Court ruling threatens U.S. bases in Japan
A Tokyo District Court ruled that U S bases and troops in Japan violate Article 9 and the no war clause. The decision could undo the postwar defense arrangement, affect treaties since 1952, and trigger appeals through higher courts up to the Supreme Court. The case arose from a 1957 protest at Tachikawa Air Base.
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NATO marks 10th birthday with Washington summit
The North Atlantic Alliance turns ten as its 15 members gather in Washington for a three day top level NATO meeting. President Eisenhower will open the session as NATO faces crisis issues notably the German question and ongoing European recovery under the Marshall Plan.
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Nehru Faces Tibet Revolt Pressure in Parliament
In New Delhi Prime Minister Nehru rejected China’s bid to silence Tibet debate while avoiding a firm stance on Beijing’s crackdown. Critics in Indian papers press for a clearer foreign policy toward Tibet and the Dalai Lama ouster. Baghdad radio reports four Mosul revolt officers executed.
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Freeman Plans Tax Strategy
Minnesota Governor Freeman signals a possible tax plan to raise 84 million for the next biennium and warns of potential sharp state-service cuts or a special session if no measure passes. He opposes a sales tax but hints income tax rises and other levies may be pursued. The governor cites last-minute efforts by conservatives and front groups as obstructing debate. Maj. Gen. William Lassiter, 91, dies in California after serving in multiple wars.
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All Points Alert Out for 2 Who Broke Jail Here
Sheriff Al Reinartz said William R. Sorenson admitted handing four hacksaw blades to Donald Haley at the county jail. An all-points alert is on for Sharron Sherwick and Haley, who escaped Sunday using a mattress rope and may be armed. A 1958 Chevrolet station wagon and a 1958 De Soto were stolen, with multiple break-ins linked to the pair and two men previously jailed in Grand Meadow. The suspects, both with prior records, include Sherwick of Albert Lea and Haley of Austin.
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NATO Prepares to Start Strategy Meet
NATO chiefs announce American air nuclear power and missile strength can destroy the Soviet Union if war erupts as the 15 nation alliance plans a strategy conference marking the pact’s 10th anniversary. McElroy tells Detroit audience the United States has airborne nuclear power ready to act.
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Soviets Accept East West Conference Talks In Geneva
London AP dispatch says Soviet Russia handed notes to the Big Three agreeing to a foreign ministers conference in Geneva starting May 11 to consider Germany issues and the Berlin question. Andrei Gromyko delivered the notes as Western powers seek broad talks and a possible summit later in the year.
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Revised R stands for Russian in Cold War defense push
Brecksville Ohio reports that scientists study Russian journals while military leaders urge mobile forces for small wars. Adm. Burke and Gen Taylor testify Congress that United States can destroy Soviet power with current weapons, supporting broader defense spending for alert forces.
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Weather Report From The Herald Roof Station
The Herald Weather Site on the fire station roof records a reading at 8 30 am with 31 as the current temperature. The high in the last 24 hours is 45 and the low is 22. Overall cloudy conditions noted.
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Italy Moves to Site Missiles as NATO Meet Opens
Italy agreed to place intermediate range missiles on its soil, heightening the NATO strategy conference’s importance in Washington. Foreign ministers from 15 nations gather as the United States, Britain, France, and West Germany prep talks to shape negotiations with the Soviet Union. A Soviet statement helped set the week’s agenda ahead of key May talks and a possible summer summit.
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Nobility Plans an Audience With Pope
Britain’s Princess Margaret and Queen Mother Elizabeth will meet Pope John XXIII in Rome on April 22. The royal party, guests of Sir Ashley Clarke, arrives in Rome April 20 for a stay through April 25 as arranged by Vatican and British Embassy officials.
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