Taximan's Note Triggers Arrests in Slaying Case
New York July 14 Two men, both 22 and identified as Floyd Arrington and William McKinley Jackson, were arrested after a taxi driver noted a clue on a transfer card before being murdered. Police say confessions implicate the suspects in the driver Michael Murphy’s strangling after a long trip around Manhattan and Brooklyn.
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European group in Paris backs Trieste for Gaza recovery role
In Paris on July 1, ERP group says Trieste will join the Marshall Plan style effort for Gaza recovery as part of the European economic organization drive. The move signals cooperation and aid funding coordination among member states.
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Dems Demolish Presidential Candidates In Philadelphia
Philadelphia July 13 The Democrats spent the last night before their convention finishing up the demolition of their presidential candidates who are now reduced to a barely human, decent status. The piece details infighting among Roosevelt era figures and the rise of Wallace and Henderson in a fractured party. It notes Truman’s maneuvering and the emergence of an American democratic action bloc within the party.
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Stranahan Leads U S Bid in Canadian Open
Harmilton Ontario July 14 Defending chariot Frank Stranahan of Toledo Ohio becomes United States chief hope in Canadian amateur golf tourney after the sudden elimination of Skee Riegel Riegel eliminated by Keo Ward of Manley on the 19th Stranahan moved forward effortlessly over Nash of London Ontario in four and one to win.
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U S Olympic Team Sails for England
New York bids farewell as the American Olympic squad sails for London ahead of the July 29 games. The first wave includes 14 teams plus coaches and 32 staff. fencing and yachting sail tomorrow with swimming and water polo by air. Mayor Impellittieri delivers a sendoff while Avery Brundage says no qualified athlete will be left home due to funds.
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Fights Last Night From The Associated Press
Boxing results from Chicago and nearby locales feature Sonny One, Len Morrow, Freddie Beshore and others in decisive wins. The writeup also critiques political commentary on Eisenhower and Roosevelt era figures amid a cluttered stream of names and places.
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All Star Game Boosts Pension Fund With $93447
The All Star game raised $93,447 for the players pension fund as the National League and American League clashed. Vic Ragghi earned credit for the win in a 5 to 2 game, while Joe DiMaggio and Stan Musial starred for the NL, and Heat Evers tied a record with a first inning homer for the Americans.
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Arkansas Sportettes Olympic track note and Arkansas links
Carl Bell surveys Arkansas track and field history and Olympic ties. The piece recalls past Arkansas Olympians and near misses, names athletes, colleges, and dates, and notes current prospects including Clyde Scott and Ray Parks while reflecting on Arkansas football and coaching changes.
Baseball Schedule Shifts Hit Major Leagues
AP reports no games scheduled in the American or National Leagues on the day. In minor leagues the Southern Association Birmingham and Mobile each had one listed contest, while the Texas League All-Stars and other fixtures show unsettled results with an All-Star game in turmoil.
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Fragmented 1930s sports and local notes drift through garbled text
A highly unreadable OCR passage blends names, teams, and events from 1937 era sports and local notices. It mentions Duke University baseball, Wellsville and Olean play outcomes, a new Abingdon franchise, and assorted references to football tickers, chases, and regional leagues, but specifics are largely obscured.
Merchants Defeat Pontiac Chiefs in Softball Showdown
Mutt Keraus and Roy Taylor each allowed one hit as Merchants shut down Pontiac Chiefs 17 to 1 at Voxamkana. Ray Taylor and Delvin Ross led a slugging spree with four hits each, Borgusemi earned the win, and Jick Moore took the loss. The victory propelled the Merchants toward the Four States softball tournament, with another game set for Branibs at 6:30 pm if weather cooperates.
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AAA Meets to Adopt Grid Rules
In Little Rock on July 14 the executive committee of the Arkansas Athletic Association discussed adopting football rules for state high schools this fall and debated a post season game with Shrine proceeds for crippled children's hospitals. Johnie Burpeytt favored collegiate rules for next season though preferring NFHS code. officials lean collegiate as many are involved with both levels. A Shrine request to limit the champ post season was discussed, with a recommendation due at the November AAA meeting.
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Farmer and Wife Found Shot to Death in Home
An elderly farmer and his wife were found shot to death in a locked home near Mountain Home. Sheriff Ernie Gentry said a preliminary investigation indicated murder and suicide. Authorities identified the male as W. A. Thornberry, who allegedly killed his wife Grace, 67, with a shotgun before taking his own life.
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Spruce and Gum Resin Pioneered U S Chewing Gum
The first commercial chewing gum in the United States used resins from spruce cherry sweet gum and lumna rack trees.
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