New Jet Fighter May Be Fastest In World
The U S Air Force tests the XF 104, a light weight day fighter built by Lockheed, claimed to approach 1000 mph. Designed for daylight intercepts, it would complement all weather planes and fill demand for a fast frontline fighter. First flight occurred last February at Edwards AFB in California.
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Cause Of Andy's Son Death Remains Mystery
Los Angeles July 7 autopsy failed to disclose a definite cause of death for seven year old John J. Correll son of radio’s Amos n Andy star Charles J Correll. Autopsy found liver and kidney damage but suggested accidental poisoning unlikely. Rosary planned Wednesday at Good Shepherd Church Beverly Hills.
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Chinese businessman seeks 44 million in damages in Los Angeles suit
In Los Angeles a Chinese businessman Chi Ku Chang seeks 44 million dollars in a damage suit against the Nationalist government. He counters a civil suit filed in New York over 810 thousand dollars allegedly misappropriated. Chang was jailed March 8, released May 14 on bail as deportation proceedings hinge on civil suit results.
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Jet guided to base after 85 mile fuelless flight
Col. R R Brischutto thanked Navy and radar teams for guiding his powerless Sabrejet 85 miles to Kirtland AFB. After losing his way en route from Nellis AFB to Winslow Arizona, a Navy plane followed Brischutto as fuel ran out, enabling a precise glide and safe touchdown. Historians in Japan identify a 1000-year tomb stone shaped like a sake cup and bottle, linked to a Samurai warrior who impressed his lord with his capacity for sake and earned a monument.
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Japanese Tribute Rocks for Kwannon Statues at Imphal Front
About 500000 widows and relatives of 200000 Japanese war dead donate hair to form 93 Kwannon statues to be buried at the Imphal battlefield. A six member Buddhist mission led by a 70-year-old priest will transport the statues to Burma for rites to ease soldiers souls.
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Barclay on Bridge A Central Press Feature
Deep finesses and timing decide a No Trump contract as North gains a higher score with precise low finesse play. The deal features West South hands and standard tactics against a first quality opponent, highlighting card efficiency and correct sequencing.
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Iron Curtain Holds Back Another Secret
New York July 7 a citizen told the fire department of sparks issuing from the Russian consulate. Fire officials arrived and found an iron curtain blocking entry. The Russian superintendent refused admission, stating everything was under control.
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Sparka
Shivers Seeks Federal Aid for Texas Livestock Feed Crisis
Gov. Al Lan Shivers urged the federal government to extend or restart emergency livestock feed aid for 11 drought stricken Texas counties including Mason Llano Lampasas and Bastrop. Agriculture officials said ranchers face dire shortages as rainfall remains far below normal and livestock conditions worsen. A Tombstone item reports three year old Thimy Cooper treated after a heavy tombstone toppled while graves were being decorated.
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