Dorsey Brothers Band Leader Jimmy Dorsey Dies of Cancer
New York AP reports Jimmy Dorsey died of cancer at his New York home, less than seven months after his brother Tommy’s death. The Dorsey brothers rose from Shenandoah coal mining roots to fame in jazz, TV, and national radio, sharing peak success in the 1930s and 40s before the duo split and later reunited.
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Long Beach Police Share Unlikely Compliment Tale
Long Beach police reported a startled compliment from a transient, Eugene Hartson, who bragged that he had just stolen a car and it should not be reported yet. He faces grand theft and forgery charges after officers traced two worthless checks to his possession. The car belonged to Allan F. Fullard and was taken from a Jet at Ocean and American avenues.
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Norway okays open skies plan for Arctic inspection
Norway accepted in principle a U S request to open Arctic areas for open skies aerial photography to support a mutual inspection scheme. Oslo said it would help with details while Denmark signaled interest in including Greenland. The plan envisions a first stage of aerial surveys in the Arctic Circle and a temporary halt to nuclear tests with production freezes, amid near agreement among United States and Russia but objections from West Germany over use of German territory.
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Russia
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Bonn
Fires in Alaska West area widen as blazes burn on
Alaska report says dozens of wildfires scar large interior regions. Authorities note extensive damage as firefighting efforts continue across multiple districts with crews battling spread and calling for support to protect communities and resources.
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Anchorage
Alaska
Claude
Driving Felony Law Changes Eyed In State Legislature
A Sacramento report outlines a bill seeking to classify driving under the influence of anti sleep drugs or amphetamines as a felony. The proposal, discussed Wednesday night, would expand penalties and require state action led by lawmakers Goodwin J and Kalent, with signature anticipated.
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Kalent
Fallout Debate Explained by Nonexpert Scientist
A local column reviews fallout concerns and notes the writer could not fully grasp technical details. A non specialist scientist is asked to explain what is known about atomic fallout and why critics fear its effects. He is described as not communist and not aligned with Eisenhower or Truman.
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Harry Truman
Assembly Ends 57 Session in bitter water fight
Sacramento reporters said the 1957 session closed with welfare reform advancing, a $105 monthly old age pension boost, and a new needy-welfare program. Labor bills died, a water project failed, and Governor Knight faced accusations over the San Joaquin water plan as lawmakers split along party lines.
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Furry
Back Seat Driver Fined For No License In Houston
A Houston incident involves George Willis charged with driving without a license. A judge reads a comical certification about nervousness tests for back seat drivers, noting Willis cannot read and claims to have obtained a license in a barbershop. Willis is fined in court.
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Jordan Says Egypt Plotted Against Jordan Royal Family
Jordan announces that Egypt plotted to assassinate members of the Jordanian royal family and government. Officials say the claim emerged as diplomatic tensions rise, with details continued on page A-T. Cal. 1)
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Quis Dahlquist Arrested in Chicago Slayings Case
Los Angeles police arrested golf caddy Charles L. Dahlquist, 34, linked to the murder of three Chicago boys and questioned in a Hollywood nurse case. Investigators said prints did not match and Dahlquist waived extradition to Chicago after a Chicago police request.
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Weathertalk Gets Weary Of Interfering Voices
Weatherman complains about disruptive chatter as he grumbles over territorial overreach and hot air. A Chicago police detective notes a tense scene with a frigid atmosphere as tempers flare.
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Ex-Sen George Titness in serious coronary at Emory
Atlanta reports former U.S. Senator Walter F. George was in serious condition with a coronary at Emory Hospital after entering for medical exams. Police调查 say a prowler case is tied to a separate murder in which Max Nipperson was killed after returning from a party.
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Peggy Joyce Dies at 62 of Cancer
Peggy Hopkins Joyce zinc glamour figure of the 1920s died in New York of throat cancer at about 62. The Ziegfeld Follies star, famed for multiple wealthy husbands, was at her bedside by her sixth spouse Andrew C. Moyer retired banker. Her life details include former names Marguerite Upton and early runaway to fortune with first husband Everett Archibald.
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Wodnen
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Andrew C. Moyer
Everett Archibald
Mayflower Hailed on Reaching U S
Provincetown Massachusetts AP robust Cmdr Alan Villiers brought the Mayflower II to port after a 53 day voyage covering about 5 000 miles on the western ocean The replica ship swung to mooring buoys in Provincetown Harbor after a long voyage from Australia to England The Pilgrims long voyage route and the busy harbor scene drew spectators and comparisons to the original voyage in 1620
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Peiping Batteries Open Fire in China Waters
Red China said today planes from the U S carrier Hornet flew scores of sorties over China waters and were fired upon by Communist batteries. One plane was hit and two F841 Thunderjets were shot down near Swatow. The Navy reported minor damage to a Hornet aircraft during a routine training flight. no injuries. The two accounts differed on timing but referred to the same incident in international waters off the Chinese coast.
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News Conference Details From Wilson Wife Arrival
Norfolk dispatch covers Mrs. Wilson attending her husband Charles E. Wilson’s news conference. The article notes mixed reactions, authorities restricting ashore access, and reference to the Mayflower’s entry into foreign domain tensions. Mrs. Wilson’s presence marks a notable public moment amid immigration and customs scrutiny.
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Nice
Charles E. Wilson
Secretary of Defense
Independent store club owner fears murder amid trial
Sherman Billingster, owner of Lowide Vice Independent Store Club, says he lives in fear of being murdered while facing trial on a gun claim. Nevada authorities tread cautiously as New York reports suggest racketeer Frank Costello may own a stake in Las Vegas Tropicana.
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