Ike Aides Defer Tax Cut Decision and Funding Increases
Ike moves forward with spending boosts while deferring tax cut decisions. Deputy Defense Secretary Quarles announced about two billion dollars in construction over the next five months. In other items, Ike asked Congress for eighty five million six hundred three thousand in reclamation and flood protection, flagging Flaming Gorge and Navajo dams. Major automakers promise to pass savings from any tax relief, while lawmakers seek broader tax cuts. Senator Robertson warns anti-recession spending could widen red ink in the coming fiscal year. Cuba’s tourist trade shows improvement.
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Oil City Seized as Jakarta Claims Victory in Sumatra
Jakarta forces press toward Padang amid naval duels and an assault on Pieemat as rebels report heavy casualties. U.S. envoy says about 600 Americans in Pakanbaru area safe with 350 Caltex employees nearby in Rumbai.
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Plan Draws Battle Over GI Home Loan Interest Boost
Republicans and six Democrats voted nay on the proposal to boost GI home loan interest. Nixon did not vote as an amendment was defeated by a tie. Republicans sought to seal victory by a parliamentary move to bar Democrats from raising the issue again, with the vote remaining 47-47 until Nixon.
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Nixon backs bill to lower interest rates prompts praise
Absent Democrats leave Senate with a two vote edge as Nixon’s supporters push through a measure to curb interest rates. Morse calls the move a grave blow to high rates while Capehart hails it as a victory for veterans and the unemployed. Johnson warns the legislation could spark 200000 extra housing starts in 1958, restoring jobs for over 10 percent of the unemployed.
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Officials Probe Newtown Fire
Officials investigate a Newtown house fire that damaged several structures but was contained by firefighters. Neighbors recall an oil burner igniting the roof days earlier, and residents helped extinguish the blaze. Property owner Raymond Hargelt said the crowded three room building prompted urging the family to relocate.
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Judge Mellitz to Receive Connecticut Valley B'nai B'rith Honor
Judge Samuel Mellitz of Bridgeport named 195 percent recipient of the Connecticut Valley B'nai B'rith citation for outstanding community work. The Yale Law School graduate and Superior court judge will be honored at a three day Monticello conference. presentation by Irving Rubenstein of Fairfield.
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Resignation of Haiti Army Chief Reported
Reports from New York say Brig. Gen. Antonio Kebreau has resigned as Haiti's armed forces chief and will depart Port au Prince for Paris. His exit could complicate President Francois Duvalier's rule as the Army had been under Kebreau's firm direction. Maurice Flambert was mentioned as his successor with no further details.
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Ghana Presents Ebony Wall Heads to Royal Empire Society
Ghanaian delegates presented a pair of ebony wall heads to the Royal Empire Society in Britain signaling cultural exchange and royal museum connections amid colonial era negotiations and sponsorships.
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Kovino Defends 600000 Cut In School Budget
Milford town managers and officials clash over a proposed 600000 reduction to the school budget. He argues the board must scrutinize town funds with prudence while defending teachers’ hours, contrasted by a citizen who calls his figures a lie.
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Strikers Return to Dress Plants in Nine States
Dressmakers in nine states resumed work as 19 000 workers in independent shops in New York and Pennsylvania remained on strike. The nationwide action covered Connecticut New Jersey Delaware Maryland Vermont Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Local plants re opened include Mayebelle Connecticut I J Weiss Rose Fairfield Dress and the Norman Dress shop. The contract raises wages by eight percent from an average of 2.10 per hour and strengthens fringe benefits and enforcement.
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Classic Favorites Music for Listening Collection
A nostalgic list features square dance tunes and classic pieces by American and European composers. Includes references to traditional pieces and notable names, suggesting a curated listening suite with varied tonal styles for enjoyment.
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Messier
Paris
Colts Sign Pair Cannavino and Friedberg
Joe Cannavino halfback from Ohio State and Mike Friedberg tackle from Millersville Teachers signed first year contracts with the Baltimore Colts. Cannavino at 6 feet 175 pounds was Baltimore's 16th choice in the 1958 NFL draft. Friedberg at 6 foot 4 and 230 pounds joined as a free agent.
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