US Denies Speeding Troop Moves to Middle East
Washington officials deny reports that the Second U.S. armored division is ordered from Germany to the Middle East or that 1,000 Marines may be sent to Crete. Army and State Department say no new deployments are planned. Sixth Fleet remains the principal force with no urgent augmentation. Marine HQ notes Mediterranean amphibious forces will visit Crete in May, clarifying past rumors.
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Eisenhower to deliver first-term second campaign address
President Eisenhower accepted an invitation to speak Tuesday at a Washington dinner hosted by the Republican National Committee for about 800 GOP leaders. The openly political address will kickoff his second-term campaign and is the first since his heart attack.
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Device reduces long party-line calls in Utah
Uintah Basin Telephone Association installed a device to curb lengthy party-line conversations across seven Utah communities. It forces users to finish within one minute, cutting the connection automatically after that time.
No Doubt It Sounded Serious In Ponca City Fight
A Ponca City police officer investigated a reported fight and described the incident as not serious. The officer noted a man was attempting to put his two children to bed when the call occurred.
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Cole attacks mark a turning point for integration
Nat King Cole, attacked by white assailants in Birmingham while performing before 4010, says the incident may boost support for integration. He emphasizes he will continue South shows with mixed acts on stage and urges upholding the law while denying political motives. Six men charged. White House rebuttal fires back at Truman.
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Truman Attacks Eisenhower Over Farm Prices Policy
Des Moines report notes Harry Truman condemns Dwight Eisenhower as a “do nating President” whose farm price policy would harm American farmers. He spoke to a $25-a-plate crowd of about 3,200 Democrats, recalling his 1948 victory and referencing a Dexter visit.
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UN Secretary General Says Israel and Egypt Agree to Refrain
United Nations Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold reported to the Security Council that Israel and Egypt have agreed to refrain from hostile acts except in self defense. The pledge aims to ease tensions between the two nations.
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Home candidate loses race and tax seizure
Chicago officials report that Joseph La Bar, who had mounted a swift bid for a Democratic congressional nomination, lost his race and then faced an Internal Revenue Service seizure of his home for tax nonpayment.
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Farmhand corrects motorist on rocky Vermont field
A motorist mocks a farmer tilled rocky ground in Vermont. The farmer replies he does not own the farm, implying ownership lies elsewhere. The exchange reveals local livelihood challenges on rugged farmland.
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Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier Reunited in Monaco Welcome
Grace Kelly greeted Prince Rainier on the Monaco coast aboard the yacht Deo Juvante. They kissed and waved from the palace balcony as thousands cheered, with Grace’s parents watching and a 21 gun salute marking the moment.
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WCFN Sold to Two Railroads Approved by CC
The Interstate Commerce Commission approved the sale of the Waterloo Cedar Falls and Northern railroad to Rock Island and Illinois Central accord, with Waterloo Railroad Company forming to operate the line. The purchase exceeds two million dollars in cash and assume liabilities, including Waterloo's mortgage, and stockholders will surrender their holdings for about 7 a share.
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City replies to petition over heavy trucks on Twentieth Street
Council rejects hidden actions claim and clarifies truck routing rules. Mayor Meaghan defends transparency as Safety Commissioner Prochaska cites ordinances permitting heavy vehicle access to residential streets when no alternative exists. Officials say Sixteenth Avenue SW widening blocks normal route to a freight terminal, leaving limited ingress and egress.
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Red Cross Campaign Exceeds County Goal by 1000
Lang County Red Cross drive ends with total of 7 6 3 thousand dollars, reaching the county share for disaster relief. Chairmen praise volunteers as divisions including residential industrial mercantile and service establishments report over the top results. Additional funds are needed due to rising demand from recent disasters.
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Adlai Urges Ike to Sign Farm Bill for Farmers
Adlai Stevenson urged President Eisenhower to sign the farm bill saying it will help reform income for producers of basic commodities. He argued the bill, though imperfect, could offer a partial solution to surplus issues and support the farm economy.
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Link-Belt Plans Big Addition at Cedar Rapids Plant
Link-Belt Speeder Corporation revealed plans for a $325000 addition to its Cedar Rapids plant. The 90 by 300 foot building will run parallel to Fourteenth avenue at the south end of the current factory on Sixth street SW. President David W Lelti an nounced the expansion will add 27 000 square feet for steel shop use and to balance machine shop steel shop and assembly shop production.
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Slain Nancy Parker's Home Life Questioned In Trial
The mother of Nancy Parker testified that the Parker home seemed happy, denying marriage troubles. Darrel F. Parker, 24, is on trial for first degree murder, accused of strangling his wife Nancy, 22, on December 14. The defense questioned the description of the couple as submissive, while witnesses described harmony at home.
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Congress Passes Farm Bill Despite Presidential Veto Threat
Washington reports Congress sent an election-year farm bill to President Eisenhower Thursday despite his warning of a veto. Lawmakers pressed forward with passage late Wednesday, brushing aside the President’s criticism that the measure is “not good.”
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How Iowans Voted
AP report notes Iowa's all Republican congressional delegation voted for the final passage of a bill. House members Wallington Tens Schwere and Cunningham backed the unsuccessful motion while Delliver Gross Veeven Jensen LeCompte and Tale opposed it. All members supported the final bill on the roll call with Senators Weltenlaoper and Martin also voting for passage.
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Senate passes farm bill amid split votes and veto talk
The Senate approved the measure by 57 to 35 after earlier passage in the House 237 to 181, signaling a sharp victory for supporters of price supports and the soil bank. President Eisenhower faces a possible veto as Hagerty offered no clear stance while Benson defended the bill’s flaws and urged stronger farm relief.
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