Probers to Examine Becks Tax Records Sparks Inquiry
COLORADO SPRINGS Army Ordnance touts a new guided missile called the Hawk designed to counter low altitude air threats. Lt Gen Stanley S. Miskelsen of the Army Antiaircraft Command says tests are nearing completion as officials emphasize effectiveness against low flying aircraft and potential missile attacks on cities and industrial areas.
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New York
Satel
Peavey
Agim Antaurcraft
No Docking Action on Levy Bill Move to Law
Governor George Docking has not acted on a tax levy limit bill from the Legislature. The measure would raise levy limits for second class city boards of education from 6 to 25 mills. If not signed or vetoed by tomorrow afternoon, the bill becomes law without his signature.
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Topera
George Docking
Docking
United States confirms support for Israel hopes on Gaza dispute
In a three hour Washington meeting Secretary of State Dulles and Israeli Foreign Minister Golda Meir issued a joint statement that the United States stands by the hopes and expectations expressed in Eisenhower's letter and Lodge’s U N speech. Meir said Egypt’s actions in Gaza and elsewhere violate the assumptions behind Israel’s withdrawal.
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United States
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Golda Meir
Eisenhower
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U. N. Assembly
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Egypt
Gamal Abdel Nasser
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Ackers of KP and L Suffers Heart Attack in NYC
Deane Ackers chairman of Kansas Power and Light Co. suffered a heart attack in New York City last Thursday morning at the Savoy Plaza Hotel and is reported to be improving at Doctor's Hospital. He led the utility firm as board chairman after last year’s leadership change. Mrs. Ackers accompanies him. Jeffrey rushed to New York and then returned home.
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Balfour Jeffrey
New Kansas
Lawrence-Topeka
New York
Jeffrey
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Topeka
Philippines and World Mourn Magsaysay’s Death
Manila reports Vice President Carlos Garcia sworn in as fourth president after the death of Ramon Magsaysay in a plane crash on Cebu Island. Garcia, who pledged to serve until the next presidential election, arrived after attending a SEATO conference in Australia.
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SEATO
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Philippine Republic
Ricardo Paras
Magsay
KU Grad Alfredo Bustamante among Magsaysay crash victims
Alfredo Bustamante of the Philippines and a 1931 KU education graduate was among those killed when President Ramon Magsaysay perished in a plane crash in the Philippines. Bustamante lived in Manila and had just renewed his KU Alumni membership, per officials.
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Ramon Magsaysay
Kansas University
Alfredo Bustamante
K.U
Philippine Veterans Legion
Manila
K.U. Alumni Association
Eisenhower Grants Senate Tax Return Access to Beck and Brewster
President Eisenhower gave the Senate Bankets Investigating Committee power to examine federal tax returns for 1945 to 1947. The panel will seek returns of Dave Beck and Frank Brewster as part of its inquiry into labor racketeering and Teamsters operations. The order keeps information confidential but allows reporting pertinent findings. Hoffa faced bribery charges as a grand jury considered action. Beck said he would question Hoffa about the case.
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Rackets Committee
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UN Forces Withdraw From Gaza Positions Amid Uncertainty
Reporters describe UN Emergency Force units appearing to retreat from several Gaza Strip positions while still holding towns along the border. Egyptian troops have not yet moved into all areas as Canada plans a larger armored contingent, with UN officials cautious on Gaza administration changes.
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Gasoline Rates Dropped A Cent by Big Agencies
Standard Oil stations announced a one cent per gallon price drop effective Sunday. Bridge Standard Service owner Ant Nease told the Journal-World that regular gasoline has fallen to 26.9 cents a gallon from 27.4. He noted some uncertainty about ethyl gasoline pricing and that other Standard stations will likely follow with similar reductions.
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Terriers Destroy Drone Plane in Bahama Test Flight
President Eisenhower witnessed Terrier guided missiles launched from the cruiser Canberra strike a radio controlled World War I Grumman Hellcat drone at 10,000 feet in Exume Bay near the Bahama Islands. Two missiles were fired with one hitting the drone. observers noted the second appeared to crater the larger target. Eisenhower, resting after a lingering cough, called the voyage in good health as Maj. Gen. Snyder reported the president’s condition improving. He planned Bermuda meetings with Prime Minister Macmillan after a four day trip.
