New Road Program Won’t Bear Fruit for Some Time
Peter Edson reports from Washington that the 13 year 33 billion dollar federal aid for highways will start within 60 to 90 days but full operation may take two to five years as states submit projects and contracts await federal approval. Significant reform includes rights of way funding via a revolving fund and continued emphasis on interstate integration despite long timelines.
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President cancels July talks as health prompts postponement
Responding to Eisenhower's note, Nehru's state visit is postponed due to the President's illness. The Indian leader expressed disappointment but hoped for a future meeting. Fulbright calls the move a setback to international relations and cites the Panama trip announcement as a snub.
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Nehru Open to Rescheduled Talks With Eisenhower
Prime Minister Nehru expressed hope that he and President Eisenhower could hold postponed talks at a future date. He did not suggest any specific time for the meeting.
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