Byrd Pledges Non-Political Financial Inquiry
Senator Byrd announced a Senate Finance Committee led probe into the nation's financial condition and debt, stressing it will be strictly non political and begin once staff is assembled. Democratic lawmakers expect focus on interest rates, taxes and Eisenhower monetary policy. Republican members forecast an objective inquiry.
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JACK BELL _WASHINGTON
Sen
Byrd
D-Va
Senate
Senate Finance Committee
Democratic Committee
Eisenhower
GSA Halts Arkansas Land Sale Plan Amid Goose Refuge Debate
Washington reports the General Services Administration paused plans to auction 4,000 acre Hollabend tract in Pope County Arkansas after discussions with the Fish and Wildlife Service and objections from Rep Hays and local groups who argue the land is ideal for a goose refuge. GSA says it may transfer the property to the service at fair market value but cannot under current rules.
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Washington
General Services Administration
Holla Bend
Pope County
Ark
GSA
Rep
Hays
D-Ark
Fish and Wildlife Service
Pocansas Game and Fish Commission
Franklin G. Floete
Mass trial of 20 teens rocks Clarksville court
In Clarksville, six hundred people filled the courtroom for the mass trial of 20 teenage boys charged with petty crimes. The youths, arrested after a wave of juvenile offenses from car hub cap sealing to minor burglaries, faced charges from petty larceny to grand larceny. Municipal Judge Homer Covington presided as curfew was ordered for boys and girls starting tonight, with enforcement on school days and adjusted on nights without a following school day. Sheriff Robert Hardwicke reported many youths questioned in Johnson County and indicated further action may follow.
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Clarksville
Homer
Robert Hardwicke
Johnson County
Nautilus reaches sea after first nuclear fuel charge
The atomic submarine Nautilus is at sea after its first patrol. Since starting cruises in January 1955, it has traveled about 60,000 miles on a nuclear fuel charge about the size of a softball, according to the Navy.
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Groton
Conn
Olav Borgen
el Arish
United Nations Emergency Force
Mediterranean Sea
Welfare Plan Aims 225 Million For Medical and Dental Schools
Washington officials propose a five year 225 million dollar program to aid construction and research at medical and dental schools. Fifty percent of funds would require private matching support, with grants usable for medical and osteopathy facilities and dental facilities, while other institutions could use funds only for research. The plan seeks Congress approval to replace a three year 90 million dollar health facilities program approved last year.
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Washington
Welfare Department
Congress
Folsom
Tider
Dentistry
Folgomi
Youth Falls From Tree In Magnolia Squirrel Trip
A 17 year old high school senior, Bobbie Joe Johnson, fell from a tree during a woodland squirrel trapping expedition about a mile south of Magnolia. He sustained multiple injuries including two fractured vertebrae, fractured ribs, and a broken arm. His brother Larry Johnson and companion Bill Tubberville were with him. Larry went for help, and the youth was brought to a local hospital by the fire department rescue unit.
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Magnolia
Bobbie Joe Johnson
Bryan Johnson
Johnson
Larry
Bill Tubberville
Larry Johnson
Gravediggers Find Civil War Era Cache Near Pocahontas
Randolph County gravediggers Virgil Chester Bruce-Mitchell and Daley Rickman uncovered a hidden stash of U S coinages dated 1820s to 1860s under a rock while digging a grave ten miles west of Pocahontas. They sold the cache for 75 dollars to Joe Martin, a local coin trader. The haul included seven half dimes and various gold pieces dated 1653 to 1852 with a $10 and a $20 gold piece.
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Randolph County
Virgil Chester
Bruce — Mitchell
Daley Rickman
Joe Martin
Clarksville Sets 0 p.m. Curfew
Clarksville votes to impose a mayoral curfew from 0 p m for teenagers starting tomorrow after a wave of petty crime. Johnson County authorities have questioned over 60 youths tied to auto stripping and burglaries. Sheriff Hardwicke reports 20 arrests and says more follow. A mass trial of the youths is planned for tomorrow. Most cases are misdemeanors with some grand larceny charges. The curfew was requested by city and county officers.
