Syrian Israeli clash edges toward broader war near Sea of Galilee
The Sea of Galilee clash left three Israeli policemen dead and two wounded as Syria and Israel exchanged fire. Western diplomats warned the incident could trigger a wider war amid regional upheaval following Jordan’s sacking of Lt Gen John Bagot Glubb. Syria Egypt and Saudi Arabia pledged aid to Jordan and discussed mutual defense pacts. Britain’s Selwyn Lloyd headed toward the region as tensions rose across the Middle East.
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Mother Daughter Reunion After 24 Years Settled by Gazette
In Reading Pa the Indiana Evening Gazette helped reunite Melissa Frye of Marion Center and Hazel Staudt of West Leesport who were separated since 1931 when Hazel was placed in a Pittsburgh orphanage after her father died. A Gazette letter finally connected them after decades of searching.
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Indiana Evening Gazette
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Gazette
Injured In Weekend Road Wrecks In Indiana County
Two weekend accidents in Indiana County left two people injured. Blairsville area man James Davis, 27, suffered lacerations and head injuries from a one car crash on North Fifth Street Extension and was hospitalized. Pauline Bosar, 30, Gip sy, was treated for a broken nose and chest injuries after a head on collision with Ivo White, 57, of Clymer on Route 80 in Arcadia. Bosar did not require hospitalization. Damages were listed at 400 for the Bosar car and 800 for the White car.
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James Davis
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White
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Glen Campbell
Bosar
Fire Sweeps Dayton Shop Early Sunday
A two story Clair Troup workshop in Dayton burned in early hours Sunday destroying equipment and stock. Firemen from Dayton battled the blaze about 3 30 am saving nearby buildings. Loss estimated pending survey with some insurance coverage noted. Neighbors supplied coffee to crews during the response.
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City Sued Over Pony Ride Injury in Highland Park
The City of Pittsburgh faces a damage suit claiming a 10-year-old girl was injured when thrown from a pony at Highland Park last May. Filed in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court by Mrs. Elma Douglass of Herminie, Westmoreland County, the suit alleges Audrey Jean Douglass suffered a broken right arm and shock from the fall.
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Tree Growers Meet Tonight in Indiana County
A meeting at Rustic Lodge begins at 8:15 p m to form a county Christmas tree growers association in Indiana County. The group will unite all local producers to promote county grown trees and expand sales.
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Rustic Lodge
House Deliberates 3 Percent Sales Tax Levy
Harrisburg AP report notes House Republicans hesitate to back the Senate passed 3 percent levy as Democrats push for approval. Leader Smith avoids commitment while Democratic Leader Readinger says a vote for the tax is the only option, despite personal qualms. The levy aims to fund a 44214 million dollar program.
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Safecrackers Jam Works at Norman Car Agency
In Norman Oklahoma an attempted burglary at the Cook Studebaker Agency failed to open the safe. Police say trespassers used welding equipment and crowbars but jammed the safe. it held about 1500 dollars in cash and checks, while the drawer yielded about 28 cents.
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Norman Automobile Agency
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60 Aboard Freighter Saved As Ship Sinks
The freighter Washington Mail sank in the North Pacific after its forward section tore away in high winds and monstrous seas. The Gen H B Freeman reached the scene, lowering rope ladders to lifeboats, allowing all 60 survivors to climb aboard. Captain Robert T Fulton of Tacoma reported the rescue, noting 51 crew and nine passengers were aboard the Freeman en route to Kodiak.
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GOP Ladies Skirt Plan Sends Delegates Overseas
Four California delegates bound for a Republican women conference travel in outfits described as skirts of white poodle cloth trimmed with Alaska yarn. The idea aims to fund campaigns by selling the skirts and supporting Republican missions abroad.
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Ike Sends Bulganin Arms Note
President Eisenhower has sent a note to Moscow urging Premier Bulganin to join a start on a world disarmament program. The letter, to be released publicly tomorrow, reiterates open skies while citing the stalled radio-delivery and ongoing propaganda exchange.
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Charles E. Bohlen
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Demo Candidates Differ On Health Issue Views
The Associated Press reports Republican leaders push for Eisenhower to campaign in key cities while Kefauver and Stevenson clash on the health issue. Kefauver rejects targeting health as campaign fodder, aiming to run on his own terms. Fulbright warns health talk may sidetrack foreign policy priorities abroad. Knowland backs broader campaign appearances outside White House broadcasts. Eisenhower rejects barnstorming for now.
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Ballot Spot Drawings Set by County Board of Elections
The Board of Elections will draw for primary ballot positions at the county courthouse on Saturday March 16. Primary election day is April 2. The board comprises County Commissioners H. A. Orr Dee Miller and Eet McCormick.
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Board of Elections
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H. A. Orr
Dee Miller
Eet McCormick
Registration Ending Tonight
Registration offices in the courthouse basement will stay open until 9:00 p m for voters to register for the April 2 primary election. Today is the last day unregistered voters may register for the April 4 election. County officials will be on site this evening to accept registrations from residents.
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Faddists Defined by Professor Bogardus in Los Angeles
A 42 year study by Dr. Emory Bogardus, USC sociologist, defines faddists as those seeking attention and status. About 80 percent of fads last under a year, with lasting ones proving utility. Revived fads include bobbed hair and tortoise shell glasses, while slang fades fastest. Also notes long lasting items like wristwatches since 1916 and garterleaf socks since 1924. Indiana County Board of Elections sets March 11 meeting to draw candidates for the April primary.
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Emory 8. Bogardus
University of Southern California
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