Japanese Can't Try Girard Judge Says
Washington agency reports say the U S district court barred U S authorities from surrendering GI William S Girard to Japan for trial on manslaughter. Judge Joseph C McGarraghy held surrender would violate his constitutional rights and the ruling delays the Japanese trial, prompting an appeal and potential Supreme Court involvement. The case could affect U S Japan relations and involves an executive agreement with Tokyo.
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Robbery at Melchior Home Shocks Hollywood
Four armed bandits robbed opera star Melchior and his wife on Mulholland Drive late Tuesday night stealing $175,000 in cash, jewels, and furs. They tied the couple and forced them to open a safe. the maid and cook were also moved aside as the loot was collected. The 67-year-old Melchior, who came to Hollywood in 1944 after a long Met career, described the attackers as courteous.
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June Allyson
Esther Williams
Santa Fe El Capitan crashes after cars uncouple
In New Mexico near Grants the last four cars of a moving Santa Fe streamliner detached and collided with the rear of the El Capitan en route from Chicago to Los Angeles. About 30 people were shaken up and one person was seriously injured. The wreck halted near Gallup, with repairs in progress.
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Humphrey Hits Inflationists in Senate Inquiry
Secretary of the Treasury Humphrey told the Senate Finance Committee that critics calling him inflationists misstate his record. He argued higher interest aids savers and stabilizes the dollar, countering claims bankers benefit most. The session opened amid debate on money policies as two tankers collided off Brest, leaving 26 missing.
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France
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Senate Advances Eisenhower Civil Rights Bill to Senate Floor
The House approved Eisenhower’s civil rights bill 286 126 after defeating a jury trial amendment 251 158. Senate GOP leader Knowland signaled willingness to force a floor debate, likely facing a Southern Democratic filibuster. Northterm and Western Democrats backed the measure by 118 to 168 Republicans. opposed by 107 Democrats and 13 Republicans. The bill, similar to Eisenhower’s recommendation, had stalled in the Judiciary Committee for months.
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Post Office Losses Over Free Soap Samples Spark Complaint
New Haven postmaster says delivering 70 000 free soap samples costs his office five thousand dollars more than the postage collected at three cents per bar. The packages go to occupants at street addresses from Cincinnati mailings, illustrating subsidies to corporations and campaigns by the post office.
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Summer Fashion Debacle Tangles Trusted Friends
A chaotic tale from Gardena centers on Charlie, Galiget, and Gimmick King of Gardena as wares flood the warehouse. Tyrolean hats Ivy League pants and Davy Crockett hats arrive from New Jersey, pushed by WM's tip. The lot rots in storage, too risky to wear amid smog and heat.
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Royal visit stirs tea time chatter and heat wave note
Report notes muttered remarks about a Tuesday royal family visit by Doug Feirbanks Jr and his companion. Also referenced are Billy Graham’s comment about the devil and heat wave implications on pages B-3 and C-4 respectively.
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Elsinore Blaze Strikes As City Faces Record Heat
Dozens of brush fires erupt across Southern California as temperatures reach near record highs in Los Angeles. The Lake Elsinore fire grows and is contained but new blazes threaten Griffith Park and communities, with weather hindering firefighters and water scarcity complicating efforts.
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Mercury Hits 99 in City as Water Crises Grow
The Southland endures extreme heat with Los Angeles reaching a record 104 on June 18, and Orange County officials declare a water crisis. Long Beach consumed about 72 million gallons over two days while urging conservation. patrols and emergency fire protections were planned as shortages deepen in nearby cities.
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Chicago Teamsters reject Ward pay offer
A Chicago Teamster local voted to reject Montgomery Ward & Co. pay proposals for about 4,000 members. The company offered roughly five cents an hour raise, while the union pressed for higher compensation.
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Montgomery Ward & Co
Heat Waves Roil Nation Amid Floods and Fatalities
Widespread heat and floods plague the country as temperatures soar past 90s and 100s in many cities. Dozens die from heat and related causes while storms bring tornado warnings and flooding through the Midwest and Great Plains. In New York, commuting heat adds danger. in California, high heat persists. Two priests die in Kansas flood relief effort. a Seeing Eye dog leads to a fatal accident.
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Weather Outlook Mostly Clear Through Thursday
Generally clear conditions today and Thursday with cooler afternoons. Highs around 82 degrees today and a hot day on Tuesday reaching near 98 with a low near 9.
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