Russia says Red Army demobilized 1.2 million
Moscow reports the Soviet Union will demobilize 1.2 million troops by May 1957 to boost industry and living standards. The Defense Ministry cautions cuts may not reduce Western threat and notes emphasis on ground forces and technical development. Western observers link moves to economy strain and policy aims.
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Moscow
INS
Soviet Union
Defense Department
U. S
Free World
Russia
Red army cut sparks cautious U.S. reaction
Washington officials reacted cautiously to Moscow's plan to shave 1.29 million troops next year, saying the move would matter only if paired with verifiable disarmament. Hagerty noted more significance if a Soviet delegation embraced aerial inspection and other proposals.
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Washington
INS
White House
Russia
James C. Hagerty
Kremlin
Eisenhower
U.S
Moscow
Senate panel approves women’s rights measure
A Senate committee endorsed a women’s rights proposal amid discussion of equal access and protection. The measure aims to clarify protections and expand opportunities, signaling possible floor action in coming weeks as supporters push for swift adoption.
Pacific Coast Ships Collide Kills Four Seamen
A collision off central California between the coastal freighter Howard Olson and the Marine Leopard sank the Olson. Four crewmen are dead, 25 rescued, with three bodies recovered and identified. Names listed include Andrew Schieb, Richard W McHugh, Frank A Krohn and Cyrus J Karen. The Olson sails from Los Angeles to San Francisco. the Leopard headed to Los Angeles after leaving the Golden Gate.
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Pacific
Howard Olson
Marine Leopard
Monterey
Calif
Olson
California
Andrew Schieb
Los Angeles
Richard W.'Mchugh
Portland
Ore
Frank A. Krohn
San Francisco
Cyrus J. Karen
Oakland
Oliver J. Olson
Oliver J. Olson Co
Luckenbach Line
Golden Gate
Ex Fairmont Banker Sentenced to Three Years
John W. Meredith, former Fairmont bank cashier, was sentenced to three years in prison for two counts of making false entries tied to a 595000 fund shortage. He was released on 20000 bond pending an appeal after the judge overruled a motion for a new trial. Meredith and two associates faced multiple charges in U S District Court.
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Wheeling
John W. Meredith
Fairmont
Meredith
Herbert $. Boreman
Boreman
U. S
First National Bank of
Lee S. Ford
Uniontown
Hammond Brick
John Manchin
Fairmington
Four white men charged with holding a 16 year old
In Magnolia Mississippi on May 14 four white men were charged with holding against her will a 16 year old Black girl. Officers said the girl was attacked in a swamp near the Mississippi Louisiana line after they sought women to speak with. The men, Erne, Duncan, Olen Duncan, and Deron Duncan, were hunted after the girl escaped and led deputies to the scene. The mother notified the sheriff, and a search involving county deputies followed.
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Magnolia, Miss
Erne
McCamb
Olen Duncan
Deron Duncan
Loth
Tylertown
Ridnay
Tapemin
Sherif James May
Walthall County
Puke County
Me-Coma
George George to serve as Ike's NATO representative
Sen. George of Georgia accepts President Eisenhower's invitation to become a personal representative with ambassadorial rank in NATO. He will retain his Senate seat for now and assist with NATO development alongside Sec. Dulles, consulting with Canada Italy and Norway while adjournment occurs.
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Sen
George
D-Ga
Eisenhower
White House
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Congress
Dulles
Canada
Italy
Norsgay
NATO Council
White House Ling
Man Struggles With Income And Credit Limits
A man initially cannot stay within his income and even his credit falls short of his needs leading to financial strain and adjustments.
Farm bill Okayed by House To Arrest Slump
The House approved a record 1.99 billion dollar farm bill to back existing programs for 1957, sending the measure to the Senate. It omits the soil bank funds but advances funding for rural electrification, credit systems, and conservation. The act, $3.8 million below the president’s request, aims to steady farm incomes amid a long downturn.
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Washington
House
America
Senate
Commodity Credit Corporation
Agricultural Department
Farmers Home Administration
Foreign Agricultural Service
Eden Stands Silent On Fate of Frogman
London May 14 Prime Minister Anthony Eden refused to lift the security curtain on the frogman mystery as a Labour motion of censure failed 316 to 229. Eden cited national and international interests including improving relations with Russia. The case centers on Cmdr. Lionel Crabb missing after a mission linked to a Soviet visit to Britain.
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Eden
Fate of
Frogman
London
INS
Anthony Eden
House of Commons
Britain
Russia
Cmdr
Lionell Crabb
Crabb
Portsmouth Harbor
Nikolai Bulganin
Communist Party
Nikita Khrushchev
U. S
Royal Navy
Gamma radiation exposure at Ft Belvoir workers
The Atomic Energy Commission stated at least 14 workers were exposed to small gamma doses during construction of an Army package power reactor at Ft Belvoir Virginia. An iridium source left unshielded for about three hours caused the exposure. doses were not serious, and all involved received medical exams.
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Washington
Atomic Energy Commission
Ft. Belvier
Tha
AEC
Ft. Belvoir
Britain apologizes as Crabb undertakes unauthorised underwater mission
The text notes Britain apologizes for the incident while Crabb proceeds with an underwater mission without government permission. It reflects on conversations with Russian readers and the belief that pursuing this path marks the beginning of a broader policy, which the speaker deplores.
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Britain
Crabb
Governor Race Losses Prompt Mayor Bail-Out Drive
City Hall workers contributed to reimburse Mayor Copenhaver for personal campaign costs after his failed Republican gubernatorial bid. City Treasurer Donald C. Shank said the voluntary drive had an enthusiastic response but may fall short of the full several thousand dollars. Copenhaver called the move an act of friendship and noted it reflected the dedication of city employees.
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Donald C. Shank
Copenhaver
Algeria faces renewed rebel attacks in Algeria
In Algiers May 14 the French Resident Minister warned of a new hard period as guerrillas vow increased terrorism. Attacks have killed many and farms burned. French reinforcements press to counter. In nearby Tunisia attackers killed three and wounded more in Tunis.
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Algiers
Algeria
Robert Lajouste
Constantine
Lacasse
Counnier
Tunisia
Tunnis
Teen crowd disrupts city boulevard in chaotic scene
A group of teenagers crowded a city boulevard, barreling along in a rough mob. One youth stood up and leaned over to wipe the exterior of a windshield as the crowd surged forward, creating a hazardous public disturbance.
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