Selma Expands Population By 4500 On May 1
The city of Selma admitted 4500 new residents on May 1 and more than doubled its area. Public protest was limited to one district as a local bill passed the state legislature.
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Selma
Hal Boyle
New York
Joe Louis
Young Stribling
Sam 8Ford
Boston
Daniel Mendoza
Bob Fitzsimmons
Ilka Chase
America
Khrushchev
Bulganin
Alexander I
Moe
Baltimore
Dison
Manhattan
Alwas
Arnold Bennett
Eisenhower urged to explain foreign aid request
The writer argues President Eisenhower and the State Department should provide a convincing explanation for the $4.9 billion foreign aid request instead of merely stating its necessity. The public, the taxpayers, deserves clarity on how the funds will benefit the nation.
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Eisenhower
Department of State
Take To The Hills In The Shadow Of War
The piece warns of rising global tensions with a claimed Soviet submarine missile capability and cautions readers to flee to the hills if another war erupts. It contrasts confidence in Soviet claims with mistrust of their honesty while urging vigilance.
Alabama School Buses Labeled Unsafe and Overcrowded
The speaker argues that Alabama would show the same unsafe conditions with aging, overcrowded school buses if examined in the state. He claims Alabama has been stingy, failing to fund safety for children.
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Alabama
US wary of Khrushchev Bulganin visit until deeds match words
The speaker argues the United States should withhold greeting until Russia proves through action that it seeks peace. For now Moscow’s leaders, like those of the past two decades, offer only words and no tangible steps, making a beneficial visit unlikely.
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Khrushchev
Bulganin
United States
Russia
A Man of Good Will
A tribute piece recalls Sen Alben Barkley of Kentucky who collapsed and died on the Washington and Lee University stage in Lexington Virginia. The article praises his old school politics and universal respect from Republicans and Democrats, noting his devotion to the Democratic Party and his loyal friendships.
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Alben Barkley
Kentucky
Washington & Lee University
Lexington
Virginia
Sen. Barkley
Barkley
Nixon Eyes 1960 Run and Strategy Churn
Washington column notes Dick Nixon's high odds for a 1960 presidential run, his discreet maneuvers with Republican leaders, and his careful courting of party chairs. It highlights Nixon's calculated outreach and a Senate probe into his adviser Murray Chotiner amid blacklisting rumors.
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Washington
Dick Nixon
Lisen
United States
Repubblican
Nixon
Senate
Murray Chotiner
Secret Service warns of false government credit forms
The Nation Company allegedly used titles like U S Credit Control Bureau to resemble a government agency and collect back debts. Forms bore a spread eagle design and Washington dates, causing confusion. In 1954 a Phoenix man was arrested for attempting to negotiate such a form.
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Secret Service
Nixon
The
Nation Company
U.S. Credit Control Bureau
Claims Office
Barr Building
Washington, D.C
Washington
Phoenix
Arizona
Davidson Handling Difficulties
Advice column urges facing everyday problems directly and seeking root causes rather than quick fixes. It cautions against postponing action and suggests self-examination to reduce family or work related conflict.
Mystery Connections in 1950s National Research Probe
The Los Angeles BBB investigated the National Research Company home office amid reports that S Florsheim and Milton Mohr owned the concerns. Murray Chotiner, Beverly Hills attorney, was linked to influence with the Secret Service and Nixon campaign activity in 1952, as notes from BBB and Washington offices outline.
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Los Angeles
California
Secret Service
Chotiner
Baughman
Los Angeles Better Business Bureau
National Research Company
T. D. Hodge
S. Florsheim
Milton $. Mohr
Murray Chotiner
Beverly Hills
William J. Mawhinney
Washington
National Better Business Bureau
Murray M. Chotiner
Office of Employment Reclassification
San Francisco Bbb
Murray Chotine
Secret Service and FTC Move on Chotiner Client
The Washington BBB report notes a Secret Service agent showed little interest in a six inch file on Mr. Chotiner and said he knew all about him. The agent asked to be reminded but did not review the file. On December 23 1955 the FTC cracked down on Chotiner's client.
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U.S
Washington
Federal Trade Commission
The Spread of Socialism in Khrushchev Talk
Khrushchev’s speech at the 20th Party Congress frames socialism as expanding globally through two world wars and postwar economic malaise. It argues mixed economies, mutual planning among socialist states, and critiques U S subsidies, urging a reassessment of American policy.
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Nikita Khrushchev
Communist Party
Norway
Soviet Russia
China
British Labour Party
Great Britain
United States
Khrushchev
Russia
Playing the Game According To Boyle
Hal Boyle lists curious boxing and era trivia from boxing history to language quirks and social observations. Notable items include boxers, earnings, long careers, champagne calories, car terminology, and oddities from 19th century travels to modern life.
St Bernard Science Exhibit Honors Regional Winner
An exhibit at St Bernard College on Sunday features science projects from St Bernard and Sacred Heart students. Sebastian Hyer, a St Bernard High School student, presents his first place gas turbine automobile engine model from the North Alabama Regional Science Fair in Athens last month.
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Cullman
St. Bernard and Sacred Heart
St. Bernard College
Sebastian Hyer
St. Bernard High School
North Alabama
Athens
Hyer
Inside Job Nabs Eight in Candy Truck Theft Scandal
Orangeburg police arrested eight youths after a parked candy truck was robbed. One boy confessed to eating 240 pieces of the loot, detailing the spoils and prompting juvenile handling.
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Orangeburg
S.C
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