Tornadoes Rip 4 States Cause Havoc Across Deep South
Tornadoes struck Alabama Arkansas Louisiana and Tennessee Sunday causing widespread property damage yet only one death and few injuries were reported. In Leesville Louisiana Harold Gomez of Camp Folk was killed when a tree fell on his car. Columbia Louisiana suffered the heaviest losses with at least $200000 in damage as a twister unroofed many storefronts. Warnings had been issued as forecasters noted extreme conditions across the midsouth.
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Time for showdown over oil money split and harbor funds
Fragmentary notes discuss a dispute over an $81 million oil revenue split. Readers assume funds were to go to the oil city wide improvement fund and Ballothe harbor department. A portion, possibly 60 percent, would go to the harbor reserve fund for future projects.
Atom Blast Hinted For Tuesday In Las Vegas
Las Vegas Nev. observers report that a potential atomic test blast may occur Tuesday. The AEC announced a four day meeting starting today with 83 scientists and experts attending. A press conference today signaled possible scheduling of the blast, following weather permitting.
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Army general accuses ammo shortage policy in Korea
General James Van Fleet testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee accusing Pentagon leaders of limiting ammunition for the U S Army in Korea. He cites no shells left in dumps at one point, calls for a more aggressive policy, and says troops faced only protective action due to dwindling supplies U S senators question whether shortages were deliberate.
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Weather Forecast for Harry Truman’s Waterfront Tour
The article portrays W. M. predicting politics and weather with a comical tone. It notes Monday will be favorable for the Democrats and forecasts clear skies with temperatures reaching about 75 degrees, followed by similar or slightly cooler conditions Tuesday with low clouds and fog overnight.
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Trial Opens in Signal Hill Vote Fraud Case
Ukid Mexico Faulkner and Royce Bushong, former business manager and registrar, face ballot irregularities charges from the November 4 election. Judge Charles W. Fricke's Superior Court in Los Angeles will hear the case. trial expected to last at least a month with witnesses. Prosecutor Ernest Roll details the indictment, while defense attorney C Ransom Samuelson questions testimony potential.
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Downtown Fires Roar Sunday Night Cause Million-Dollar Damage
Fire swept through a downtown area Sunday night causing an estimated damage of about one million dollars. Investigators examine the blaze and local officials urge caution as crews work to determine a cause.
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Truman L B Guest Sightseeing Tour Near Long Beach Harbors
Former president Harry Truman and his family aboard the President Cleveland tour Los Angeles and Long Beach harbor facilities. Publicity director says the party will pass Municipal Auditorium after noon, with stops at Terminal Island and Wilmington Berth 153. Truman plans Hawaii trip for vacation then memoir work.
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Tobey to Probe West Coast Ports in Waterfront Inquiry
Senate waterfront crime committee led by Sen. Tobey plans an on site West Coast probe into port conditions. The move follows hearings on New York New Jersey harbors with local officials in Harbor district surprised by the expanded agenda. Local managers say Seattle has no clear target but welcome investigators if warranted.
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