Freeman outlines tax revisions and education boost in inaugural address
Gov Freeman urged a broad tax policy overhaul and increased state aid for schools and welfare in his inaugural message to Minnesota's 60th Legislature. He proposed a 190 million biennial budget, government reorganization, legislative reapportionment, party resignations, and constitutional revision, stressing efficiency and nonpartisan reforms.
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Eden resigns as British Prime Minister after crisis months
Prime Minister Anthony Eden resigns after 21 months in office. Queen Elizabeth II accepts the resignation at Buckingham Palace after a 70 minute emergency cabinet meeting. Possible successors include Harold Macmillan and R A Butler, though no clear choice emerges.
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Postman Admits $400 Mail Thefts In Minneapolis
Minnesota postal carrier Stanley H. Dahlin 33 admitted taking $400 from letters addressed to Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Christmas Seal drive. Dahlin waived preliminary examination after arraignment before U.S. Commissioner C. O. Lundquist and was freed on a bond under $1,000. He has served as a Minneapolis mail carrier for 10 years.
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C. O. Lundquist
Fire Damages Minor at St Paul Pine Bend Refinery
A naphtha heater tube ruptured at the Great Northern Oil Co Pine Bend refinery in St Paul early today. Firemen quickly contained the flames, no injuries reported, operations continued, and officials expect the heater back in service within 48 hours.
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Fire Starts in Chimney. City Home Heavily Damaged by Smoke
A fire from a defective chimney causes extensive smoke damage to a city home leaving four adults and two small children homeless until repairs. Temporary shelter is provided for Larry Jacobson and family at 200 Kenwood, with Richard Jacobson and Mrs. Lane among those displaced. A passerby noticed the smoke around the chimney at Winona and Kenwood and alerted residents.
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Morse Heads County Board Elects New Chairman
Milo Morse was elected as chair of the Mower County Board of Commissioners at a two day semi annual meeting. The board opposed state control of county probation officers, warning it would raise costs and reduce close contact with youth. A resolution was sent to state lawmakers and officials backing local control and opposed to a multi county probation officer under state supervision. Dr. Paul C. Leck was reappointed county health officer. Fire destroyed parts of a house on Geo. A. Hormes & Co plant site in near zero weather. investigations determined chimney fire caused damage including smoke and water exposure, with repairs needed before habitation.
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Cecelia Parkinson
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Mrs. Fred Kappel of Albert Lea Dies at 79
Mrs. Fred Kappel, 79, longtime resident of southern Minnesota, died at her Albert Lea home. She is survived by her husband and four sons: F. R. Kappel of New York, president of AT&T. Richard of Green Bay. Robert of Chicago. and Donald of Madison, South Dakota.
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Russian Jets Sent to Syria
Reported delivery of about a dozen MiG-17 jets to Syria over three days by sea as part of a 28 million dollar deal. Syria has previously received Soviet tanks and armored cars. most weapons destined for Syria were damaged in Egypt during Israel Britain and France attacks. Officials see no immediate danger from the MiG arrivals as training new pilots will take time.
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Eisenhower to seek 17.8 billion for Air Force budget
The New York Times reports informed sources say President Eisenhower will request Congress approve 17.8 billion dollars for the Air Force in the coming fiscal year.
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Coed slain. suitor commits suicide in Vermillion
University of South Dakota student Joanne Bruyer 21 was shot to death at her home by former fiancé Donald Steele 20, who then died by self inflicted gunshot. Steele had a troubled breakup and prior counselling. Bruyer is survived by her father and three sisters.
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State Republican Plan Proposes Federal Levy Based Tax
Minnesota Republicans push a state income tax tied to the federal levy as a flat percent, oppose the federal withholding system, and seek government reorganization per the Little Hoover Report. The 1957 program favors education aid, hospital staffing, higher state pay, lobbyist registration, and reduced presidential electors names, with stamps policy tweaks.
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Freeman
Elvis Presley Rated 1-A by Army in Memphis
Elvis Presley received a pre induction exam and the Army classified him 1-A. Captain Elwyn P. Rowan of the Memphis recruiting station said Presley is physically an A profile and mentally average, awaiting a summons to join the service.
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Bond Issue Wins 3,218-1,329 in Special Election
Austin approves a 2,250,000 sewer bond for a new plant with 3,218 yes to 1,329 no in a 4,547 turnout. Mayor Hansen and Alderman Dugan praised the mandate and plan action with Hormel to fund and build the facility, with bids sought next fall and state help possible.
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Mercury Links to 27 in State
International Falls was the coldest place in the nation with 27 degrees below zero as a deep January freeze swept Minnesota North Dakota and South Dakota. The cold is to linger through Thursday with many towns reporting subzero readings and light snow in places.
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Eisenhower Inaugural Prayer Set To Music
President Eisenhower and Mrs. Eisenhower attended a national premiere of an orchestral score of his 1953 inaugural prayer. The performance, the first public rendition, followed his oath and was heard as he nears a second inauguration.
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Mideast Hearing Slowed by Last Minute Developments
In Washington Rep Gordon chairing the House Foreign Affairs Committee said late developing events are delaying action on the Eisenhower Middle East resolution. Hearings may run into next week, delaying a hoped end of January vote. Secretary Dulles urged progress after a closed session. The plan includes possible U.S. troop authority and military economic aid. A one sentence substitute omits economic aid, with aid terms to be worked out later.
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Economic Aid Debate and Middle East Policy Discussion
A congressional substitute frames U S aims as preserving Middle East state independence. It signals possible use of armed forces if necessary. A House committee member notes expected economic aid considerations amid undecided action.
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