Progress Cited In Sessions On Big Steel Tieup
In New York steel and union negotiators held a closed door session as union leader David J. McDonald said progress continues toward ending the 25 day steel strike. John A. Stephens and McDonald avoided confirming reports of an imminent settlement amid wage and contract terms discussions with 12 major steel firms.
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Guard Says McKeon Tried Hiding Vodka After Fatal March
Pfc. Fred A. Magruder testified at McKeon court martial that the 31 year old drill instructor, from Worcester Mass, tried to stash a vodka bottle behind a toilet after leading Platoon 71 on a fatal march in which six recruits drowned. Magruder, guarding McKeon, said he saw him enter the head and hide the bottle. a corporal later retrieved a fifth of vodka.
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Fred A. Magruder
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Tragic tub drowning of Catherine Rockhold at home
Catherine Dean Rockhold, year old daughter of Mr and Mrs John R Rockhold of 1418 Prospect Ave, drowned today in a bathtub at their home. Fire department resuscitation failed. She was pronounced dead at Lawrence Memorial Hospital after being taken there from the scene shortly after noon. Police sheriff and firemen responded. The incident involved her older brother in the tub with water off, the faucet turned on by the boy. Survived by her parents, brother Edward Hoyt Rockhold, and grandmothers Mrs John Moore of Baldwin and Mrs Edna Porter of Lawrence. Funeral arrangements incomplete. Body at Rumsey Funeral Home.
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
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Topeka
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John Moore
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Edna Porter
Lake St
Lawrence
Rumsey Funeral Home
Kansas governor level charges against primary foe over kickback gas sales
Gov. Fred Hall accused Warren Shaw of demanding and receiving a one cent per gallon kickback on state gas in Shawnee County during the Arn administration. Hall said an oil executive and Shaw discussed a scheme, with other officials named in sworn statements. Shaw dismissed the move as campaign mud and planned a rebuttal at 6 p.m.
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Power Setup Is Killed by House
A 40 million dollar experimental atomic power program sponsored by Democrats was defeated by Republican votes in the House. It would have launched the Atomic Energy Commission on a long range plan to build reactors for government installations to prove commercial atom power feasibility. Democrats said the government must bear costs and risks to lead in science, while Republicans argued the AEC was already advancing commercial power and the United States led the world in atomic progress.
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Cain Quits Control Post as Board Member
Washington reports Harry P. Cain resigns from the Subversive Activities Control Board effective August 9, the date his three year term ends. Senator Millikin cites ill health as a reason he will not seek reelection, with his term expiring next January.
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Harry P. Cain
Subversive Activities Control Board
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Stassen accuses Hall of choosing running mate in advance
Washington report says Stassen, disarmament aide, accuses GOP Chairman Leonard Hall of foreclosing delegate choice for the Republican ticket. He blasts Hall in a letter to Rep. Byrnes and on TV, denying being left with no option. Hall had said Herter would nominate Nixon in San Francisco and backed the Eisenhower Nixon ticket. Herter confirmed he would present Nixon’s name and praised Nixon’s service as part of the Eisenhower team.
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Massachusetts
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Boston
Housing Bill Passes House Amid Public Housing Fight
The House approved an omnibus housing bill directing 35,000 public housing units over two years and sent it to the Senate by voice vote. A separate 115-24 standing vote favored the Widnall measure over a proposal for 60,000 units yearly. The bill expands existing housing programs beyond public housing while a major clash centered on federal aid for low rent housing for low income persons.
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Shaw and Docking Lead In Wichita Beacons Poll
The Wichita Beacon reports Rep. Shaw led Gov. Fred Hall and George Docking by a two point margin over Harry Woodring in the gubernatorial straw poll. Pollsters sampled nine counties for the initial tally.
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Shaw
Fred Hall
George Docking
Harry Woodring
Wichita Beacon
Stassen's Future Darkens After Blowing Resignation Talks
Harold Stassen faces a clouded political future as rumors swirl over his potential resignation from as disarmament adviser to President Eisenhower. The White House and allies weigh his influence on U N policy and new proposals that could reshape U S disarmament negotiations and government strategy.
