Riots Loom as Indonesian Capital Seethes Over SEATO
Singapore reports anti SEATO sentiment surges in Jakarta with student groups planning mass demonstrations against the United States Australian and Philippine embassies. U S Marine guards at the embassy on alert amid rising anti Americanism as rebels in Sumatra face a government push to occupy oil centers and reopen Caltex and Stanvac operations.
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Batista Warns Cuban Rebels Threat of Total War Declared
Havana report says Cuban President Fulgencio Batista warned Sunday he will take any measures needed to counter a rebel threat described as total war after next week. He denounced Fidel Castro's ultimatum as arrogant and warned of possible amnesty only with good faith. Batista opposes foreign intervention but would accept UN or OAS election supervision if asked.
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UAW Opens 1958 Bargaining With GM Demands
DETROIT (UP) The United Auto Workers lays out its 1958 contract demands at General Motors as Walter P. Reuther stresses the importance of an early start. The three year GM contract expires May 29, Ford and Chrysler on June 1. UAW seeks a 10 cent hourly wage rise plus enhanced unemployment benefits pensions job security and severance pay in plant closures. Industry observers estimate the overall package at 38 cents per hour or more.
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Walter P. Reuther
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Chrysler
Elizabeth Taylor Faces Grief Over Husband's Death
Hollywood friends report Elizabeth Taylor coping with the sudden death of husband Mike Todd. She is described as determined to continue her film career despite the loss, with support from associates and tributes flowing from fans and even Mamie Eisenhower. Taylor, once married to Michael Wilding, shared a close friendship with both men as she navigates the tragedy.
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Mike Todd Dies in New Mexico Plane Crash a Showman
Hollywood producer Mike Todd perished in a private plane crash in New Mexico, ending a flamboyant career marked by dazzling premieres, Hollywood power, and dramatic comebacks. He led a life of wealth, risk taking, and high profile marriages, notably to Elizabeth Taylor, with a son in New York and a daughter born last August, Liza.
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Rites Tuesday For Art Cohn
Funeral services are set for Art Cohn on Tuesday in Hollywood for the screenwriter who died in the crash that killed film producer Mike Todd and two others near Grants New Mexico. Cohn, 49, will be buried at Hollywood Cemetery Chapel with Beth Olam Cemetery to follow. Rabbi Herry Sherer of Temple Sinai Long Beach will officiate.
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Knowland Eyes California Governor Run Amid Underdog Note
California campaign coverage portrays Sam F. Knowland as an underdog in a possible governor bid. The article traces his Senate tenure, Taft’s succession, and his role as a conservative leader while weighing a 1960s presidential path and potential impact if defeated.
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Happy Pins Seen Unfair to Workers
An NLRB examiner ruled it can be an unfair labor practice for an employer to make workers wear buttons saying we are happy. Louis Prost cited the Atlanta Ga abattoir case where happy buttons were part of a broader pattern of illegal antiunion activity.
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Oakland Seaman Killed by Train in Yard Accident
A one year old Oakland seaman was killed Sunday in the Southern Pacific yards when he fell beneath a moving freight train while attempting to board. The mishap occurred in Stockton and the body was found near the rails.
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Thre Theft Nets 90 Day Sentence
San Leandro, Jack F Warren, 20, 1242 Weyne Ave, sentenced to 90 days in county jail on petty theft charges. Warren convicted in municipal court of taking a tire valued at 95 from a truck belonging to Martin Quinn, 1132 Castro St. Wayward.
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Knight Urges Tax Cut and Public Works to Lift Economy
Governor Goodwin J. Knight urged Congress to pass a rapid tax cut and support public works to revive the economy. He cited California’s highway program and a $200 million bond plan as models, criticized Defense Department procurement for causing job swings, and urged steadier contracting to create stability and jobs.
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Legislature Opens Final Budget Week in Sacramento
In Sacramento the legislature enters the last week of budget talks with a Sunday constitutional deadline looming. Lawmakers must agree on a two year spending plan for over 2 billion dollars while about 20 million remains unresolved. A six member conference committee is expected by Wednesday to bridge gaps, with possible follow ups if needed. If no accord is reached, the governor may call a special session to consider 500+ spending items individually, likely stretching into summer.
Budget Deadline Looms Over Water Rights Standoff
Senate leaders warn the budget will be finished by the Sunday deadline while resisting a constitutional amendment to settle North South water rights. Southern California lawmakers insist no construction funding until the dispute is resolved, fearing major contention in the budget conference committee.
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Antique Engine Breaks Dentist in London Court
London (UP) A dentist, James Fitzgerald, aged 52, faced bankruptcy over storage rent for an antique traction engine named Douglas. He claimed 162.40 dollars was owed since 1950 when he hoped for another war to protect the piece, but now concedes his concern was wasteful.
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Drunk Driver Helton Fined In San Leandro Court
James C. Helton 53 of 431 A Street was convicted of drunk driving after a wreck on February 18 on Redwood Road north of Castro Valley Boulevard. He received a $210 fine and a temporary license restriction by Municipal Court after arrest by Highway Patrol.
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Redwood Rd
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Small Business Boom Revealed in San Leandro
Henry A. Bruno chair man of the San Leandro Chamber of Commerce committee reports a March boom with nine new San Leandro businesses established and five transfers of ownership in the first half of the month.
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