Missile Defense Bill Approved by House
A House vote on the missile defense measure cleared 374 to 0 after brief debate. An amendment would let Secretary McElroy create an agency to develop initial space and missile projects, with Eisenhower proposing the program. Legislative leaders urged swift action as committees probe Russia space defense parity and budget plans.
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Quake Kills 21 in South Peru
An earthquake struck southern Peru causing casualties in Arequipa and neighboring villages. Official tallies list 71 killed and 90 injured. 13 bodies recovered from collapsed buildings, with eight more deaths in nearby towns amid widespread damage.
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Margin cut to 50 percent to ease recession pressures
Government slashes stock margin requirements from 70 to 50 percent as December income and output fall. Commerce reports show personal income at an annual rate of 342.8 billion and industrial production at its lowest since mid 1958, though construction and retail sales held firm and prices remained broadly stable. Meanwhile Arequipa quake reports caution with casualties and extensive damage to the city.
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Federal Reserve Board
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Eisenhower vows deficit over tax hike amid budget talk
President Eisenhower said he would prefer a bit of red ink over raising taxes now as his 74 billion dollar 1957 budget drew focus at a news conference following a mild stroke. He stressed optimism and vowed to carry on while noting a possible budget deficit if population grows further. The Census Bureau reported U S population rose 21,421,000 since 1950 to about 172,554,000 as of December, up 1.8 percent in one year and 14.2 percent since 1950.
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Can Scientific Man Survive in a New Era
Bertrand Russell argues in a London Times piece that science may threaten mankind or improve life. He questions lofty aims like moon missions and urges individuals and governments to value different virtues beyond those praised in the past.
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London Times
Bertrand Russell
EH Mannkind
WM S Bark Worse Than His Boxer
A playful political cartoon captioned quips about an administration and dogs. The dialogue references Siriusly, Wilson, Sputalk, and Summerfield with joke about mail and mailboxes amid an election year context.
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Sputalk
Summerfield
Teens plead fifth in Norwalk narcotics case
Five youths aged 15 to 16 refused to testify against Rudy Siquerros 23 of Maywood, claiming Fifth Amendment protection. They testified they supplied themselves and others with marijuana and were arrested with narcotics charges after detectives raided a Santa Fe Springs shack. Judge Donnellen ordered the juveniles back January 27 to reconsider their stance.
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Rudy Siquerros
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72% Postal Pay Hike OKd
Senate Civil Service Committee unanimously approved an average 74? percent pay rise for about 1.5 million postal and federal service workers. The plan includes three-year cost-of-living bonuses and would cost the government roughly 621 million dollars annually, retroactive to a date not fully shown.
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England Befogged by Winter Fog Grips Roads
A dense winter fog settled over England on Wednesday reducing highway visibility to near zero in places. The Automobile Association reported some routes effectively impassable, with drivers urged to exercise extreme caution and delays likely nationwide.
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London
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TV Cowboy LaRue Tries Death by Own Action in Yuma
Alfred LaRue known as Lash LaRue, 40, of Dec 15 1961 Yuma Arizona, attempted suicide after divorce suit filed by Paddy Wilson, wife of 1 year seeking $1000 monthly support and $500 per day for two children. He collapsed at an apartment. stomach pumped at Seaside Hospital. police filed a complaint of intoxication and he faces potential danger.
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Postmen to Skip Houses as Dogs Bite Policy Debated
Washington officials announced a Defense Department program to retaliate against dog owners whose pets menace mail carriers. The plan includes issuing polite initial letters, followed by cooler notices, and potential higher salaries for workers, while detailing how mail can be halted in persistent cases.
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Post’ Office
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Arthur B. Summerfield
Nassau parade amid labor strike hits Bahamian resort
Armed British troops patrolled Nassau as a labor strike paralyzed the Bahamas resort area. Edna Purviance, a leading lady in Charlie Chaplin films, is reported dead. Page references indicate Page A-12 and A-14.
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