Macmillan Urges Gradual Path to Disarmament
British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan told Johns Hopkins University commencements in Baltimore that world peace may be reached “little by little” through a gradual disarmament plan for nuclear and conventional arms. He warned against expecting a summit to bridge East West gaps, saying progress requires mutual will and controlled disarmament as a confidence builder. He also pressed lowering trade barriers and increasing aid to developing countries while strengthening economic ties among free nations.
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Insurgent Committee Rebels Over De Gaulle Plan in Algeria
The Insurgent Committee of Public Safety rejects De Gaulle orders to leave government and opposes local elections in Algeria within a month. Gen. Raoul Salan approves the communique which calls for unification of Arab-Berber and European populations and end to party politics in France. The 72 member body seized control May 13 and seeks one currency and one administration for Algeria and Metropolitan France.
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Radiation Physicists To Aid In Accidents
The Savannah River Plant of the Atomic Energy Commission announced a corps of 15 radiation physicists to assist state and local authorities in five southern states in accidents involving radioactive materials. The team will rush to scenes with monitoring instruments and emergency supplies, as part of a broader radiation safety program for non weapons incidents.
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East German Spy Trial Hint for U S Airmen
East German newspaper Die Volksarmee suggested nine U S Army airmen, including Maj. James R. Zeller, could be treated as spies after a helicopter from the 3rd Armored Division strayed into East German airspace during a thunderstorm. The U S demands talks with the Soviet Union, not East Germany, on the fliers' release.
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Talks on policing nuclear tests set for July in Geneva
President Eisenhower proposes technical talks begin July 1 in Geneva to police a possible nuclear test ban with experts from the United States the Soviet Union Britain France Czechoslovakia and Poland. The plan envisions international inspection posts including in Communist China and other regions.
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Tigers Fire Tighe Name Norman Manager
Detroit Tigers fire manager Jack Tighe on the recommendation of GM John McHale. Bill Norman, 47, promoted from Charleston farm club where he managed in the Triple A American Association, will take over before tonight’s game.
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Air Force Plans Lunar Probes For August Moon Shot
Air Force official Lt. Gen. Anderson announced plans to launch three lunar probes this year with August first target. Probes will be noninstrumented and intended to crash on the moon or orbit in a potential two and a half day flight using modified Thor missiles.
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De Gaulle Seeks Split French Assembly and Strong Senate
Premier De Gaulle favors dividing Parliament so that Continental France has a weak National Assembly and a strong Senate for the French union. He aims a near-new constitution approved by voters, with workers gaining a larger legislative voice. Inflation rises as wholesale prices climb 8.8 percent in May amid cabinet talks on economic policy.
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Lunch for captive mockingbird near Santa Monica home
A mother mockingbird visits a window sill cage in the Justine Latreille home in Santa Monica to feed her captive baby rescued by Latreille children. The nest is out of reach, so the juvenile bird learns to fly while the mother feeds it daily on a wooden platform. The exchange ends with hopeful release once flight is possible.
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Paris Rumors of Major Three-Plus Meeting Stir Buyers
Paris chatter swirled around a reported summit involving Charles de Gaulle Dwight Eisenhower and Harold Macmillan as buyers weigh market signals amid inflation concerns. The notice hints at a forthcoming page one update and policy implications.
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South Carolina Democrats Turnout Sets Early Record
In Columbia and across the state a heavy turnout is reported with 340000 votes expected to match the 1952 peak. Greenville County sees about 10000 ballots by 10 30 am as 50 000 voters face local offices and six statewide races. Daufuskie Island reports all 10 registered voters cast ballots early.
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Tar Heel jobless benefits fall below six thousand
RALEIGH RP The unemployment claims for the week ending June 7 dropped to 59,543 from 61,010 a May 31. Chairman Henry E. Kendall of the Unemployment Security Commission notes the first 1958 dip under 6,000 and outlines industry shifts with gains in construction and textiles while furniture and hosiery show declines.
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Suslov under pressure as Khrushchev targets rival in Kremlin purge
The Moscow rumor claims Nikita Khrushchev is maneuvering against Mikhail Suslov, a top Kremlin rival and propagandist. Absences from leadership events since May 16, a key personnel swap on Suslov’s section, and sharp attacks on theoreticians signal a possible removal.
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Wheat crop threatened as grasshoppers invade Colorado
Eastern Colorado faces a 110 million dollar wheat crop threat from the worst grasshopper invasion in a decade. Nine million acres across 16 counties are infested, with spread into Kansas Nebraska Oklahoma Wyoming and Montana. State officials warn one horde could clear an acre in 36 minutes.
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Grasshoppers Threaten Western Crops Prompt Multi State Action
Infestations rise from 50 to 400 migratory grasshoppers per square yard in Colorado urging rapid spray programs. Officials seek federal funds while state departments begin operations on about 300000 acres. Kansas Oklahoma and Colorado governors appeal to President Eisenhower for aid as infestations spread across multiple counties and states. Wyoming reports mild invasion with 15 to 20 per yard on 25000 acres. Niobrara County has limited impact.
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