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Newspaper

Des Moines Tribune

Location

Des Moines, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1955

Page

3

Bobby Wilts Polio Rehabilitation Triumph Told By Parents

Elizabeth Toomey reports on Bobby and other polio victims at the Torti Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Hinsdale Illinois. The children, paralyzed yet learning to walk, demonstrate daily exercises, braces, walkers, and perseverance as they near the end of their convalescent year.

Elizabeth Toomey New York N.Y Bobby Aris Palto George Weaver Secon Michiges Scott County Melvyn Ticsterman Saux City Woodbury County Ehltetren Yplin

Polio Vaccination News Sparks Hope Across Community

Mothers and families react to recent polio vaccine results with relief and plans for spring shots. Parents like Mrs Norden and Mrs Vanughber express gratitude and anticipation as children prepare for school screenings, vaccines, and a future free of fear from polio. Community members note widespread interest and vow to enroll their youngsters at local schools.

Moneaa Behied Norden Clinton Ka Lee Oe Park Avenue School Nik Warren Mera York Sl Sondern David Wale Iice Pollo Wwe Sinal Martha Ar Boys Raymond Thank Memorial Hospital Polta Rael S. E. Ming Foi Swen Duntap Behoal Farbtey Sheu Callell School Mra Lowe Flizabettr Monina Marx Anne Piny

Never Sick Warmer School Attitude Inspires Students

A fragmented report suggests a tension between illness fears and optimism among students and adults. Gynthia Ane Frederikenn and Palin Rainson Golthrye voice hope that sickness fears fade as schools aim to keep classes and activities going.

Palin Rainson Golthrye Mrs. Jones

Fear of Fresh Truce Fails in Saigon Clash

In Saigon the seven day truce between government forces and rebels neared expiration as American and French troops massed to avert renewed street fighting amid reports of planned attacks. The GuilorRrnMd mndia and others close to the conflict gathered, with potential actions by Ho Chi Minh forces and allied groups expected before the deadline.

Saigon

Corsi Coulysie and Wartime Uproar at State Dept Mystery

The report details a controversy around Corsi Coulysie of Paya Cine and allegations against Corel Tad. It notes a plan involving German and Austrian refugees and 211,000 war victims moving to the United States under a 1958 act. Walter denies linking Dulles to any scheme and says Corshi faced firing amid questions of security risk.

United States Minty Walter Recuse Gort

Medal of Honor For Dr. Salk Introduced in Legislation

Representative Deraunian scheduled a bill today to award Jonas Balk a Medal of Honor for his humanitarian work and scientific achievements. The debate highlighted the nation’s gratitude to the physician shown by the proposal. Also noted was a report from Lexington on United Furniture Corp board member Philpott and related affairs in North Carolina.

Bxeautlyn Ailes Lexington N. C Benjamin Cabal Philpott Phaiman United Furniture Corp Lesingtor Aled

Iowans Gather for Atomic Test Participation

Officials and invited Iowans prepare for a simulated atomic test drill in Hoegh Iowa with defense director Finn and law enforcement leaders from Des Moines Cedar Rapids and Las Vegas area coordinating the exercise.

Hoegh Gov Ida Morga Snumbae

Trench Scenes Describe Berry Picking and Flight News

A fragmented report notes a veteran with trenches easing berry picking, with references to Rosebairn, Shem, and patrol benches. It mentions a cave, location in Spain, and an American air presence before a return to Washington, D.C.

Jydlintk Madmed Spain Atorala Starvohl Zatngez Washington, D.C

Freight Cars Derailment Disrupts Keystones County Line

A derailed freight train near Negatona disrupted service along the southern edge of Keystones County. Several cars loaded with cattle and sheep were damaged while crew members suffered injuries and the line remained closed for investigations and salvage. Police and railroad officials reported a possible broken axle causing the wreck and crews worked to remove debris and assess damage.

Henson Tan Milwaukkes Negatona

Parents Say They Knew Salk Was Right

The article reports parents expressing they believed Jonas Salk's polio vaccine would prove effective. They describe early intuition and hope as their child faced illness, noting gratitude for scientific progress and the vaccine's eventual impact on their family.

Salk

Salk Vaccine Display At Des Moines Public Library

A display on the Salk vaccine prepared by the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis arrived at the Des Moines Public Library. The exhibit, sponsored by local Dalkey County Eagles, aims to inform families about polio prevention and vaccination efforts.

Dalkey County Des Moines

Chiang Pays First Visit To Quemoy

Chiang Kai shek makes his first visit to Quemoy as tension mounts after heavy shelling by Communist forces. He is accompanied by staff and Gen. Buy Singer, with Nationalist officials reporting enhanced defense and a plan to inspect coastal positions amid ongoing artillery exchanges and naval activity.

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