McElroy Resigns Defense Post as Gates Named Successor
President Eisenhower announced the resignation of Defense Secretary Neil H. McElroy and named Undersecretary Thomas Gates Jr. to succeed him. The move follows a National Security Council meeting where McElroy received the Medal of Freedom for his service and dedication. McElroy said personal reasons prompted his exit after two years at the top defense post and will return to Procter & Gamble. Gates, a former Navy official and Republican, will assume duties amid defense budget and policy challenges.
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Space Films Lost In Sea CAPE CANAVEIAL
Air Force effort to capture full color earth images from space edge failed as a 16 millimeter camera nose cone was not recovered from the Atlantic Ocean after missile launch. Weather reconnaissance mission labeled as test.
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Soviet premier vows huge weapon stockpile amid disarmament push
Nikita Vyshchev says the USSR has rockets with nuclear warheads sufficient to wipe out all potential foes, while the visiting premier urges destroying stockpiles at once if a universal disarmament program is agreed. They seek a fast Midwest summit with Hungary's Communist party amid post rebellion tensions.
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US USSR Sign Antarctic Peace Treaty In Daylong Signing
Washington reports that the United States the Soviet Union and ten other nations signed a treaty for peaceful use of Antarctica. Leaders hailed the pact as a milestone in international cooperation for science and peace, with commitments to neutralize the region from military use and to share research, data, and specialists. The agreement awaits ratification and allows non member states to join by unanimous consent.
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Ejection Device Aids Bail Outs
China take Clif Nay announced a near ready ejection aid to assist bail outs. The device has been tested successfully at ground level and is ready for use by Mets in emergencies.
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Eisenhower Considers Latin America Flyby as goodwill tour
President Eisenhower may add a flying trip to South America to his global goodwill tour plan. The proposal resurfaced during a bipartisan conference with congressional leaders, and if approved could precede the late April East-West summit.
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Eisenhower
South America
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Seaway Ships In Deadline Rush
A deep sea vessel steamed through the St. Lawrence Seaway in the last convoy to sail for the Atlantic before winter storms halt navigation until spring.
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Montreal
St. Lawrence Seaway
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Peninsula Lothario Denies Threats in Millbrae Assault Case
Gene D. Watkins, 50, is booked on assault with intent to commit murder after allegedly breaking into the home of Mrs. Branden in Millbrae and threatening her. Police traced a license plate to Watkins, who later claimed he hid in a closet to avoid arrest. Mrs. Branden, 39, denies prior contact. detectives said further questioning would follow after a complaint is filed.
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Plane Crashes Into Mountain 25 Aboard
A Philadelphia to Cleveland airliner carrying 23 passengers and crew crashed into a mountain south of Williamsport Pennsylvania during a driving snow. One survivor was found thrown clear and rushed to Divine Providence Hospital. the crew included Captain Tom Goldsmith co pilot George Bowers and steward William Conger. The crash halted access as a snow blocked the nearest road and a helicopter from Olmstead Air Force Base ferried doctors to the scene.
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Prayer For Today Amid Clouds and Hope
A devotional reflection prays to God the Father for guidance in uncertain morrows. It contrasts dark skies with sunlit faith and gratitude for warmth, courage, and divine power to pursue aspirations.
Bombers Take Part in Simulated Los Angeles Strike
U.S. Navy and Marine crews flew Sky Warrior bombers from Yuma to participate in Operation Top Gun a naval air weapons meet simulating a nuclear attack on Los Angeles through high speed runs and targeted bombing drills. The Atlantic Fleet and Pacific Fleet units competed with missions at Point Msp Calif and the Marine Auxiliary Air Station.
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Redwoods Afire Near Big Basin
A forest fire in northern Santa Cruz County spread near Highway 9 and Waterman Gap in the San Lorenzo Valley. About 100 acres scorched as crews struggled against anticipated afternoon winds, with 70 firefighters and three bulldozers on the line and potential multi day containment.
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Ben Miller
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Uranium Stock Trio On Trial in San Leandro
Three men face preliminary hearing in San Leandro for allegedly selling 11,000 worth of unregistered Merco Corp stock in Nevada, violating safe securities laws. Waller Bean, Morris Robinson, and Lwand Gillice are identified as the defendants, with Gillice noted as an Auburn mining engineer. The case centers on unregistered stock sale and missing licenses with the California Corporations Commissioner. The hearing is expected to last three days.
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Safety strip work blamed in car pileup
Construction on a divider strip barrier aimed at preventing accidents contributed to a six car pileup on the Nimitz Freeway just north of Davis Street in San Leandro. The 10 30 am collision in the northbound lanes caused no injuries as traffic was funneled from three to two lanes for ongoing median barrier work.
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Duncan Sister Hurt In Crash
In Chicago a member of the Duncan Sisters vaudeville act was seriously injured when her car struck a bridge pillar. The accident occurred during a suburban drive, leaving the performer hospitalized.
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