Virginia Housewife urges peace talks with Soviet officials
Frances Lewine reports Virginia housewife Mrs. Howard J. Thomas secretly visited the Russian embassy in Washington three times since 1954 to promote the Golden Rule and better understanding. She met friendly Russians but cannot claim clear success in her one woman campaign for world peace.
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Mrs. Thomas Describes Little Rock Crisis Talk With Russians
Mrs. Thomas recalled her embassy visit during the Little Rock crisis and said the Russian counterpart asked about U.S. disarmament and peace. She emphasized America’s desire for peace and the Russians’ remarks on education and science. she hopes to visit Russia someday. The report notes her family details and a TV program listing.
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Army Aiming To Free Scientists From KP Chore
Army plans to discharge GI scientists and engineers whose talents are underutilized and shift them to private industry. Major General Herbert Jones says the missile age program will reduce kitchen police duties and guard work, allowing experts to focus on their professions. Representative Cretella has pressed for accountability, citing Aberdeen proving ground engineers spent time on dishes and guards.
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This Gunman Has One Track Mind
A well dressed gunman boarded a bus in New York and forced the driver James Pardoles to drive nine miles while demanding to go home. The passenger refused offers of money, ordered the lights out, and fled when a patrol car approached.
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