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KU Wins NCAA Regional Title Amid Dallas Row
Kansas University captured the NCAA Regional championship in Dallas beating Oklahoma City amid a row over officiating and alleged racial tensions. The event drew hostile crowds, with Oklahoma City coach Abe Lemons accusing referees of protecting Wilt Chamberlain while fans hurled debris. Kansas players including Chamberlain and Maurice King faced controversial remarks, but KU advanced to the NCAA finals in Kansas City.
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Warm Weather Returns As Spring Nears
Kansas weather brings .33 inch of rain boosting March total to .7 inch, the largest March amount in three years. Showers help grass growth while a grass fire near Tonganosie was put out by firefighters. Temperatures peaked at 87 in Norton and 64 Sunday, then cooled to the low 40s tonight with a clear sky forecast for Tuesday.
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Tonganosie
WREN
Norton
Voting locations listed for city election precincts
Voters are given a roster of polling places for the upcoming election. Precincts across wards four and six show specific schools, churches, and city buildings as polling sites including Mass and Sts, 15th and Mass, City Hall, and fire stations.
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KU Debate Triumph Faces Trophy Dilemma at Heart of America
The Kansas University debate team won the first Heart of America Debate Tournament but did not keep the traveling trophy. KU defeated Augustana College 4-1 in the final, yet coach Kim Giffin awarded the trophy to the runner-up. KU finished with 11 of 12 debates won and 20 of 22 ballots.
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Topeka
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Norman Lefstein
Hook Island
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Tex
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Britons to Receive Larger Gasoline Ration
In London Britain ends diesel rationing and increases the basic gasoline allotment by 50 percent effective April 17, allowing motorists up to 300 miles per month. Oil products had been rationed since December 17 after the Suez Canal closure reduced Middle East supply.
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Britain
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Kansas Traffic Deaths Topeka Ad Summary
Kansas traffic fatalities listed by the State Accident Records. Section covers the last 48 hours and date totals to 1957 101 with figures from 1956 131. Also references a hamburger ad for Miller Bur B Q with 25 cent price.
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Topeka
Kansas
Five 4-H Clubs Named as Delegates for Baldwin Event
Five 4-H clubs Jayhawk Cottonwood Marion Boosters Kanwaka Lone Star were named regional delegates for the Douglas County 4-H Day to be held March 30 at Baker University Baldwin. Top honors at County 4-H Day at Baldwin High School earned members including Joe Hemphill Shoven Tine Vint Lam-srenee Martha Char lene Hoover and Roger Pine among others in various clubs and activities.
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Big Shift in Lawrence City Commission Ballot
Lawrence voters begin Tuesday by trimming an eight candidate field to six for the City Commission. With George Bradshaw and Chris Kraft not seeking reelection, at least two newcomers will join Mayor John Crown and Jack Harris, all under 40 in a youthful slate. Election rules call for each voter to choose three of the six top vote-getters, with results available after 8 p.m. Tuesday.
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Lawrence
Jack Harris
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School Board
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Pont
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Whitaker Nomination Cleared by Senate Judiciary Committee
The Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved President Eisenhower's nomination of Judge Charles Evans Whitaker to the Supreme Court after a behind closed doors vote following a public hearing. Fyke Farmer of Nashville, Tenn. denounced Whitaker as opposed to human liberty, describing himself as sympathetic to international communism.
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Senate Judiciary Committee
Eisenhower
Charles Evans
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Supreme’ Goutt
Fyke Farmer
Nashville, Tenn
Whittaker
Weather summary notes partial reading with dates
Fragmented weather data from a historic edition describes fair skies, warmer conditions, and diminishing winds tonight into Tuesday. Includes temperature ranges around 20 to 50 degrees, historic rainfall notes, and references to VE Day observances and normal high periods. May mention past records and precipitation averages.
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