a three and a half month old infant. Emanueline Marie died Wednesday in Tiberiville from a congenital heart defect. She is survived by her parents, five brothers Hobby and Tiny, and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Jack Knowles of Phigstall and Mr. and Mrs. Barney Ann of Liberty, to be laid at Calvary Cemetery.
Flagstaff Gems and Minerals Society held its annual election at Pine Park. New officers for 1911 include John McDowell president, Charles Mavean vice president, Artyn FE Ellmer secretary-treasurer. A three-member board of directors was elected: Robert Patrick, Ray Bramstead, and Robert Elmer.
The Shrine of Ages Choir, directed by Millard Kiimey of Arizona State College, will perform at the Christmas lighting at the courthouse in Pressel on Saturday night, featuring Diana Dick of Cottonwood singing Mary Had a Baby. The program will air on Prescott radio and the group will sing again December 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the college auditorium. The Madrigal Singers will also perform December 14 for the American Association of University Women and December 17 for the Junior Women's Club at the Southern Union Gas Company Blue Flame Room.
Union and company spokesmen reported progress on the Kennecott Copper strike after a marathon negotiation session. Key issues remain: union objections to a no strike clause and to outside maintenance contractors. About 2,300 miners and smelter workers had not yet accepted the proposed wage package, with pay raises tied to signing and later steps.
Dallas AMA briefing reports anatomical changes in lung tissue tied to cigarette smoking and cancer. VA hospital study of 177 lung samples links heavy smoking to lung cancer, drawing immediate protest from the Tobacco Research Committee and criticism from tobacco experts.
The Arizona Employment Security Commission will re open hearings on unemployment compensation for Glen Canyon dam strikers next Friday. Workers argue the law excludes strikers when management breaches an agreement, and whether Merritt Chapman and Scott violated the master labor agreement. If the commission finds in favor of workers and MOS, striking crew may qualify for benefits. The two sides will present their case Friday afternoon.
Hodney A. Astin, an ex-convict, was sentenced to life imprisonment after a Lincoln County jury convicted him on eight counts including abduction and rape for kidnapping and raping Sharon Simmons, a Nobleboro High School student, during a six day trip through Maine New Hampshire and Vermont.
The guide lists channel lineups for Cable Channel 1 through 4 with Dec 5 Saturday and Dec 4 Sunday programs. Highlights include high drama, Westerns, variety shows, news, and movies across CBS ABC and local providers. Programs feature Susie Perry Mason Lawrence Welk Show Shotgun Five Fingers Jubilee Markham Wanted Dead or Alive Wagon Train Whirlybirds Have Gun Will Travel plus late night movies and public affairs.
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