Failed brain operation fails to cure thief in Pittsburgh
Ward Wright a 42 year old thief who underwent a pre frontal lobotomy in 1947 to curb his stealing urge returned to crime after parole three years earlier He was arrested after pawned goods traced to him and thousands of dollars in merchandise were found at his home Dr Yale David Koskoff called the pioneer surgery a failure to alter the acquisitive process and more research is needed Wright spent 63 days in hospital at thirty dollars a day and had seemed to lead an exemplary life until the relapse
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Brother's Bar Burglary Verdict Deadlock
A jury in Superior Court failed to reach a verdict on James G. Fletcher's burglary charge related to breaking into his brother Leslie H. Fletcher's bar at 5839 Cherry Ave. The offense allegedly involved $24 stolen and $40 in damage. A new trial date was set for July 1 by Judge Joseph M. Maltby.
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Pioneer flier Wallace to retire after 34 years service
Maj. Gen. William J. Wallace, 57, first Marine flier to land and take off an airplane aboard a carrier, will retire July 1 after more than 34 years in the Marine Corps. Washington announces.
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Warren Appoints Scholarship Panel
Gov Earl Warren named a seven member committee to choose California students for Fulbright study abroad. Seniors of 1952 53 may apply, with study abroad in 1953 54. California colleges urged to form committees and submit candidate names. Included: Louis R Vincenti of Pasadena and Mrs John P Buwalda, Pasadena civic leader.
Shoeshine Boy Reveals Crete Village He Bought
Eugene Oregon June 19 James Agorastakis known as Jim the sireek has shined shoes for 50 years with little time off. He disclosed owning the Dellana village on the Isle of Crete including a farm church and 11 houses bought for 20000 dollars for his brother and two sisters. He naturalized and plans to return to Crete after months here.
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