Threatened Bus Strike Called Off in Pittsburgh
A planned strike by 2,280 members of Division 85 AFL AMO against the Pittsburgh Railways Co was postponed indefinitely by Mayor David L. Lawrence after the union rejected a contract offer 800 to 554. The deal would raise wages immediately by four cents and five more cents next May. About 1,500 trolley and bus operators earn 2.05 dollars under the old contract.
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56 Chevrolet to Be Shown Here Friday
Chevrolet unveils 1956 models at Young Chevrolet Co on Friday November 4 featuring higher horsepower new seven and nine passenger bodies. The line includes a four door hardtop sport sedan and a 19 body lineup with V8 power up to 205 hp and safety upgrades like seat belts precision headlights and crash tested door locks.
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Strike Postponed After Wage Boost Plan Declared
The union seeking a 10 cent an hour rise gave no immediate comment on the postponement. Lawrence said the strike is off and he has submitted an amended plan to the company and the union. He added that terms will not be disclosed until the union gathers its members.
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Barry Talks Show Ethics and Prize Strategy on New Giveaway Program
The piece profiles Barry as a modern emcee promoting a large cash prize while stressing audience goodwill over money. It notes changes in contestant selection and questioning aimed at fairness and audience engagement, contrasting with older gimmick driven formats.
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Parole Granted for Noted 1930s Bandit O Keith
Charlie O Keith known as the low mood bandit of the 1930s, 51, is among 49 Arkansas convicts slated for release under parole. A veteran of Alcatraz and Leavenworth, he was imprisoned for the $30000 Citizens Bank and Trust Co robbery in Camden, pleb guilty on Oct 27, 1933, and the state Parole Board approved his third parole bid yesterday.
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Cotton Bowl Eyes Georgia Tech Tennessee and More
Cotton Bowl scouts Georgia Tech Tennessee Mississippi State and Auburn as likely contenders for the January 2 game in Dallas. Other possible names include West Virginia, Mississippi, Army and Navy with Tech facing Tennessee and Mississippi State meeting Auburn in key weekend matchups. If Tennessee earns a bid Bowden Wyatt could repeat with a second Cotton Bowl appearance.
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Weekend bargains in lamb poultry and pork prices
The Associated Press notes widespread cuts in pork prices with center cut chops down about 14 cents per pound and roast loin of pork at weekend specials starting 25 cents. Frying chickens hold lower prices, turkeys edge up, beef prices ease on select cuts, and lamb remains plentiful with modest declines. Produce remains strong with iceberg lettuce and staples in good supply.
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Texas A&M Faces Probation Shaping SWC Title Race
The Southwest Conference standings show Texas A&M atop the race but a win would bar them from the championship game due to recruiting violations probation. If they win, the runner up would likely be chosen to advance, reshaping the conference title outcome.
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Lightning Downs Two Mallards in Arkansas Writings
The report notes two mallards struck down by lightning in Little Rock. One duck was found dead with singed feathers. the other, dyed and bruised, survived and was released by the State Game and Fish Commission.
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