Crude Bomb Slinger Is Sought
Deputies hunt a bomb suspect after two attempts to kill Leonard Kempf a 42-year-old sawmill operator. One device exploded under his bed on Aug 25 causing daze and minor injuries the second dynamite sticks hurled at his house failed to detonate Keller and friend Paul Bradley were present when the fuse was seen and the attackers fled into the woods.
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Howard Leith
Leonard Kempf
Kem
Althe
Kempf
Paul Bradley
Diamond Ring Recovered From Sewer
In Concord New County the maid dumped ammonia down the kitchen sink. Mrs John O Dell called plumbers who found her $2500 diamond ring in the glass. Plumbers placed a screen over the sewer feeder line to the block where she lives.
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Concord
N. Co
John O’dell
Ten female pigs born to Poland China sow in Ohio millersville
In Millersville near Fremont Ohio a Poland China sow delivered ten female piglets, a rare litter. The odds of all ten piglets being the same sex are noted as astronomical.
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Fremont
Ohio
Poland
Millersville
Pacific Bloc Charter Sought For Southeast Asia Security
President Ramon Magsaysay said a four point charter will be adopted at the opening of an eight nation Southeast Asia security conference. The charter pledges rights to freedom and independence, self-rule progress, joint economic social and cultural development, and collective action against forces threatening sovereignty and territorial integrity.
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Ramon Magsaysay
Southeast Asia
Sheriff John’s Advice Prevents Young Stranger Talk
In Pasadena California 7 year old Val da Bishop rode her bicycle into a car. Traffic officer Robert Stirrett asked what happened. She refused saying Sheriff John had warned her never to talk to strangers. The girl remained unhurt and was sent on her way.
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Pasadena
Calif
Valda Bishop
Robert Stirrett
John
Stirrett
Ohio youth wins big at state fair for farm values
Jack Wesell, 20, raised Angus cattle with his father in Putnam County near Columbus Grove. He won grand champion with Blackie and claimed both junior Angus titles at the Ohio State Fair, showcasing steady work ethic over flashy notoriety. He attributes success to 4 H and Future Farmers of America activities and a daily farm routine.
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Jack Wesell
Wars
Hollywood
Politics
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Putnam County
Angus Steers
Ohio State University
Blackie
Angus
Fenton
Columbus Grove
America
Revival Blocked At Phenix City Under Martial Law
Phenix City imposes martial law and blocks a Billy Graham revival after ministers urged by the Phenix City Miniserial Alliance. Adjutant General Walter J. Hanna warns crowds attracted by the revival could disrupt ongoing cleanup efforts and estimates 200 police needed for traffic control.
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Phenix City Miniserial Alliance
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Hurricane Dolly heads northeast away from New England
The Weather Bureau reports Dolly gaining speed toward the southeast tip of Newfoundland, far from New England, with Dolly about 485 miles east of Atlantic City and moving northeast at 35 to 40 mph. A bureau observer warns of potential trouble for shipping as Dolly continues its track.
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Washington
Dolly
Newfoundland
New England
Carol
Weather Bureau
Atlantic City
N. J
Four Year Old Escapes Hospital After Surgery
Chester report details Artie Pullin, age four, sneaking from Croze Hospital during a nurse’s absence after an emergency operation. He wrapped in a robe with pajamas, carrying lollipops, comics, crayons, a color book and a toy gun, and was spotted by a bus driver near a crossing.
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Artie Pullin
Croze Hospital
Herbert Fagley
Cear
Fifty Workers Strike At Steel Corp Corrigan-M Plant
Fifty crane operators and furnace changers walked off last night at Steel Corp Corrigan-M plant in Cleveland, idling about 400 additional workers. Union spokesmen could not comment as reports say the strike is unauthorized. issues include shortened work tours and assignment grievances.
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Steel Corp
Corrigan-M
Sloane Hotel to Close for Sept 15 Remodel
The 74 year-old Sloane Hotel in Sandusky will cease operating as a hotel on September 15 and its interior remodeled into a merchantile structure.
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Sandusky
Sloane Hotel
Health Is Periled By Carol After Hurricane Carol
Boston AP reports public health workers race to prevent further danger after Hurricane Carol devastates New England. Rescuers search for many missing including a 10 month old girl swept from her mother’s arms and three Winick children feared drowned. At least 54 killed and one third of New England without power.
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New England
Robert M. Crosby
Brockton
Mass
Onset Island
Winickldren
Falmouth
Martha Winick
Golda R. Walters
Ayer District Court
Nixon warns GOP must win 1954 elections to avoid extinction
Vice President Nixon privately told the Republican National Committee that the party must win major contests in 1954 to prevent political extinction. He called the race a close horse race across the House and Senate and urged a campaign built on President Eisenhower’s policy of peace, progress and reform to defeat a leftist, power hungry opposition.
