Memorial Day Observances Honor War Dead Across Nation
The Associated Press reports Memorial Day observances including Arlington ceremonies with Vice President Nixon laying a wreath, and governors and officials honoring war dead from Europe to the Far East. Traffic toll rises with 259 deaths on highways so far, safety officials warning of a deadly weekend ahead. Ohio, California, Texas and New York feature high fatality counts as returning travelers fill roads.
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Jordan poised for new cabinet as Mufti named head
King Hussein called for a new Jordanian government after accepting Prime Minister Tewfik Abul Huda's resignation Sunday night. Former vice premier Said Mufti is asked to form a new cabinet and set the course for the next phase of governance.
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Tito and Khrushchev Meet on Brioni Island
In Yugoslavia President Tito and Soviet leaders Khrushchev and Bulganin arrived on Brioni Island for talks. They traveled by train and car, drawing large crowds as they prepared to finalize a principles declaration to guide Moscow Belgrade ties and discuss future relations after the split with Stalin era Cominform.
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Vet Benefits Not Milked Amid Claims of Underuse
A Labor Department official said 38 percent of Korean veterans received unemployment compensation underutilized programs. He cited Israel Gaza clashes with Egyptian fire and Israeli casualties, noting payments and weeks of eligibility, while officials reported ongoing conflict affecting aid distribution.
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Cop Killing Is Charged To Couple
Ocala Florida report says elderly retiree Edward Lindsey 73 and his wife Bertha 70 face quick grand jury action for the murder of three Ocala police officers in a home gun battle after a neighbor complained of shooting. Deputies Youngblood Wooten and Asst Chief Tuck were killed. A deputy wounded is recovering. Lindley claimed he fired in the air to attract attention after Wingfield asked his apology. He and Mrs Lindsey later described defense as they fought to keep officers from entering. Authorities found an arsenal and about $47000 in deposits. Lindley previously lived in Indiana and once taught in Kokomo.
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Woman of the Year Named Hele Getelier of New Philadelphia
The Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs named Hele Getelier of New Philadelphia as its Woman of the Year. Her recognition highlights leadership and community service within the local business and professional community.
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Strikers Defy Eden England Faces Crisis
Britain faced its gravest industrial crisis since 1926 as 67,000 striking railway workers rejected Prime Minister Eden's back-to-work appeal. Albert Hallworth and union leaders vowed to hold out for months, while Eden warned the government will use necessary powers to protect the nation amid the walkout. The strike threatens a broader disruption to transport and production during a time of wartime-like strain on the economy.
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Fawn Races Through Living Room in Cleveland Heights
Mrs Hermine Krauthamer heard a rear door crash and hoofbeats as a fawn burst into the living room of her Cleveland Heights home roared past the kitchen, leaving a blood trail and about 100 dollars in damages. The deer fled toward the Mayfield Country area.
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Union Offers To Put Choice To Car Men
The United Auto Workers proposed a nationwide vote among Ford workers on a guaranteed annual wage versus Ford’s stock purchase option. An independent Honest Ballot Association would run the ballot within two weeks. If workers chose the wage, Ford would fund 12 cents per hour per employee to back the plan. The move, announced at a Memorial Day bargaining session, prompted a recess as Ford staff studied the idea.
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Salk Work Is Praised And Hit In Poliovirus Debate
Washington AP s report notes the Eisenhower administration faced criticism and defense over the anti polio vaccination program with Rep Frank Thompson Jr accusing Secretary Hobby of bungling while Sen H Alexander Smith blamed rushing the rollout. The piece details vaccine makers Cutter and several figures including W H state and facts about doses and timing of releases and a mass inoculation plan stalled by production issues.
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First Decoration Day 16th Birthday Of Woman Now 102
UINITHANA by Mrs Eliza Ann Rogers recalls her 16th birthday during the first official Memorial Day. Now 102, she will spend the day with daughter Mrs Melissa Whitek and son Orie. She has 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. Married at 18, she and James settled on a Salem district farm. he died in 1917 but she kept housekeep ing until age 97.
