NBC Faces Backlash Over Color Footage of Refugee Tunnel
TeleScope previews NBC reports on a controversial color segment showing a refugee tunnel escape. Sponsors demanded edits and the network faced pressure from German officials during the Cuba crisis while some footage was blurred. The piece notes Grace Kelly in limited markets and NBC’s battle with CBS over war and action themed films.
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Texas G and M Scholarships Offered by Universities
Texas universities join General Motors scholarship program offering 400 four year awards. Eligible graduates and undergraduates may apply with awards ranging from 2000 to 2000 dollars per year based on need. Participating Texas schools include UT Austin Texas A&M SMU Rice and TCU. Contact college admissions directors for details.
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Agricultural technicians study Mexico communal farming system
Sixteen 3 percent agricultural technicians from eighteen countries visit Mexicali Sonora and Sinaloa to study Mexico's communal farm system. Sponsored by the Organization of American States, the tour includes sessions and observances across state agricultural programs.
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Days of Wine and Roses Pros and Cons in Film Portrayal
AP critic Bob Thomas surveys the film Days of Wine and Roses noting strong performances by Jack Lemmon and Lee Remick, the harsh portrayal of alcoholism, and the film's moral commentary. He compares it to earlier temperance dramas and questions whether its message transcends mere tract while highlighting Lemmon's versatile star power.
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Boy Draws Mother's Ticket in Fair Sweepstakes
In McPherson Kansas Terry Weel 5 was randomly chosen to draw the winning ticket for a prize of 100 silver dollars at the McPherson Christmas fair weekend window. The winner was Mrs. Robert Wedel, Terry’s mother, of McPherson.
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