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Wake
Clarksville
Johnson County
Robert Hardwicke
Prejudices of the Plate of Pavement
New York column presents a string of wry maxims about prejudice and character. It lampoons ideas on gender, money, education, gossip, and aging with ironic quips and references to Mary Pickford and Shirley Temple.
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New York
Mrs Monts to Teach Fidelis Class at First Methodist
Mrs Monts will teach the Fidelis class at the First Methodist Church this Sunday. Members are urged to be present for the guest presentation by Mrs Winston Monts.
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Mrs. Monts
Fidelis
Fidelis Buoy
First Methodist Church
Gustee
Winston “Monts
U.N. Says Suez Clearance Mission Nearly Finished
The U N says its Suez Canal clearance mission cost under 1 million dollars and is near completion with 103 miles open for vessels up to 33 feet draft. Salvage crews will remove obstructions after this weekend as 14 ships pass in a convoy. The report cites loans from 10 nations totaling 10 822 600. the operation began under U N supervision with 22 ships from 7 countries. Britain warns Egypt must win canal user confidence or face financial issues. U N Security Council framework for navigational guarantees remains. U S reportedly told Egypt no new vessels will sail to Eilat amid canal talks.
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United Nations
N. 4
U. N
U.n.s
U.N
Port Said
Suez
Britain
Macmillan
Ayr
Scotland
Egypt
Suez Canal
U. N. Security Council
New York Times
Cairo
United States
U. S
Eilat
State Department
Washington
Travel Fast Today Shows European Break From Rush
Dorothy Roe recalls a jet set tour from New York to Lisbon and Westovil Portugal, highlighting tranquil streets, sun drenched terraces, and a slower tempo. The piece contrasts high speed travel with relaxed coastal scenery, ancient chapels, tiled hotels, and people taking time to enjoy meals and a midday nap.
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Dorothy Roe
Associated Press
Lisbon
Portugal
New York
Europe
Westovil
Grand Rapids
Eurybody
Asiesta Waalis
Soil Bank Topic Highlighted at Rotary Meeting
Cecil Guthrie of the local ASC office spoke on the Soil Bank and its effects on the local economy. Guests included Roy Goodwater of Salem Oregon Ruf fus Dildy Nashville and Dobbin Taylor Hamburg attended the Rotary program hosted Friday.
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Cecil Guthrie
ASC
Guthrie
Roy Goodwater
Salem
Oregon
Ruffus Dildy Nashville
Dobbin Taylor
Hamburg
Farmers Can Get Cost Share Aid
Hempstead County farmers may apply for 1957 Agricultural Conservation Program cost sharing through the county ASC. Applications are now being received at the local ASC office with equal consideration for all farmers. The federal allocation is 67465 dollars, and ACP practices include establishing permanent cover, soil liming, pond and dam construction, irrigation water development, winter cover crops, forest tree planting, springs and seeps, stock ponds, and drainage improvements.
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H B. Gilbert
Hempstead County
Hempstead
Soil Bank
Hiimpstead
Bermuda
Gilbert
ASC
Driver Flees After Killing Boy on Road Near Bible Class
LANSDALE Pa a one year old boy Richard Kerns was killed when a car struck him while he and his sister Betty Jean were walking to a neighbor’s Bible class. The driver stopped briefly then sped away as Betty Jean cried for help and fled to summon assistance.
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Lansdale
Betty Jean
Richard Kerns
Richard
Garbage Collection Fee Up In Fall River Bid Tops Million
Mily Oliveira, who has collected the city garbage for five years at a total $85,000, says he would need about $1,333,810 for the next five years. The contract went to John D. Long with a bid of $46,000. Two other bidders said the job was worth over a million and bid even higher than Oliveira.
