Farm Bill debate hints at farm price support shifts
Washington Oct 17 Senators Thomas and Young urged House action on farm legislation to allow a price support plan early next year. They cite a Senate conference panel’s difficulty in reconciling differences, while House members pace uncertainly amid possible drastic changes if no bill passes. Brannan hints at basic drops, with supports near 90-99 percent under proposed limits.
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Fare System Confuses Riders in Philadelphia
Philadelphia 3,000,000 daily transit riders faced confusion as a new fare system rolled out across buses, trolleys, and subways. The change introduced transfer tokens, revised ride costs, and brass tokens the size of nickels, causing delays and frustration during rush hour as riders learned the new rules.
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Industrialist's Wife Leaps to Death in Subway Tragedy
Philadelphia reports Mrs. Ruby Batt, 62, wife of SKF Industries president William Batt Sr., leaped from a platform and was struck by a Broad Street subway train after removing her fur jacket and shoes. Batt, who was under medical care for a gynecological ailment, disputed the leap theory, stating she had fainting spells and had just returned from Europe.
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British wives beatings drive marriage law reform
London reports Lady Helen Nutting, chair of the British Married Women's Association, says husbands beat wives with sticks larger than a little finger, urging Parliament to revise ancient laws. She notes women seek court proof when abused and pushes royal reform to curb such beatings.
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Iitish Married Women's Associaions
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1606 Acres Set Aside in Arkansas for Game Refuge
Arkansas wildlife officials set aside 1606 acres in Jefferson County for a game refuge and shooting ground. Weather and high construction costs delayed development of the large tract as plans to use it expand. The commission also approved buying two houses to supplement last year’s purchases in the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests.
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T. A. Wier
Ozark
Ouschita
Power Firm Told to Get Cool From a Steel Mill
In Pittsburgh Oregon United States Steel and West Penn Power discuss coal shipments amid a steelworkers strike. UMW District five President John P. Bussvella says coal should be diverted for stockpiles to avert a potential supply shortfall. Officials note plants are closed due to the United Steelworkers strike over pensions and insurance.
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West Penn Power
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U. S. Steel
Bussiello
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U. S. Etvel
Convict Frank Grandstaff Seeks Tennessee Pardon
A1 year old composer and convicted habitual criminal Frank Grandstaff has filed for a Tennessee pardon. The request follows a six day prison furlough to hear his composition Big Spring Cantata in Big Spring Texas. Grandstaff faces continuing Michigan parole issues despite any pardon.
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Texas
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Memphis
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Air Secretary Contined From Page One
Air Secretary remarks focus on wartime strategy arguing for global reach and strategic bombing. Symington describes a circulating document titled The Strategic Bombing Myth as dangerous, echoing committee arguments and questioning war methods and objectives.
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One Killed Three Injured in Louisiana Wreck
One man was killed and three others injured in an automobile crash near Emerson, Louisiana. Sheriff Otto Stuart said Krimpton Ray Benefield, 28, Emerson, died early today in a Haynesville hospital. Benefield and three companions were hurt when the car struck a bumper, overturned several times. Harold Triplett of Emerson was listed in serious condition at a Magnolia hospital. Two other men were treated and released from the hospital last night.
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Krimmptun
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Haynesville
Stuart
Benefield
Harold Triplett
Magnolia
Methodists Almost Sell Hospital at Hot Springs
Litte Rock October 14 Methodist board rejected a sale of Hot Springs hospital 55 51 after a Hot Springs doctors group offered 100000 and the hospital faced a need for 500000 donations to reach a break even. George Caffey led the opposition in a floor fight.
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McMath Sees Industrial Development
El Dorado Oct 18 Governor McMath predicted Russia has an atomic bomb will spur industrial development in Arkansas. In an Oil Progress Week address he cited Roger Sabsin’s “magia circle” idea and said Russia’s bomb news will enhance incentives for dispersing industries from the eastern states to interned areas. He touted Arkansas resources oil timber minerals agriculture waterpower coal gas and reviewed oil history and a conservation program. He noted education and highway progress and urged state responsibility with states rights. Bruce K Brown of Pan Am Southern opened the 90th petroleum anniversary with a note oil will not run short while industry remains free of heavy gov controls.
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New Orleans
Pan Am Southern Corporation
UN fails to find basis for settlement in Balkan conflict
Lake Success October 18 The United Nations assembly Balkan peace committee announced it failed to find any basis for settling the Greek Balkan dispute. The four man panel told the general assembly’s political committee that it could not report a basis for settlement. President Carlos P Romulo, who headed the peace group, said in a letter that the committee had author-
Fayetteville Man Heads Baptist Sunday School Group
Herbert McGlamery elected president of Arkansas Baptist State Sunday School convention. Pearl Carneul named secretary. Vice presidents named from eight districts: McMillan Springdale. Gray Evans Berryville. Fitzgerald Jonesboro. Ferguson Fort Smith. Valentins Little Rock. Webb West Helena. Ward Pine Bluff. McDaniel Mena.
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Leaman Webb
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Bine Bluff
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Mena
Romulo Signals Possible Restart of Efforts
Romulo indicated failure but left the door open for resuming work later. He believed continuing now would not be worthwhile for him, yet the committee would resume its efforts at any time if the parties consider it desirable during the current assembly session.
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Painless Dentistry Promises Less Painful Drilling
At a 1960 American Dental Association convention in San Francisco a new method promises painless dentistry using a carbon dioxide gas jet and aluminum oxide abrasive to cut teeth without drills. Invented by Dr. R. B. Black of Corpus Christi and tested by White Dental Mfg Co in Philadelphia, the device reduces vibration heat and noise. The system, already in use at several dental schools and by the navy, aims to end the discomfort of traditional drilling within a year.
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Corpus Christi
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Navy Dental Center
Times backs Dulles in New York senatorial race
The New York Times backed former Gov. Herbert H. Lehman in his Democratic and Liberal party bids while endorsing U. S. Sen. John Foster Dulles for the New York Senate. It praised Lehman yet favored Dulles for foreign policy leadership and to inspire Republican reform in next year’s congressional contests.
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New York Times
Herbert H. Lehman
Public Ooffice
U. S
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Lehman
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Dulles
St Hill
Dression
Pemblicon
Lavoptik Eye Care Ad Promises Quick Soothing Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Lavoptik for irritated eyelids and inflamed eyes. It claims prompt soothing relief, tired eyes, and a money back option after 30 years of success. An eye cup is included and the product is praised by thousands.
Major Shives Arrives in Hope to Aid ORC Organization
Major Phillip Shives arrived in Hope as unit instructor for the Organized Reserve Corps to organize and increase units in the area. He came from Little Rock and plans to move his family from Iowa after permanent assignment. Sgt. James Kell returns from Hot Springs after pneumonia treatment.
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Vn Hope
Organized Reserve Corps
Little Rock
Iowa
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Hot Springs
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