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Triplett Chosen Dread Grid Aide
Triplett, longtime Muhlenberg College football coach, named assistant on Kansas State staff under Chuck Merher. The 39 year old will replace Kovateh, who resigned, as Lonborg announces the move today.
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Kansas Adds Coaches and Aides to Football Staff
The Kansas football staff announces new additions including Triplet handling ends and Yinebarkers as a Kansas skill member. The hire traces to Muhlenberg and Allentown PA, with a WW II Air Force major who served five years and is joined by his wife and four children.
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Knowland Bridges Confident House Will Accept Yugoslavia Aid Amendment
Senate leaders Knowland and Bridges, top Republicans, voiced confidence the House will adopt their amendment barring new military aid to Yugoslavia. The $4.11 billion foreign aid bill passed 96 to 30 in the Senate, while negotiations with House conferees aim to align differences over jet fighters and other equipment already in the pipeline.
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Ike Silent On Civil Rights Legislation Status
Washington reports President Eisenhower remains hopeful Senate will act on civil rights measures already passed by the House. Senator Knowland of California says practical odds favor no action this session due to unified Southern Democrat opposition and a potential filibuster. The White House plans a dinner with congressional leaders before adjournment, with adjournment likely by week’s end.
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GOP Leaders Reaffirm Nixon Support in New York
New York dispatch reports GOP leaders express backing for Vice President Nixon as Nixon’s renomination prospects solidify amid party unity. Delegates and officials voice confidence in Nixon’s performance and running mate prospects. Stock market coverage notes a small uptick as this political development unfolds.
Downtown Commission Studies for Cover Loading Mac Orites
Fragmented OCR mentions district concerns and traffic impacts as the Downtown Commission weighs cover loading measures. References to funding, local opposition, and transport effects appear amid unclear names and places, with no concrete outcomes or dates readable.
Hot dry spell returns to Kansas area
Heat returns to Kansas with five days of warm dry weather. Tuesday reached 93 degrees then cooled to 69 this morning, marking a cool spell for the month. Forecast calls for around 70 tonight and a high near 70 Thursday with no rainfall expected.
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Backers Weigh In On Woodring Gubernatorial Bid
Salina report cites Milo Sutton as campaign manager for George Dockini and endorsement of Vierry TP Woodring for the Democratic nomination. Sutton, former state Democratic president of the Veterans Club, calls Woodring strongest candidate with proven government experience and vows vigorous, fair debate.
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George Dockini
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Jos Way
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Flier's Death Declared Accidental During Hunt
Coroner Whip Rosenberg ruled the shooting of Kansas Air Forces Lieutenant James Ohlhausen on a hunting trip as a pure accident. Lt. Ohlhausen, from Leavenworth, was shot by a second lieutenant during handling of a .22 caliber pistol. The accident determination follows an investigation into the incident near Downieville California.
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Whiip Rosenberg
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A Hard Boy to Keep Down flare Alain Kramer
The nine month old son of Mr and Mrs fremer of Route 1 Oskaloosa was accidentally shot in the head on June 7 while in the front seat of Os fupa s truck. Doctors reported Marks brain not damaged by the bullet and he has regained weight since the accident. Stitches were to be removed soon.
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City to issue revenue bonds for off street parking
Lawrence plans to sell 50000 in parking meter revenue bonds on September 4 to finance two new off street parking lots in the business district. The plan includes a 7500 land cost split between the city and a benefit district funded by property owners, with 60 days to sign the required petition after an ordinance sets up the district.
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Ver Mort Street
Carnegie Hall Sold to Gluckman Corp for Five Million
Carnegie Hall, the 65 year old Midtown Manhattan concert hall, has been sold to the Gluckman Corp a major real estate firm for about five million dollars in a deal announced by the buyer.
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Midtown Manhattan
Gluckman Corp
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