Scheele Seeks Answers on Polio Vaccine Timeline
Surgeon General Leonard Scheele warned reporters that answers are near on polio vaccination questions. The lunch session included Jonas Salk and Basil O'Connor as officials press for an immediate government report on Cutter Laboratories vaccine tests and safety.
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Berkeley Calif
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American Medical Association
National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis
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New York
O’connor
Berkeley
Calif
National Institutes of Health
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Dulles Rejects Neutrality for a German State
Secretary of State Dulles, with presidential authorization, rejected any neutrality policy for Germany. He told reporters that the United States views Germany as nonneutral, citing Germanys size, industry and power and noting Eisenhowers remarks sparked speculation about neutral states in Europe. He conveyed the position to Ambassador Krekeler and clarified the stance ahead of possible talks with the Soviet Union.
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France
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San Francisco
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Plan Board Backs Army Reserve Site Here
City Plan Commission backs an Army Reserve armory here and urges city land, likely near Black River north of Clinton Street, be provided by June 1 to allow construction funding this year. Isle la Plume and rifle-range areas are also considered with Clinton Street site favored for proximity to city utilities.
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City Plan Commission
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Army Engineers
Isle la Plume
Rifle Range
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Admits Payoffs To Secure U S Contracts
New York garment maker Leon M. Levy testified before the Senate investigations subcommittee that he paid cash bribes and gifts totaling 6699.94 dollars in 1952 and 1953 to Army and ASTAPA officials including Maj. Eric Farnell and Capt. Raymond Wool to secure three military contracts. He said he handed funds to Marvin Rubin for disbursal and knew the actions were wrong.
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Bouita Originals, Inc
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Army Quartermaster Corps
David Pollack
Armed Services Textile and Apparel Procurement Agency
Pollack
Philadelphia
Mella Hart
Astapa
Joseph G. Porreca
Raymond Wool
Wool
Marvin Rubin
Weather in La Crosse and Vicinity Forecast
Mostly cloudy cooler outlook for Wednesday with partial sunshine and a cool day. Local showers are expected late afternoon or at night with a low tonight of 46 and a high Wednesday near 2.
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Girl Fatally Scalded In Kitchen Sink Bath Incident
Patricia Sanderfoot two year old died after turning on hot water while bathed in a kitchen sink. She suffered third degree burns and died at 3 30 a m. Patricia's mother Sylvester Sanderfoot was nearby when the accident occurred.
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Housing Boom Driven by Easy Credit and Rising Income
The Commerce Department reports the housing boom is fueled by rising incomes, easy credit, and demand for larger homes. It notes record home building despite slower marriage rates and forecasts a surge after 1960 as baby boomers reach marriageable age.
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Wisconsin Senate backs 340 man highway patrol plan
The Wisconsin Senate approved a substitute bill creating a 340 man state traffic patrol over the next two years with a $2.203 million biennial appropriation. The plan, backed by Republicans and the governor, would add 270 officers in three boosts and finance from motor fuel taxes. Debate noted potential enforcement complications between state and county officers.
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Shelby annexation passes 17 to 1 in La Crosse vote
La Crosse Common Council approved annexing a portion of the Town of Shelby by a 17 to 1 tally, with three aldermen absent. Dissenting Alderman Emil Schultz objected to city paying for basic improvements in undeveloped areas. Annexation to the 14th Ward takes effect 90 days later after legal steps, adding about 44 building lots near Main Cass and 28th streets.
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Senate poised to sustain Ike veto on postal pay boost
Senator Knowland predicts the Senate will sustain President Eisenhower's veto of the bill to raise postal worker pay by about 8.6 percent, clearing the way for no override. House Republicans expect few GOP defections, hoping for Democratic votes to test unity ahead of a possible 1952 election impact.
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Calif
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D-Mass
GOP
Thunderstorm Lifts Dry Coulee Region Waters
A strong storm brought up to 1.62 inches of rain across parts of the Coulee region easing a 13 day drought. Lightning injured 49 year old Elbert Strong in Krause Rabin Court and a home chimney was knocked down at 1328 S 25th St. About 100 telephones were out of service from blown fuses and a chicken coop fire near Sparta was contained. Farmers expect better pasture and crop growth as hay and grain fields recover. Local parks and lawns should brighten after the rain.
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la Crosse
U.S. Weather Bureau
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Hyde Avenue
la Crosse State College
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Hackberry Lane
Harold Peterson
S. 25Th St
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la Crosse County
Francour
Gordon van Akkern
City Parks and Recreation Department
van Akkern
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Republicans Rally To Stave Off Gore Road Act
Republicans gathered in Washington to block passage of Sen Gore's Democratic highway bill. The plan includes a 17.9 billion five year outlay and a 21 billion bond proposal for a 40 000 mile interstate system. George and Thurmond proposed amendments to remove billboard provisions and protect states rights.
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Senate
Eisenhower
Millikin
Colorado
Sen
Gore
D-Tenn
Public Works Committee
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R-Pa
George
D-Ga
Byrd
D-Va
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D-Sc
Potter
R-Mich
Thye
R-Minn
Kerr
D-Okla
Twist Lamp Powers On With A Simple Turn
A quirky floor lamp starts with a bronze pipe and a hidden twist that turns it on and off. The author likens the invention to a patentable idea and recalls a mint flavored shaving cream concept sparked by a morning mishap.
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King Features Syndicate, Inc
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