House Appropriations Boost Missile Fund to 1.41 Million
Wartington reports the House Appropriations Committee approved an emergency 1.41 million dollar fund to speed missile programs and boost Air Force retaliatory power. The package, larger than President Eisenhower's request, redirects 40 million to Army space and missile efforts, including Pershing development. The transfer funds finance space and weapons programs, asserting U S lead in strategic power but noting gaps in satellites and ballistic missiles.
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Pension Funds Total 69835 For Police And Firemen
City Council last night reported pension funds totaling 69835 for police and fire departments. Police fund is 46690 and firemen fund 33139. Funds funded by employee and city contributions, established by council years ago, and Social Security covers city employees. Council also approved buying a traffic light contractor unit for 523 to serve as emergency spare. Clarelive Wallace proposed appointment to Airport Authority. St Boggs approved as member.
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Snow Likely In Corry Area Tonight
A large eastward storm moving toward the northern United States brings a forecast of rain turning to sleet and possible snow in the Corry area tonight. Temperatures outlook highs near upper 30s and a freezing night, with travel conditions hazardous for motorists as the storm reaches the Great Lakes region. Sunrise was 4:00 AM and sunset at 5:22 PM.
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Hearing Set For Pizza Shop Theft Suspect Bard Holland
Bard Holland, held on an $85,000 bond, faces a hearing Thursday before a commissioner in Philadelphia on charges connected to the March 21, 1956 pizza shop robbery in Uniontown. FBI agents arrested him yesterday on a fugitive warrant, noting he had been working as a laborer in Philadelphia.
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Severe Snowstorm Paralyzes the Midwest
A major winter storm crippled the Midwest with forecasts of up to 12 inches of snow. Eastern Kansas, Kansas City area and northern Missouri faced heavy accumulations and 25 to 35 mph winds creating whiteout conditions on highways. Local plows worked overnight while roads remained blocked and travel slowed across several states.
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Mother's Plea May Result In Son's Freedom
Mrs Ruth Redmond of Yorkers N Y plans to travel to Peiping to plead with Premier Chou En-lai for the release of her son Hugh Redmond, 38, serving a life term in Shanghai on spy charges. The Chinese Red Cross conveyed the idea but offered no promises, and the fate of Hugh and two other Americans remains unresolved as Mrs Redmond awaits Chou's decision.
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Rules No Award In Crash Suit
A jury in Anrew County court yesterday found for both parties in a damage action arising from the death of Clifford Dundon of Curry on April 10, 1956. The suit, brought by Walter Dundon as administrator of the estate, involved the Erie Truck Co. and one driver, F Davis of Eve. The fatal collision occurred on Route A west of Corry when the Dundon car traveled eastward and the truck headed west.
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Worried Driver Killed In Crash
A driver identified as Worried Driver Killed In Crash died at Allegheny General Hospital hours after an auto collision on Babco pk Boulevard. William H. Jagow, 35, of Mars, the other involved driver, told police he had been worried after his home burned the prior night. He said his car left the roadway, struck a neighbor’s car, and rammed into a parked vehicle.
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Order Surrender Of Klan Leader After Wild Rally
Robeson County authorities ordered Klansman leader James Cole to surrender on riot charges following a confrontation near Maxton. Grand jury indicted Cole and James Garland Marlin of Reidsville, with 1,000 dollar bonds set for Cole and multiple suspects identified as involved in the melee that drove Klansmen from the site. Four people were slightly injured as Indians fired into the air and ground. Martin, a tobacco worker, faces drunkenness and weapons charges.
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Grandfather Saves Four From Gas. Five Perish At West Finley Home
Howard J. Cox, 68, arrived to help his daughter in law and four grandchildren after carbon monoxide from a heater sickened the family in West Finley, Washington County. He saved Eugene Cox Sr., 38, and three grandchildren before dying heroically. Mrs Dorothy Cox, 29, and five others were found dead or gravely ill. Eugene Jr. and several children remained hospitalized in fair condition at Washington Hospital. The incident prompted a page continuation.
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How We Stand On Education
A Pennsylvanian discussion on rising school costs shows taxpayers funding jumps from roughly $120 per child to over $320 since World War II. The piece cites higher teacher salaries, vehicle costs, school districts receiving large sums, and expanded services for handicapped students, noting long-term trends and burdens on public education.
