Global War Arms Costs Reported By U S Officials
Washington reports overestimation of ordnance output by more than 5.5 billion dollars for the fiscal year ending. U N disclosure cites U S plan for an international nuclear ban rejected by Russia. Flooding Des Moines River reaches historic crest. Nuclear power plants may supply 10 percent of U S electricity in 50 years, with ash disposal concerns. Other items include labor talks at Erie, a French jet crash injuring two Portsmouth children, and WVU shows women outpacing men in grades.
Harman Bid Low and Plan talks Over Gym
West Virginia Industrial School for Boys at Pruntytown may receive a 225000 gymnasium after Harman Brothers bid 244301, above the appropriation. Board of Control and the contractor will negotiate to cut costs, with a final agreement expected after a potential special meeting in Wheeling. The two story gym will host indoor facilities and bring three new major structures to the school.
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Tri- County Enjoys 74 Degree Noon With Pleasant Skies
A warm bright day in the Tri- County area featured a noon temperature of 74 degrees and a light breeze. Humidity eased after days of heat, with highs around 85 earlier and a drop to near 50 overnight. tonight will be in the 50s and tomorrow looks sunny, warmer, and more humid.
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Tri- County
Guatemala Claims Rebels Halt Invasion Amid Rain Attack
The Guatemalan government said its army halted a rebel offensive across a 90 mile eastern front while anti Reds claimed rain slowed the advance. Paratrooper and civilian casualties were reported as Honduran complaints of air strikes near Copan were rejected.
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Kerr Metaphor Clears In Oklahoma City
In Oklahoma City Kerr conceded his metaphor mixed but meant the message clear as he spoke about Roy Turner in a renomination bid. He said a man in quicksand tends to trip up, highlighting the political stakes and endurance needed in the race.
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Trujillo Fined for Traffic Violations Faces Burglary Charge
Denver police said Ralph Trujillo 27 was fined 440 dollars for 11 traffic violations on May 4. Thursday he was charged with burglary committed in an attempt to raise money to pay the traffic violations.
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Eisenhower Farm Program Setback in Senate Panel
The Senate Agriculture Committee voted 7 to 1 to extend the 90 percent parity supports for one year, shelving the plan for flexible supports. Sen. Humphrey urged a two year extension, but the motion failed 9 to 6. The House had already rejected flexible supports, signaling a major campaign issue in the Midwest. Committee chairman George Aiken predicted eventual Senate reversal to favor the administration. The vote split among parties with 3 Republicans in support and 5 Democrats in support for continuation. 5 Republicans and 2 Democrats opposed.
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Hubert H. Humphrey
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Herman Welker
Idaho
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Smith sheriff race splits as Ralph M. Smith runs twice
Spokane County voters may face confusion as the sheriff contest pits incumbent Republican Ralph M. Smith against a challenger also named Ralph M. Smith who has filed as a Democrat. The two share the same name and will appear on the fall ballot in Spokane.
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UN Head Rules Today On Plea To Air Attack
United Nations Security Council president Henry Cabot Lodge was to rule on Guatemala’s midnight appeal to convene the council immediately to revisit the anti communist invasion of Guatemala. Guatemala says the council has assumed full jurisdiction after last Sunday's cease fire resolution, while Lodge indicated no time for a session.
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Farm bloc demanded by West Virginia Farm Bureau
Morgantown reports the West Virginia Farm Bureau accuses a small regional minority of farmers of benefiting from the price support program at the expense of the majority and the public. Clyde Bonar says Congress should block the farm bloc, a coalition from southern and midwestern states, to curb penalties on farm constituencies.
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August Draft Call Set At 23,000 Men
Washington reports a 23,000 man draft call for August, unchanged from July. The Defense Department states all selected personnel will join the Army, with no requests for the Navy Marine Corps or Air Force. The move aims to maintain approved strength after accounting for enlistments and re-enlistments.
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French Premier pledges Indochina cease fire date
Pierre Mendes-France told the National Assembly that Red China’s premier Chou En-lat promised a military settlement and a cease fire in Indochina as soon as possible. He won a landslide 433 to 23 votes in support of the steps toward peace and his pledge to resign by July 20.
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OK On Foreign Aid Is Forecast
Washington Speaker Joseph W. Martin Jr predicted the House will approve Eisenhower's foreign aid package next week with minimal cuts. The House Foreign Affairs Committee advanced all but 7.6 million of the 3.4776 billion request for the 1953 fiscal year beginning July 1.
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House Foreign Affairs Committee
Old Quaker House in Portsmouth Rhode Island
One of New England’s oldest Quaker meeting houses stands in Portsmouth Rhode Island. The building dates to 1702 and during the Revolution Hessian soldiers were housed there.
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Australia Talks Crisis Over In Special Parley
London reports Prime Minister Churchill cancelled an emergency cabinet to meet with Australia’s external affairs minister R G Casey before his departure for the United States. The talks focus on Southeast Asia defense alliance amid Britain Geneva talks and tensions with Australia and New Zealand.
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Air Guardsman Hero of Rescue at Savannah Beach
West Virginian Air Guardsman David E. Wilson, 17, saved a drowning girl in the Atlantic at Savannah Beach while off duty from summer training at Travis Field. He did not hesitate and entered the surf as hundreds watched. His commanding officer plans to recommend a medal for heroism. The girl remained unidentified. Wilson lives in Dawes, Kanawha County, and works as a projectionist in Mimi theater.
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Signs in Rhode Island gas war warn drivers
A filling station operator in Providence rents a bold sign during a price war urging motorists to “Cut price. Pill up and be tankful.” The quirky sign reflects stiff competition as fuel costs fluctuated.
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No More Fancy Twirls For Him In Los Angeles
Harry Thomas aged 41 is accused of leaving gun twirling to the movies. While twirling a .38 revolver it slipped from his hand and fired, wounding him in both legs in a Los Angeles incident.
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Thomas
French Troops Mop Up Communists In Delta Action
French high command says mop-up near Hanoi targets rebel bases to thwart assault points on delta approaches. Fighting in the Sontay sector calms Hanoi as Chou En-Lai departs Geneva for talks with Nehru.
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