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Cincinnati
Nixon
Republican National Committee
Blicans
House
Senate
Eisenhower
Korea
2nd Man Implicated In Canfield Murder
Logan reports a second suspect, Arthur Lloyd Sisco, 72, Lancaster pipeline worker, implicated in the May 22 killing of 71 year old David Canfield. Robert Downs, 22, admitted firing the shot and named Sisco as an accomplice. Prosecutors plan first degree murder charges as Sisco faces court.
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Canfield
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Atment
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Lancaster
Downe
Steep
Pachuco Becomes Name for Youthful Hoodlums in LA
Los Angeles police report the Pachuco tattoo spread nationwide as a symbol of unsocial youth. Lt. Richard Whitley says no evidence of a national Pachuco gang exists. the term now labels youths of various backgrounds involved in disorder rather than a specific ethnicity.
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Richard D. Whitley
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Iowa
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Lackbourne Afb
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Grounded Godfrey To Get Flying Award
Virginia Beach report says Arthur Godfrey, grounded by a suspended pilot license, will visit for a regional National Aviation Trades Association meeting to accept a diamond studded silver punch bowl. The bowl bears a map of Texas and Godfrey's hometown of Leesburg.
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Arthur Godfrey
National Aviation Trades Association
Teor
Rey
Leesa
Dog Poisoning Probe Targets Westside Area
Humane officers hunt a dog killer after five dogs died in a 24 hour period on the west side. Franks with poison were found near the location where a dog died, and authorities seek the suspect described as a dog slayer.
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Hamilton
Westside
Gore urges election of Democrats to safeguard Congress
Senator Gore charges the Eisenhower era has drifted. He urges a Democratic Congress to restore unity and national security, criticizing GOP record on strength, diplomacy, and clarity in a national radio reply during the Aug. 23 review.
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Gore
D-Tenn
Eisenhower
MBS
Democratic National Committee
Philippines Moves to Deport Chinese Nationals
Manila cabinet approves deportation of overstaying Chinese nationals to Formosa. It rejects Chinese Chamber of Commerce’s refugee claim on grounds they are not fleeing communism.
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Philippines
Manila
Formosa
Chinese Chamber of Commerce
GOP Confident of Western Congressional Gains Amid Doubts
Western Republicans express confidence in regaining seats in Congress while voicing concern over the administration price support program and unemployment areas. Officials caution about possible losses in depressed regions, with mentions of Michigan and Minnesota races, and discussions of gaining one to two House seats.
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Cincinnati
GOP
Congress
Powor
Associated Main
Far Western
Policeman Observes Skunk Bath in Pasadena Garden
In Pasadena a householder heard splashing noises and called police. Officer Robert Heath found a skunk bathing in a backyard fish pond and watched as the animal finished its cooling bath before scampering away. The heat made the moment seem less dramatic.
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Pasadena
Calif
Robert Heath
Mayor's Aide Testifies Before Columbus Grand Jury
Maurice D. Portman, executive assistant to Mayor M. E. Sensenbrenner, testified for three hours yesterday before the Columbus grand jury. The probe is examining reports of gambling in the city. Portman was the third city official called to testify.
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Columbus
Maurice D. Portman
M. E. Sensenbrenner
Portman
Accident victim dies in Cincinnati
Russell Henderson aged 64 of Bethel Ohio died at Good Samaritan Hospital after injuries from an automobile crash on August 15.
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Cincinnati
Russell Henderson
Bethel
Ohio
Good Samaritan Hospital
War pioneer Col Kur I Ennis dies at age 6
Col Kur I Ennis born in Chicago who served as a wartime pilot in World War I died Tuesday in Clearwater Fra. He was one of the first U S military pilots and helped foster unity during the war.
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Clearwater
Fra
Kur I. Ennis
U. S
Chicago
Ban on Trucks Affects Luxury Autos in San Marino
San Marino officials push to ban trucks over 4000 pounds on residential streets in one of America’s wealthiest communities per capita. The ordinance, set to take effect in 20 days, would also curb access for many high end cars. council debates raising the limit to 6000 pounds soon.
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San Marino
Calif
Reward Offered For Slain Raymond Weihrauch Case
A $1000 reward was offered last night for information leading to the conviction of the slayer of Raymond G. Weihrauch 36 beaten to death August 24 near his home The offer was made by the Firemen’s Union and Local 3 CIO United Auto Workers.
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Cleveland
Raymond G. Weihrauch
Prt
CIO United Auto Workers, Union
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