Dulles welcomes Russia's regret over plane shooting incident
Secretary of State Dulles said he was gratified by Moscow's expression of regret for the shooting of an American plane near the Bering Straits. Washington noted Russia offered to compensate 30 percent of the damage, with full reparations still sought for the loss of the plane and injuries to seven of eleven crewmen. Dulles’ remarks followed talks with Molotov ahead of the Geneva summit.
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Antoine Pinay
Europe
Polio Legislation Faces Dim Prospects in Congress
Washington dispatch says polio vaccine legislation and school construction funding have dim chances this session as Congress gears toward August adjournment. Leaders warn major bills may be delayed by other priorities and potential blockbusters. Eisenhower seeks 35 million dollars to fund vaccine access, while Democrats push for broader free inoculations up to age nine.
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Social Security Hearings Slated By Byrd on Benefit Changes
Senate Finance Committee will hold full hearings before acting on any social security benefit changes. Senator Byrd said no hasty action and indicated potential delays past the current session with July adjournment in doubt. Democrats split on timing with some preferring next year or pre election benefits rollout.
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Tennessee Publisher Silliman Evans Dies After Heart Attack
Silliman Evans 61 president publisher of the Nashville Tennessean and a Democratic party figure died in Fort Worth after a heart attack. He was found in his room at the Fort Worth Club hours after attending Amon G. Carter's funeral. Evans had recent heart attacks and is survived by his widow and two sons. The body will be flown to Nashville for funeral services likely Wednesday.
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O. M. Mozier
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Virginia Toll Reaches 367 for Year
A Virginia traffic death increased the year's toll to 368, with Harry Jamerson, 49, of Dillwyn, Buckingham County, killed on Route 650 near his home. The driver, Ernest Franklin Jamerson of Dillwyn, was not related to the victim, state police said.
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Dillwyn
Buckingham County
Ernest Pranklin Jamerson
San Francisco hosts UN birthday with four point peace pledge
In the San Francisco Opera House the United Nations ended its commemorative session with a four point pledge to end war rededicate to the Charter settle disputes peacefully and pursue real disarmament. Dr Eelco N Van Rieffens said 60 nations reaffirm their purpose as world leaders prepared for a Geneva summit.
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United Nations
Two Arrested In Slain Man's Car
Two Boston area youths are held in the Carolinas on charges of stealing the car of Leslie Jackman 56 found slain at his Summer camp in Kensington New Hampshire. Jackman was shot twice in the head and heart and beaten. Police plan to return the pair as soon as possible.
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Lindsey R. Brigham
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Carolinas
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Boston
Harmonica King Borrah Minnevitch Dies in Paris
Paris June 26 Borrah Minnevitch known as Harmonica King died today from a cerebral hemorrhage at age 56 His act the Harmonica Rascals featured 60 children and popularized the harmonica worldwide
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President Eisenhower Anglers Maine Fishing Trip Report
President Eisenhower fished six hours near Parmachenee Lake Maine catching a landlocked salmon and several brook trout. He planned talks with Secretary Dulles in Washington about the Soviet shootdown of a U S Navy patrol plane while Russia offered to pay damages.
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Hoover Commission backs single buying agency for Defense
The Hoover Commission urged overhauling Defense Department operations and backing a new single agency to handle all purchases for combat forces. It cited potential yearly savings up to two billion dollars and proposed pay raises for top officials, while noting opposition and conflicts of interest concerns.
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N W Engineer Charged With Manslaughter In Boy Death
A seven year old boy died after a Norfolk and Western train struck his bicycle at a crossing in South Norfolk. The engineer of No. 21, O. J. Wood of Petersburg, was arrested on a charge of manslaughter as police investigated the incident occurring about 7 55 P M. The boy was identified as William Bern visiting relatives in South Norfolk.
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Eisenhower sends birthday greeting to Helen Keller
President Eisenhower extends warm congratulations to Helen Keller on her forthcoming 75th birthday from his Maine fishing camp. The letter praises Keller for her achievements and her inspirational impact on people with disabilities worldwide.
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Airman Sought in Slaying of Three in Dickinson Texas
Police sought an airman for questioning in the killing of Mrs. Ruby McPherson, her son George 12, and Mrs. Zola Norman at their Dickinson home near Dickinson Bayou. The suspect was seen with Mrs. McPherson at a restaurant Wednesday night and is believed to have stolen her automobile bound for California.
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Fourteen Ruhr Miners Die in German Explosion
In Gelsenkirchen Germany on June 26 fourteen Ruhr coal miners were killed during dynamiting operations. The blast caused a partial cavern collapse and all the victims died from air pressure in the gallery where they worked.
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Survivors recount desert death in Mojave ordeal
Twentynine Palms real estate developer Chester Burner and Lyle Robertson survived a two day trek in the Mojave Desert after their jeep broke down. They describe extreme heat between 120 and 130 degrees and a supply of water but no food. companions Calvert Wilson and James Thompson died, Wilson's body found near Cadiz Dry Lake. Thompson died Thursday after going berserk. The trio attempted aid while Wilson headed toward help. survivors were rescued by Air Force helicopter and taken to Needles, then transferred.
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Italians Seek Seventh Premier In Segni
In Rome Antonio Segni a reform minded left of center Christian Democrat was asked by President Gio Gronchi to form a new government as Italy's seventh postwar premier He was to hold talks with political groups and report back Thursday on feasibility Segni did not accept the charge immediately saying he would investigate the situation first
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Greyhound Drivers Near Settlement in 82 Day Strike
Federal mediators announced a tentative contract agreement to end Atlantic Greyhound drivers 82 day strike across 10 states and the District of Columbia. The union will vote to ratify after reduction to writing and member meeting.
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Washington
Virginians Welcome End of Strike Limiting Bus Service
Western Virginia communities long dependent on Greyhound faced travel disruptions as the strike dragged on. Emergency routes formed from Harrisonburg to Staunton, with Roanoke plans for an Abbott Lines emergency service expanding transit options.
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Argentines Pray For Mob Victims
In Buenos Aires on June 26 Roman Catholic church members prayed for victims of riots that burned and looted churches ten days earlier. Police guarded reopened churches as priests urged prayers for the dead and condemned vandalism.
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Five Killed As Jet and Bomber Collide Over Trier
A British bomber and a U S jet collided during NATO maneuvers near Trier Germany. At least five of the bomber crew of six were killed while the American pilot bailed out with minor injuries. Names were not released.
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One-Armed Man Builds Free Church Alone in Louisville
Sam Gafford, despite losing an arm in an accident, toils daily for two years to finish the Pentecostal Powerhouse, mortgaging his home to fund materials. He and his wife seek a money free church for the people with no regular collections, serving twice weekly.
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Two Boys Die as New York Excavation Pit Collapses
In Queens a deep foundation ditch overflowed by rain buried two boys, 11 year old John Cotton and 10 year old Angel Matos, killing them. Two other youths, including Billy Cotton’s younger brother, were rescued by police after a lengthy search. A fifth boy who was absent returned home.
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Army Sergeant Goes On Trial For Murder
Army sergeant Marion A. Washington faces a murder trial for the April 3 shooting death of airman A J C Poole near Connally Air Force Base in Waco Texas. Poole allegedly defended his fiancée Porichy Popendorf from a bank robber who demanded money and threatened to rape her. Poole reportedly said he would die defending the woman as the robber shot him before fleeing. Washington was arrested about two months later.
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