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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1957

Page

2

Coty urges world snub for rebels in Algeria massacre

Paris AP report notes President Coty urged civilised nations to shun the rebel groups amid a mass killing in Merouga near Algiers. French forces launched a broad hunt using helicopters and armor as public anger grows over the violence and the broader Algerian revolt.

Paris Coty France Merouga Coly Tunisia Algeria Melcuza Tunisian Ali Chekkal

Flames Subdued In Dynamite Car Near Oakridge Ore

A Southern Pacific freight car loaded with dynamite caught fire near Oakridge Oregon Friday night. Firemen extinguished the flames with no explosion or serious damage, though one case of dynamite burned. The burning car was detached and the train continued to San Francisco after two hours of firefighting. A hot bearing started the blaze.

Oakridge Ore Southern Pacific Uain Thames San Francisco

FCC Complaint Over Cohen Interview Broadcast

The FCC said it had received a formal complaint from Los Angeles Police Capt. James N. Hamilton about a TV interview with former gangster Mickey Cohen on ABCs Mike Wallace Salesview. Hamilton objected to Cohen's criticisms of him and LAPD Chief William H. Parker. Wallace and ABC executives apologized publicly for the remarks.

Washington Federal Communications Commission Los Angeles Mickey Cohen American Broadcasting Company James N. Hamilton Wallace ABC Oliver Trevos Cohen

Billy Graham Urges Faith As Crowds Pack New York

In New York on Friday night Billy Graham told about 18,300 attendees that the modern generation defies God’s plan of redemption through Christ by rationalizing and clinging to cold hearts rather than embracing salvation.

New York Bills Graham

Billy Graham TV Series Sparks Record 10,739 Converts

Channel 7 and ACAG-TV presented Billy Graham in a Madison Square Garden program with a live audience. Graham emphasized salvation through Christ, stating punishment for sin is avoided by accepting Jesus. After the sermon, 48 converts were recorded, bringing seven nights total to 10,739 decisions for Christ.

Billy Graham Acag-Tv Chanel 9 Lanigh Madison Seqware Garden Graham God Christ

Pilgrims Plan Restoration Of Lidice Memorial

Four hundred Chicago activists of the Czechoslovak National Council will lead a pilgrims’ effort to restore the Lidice memorial in memory of the Nazi massacre victims. A re dedication ceremony is planned, with funds sought to renew the eternal flame and revive the site’s significance.

Libice Nui United Press Chicago Czechoslovak National Counsel Lidice Czechoslovakia Suncay Cacehoslovak Reinhard Heydrich UN Ferernand Tidice Stern Park Aml Advange Guard

Raid Names Sinatra and DiMagera in damages suit

In Los Angeles Frank Sinatra Joe DiMagera and seven others are sued for 206000 over a raid on Marilyn Monroe that misfired. Florence Kota Mass, 39, a secretary, says the mistaken crash into her apartment worsened her nerves and caused medical expenses and job loss. Sinatra says DiMagera rode with him but kept to the car during the incident.

Los Angeles Frank Sinatra Joe DikMagero Marilyn Monroe Florence Kota Mass Alineedt Sinatra DiMagera Bart

Texas Hit by Severe Rains and Tornadoes

Tornadoes and heavy storms struck Texas with up to 11 inches of rain in the southern plains and flash floods in towns like Brackettville. Two boys were killed by lightning, while crop damage delayed harvests from Uvalde to Lubbock and Amarillo. The Red Cross reported extensive impact across 46,224 Texans with thousands of dwellings and farm buildings affected.

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No Evidence of Damaging Radiation at Plant

The Atomic Energy Commission reports no evidence of damaging radiation doses from an accident at the M OW Kellogg Co plant in South Houston Texas. Radionuclide pellets broke during packaging. lab contamination occurred but homes of involved workers show relatively low radiation with one small healing blister and no injuries. External exposures stayed below permissible levels.

Washington Atomic Energy Commission Houston Texas Startech M. OW. Kellogg AEG Bureham D-Nlcl Atomin Energy

Kasper Conviction Upheld by Sixth Circuit Court

The Sixth Circuit on Saturday affirmed the conviction of John Kasper in connection with sexual harassment and contempt of court stemming from actions in Clinton Tennessee last August. Kasper was previously convicted in U.S. District Court in Knoxville and sentenced to jail. The court's ruling, written by Chief Judge Charles Mans, stresses obedience to court orders despite potential challenges.

