Fire losses up but deaths dip in 1956 survey
The National Fire Protection Association reports 1956 U S fire deaths about 10 600 down 875 from 1955 while property losses reach a record roughly 1 25 billion. Big fires and notable incidents in Malibu Brooklyn and Venezuela mark the year.
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Lausche Resigns as Ohio Governor to Become Senator
Ohio Governor Frank J. Lausche resigns to take a U.S. Senate seat. Lt. Gov. John W. Brown, a Republican, will assume the governorship at noon tomorrow until January 34 when Attorney General C. William ONeill, a Republican, is elected. Lausche hints he may vote with Republicans on Senate organization under certain conditions.
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Burma Sets Up Directorate of Imports and Exports in Rangoon
Burma announces the creation of a new directorate based in Rangoon to oversee imports and exports. The move aims to streamline trade and regulatory oversight in the region.
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