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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1958
Page
1
The article argues for vertical take-off and landing aircraft as a strategic alternative to large fixed air bases. It notes the threat from precise short-range missiles and the risk of near misses to major bases, urging defense planners to pursue manned missiles and VTOL capability to maintain deterrence and retaliation options.
Washington AP reports President Eisenhower backs a stricter labor control measure, signaling deeper GOP rift. While senators Knowland and Goldwater praise the stance, others oppose parts of the compromise bill steered by Kennedy. The debate shapes Congressional races as Labor Committee moves toward action this week.
A reporter described a deadly tornado approaching El Dorado with a heavy black cloud near the eastern horizon and a pale white cloud over the city as the deadly weather swept through. The report tallies three deaths and notes the storm’s extreme danger and human impact.
Nationally a House vote on the trade program faced stiff opposition while Kansas El Dorado as a destructive tornado left streets dark and debris filled. Rescue crews, National Guard, and police patrolled the wreckage as 12,000 miles of refineries remained intact and a temporary morgue operated for victims.
The All Algeria Committee of Public Safety rejected De Gaulle’s plan for elections and called for a right wing dictatorship replacing parties. Massu approved the resolution, Salan initially backed it but later withdrew. Paris circles view it as a major challenge to De Gaulle’s authority.
A Dixon weather event dropped nine inch hailstones with six inch depths and 44 percent total evening rainfall. The storm began about 5 PM, lasted an hour, then 10 PM brought high winds and more rain. Howard Goodman’s home suffered hail holes and broken windows. Anne Maley and Joe F. Meyer were among visitors. Historical note recalls Atlantic City station since 1874 and wide temperature range from 104 in 1918 to minus 9 in 1934.
Delegations from two local Young Democratic clubs will attend the 1958 state convention of Missouri. Each group certifies 36 delegates to the June 12 14 gathering in Kansas City at the Phillips Hotel. U S Sen Stuart Symington will be principal speaker, with Charles H Brown to deliver the keynote.
The government announced an international passport ring based in Palermo was uncovered and likely dismantled. Eight people were arrested in the United States and three abroad in a scheme that stole and sold U S passports in Milan, Rome, Naples and Messina.
Sister Mary Josetta, former administrator of St. Mary's Hospital, elected Mother General of the Sisters of St. Mary at a general chapter in St. Louis. She will oversee 600 nuns and 13 hospitals, guiding a modern convent and pediatric unit in the 1946-52 era. The article also notes broader hospital expansions and leadership changes in St. Louis area religious orders.
George P. Marsh of St. Louis spoke at an Honor Roll Award ceremony noting 69 cities with no child fatalities in 15 years. Pedestrian deaths in Missouri dropped 47 percent since 1940, while traffic fatalities have risen since 1940. The event at the Governor Hotel honored Jefferson City and others, with praise for school patrols and driver education.
Washington AP describes the national spelling bee trimming the field with 20 contestants eliminated in three hours leaving 42 active. The contest will resume Thursday morning or afternoon to reduce the field further as jitters and tough words knock out many competitors from both boys and girls divisions.
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