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President Says U S Will Strengthen Missile Race
President Eisenhower told Chicago supporters that the United States is stronger militarily and will grow stronger, urging national security to be kept out of political campaigns. He pledged modernization of defenses to meet the Russian threat, and said he would participate personally in the modernizaton program until the job is done. A 15 minute speech before about 5 000 diners at International Amphitheatre opened his sixth year as president, carried nationwide by TV and radio.
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City Council Transfers Sewage Plant to Safety Dept
City Council voted to move the sewage disposal plant from the Sweets Department to the Safety Department now led by Councilman Raymond Weber. Mayor Kinley quickly enacted the transfer while Weber proposed technical reviews by City Engineer Don William and hiring a plant operator to address core issues.
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Klansmen In Flogging Of Negro Farmer Trial Opens
The Cheshvilhy Court opened with Judge James M Bruileford presiding as five men face charges of assault and house breaking in a case tied to a fatal flogging of Claud Cruel a former neighbor. Witnesses described a dawn raid by about 13 men on Cruelty home as his wife cared for their children, with injuries reported and the injured man hospitalized.
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Acheson Frowns On Russian Talks in Washington
Former Secretary of State Acheson criticized the Eisenhower administration for lack of preparation in dealing with Soviet talks. He pointed to a dangerous situation and urged stronger action while leading the Democratic party foreign policy advisory group. He announced pamphlets his committee is preparing to explain current policy and future steps.
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Dynamite Found at Central High. FBI Probes Threat
Nine dynamite sticks were found in a basement locker at Little Rock Central High School. FBI agents and Arkansas National Guardsmen investigated for hours, searching with a tip that two sticks were placed, one being real. Superintendent Vireil Blossom faced questions as federal agents safeguarded the campus and kept it open to students.
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Council Denounces Wage Disputes at City Hall
Mayor admonishes that wage disputes have no place in council chamber and urges employees to settle issues within their departments. The incident follows James Costello’s complaint from the streets department about pay and a reply from Walter Hinxs, with Costello urged to seek an internal resolution.
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Remnants Found In Search For Missing Plane
Debris from a missing aircraft was located seven miles west of Ontiti Talend, with reports describing a large-scale search effort. Rescue teams surveyed the area as weather spotting and radio distress signals guided ongoing efforts near Glintae and Howellin, while authorities coordinated transport and search operations.
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City To Buy New Sweeper Salt Spreader
City council debated purchasing a street sweeper and salt spreader. Wayne machine offered a price difference of about 1200 over the Elgin unit, but the Elgin was chosen for total cost around 12000 after discussion. Mayor Kinley urged a prompt recommendation from Capwell after checking maintenance costs with other cities.
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Sheriff Levies On Al Marty in Miles City Area
Sheriff reports attachment of Al Marty assets to collect 5501.05 court debt after his involvement in a Erie gambling scandal. County Solicitor Jacob Held confirms this action follows the defendant’s request to settle. list of individuals owing portions of the minors’ sums is provided, with amounts ranging up to several thousand dollars.
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Arthur Damore
Raymond Czulewicz
Henry Sosela
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Seven youths questioned in Oregon school theft case
GOOD BUSINESS ADRIAN Ore Seven young suspects were questioned by police about a weekend theft of 870 from a grade school principal office. Officers said one boy had a stolen key last summer and rented it to friends to enter the building. The rental charge was 8 dollars.
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Senators challenge Ike on security claims in Chicago
Democrat leaders assailed President Eisenhower’s claim that national security had been markedly strengthened under seven years of GOP rule. Senator Russell said the United States trails Russia in relative strength, citing B52 and B58 developments, as Kefauver and Mansfield accuse the admin of failing to keep the nation ahead and politicizing defense.
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Jet Seaplane Passes First Test in Baltimore
martin co s remodeled jet engined SeaMaster passed its first flight test yesterday in Baltimore. the huge seaplane capable of 600 miles per hour flew for an hour under navy observation. earlier experimental models for coastal reconnaissance blew up due to tail trouble. five more trials are planned with production types to follow.
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