Cincinnati John Kasper Clinton Tent Kasper U.S. District Court Knoxville Tenn Hiro Charlesmans

Hanchers in Iowa City Welcome First Grandchild

Virgil Wancher of Iowa City, tied to the University of Iowa, becomes a grandfather with a newborn born Friday night at University Hospitals. The newborn, son of Mrs. Richare Woekmath, adds joy to the Hancher family as they celebrate in this local note.

Asvue Ted Puess Sical Iowa City Virgil Wancher University of Towa A Boxe University Hospitals Richare’ Woekmath Hockmuth Mars. Hancher Virgil’ S Hanchers

Vanished man reappears at wife visit after hospital search

Stephen Kozanil emerged from a hospital early Saturday then calmly visited his wife at another facility. Police had been scouring Frantic hospital wards for clues as the missing man wandered the streets. His mother in law Thithie Weselek died after a fire wrecked their apartment. Three Kovik children were injured in the blaze as authorities pursued explanations for the interval before his return. In Vienna, police arrested a suspect linked to a factory theft, found at a home with 34,100 alarm samplings noted by detectives.

Alo Stephen Ko Fleow Suich Pacak Hen Walker Alferd Thithie Weselek Fanis Kozanil

Des Moines Businessman Faces Charge in Assault Case

Des Moines man Garner is charged after a string of telephone calls and a nighttime visit to a woman tied to Mrs. Benton. Police say Garner, president of German Construction, was injured during an incident. A hearing is planned after police report the alleged events occurred Thursday night and involved threats and a staged home visit.

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Twins Found Safe After Mass Quest Incident Near Seattle

In Washington AP report, 21st old Kevin and Jerako sons of MM Adbs were found alive about two miles northeast of their home after a large search. Civilians and soldiers joined the hunt across rugged terrain as temperatures cooled, with the children located near the Cauthilis of the Cusenades about 39 miles southeast of Seattle.

Kevin Jerako Poparterd Seattle

U S Eyes Test End if Nuclear Output Stopped

The United States signals openness to negotiating limits on nuclear testing as part of a broader disarmament framework with the Soviet Union. Reports say Washington may accept limited testing freezes if verification and inspections are feasible, easing Cold War tensions amid stalled talks.

U.S Infor Westem Oas Tak Nist White House Russia London Nul Park Soviet Union Inga Washington Russell Baker The Times Hay Fisenhower Union Hi Ag Willy

Yank Loses 2-1 in British Final

A fragmented report notes Yank losing 2-1 in the British final at FORMBY. The text mentions Fogland and unclear references to players and rounds, with scattered wording about a morning round and an opponent’s holes.

Yank Formby. Fogland Reid Cary Bathol Air Tieralet Jack

Satellite readiness report from Russia and UK reaction

London dispatch cites uncertain claims of a satellite ready to launch with Soviet academy statements and media speculation. Printers quote unnamed experts as observers note ongoing delays and lack of official launch timing. details remain unclear.

6 3/4-Ounce Baby Born in Hawaii

A fragmentary Hawaii column reports a baby born weighing six and three quarter pounds. The text mentions hospital staff and dates and names of parents Rox and others but is heavily garbled. The piece notes a premature birth and hospital confusion as staff recall the event.

Hawaii Hilo Ysounee Labs Priougy Lestie Beswhall Faloye Osny Dinetoar Rox

Divorce Granted Amid Domestic Strife Details

Vickie Covel filed for divorce from Weld Myer Covel at a Friday hearing. Judge Joseph Cook presided as Covel reported her husband withheld the baby and restrained her during earlier disputes. The case proceeded with standard custody concerns noted and the divorce granted.

Vickie Covel Eesha Joseph Cook Withert Avtarid

New Look Is Advised by Demo Chief

Senator Johnson calls for re evaluating U S policy after Britain's decision to expand trade with Communist China. He says the new look will be a pressing foreign policy issue in coming months and may soften U S stance toward Peiping. Humphrey and Knowland offer cautious reactions while Britain faces Chinese trade shifts. Oslo reports Norway relaxing embargo on goods with China, aligning with Britain’s approach.

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Korean wife and son fly to aid injured American soldier

A Korean wife and their 11 month old son traveled on a mercy flight to reach her husband in critical condition in Arkansas. An earlier report noted the father, Specialist 3C Havis Chess Cherry, near death from a car accident near Monticello, with hospital officials using a special chartered flight to expedite the journey.

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