Five Die In West Virginia Plant Blast
A large explosion at the Monsanto Chemical Co plant in Kanawha Valley killed five workers and injured four. A three story building was gutted, chemical vapors caused eye irritation and throat soreness among residents, but no serious fumes effects were reported. The plant employs about 3,500 people near Charleston, with victims identified as James R. Vintroux, 43, Ehner Priddy Sr., 48, Joseph Johnson, 36, Manford Qualls, 34, and Lacey Gilbert, 47.
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Way Cleared for Bonds Interest Hike
Congress has cleared the way for the Treasury to pay 3 percent interest on government savings bonds. The higher rate takes effect on bonds sold after February 1. Series E bonds face a maturity shift from 9 years 8 months to 8 years 11 months to realize the increase.
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Six Algerians in France killed in vendetta clashes
Rival Algerian gangs in Paris and suburbs contended for rebel support and clashed last night, killing six and wounding six. Three more Algerians were killed and another man vanished from a bloodstained room as vendetta violence drew little attention from authorities.
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Paris newspaper warns on French authority tolerance
The Paris paper Figato warns that "expressive tolerance" of French authorities is seen as weakness. Since January 1, 1956, 130 Algerians have been killed and about 1,300 wounded amid militant clashes. Targets are Algerians deemed not contributing to the nationalist cause or pro-French. Rome dates back to 763 B C. Salt prices hover at the same rate as in dig.
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Jordan King denounces Zionism in first address
Amman report quotes Jordan King pledging to follow the path of liberated Arab countries and oppose Zionism. He vows loyalty to his land, criticizes imperialists, and says Jordan will resist moves toward Soviet influence while aiming to build Israel’s rivals. Postmaster Summerfield promises continued efficient service.
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