Great Train Robbery Nets Large Cash Heist at Cheddington
Masked bandits halted a mail train near Cheddington, escaping with an estimated 2.3 million dollars in cash and gems. Scotland Yard leads the investigation as Postmaster General Bevins offers a reward. insurance covers banks. Police tracked suspects amid roadblocks and stories of a 15-man gang aboard plus more than 75 people onboard.
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Nye Faces Gas Death in Slaying
Pasadena Superior Court Judge V1. Burton Noble yesterday sentenced Robert Lee Nye to die in Quinns gas chamber. Nye, 21, was convicted by a jury of murder of Doctors on F andia Road. Deputy Public Defender Lothair Schoenheit urged a life term arguing Nye is a youth with potential rehabilitation.
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31 Nations Sign Test Ban Treaty
In Washington UPI reports 31 nations joined a historic ceremony at the State Department to sign a nuclear test ban treaty, pledging to stop atmospheric, outer space, and underwater tests. Delegates from diverse nations, including Australia, Mexico, Canada, India, and Yugoslavia, committed to reduce radioactive fallout and promote international amity.
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Washington
UPI
State Department
New Zealand
George Fh. Laking
Gratitude Expressed as Nations Join Treaty Signing
Diplomats list six new signatories Ethiopia Netherlands Turkey Sudan Denmark Norway while China and France skip. The ceremony began at 8 45 am with Australia's Sir Howard Beale signing first as Undersecretary George W Ball presented the treaty copies in Moscow and Washington context.
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Turkey
Sudan
Denmark
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China
France
State Department
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Howard Beale
George W. Ball
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Washington
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United. States
Helicopter Find Ends Mrs Vera Greer Missing Five Days
Mrs Vera Greer who wandered during her fishing trip was found alive after five days in a harsh region near Weriitt southeast Texas. She endured extreme heat and dehydration while surviving in rugged terrain. A separate obituary notes Charles Ty Fisher, 33, founder of Fisher Body Co., died yesterday as the fourth brother among seven to pass. General Halleton HM Howse, new UN commander in Korea, said North Koreans are probing for weaknesses as American casualties mount. In Belgrade, Orville Freeman visits Yugoslavia for a five day tour. Senators Kefauver and Morse criticized a proposed 44 dollar per million satellite spending as a potential giveaway unless funded by CSOC.
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Weriitt
Teras
Kennedy urges rapid Senate action on nuclear test ban treaty
President Kennedy sent the limited test ban treaty to the Senate with a call for speedy approval to secure a more peaceful world. He urged prompt hearings next week and a final floor vote in September, noting U S ratification is essential for the treaty to take effect.
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Haiti Rebel Group Fails to Overthrow Duvalier
Eighteen uniformed men identifying as a Haitian invasion force say their attempt to topple President Francois Duvalier failed. They escaped back into the Dominican Republic after being cut off from the main group. The Haitian government announced the invasion was crushed by loyal troops shortly after crossing from the Dominican Republic. Exile spokesman Patti Veraa confirmed the retreat.
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Patti Veraa
Kennedy Baby Remains in Experimental Breathing Chamber
Patrick Kennedy, born prematurely at Otis Air Force Base, was placed in a six by eight foot breathing chamber at Harvard Medical School to aid lung function. President and Mrs Kennedy visited, while Attorney General Kennedy said there is no urgency. Salinger noted the device is experimental and used to force air into the infant’s underdeveloped lungs. The baby’s condition remained serious with improving respiration but volatile oxygen input. Doctors planned two hour shifts inside the chamber through the night as Harvard teams monitored the rare treatment.
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Russians shelve moon mission plan for years says scientist
Washington reports that a British space expert quoted by American officials says the USSR has shelved its manned moon program for several years. He added Soviet scientists favor an international cooperative approach rather than a single nation leading the effort, if a suitable body of scientists exists.
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Space Agency
Classified Ad Sparks Quick Sales in San Gabriel
A reader notes that a single Independent and Star News classified ad appeared yesterday and rapidly sold most household and office furnishings. Listings include desks, wheelchair, refrigerator, drafting table, and other items. Contact numbers Sycamore 6-031 and Zenith 2430 prompt readers to place ads.
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Fairview
San Gabriel
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GOP Debt Limit Fight Falls Short in House Vote
Washington report notes a GOP bid to trim the 309 billion dollar debt ceiling failed in the House by a 221 to 195 margin as Democrats argued the move would crimp Treasury cash flow while lawmakers pressed spending bills. Rhetoric mixed with claims the bill would force the Treasury to stretch funds. two Republicans voted yes in the final tally.
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Limelight Unnerving Airman at Otis Base
An Otis Air Force Base airman, John M Bolger of Jersey City, said he felt nervous as reporters asked about his role in a presidential child’s birth. He volunteered along with two others to donate blood of the same type to Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis after the emergency.
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Jersey City
Otis Air Force Base
Patrick’s Mother Showing Courage at Air Base
Otis Air Force Base Massachusetts report that First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, for Patrick Bouvier Kennedy who suffers a breathing condition, showed courage as news reached them of slight improvement. Mrs Hugh D. Auchincloss arrived to share the President’s update and express relief as the infant’s condition eased. Kennedy left Cape Cod after a quiet lunch with family.
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