07 Jul 1954
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Newspaper
Arizona Daily Sun
Location
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1954
Page
1
Longtime residents say the recent Pow Wow drew the largest Indian crowd in history, with surprising restraint from alcohol and orderly conduct by participants. Police reported typical weekend activity with no major incidents, while officials credited self-policing and community norms.
The market rose in late trading after an uneven session, with gains led by American Telephone, Santa Fe, Union Oil, United Air Lines, General Motors and other key issues. Losses appeared limited as volume rose to about 2.2 billion shares, while several names in heavy trading showed declines.
In Los Angeles the livestock market shows varied bids with cattle and hog values. Prices include calves at 17.0 to 20.0, vealers 21.00, heavy steer fed at 19.00, heifers from 15.00 to 37.50, and hogs around 21.0 to 25.5 per hundredweight, reflecting typical wholesale ranges.
In Munsan Korea a Allied police boat ran aground on the Han River while attempting to enforce the ceasefire. U N command did not confirm casualties or shots fired from the Red side. Rear Admiral Brittain accused the Communists of violating the armistice in the 215 mile wide DMZ.
A jumble of Holbrook social items notes Rev. Paul Young from Lonixville arriving to cover duties for Rev. Perris Winn now in Phoenix. The piece lists numerous local visitors and family movements, including Las Vegas residents, visitors from Utah, and trips to Pine Top and Mesa with mentions of gatherings, music, and refreshments at various homes and churches.
A strong quake rattled western Nevada near Fallon and Reno, causing structural damage to a cement plant and several buildings. Residents reported tremors that toppled items and forced people to cling to beds. Officials said no fatalities but widespread property damage and road hazards were noted along Highway 50 and surrounding areas.
The governor announced plans to activate a Development Board to boost Arizona’s economy, focusing on tourism and industrial growth. One member will be appointed for the MM counties before the governor leaves for a national conference at Lake Mead.
The readable portion hints at a regional weather forecast covering Arizona and nearby areas with thunderstorm potential. It mentions cities like Phoenix Winslow and Yuma, with uncertain Temperatures and wind patterns.
The Senate Agriculture Committee approves higher parity standards to benefit dairy and farm products. The move, tied to payments and subsidies, aims to secure a proportional share for farmers through upcoming cycles in September and August.
Unclear fragmentary notice reports death of a former Lithuanian official aged 72. Mentions Slavia Eames and University of S with vague references to Russia, Kreve-Mlekivieta, and Back jute. Details incomplete due to OCR issues.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions a judge in Phoenix court, with unclear names and dates. Readable bits reference Udall, Cone Sa, Hulett Lore, and a Greekurn crew, but specifics are missing.
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