Governor Urges Texans to Cut Traffic Deaths Over New Year
Gov. Price Daniel urged extra effort to curb holiday traffic fatalities as Texas faces a predicted 41 more deaths before midnight New Year’s. DPS data show 72 deaths since the holiday period began, with 113 projected. most caused by speed or drinking. The Traffic Safety Council seeks 100 fewer deaths in 1957 than 1956’s 2,611.
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Austin
Price Daniel
Daniel
Traffic Safety Council
New Year Reflections on 1957 and a Humble Welcome to 1958
A dated column muses on the passing of 1957 and the arrival of 1958 while noting New Year traditions. It jokes about writing 1958, shares a light anecdote about H R Van Zandt and his dog, and mentions New Year timing scientists attribute to the stroke of midnight.
Car Crash Near Bonham Injures Three Youths
At Highway 78 six miles south of Bonham a car overturned early Tuesday. Driver Dwayne Robinson 21 Lone Oak and passengers Bobby Harp 19 Ravenna Route 2 and Joe Bowman 21 Lone Oak were injured. Harp was hospitalized with a shoulder injury. Robinson and Bowman had cuts and bruises. Police cited Robinson for driving too fast for conditions.
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Charles Carey
Dwayne Robinson
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Ravenna
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Three Fines on Assault Counts in Local Court
Three people, Wade Johnson Melvin Curtis Walker and Mary Lee Brooks, were fined $5 and costs on simple assault charges by Justice of Peace Hamp Harpers court. They were taken into custody Saturday night by City Officers Gilbert and Underwood.
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Harpers Court
Wade Johnson
Melvin Curtis Walker
Mary Lee Brooks
Zultly
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Holiday Tragedy Marks Texas Holiday Road Death Watch
United Press reports Operation Swathwatch began with deadly crashes and other fatalities. Two Dallas youths, Jerry Caldwell and Travis Tankersly, died in a one car crash near Arlington. The holiday period totals rise to 157 deaths with 74 traffic fatalities. Others include Ramon Gonzales, 55, who drowned near San Antonio, and Carol Gomez Sr., 63, who hanged himself in his home.
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Dallas
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US &O
Arlington Downs
Ramon Gonzales
San Antonio
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Fatal Two Car Crash Kills W H Hinton Jr at 25
W H Hinton Jr of Honey Grove died in a Monday afternoon head on collision between Greenville and Commerce. He was an assistant coach at Duncanville near Dallas and a member of the First Christian church in Honey Grove. Funeral at 2 pm Wednesday at the First Christian Church, Honey Grove, with interment in Oakwood Cemetery.
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Fair But Cold Weather Forecast For New Year
A hopeful outlook for Rice vs Navy at the Cotton Bowl noted fair conditions for North Central Texas with much colder nights. Temperatures dipped from 58 to the mid 40s overnight and low readings were forecast to reach 18 to 28 degrees by Wednesday morning with continued biting north winds.
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Navy
Bonham
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United Press
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Dream Come True On Trace Line For New Lieutenant Buxton
Newly commissioned second lieutenant Buxton is assigned to lead the mess as sergeant Curtis L. Miller oversees troop KP work under him. The scene reflects a fortunate outcome for Buxton amid his duties.
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Curtis L. Miller
Jordan asks U S for 50 million a year aid to 1960s era economy
Amman sources say Foreign Minister Samir Rafat told United Press Jordan needs about 50 million dollars annually from the United States for five to ten years. He said half would fund development and half maintenance of the armed forces as he urged continued friendship and U N backed borders.
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United States
Rifar
United Press
Es Refas
Foupty
Reds Plan Plane To Defy Gravity
Soviet Tass report cites Russia’s work on an aircraft to defy gravity for space travel. Expert Cyril Stanyukovich Stanyukovich says gravity challenges will be addressed with theoretical sterilization and refined propulsion, as discussed in a published interview.
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Hearing Rushed on Ike Missile Fund
Washington lawmakers rushed to schedule hearings on President Eisenhower's request for about 120 million to 190 million dollars in extra defense funds for the current fiscal year ending July 3. Senate and committee leaders indicated they would proceed quickly, with George Mahon noted as a key participant.
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Bonham Merchants Gift Welcome 1958 First Baby B
Bonham merchants extend a welcome to the year’s first baby born in 1958 with a display of gifts. The shop offers a selection of attractive items as part of a community welcome.
County Employees Win Salary Raise Amid Holiday Session
The county approved a general pay raise for employees after a holiday session. Officials cited budgeting moves and formal approvals as the basis, with administration planning to implement the increase in the new pay period.
Coast to Coast Ringing in the New Year Amid Festivities
Nationwide revelry continues on New Year’s Eve with major cities charging high cover prices at top venues while neighborhood spots offer cheaper options. A National Safety Council alert flags drunken driving hazards as crowds gather and bells ring nationwide.
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Lang
Unitedress
New
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Pearl Bauey
Empire Room
Waldorf Astoria
Property value in US reaches near two hundred fifty billion
A garbled report notes a rise in property value to about 250 billion dollars. It mentions figures, places, and names poorly, including references to Rome and Venable, and hints at a decoration or prize context without clear details.
Leaders Call Space Age Plan Too Small for U S Needs
House leaders and Carl Albert criticized the space age education plan announced from Gettysburg. The package aims to fund state efforts to identify gifted students and provide 10 000 scholarships annually, plus enhanced science and math teaching and broader STEM education initiatives to meet global scientific competition.
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Carl Albert
Okla
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Gettysburg
White House wrestles with 58 budget spending plan
President Eisenhower and Budget Director Percival Brundage grapple with shaping a near 74 billion dollar peacetime budget for next year. They foresee high defense outlays and debated trims to other federal programs as Congress weighs tax revenue and public needs.
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James Rook Marhan
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Tax Paying Time Dogs Flags and Tags for 1958
Town notices urge dog owners to renew licenses with new tags. The article cites deadlines and fines, notes tag colors, and stresses compliance to avoid penalties. It mentions tag issuance centers and public safety considerations for pets and residents.
Fatalities Rise in Texas Violence Counted by 163
In Texas a 24 hour period nears completion with 163 violent deaths tallied by the Department of Public Safety and United Press. The figure trails earlier forecasts as officials adjust casualty estimates and monitor ongoing incidents.
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Stores and Offices to Close For New Year
New Year observed with federal state county and city offices closed. Most businesses shut for the day. County employees except sheriff's department get the day off. City police and fire departments on duty. Local paper publishes Wednesday with early edition at noon for after noon release.
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Transit Strike Averted in New York After Talks
New York City avoids a transit worker strike after more than ten hours of negotiations. Mayor Robert F Wagner fronts an eight member panel to resolve a deadlock with AFL-CIO unions and the Transit Authority. Estimated city cost reaches 29.25 million dollars. Italy plans to buy 16 to 20 passenger jets from an American firm for nationalized airlines with a decision by late January.
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