Mother and companion held for murder in death of baby
In Springfield Colorado a 17 year old mother Matilda Marie Patton and 26 year old traveling companion Mike Thompson were charged in district court with murder over the pneumonia death of 9 month old Kenneth Lee Patton. The coroner ruled abuse contributed. They pleaded innocent and are jailed without bail. James K. Eaton and Wrr rer E. Schmidt were appointed as defense. Another child James Ray Patton ST. 2 is in a Lamar hospital with five broken bones. Father serves in the Army overseas.
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Kansas
Polish diplomat granted asylum in Britain after escape
Miergzyslaw Regula, a 2 year old Polish diplomat, gained asylum in Britain after four days in hiding. He claimed he dodged a Communist plan to return him to Poland while reporting his wife, Melania, as a Communist fanatic. Regula fled embassy, saying a friend alerted him to the danger, and said his son remained in London with him.
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Kansas City Man Among Two Killed in Navy Helicopter Crash
Lt John W. Erlewine of Kansas City Kansas was among two killed when a Navy helicopter crashed at Barcelona Spain after striking a cable during a flight from the carrier Franklin D Roosevelt to shore. He was the son of Mrs Leonard C Erlewine of Kansas City. The carrier was paying a courtesy call.
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Young Ark girl and baby born on 11th birthday
In Little Rock Arkansas an 11 year old girl and her newborn daughter are reported healthy at the State Medical Center. The baby, weighing 4 pounds 4 ounces, was delivered by Caesarean operation yesterday on the mother’s 11th birthday. The unmarried mother, identified as a Negro, had been under supervision at the center, and Curtis Arkansas residents were said to be the family. Officials say the mother may be the youngest in Arkansas history.
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Confidential Begins Case Over Celebrity Stories Proving Truth
In Los Angeles Confidential magazine defends against criminal libel by arguing its Hollywood celebrity stories are true. Witness James Craig testified about an Maureen O'Hara incident at Grauman's Chinese Theater in November 1953, claiming he reported it to European correspondent Michael Mordaunt Smith who published it for about 200 dollars. The trial resumes Monday as producer Paul Gregory testifies about an alleged blackmail attempt by Marjorie Meade.
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Milford Dam Project Draws Rep Avery Toward Support
WASHINGTON Rep. Avery says he has grown reconciled to the Milford flood control dam near his Clay County farm. The project would inundate part of his farm and Wakefield, requires $50,000 for planning, and is backed by the Kansas Board of Resources and Legislature, with White House review pending. ATLANTA Woman grocer repels would be robber with jars. Ora Rowe, 47, says a knife-wielding intruder demanded money. she hurled a box of salt then mayo jars, forcing the thief to flee.
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Atlanta
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Santa Fe Railroad Presents Lake to Augusta for Water Supply
The Santa Fe Railroad has offered a storage lake of 851 million gallons to Augusta Kansas to bolster the city water supply. Situated four miles northwest of the city, the lake was previously used to refuel steam engines. the railroad now operates diesels and no longer needs the water for locomotives.
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Eudoran Dismisses William Atwood Long
William Atwood Long of Eudora was discharged from Lawrence Memorial Hospital after a two car accident near Lawrence. He had been hospitalized since Wednesday evening with injuries from the crash.
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence
Postal Head Seeks Rate Increases To Aid Losses
Washington Postmister General Summerfield urged Congress to approve postal rate hikes to curb the department’s ongoing losses. He cited a daily shortfall exceeding two million dollars in first class mail and said action may come by month’s end after Senate committee hearings.
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Two Russian Missile Bases Near Vladivostok Reported
Nihon Keizai cited Japanese government sources noting two missile bases near Vladivostok, Slavyanka about 80 miles southwest and Kraskino about 60 miles away. Slavyanka reportedly completed June 3 and Kraskino June 20. a new base at Poset near Kraskino was also mentioned. Officials declined comment.
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Callery Chemical Plans Muskogee Payroll Boost
Callery Chemical announces a payroll expansion in Muskogee to support expansion and operations. The move aims to increase local hiring and strengthen production capacity, signaling growth for the facility and regional economy.
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Callery Chemical
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Tornado Victim Reported inNU
A Storm-related incident left a teenager injured and others missing amid chaotic scenes. Local authorities and rescue teams responded to the disaster as families awaited updates on casualties and status.
Cleaway Bees Cause Disruption At Track Meet
In a chaotic scene at a track event, Henry Minnyas attempted to remove his shirt as bees swarmed. While trying to shed the garment during a dash, a mishap led to a crash and elimination for Minnyas amid the ensuing confusion.
Manhattan social notes and local visitors record
The column lists residents and guests visiting or vacationing, naming Mrs Hartman, Walfkakie family, Mrs Poe gosme alte, Mis Anna Latuke, Mrs Etta Carpen, Mrs Dean Hofsomner, Mrs Ane Holiaway, Roberta and Matee Zerh, and others. It notes visits at Topeka, Strand events, and neighborhood gatherings with multiple names and short activities.
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