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Koreans Protest Japan Policy Rally in Seoul Parade
About thirty thousand Koreans, mostly students, marched through Seoul to condemn what is described as Japan pro Communist policy. The protest followed an anti Japan rally at Seoul City Stadium, signaling strong youth engagement in the dispute.
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Indian Says Other Fliers May Get Freedom Soon From Commie Captors
New Delhi AP dispatch quotes Indian diplomat Krishna Menon stating that Communist China will within a few hours announce the release of four American airmen shot down over Korea. The prisoners named are Capt. Harold Fischer Jr of Swea City Iowa, 1st Lt. Lyle W. Cameron of Lincoln Nebraska, Lt. Col. Edwin Le Heller of Waynewood Pennsylvania, and 1st Lt. Roland W. Parks of Omaha.
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Release of jailed Gis im Neb prompts elation
Parents in im Neb express relief as Indian envoy Menon says four US airmen held in Peiping may be freed soon after Peiping's latest move toward easing Far East tensions. Fischer and three fighter pilots were held in Mukden and moved toward Peiping, with timing and borders still unclear.
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Curtain Lifts Six Minutes and Long Bridge Encounter
Ted stipulations note six minute curtain lifting of packages weighing 22 pounds each dated June 15. N M walked with the police superintendent to the far side of the Long bridge where Chinese Communist Red Cross officials Lambly said Reds stepped forward slightly as both groups stood apart at the frontier barrier. Lambly reported he asked the man in charge of the Red Chinese group to resolve the packages. A separate wire item notes a bulldozer cut a buried cable on Sunday, disabling 400 telegraph and telephone circuits in San Antonio Texas.
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Russian Ship Believed Sunk in Fierce Storm Near Japan
A Russian vessel was believed sunk after a severe storm offshore near Japan. Coast guard reports say distress signals were intercepted and three fast patrol ships rushed to the area, but no trace of the ship has been found.
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Formosa war report shows air base plans amid strikes and pay talks
Fragmented OCR voice piece notes Red China air bases amid World War II era tension. Mentions ongoing teacher strikes demanding higher pay, air force funding debates, and amid reports of rebuilt airfields, fighter and light jet projects. References include US figures Symington and Eisner, Shanghai to Canton routes, and discussions of a broader air power program.
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Scions Say Adjourn Dowt Harass Big 2
Washington report notes Senators debate timing for adjournment and reaction to Big Four talks with Britain France and Russia. Ives Bridges Meade Sparkman weigh staying in session until July to review reports and possible programs. Congress may end conference without full progress if talks stall.
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UN Secretary Dag Hammarskjold Praised for Prisoner Release Efforts
United Nations Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold is praised by U S officials for his patience and diplomacy in securing the release of four imprisoned jet pilots, with hope that other prisoners will follow swiftly.
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Tower Closed To View Ike Behind Secret Service Bars
An observation tower on President Ben Dorn’s Gettysburg site was shut over the weekend for a temporary closure. Secret Service agents sealed the stairwell after selecting a group of visitors for a presidential glimpse, guarding the tower entrance with locks.
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Reds Say 1 Fliers Deported by Chinese Tribunal
Peiping radio claimed a supreme court military tribunal tried four American airmen on May 24 and sentenced them to immediate deportation. The men Capt. Harold F. Pitcher Jr Lt Lyle W Col Edwin Le Roland W Parks faced charges of flying into Chinese territory and endangering national security. The U S State Department denied the charges. Eleven other U S airmen were said to face sentences up to 20 years. No location or return date given.
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McGrath Leads Early In 39th Indy 500 Start
Thirty three race cars rolled from the Chevy pace on the 39th Indy 500 in near 34 degree cold. Tony Hulman Jr supervised the start as Wilbur Shaw’s absence marked the first postwar start without him. McGrath briefly led on lap 15 before Vuko Vich retook the lead on lap 16. Jimmy Reece exited early on the Joy Special after 25 miles.
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Nats Say Red Subs Spying on 7th Fleet
The Chinese News Agency said three small jet-built submarines assigned to the 7th Fleet are based in Siangshan Bay near Shanghai.
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