Experts Divided On Estimates Of Nikita's Powers
Washington dispatch reports 12 U S experts split on Khrushchev’s coal powered authority amid the Kremlin shakeup. Theories range from a drifting dictatorship to a continued collective rule with Zhukov as the real power broker. Officials note unclear motives behind the presidium purge and speculate on Malenkov and Shepilov’s roles.
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Washington
U.S
Russia
Nikita Khrushchev
Kremlin
Khrushchev
Stalin
Europe
Khrustychev
Presidium
V. M. Molotov
Lazar Kaginovich
Georgi Matenkoy
Dmitri Shepilov
Khbrushchev
Zhukov
Malenkov
Shepilov
Florida Court Decides Hildy McCoy Can Stay
Circuit Judge John W Prints rules Hilda McCoy, daughter of a Roman Catholic, may be adopted by Jewish couple Melvin and Mrs Elis who have raised her since birth. He finds Hildy suitable and the Elis fit guardians. State and natural mother's attorney expect appeal to the U S Supreme Court.
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Miami
Fla
John W. Prints
Hilda McCoy
Hildy
Melvin Elis
Massachusetts
Marjorie McCoy Doherty
Lildy
U.S. Supreme Court
Air Force displays first supersonic B58 Hustler bomber
Fort Worth report says the Air Force unveiled Convair built B58 Hustler calling it the world's fastest jet bomber and announced plans to buy 13 for testing with talks on 17 or 18 more. Gen Irvine said up to 40 test planes may be acquired before production.
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Fort Worth
Tex
Air Force
C. S. Irvine
Irving
Convair
General Dynamics Corp
Irvine
Air
Frank W. Davis
Convair Divission
Davis
PSS
U.S
Month Is Fourth Wettest in Kansas Weather Records
The just completed month was the fourth wettest June in Kansas history with statewide precipitation averaging 6.40 inches. Only the Junes of 1951 1928 and 1908 exceeded it. Ad.
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Topeka
Kansas
Injured Student Rescued From Ragged Canyon Site
Jom Findley Scott of Stockton, a 23 year old student, was lifted by helicopter from a 40 foot ledge at Knapsack Pass in Kings Canyon after a seat fell. He sustained injuries to both ankles, a back strain, and possible internal injuries. He was in good spirits at hospital.
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Bishop
Calif
W—A
Ragged Kings Canyon
Jom Findley Scott
Stockton
Seat
Knapsack Pass
Eisenhower Open to Amendments on Rights Bill
Senator Russell says President Eisenhower does not oppose clarifying amendments to the civil rights bill. He asserts the President’s mind is open to amendments that would clarify the measure, while opponents push for possible compromises amid brief White House talks.
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Washington
Sen
Russell
Dear
Eisenhower
Senate
White House
Richland Faces Severe Flooding From Wakarusa Inflow
Flood waters from the Wakarusa River and Camp Creek inundated Richland Kansas 18 miles southwest of Lawrence. About 200 to 250 residents evacuated as the river climbed toward 32 feet, far above 1951 levels, with no casualties reported. Local operator Pearl Weiss remained on duty as residents moved belongings and livestock to safety.
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Camp Creek
Wakarusa
Richland
Lawrence
Richlander
Journal-World
Bill Snead
Little Shawnee County
Kaw
Tolay
Pearl Weiss
Dutton Bridge
Joe Till
Richland American Legion
Waiarusa
Noad
Hill Snead
Mary Ann Rice
Bruce Faust
Blacktop
Flash Floods Displace Dozens Near Topeka
Severe floods forced hundreds from homes in the Topeka region including Richland and Avondale. Dozens flooded along Shunganunga Creek as the Wakarisa River rose. Guard, Civil Defense, and police aided evacuations with boats. No casualties reported.
Thirsty ministers blamed for parishioner drunkenness
Ti Win ton H Beaven of Washington D A warned at an alcohol prevention institute that pastors who host social gatherings may influence congregants to drink, risking skid row behavior. He cited ministers' influence on members and urged caution in church events.
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Soma Linda
Calif
Ti Winton H. “Beaven
Washington
Institute of Scientific Studies
Mystery Plane Crash Is Solved in California
Barstow Calif. radio message from the scene disclosed no airplane crash occurred. A climber fire was reported with wreckage sighted but too charred to identify survivors or aircraft type. Ground and air units including two helicopters and a rescue party faced a fierce storm while seeking the scene.
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Barstow
Calif
Clark Mountain
A M. Smith
California Highway Patrol
Barrier 4
Hashes
Nellis Aue
Neat Bas Seis
Nes
Wall of Water Hits Abilene After Rain
An Abilene area flood after a heavy rain dumped up to an estimated 14 inches in minutes. Water surged across streets, stranding drivers, flooding homes, and forcing residents to evacuate as emergency crews worked to control the fast rising waters. No injuries are reported.
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Abilene
Guimperk
Riley
Pitchon Tan Swale
Eiesthurst
Tyan Kelly
Heavy rains flood area harvest and warn of more
Extensive rainfall drenches fields with 2.18 inches in Lawrence by 2 p.m., forcing harvest delays for wheat and corn while officials note potential flood risk along Kaw River and creeks. County Agent Julien Six cites 9 percent of wheat harvested before the deluge. future harvests depend on weather.
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Triutartes
Titarars
Dial Creek
Rock Creek
Washington Creek
Lawrence
Fone Star Lake
Jienl Six
The
Journal-World
Globe
Douglas County
Walter Schwarz
Wore ‘den
Shyam Bhatia
Weather Outlook for Northeast Kansas With Storms
Mostly cloudy with thundershowers possible tonight and Thursday. Warmer tonight and Thursday with highs near 80. Temperatures through November average near normal. rainfall around .25 to .30 inches with scattered showers and thunderstorms Thursday and again Saturday or Sunday. Local observations from Adam Station list highs around 63 to 89 and lows in the 60s to 70s across several towns.
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Adam
Bismarck
M.D
NSRS
Badmanton
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Riethkind
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Robert Jones
Weather Bureau
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Avondale
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