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Fall River
Mass
Manny Oliveira
John . d. Long
Oliveira
Tax Time Brings Strange Incidents
Washington report recalls odd tax season tales as taxpayers misread forms mix up floors and gifts. A man who passed a building guard exam, a woman who sent green stamps, a Chihuahua with asthma claims, and a box car address highlight the quirks of the April 16 deadline. Some overpaid and awaited refunds.
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Washington
the Revenue Service
Revenue Service
P. S
Hole in Yard Is Only Sure Thing Known
In San Gabriel California the Oscar Murphy home yard holds a 15 foot hole found after two days of Army Ordance digging. The search began when Pat Murphy 10 found a two foot hole and a sonic boom alarmed residents. Army crews tore up the patio and poles. the hole widened to 15 feet with only a brown baby carriage unearthed. The drill halted as authorities consider safety and the yard is being filled in.
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San Gabriel
Calif
Oscar Murphy
Murphy
Pat
Air Force
Price support for corn urged after bill defeat
Senator Humphrey urged Secretary Bengon to declare a special price support for corn without controls following the defeat of a corn belt bill. The measure failed 45 to 43 after opposition from Southern Eastern and Western senators.
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Washington
Sen
Humphrey
P-Minn
Secretary of Agriculture
Bengon
Southern
Gov faubus vetoes livestock show raises while approving horse show funds
Litt le Rock April 10 Special Gov Faubus vetoed increases in livestock show premiums but signed a 15000 appropriation for the State Horse Show. The item veto struck most premiums in two bills, leaving only the horse show funding amid broader trims to military, comptroller, and state agencies.
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Litt Rock
Faubus
Little Reel
Senate
Covernor Fraubus
Military Department
Camp Robinson
Comptrollers
History Commission
Servce
State Plant Board
Cancer Control Commission
State Hospital
Industrial Development Commission
IDC
Benton Unit
Mail Service Extinct in Hope Today
Mail deliveries did not occur today and post offices were closed for the weekend as Hope awaits a return to normal service. Postmaster General Summersfield stated late yesterday that steps are being taken to restore operations promptly.
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Jack Adams
Washington (S
Summersfield
Postmaster Announces Reduced Window Hours at Hopa Office
Postmaster Robert Wilson reminds Hopa patrons of a partial postmaster general order affecting window service from Monday April 15 through Friday April 10. Maximum window service limited to eight and a half hours daily. General delivery stamp and parcel post windows will run 8:30 am to 6:00 pm for five days. Money order and postal savings windows stay 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Full mail delivery resumes Monday April 15. Post office staff thank Hope residents for cooperation during curtailment.
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Robert Wilson
Hopa
Post Office Service Cuts Go Ahead While Budget Talks Continue
The House Appropriations Committee recommended 41 million dollars to sustain normal postal operations but Summerfield says reductions must take effect. Mail delivery is halted nationwide except for special delivery items as offices reduce hours and services. Congress debates additional funds, with Summerfield pushing for 47 million beyond last year’s two billion plus allocation.
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House Appropriations Committee
Department
Summerfield
Congress
Eisenhower
House
Senate
Farjier
Summerfields
Twins Rescue Women From House Fire in Hot Springs Arkansas
Five year old twins Gene and George Bledsoe helped save a woman from a two story apartment house fire in Hot Springs. Firefighters controlled the blaze after light damage to the structure owned by Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Bledsoe. The boys used a ladder placed against an upstairs window to aid the rescue of Mrs Analee Vayent, about 28, who escaped to safety.
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Hot Springs
Ark
Genel
George Bledsoe
Eugene Bledsoe
Wins
Analee Vayent
Arkansas Weather Update Makes It Cloudy And Cold
Cloudy and cold today and tonight with occasional rain in the southwest portion. Tomorrow will be mostly cloudy with rising temperatures.
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Arkansas
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