Tidal Waves Batter Hawaii and Chilean Tragedies Raid Pacific
Tidal waves generated by Chilean earthquakes crash across the Pacific causing nine deaths and widespread damage in Hawaii with Hilo hardest hit. Docks, boats and power infrastructure suffer as waves up to six feet surge through Honolulu Waikiki and other islands. Evacuations and continuous bulletins helped limit casualties amid the disaster.
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Edward Engledow
William F. Quinn
Torpedo by Adlai blasted by Dirksen in Senate
Senate debate centers on an interview allegedly attributed to Adlai E. Stevenson. Dirksen quotes the Paris interview arguing Stevenson favored Berlin concessions and force reductions to wreck the summit. Democratic leaders defend inquiry into the events and seek unity while criticizing the administration.
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Mike Mansfield
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Kremlin
Eisenhower to Speak on TV and Radio Wednesday
President Eisenhower will address the American people on the Paris summit collapse and future goals in a 30 minute broadcast at 6 p.m. CST Wednesday. The talk will be carried by major radio networks and ABC CBS TV networks, with NBC-TV also airing at 8 p.m. CST.
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Eisenhower
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James C. Hagerty
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Eiisenhower
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Herter
Gettysburg
Hagerty
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Paris
ABC
CBS
Nbc-Tv
Naval base at Guantanamo reports no Cuban assault threat
Rear Adm. Frank W. Fenno said there was no indication of a Cuban assault against the U S naval base at Guantanamo Bay despite rumors following a Norfolk report. He noted Cuban drills and maneuvers near the base were routine training operations.
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Guantanamo
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Frank W. Fenno
Stock Market Wrap Sags As Major Averages Dip
New York stocks closed lower with the downtick broad. The market posted a modest decline as investors weighed mixed economic signals and corporate results, leaving the index showing a small loss for the session.
Chile Hit by Quakes and Tidal Waves Toll Rises
South America faced a third day of strong earthquakes and massive tidal surges. Officials reported dozens dead and hundreds injured across central and southern Chile with widespread damage and missing persons. Aid arrived from Latin American countries and U.S. bases in Panama.
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Severe thunderstorm forecast covers Butler area to Beatrice region
Lawrence lies in the central area under a special severe thunderstorm forecast this afternoon. The outlook includes parts of western Missouri and northeastern Kansas with activity extending to 9 p.m. A corridor runs near Butler and Beatrice, indicating significant storm potential.
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Missouri
Kansas
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Beatrice
Warmest day of the year possible as 91-degree mark looms
Temperatures rose into the 90s with a 2 pm reading around 90 and a potential 91 degree high that would exceed the 1939 record for this date. forecasters warn of possible thunderstorms Tuesday with rain tonight through Tuesday and a low around 66 tonight. Saturday's high reached 82 as Sunday saw 91 possible if reached today.
Coin Maker Detained in Norway On Silver Theft Charge
Oslo AP reports Thor Hijulstad, head of Norway's mint, jailed after indictment accusing him of stealing 397 pounds of silver and selling it back to the public from the mine.
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Thor Hijulstad
Half Million Tag Put on Oskaloosa Loss
Damage from last Thursday's tornado in Oskaloosa and rural Jefferson County may total up to a half million dollars. Replacing the courthouse alone could exceed 250000, with extensive city damage and 25 farmsteads affected. The Jefferson County commissioners met Civil Defense officials to plan replacement funding as insurance and Civil Defense funds cover much of the cost. Cleanup continues, power and phone lines restored, and praise goes to Lawrence National Guard and Civil Defense workers for early aid and coverage.
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John Hoskinson
Hoskinson
Jefferson County
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Legion Hall
Lawrence National Guard
Karl Reber
Lawrence Civil Defense
Journal- World
Oskaloosa High School
Dirt return delay plagues county convalescent home site
The county convalescent home project south of Lawrence on Highway 590 faced delays after topsoil vanished from the 44 acre site during construction. Richard Anderson Trucking admitted hauling dirt with Moore Associates saying no permission was given. Parts of the soil were later returned amid questions of responsibility and court action considerations.
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Highway 590
Board of County Commissioners
Richard Anderson
Moore Associates
Moores
Anderson
Moore's
Commission
Walter Kampachroeder
Norwood
See COUNTY'S Prescriptions Raney Hillcrest
County page item notes prescription guidance at Raney Hillcrest facility. Details are sparse in readable text, referencing medication notes and location hints without clear names or dates. Further context from the page would clarify the exact notice or instruction.
Kansas Wins 1959-60 Big Eight All-Sports Title
Preliminary figures place Kansas University at 25 points to Oklahoma’s 26 with KU gaining the all-sports crown. Oklahoma had dominated 13 of the past 15 years. KU improved after strong showings in track golf tennis and cross-country while football wrestling counts varied. Future totals may refine the final standings but KU and OU are set as top two.
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Oklahoma
Kansas
Oklahoma State
Jayhawks
Burglar Steals Records From Gary Lehman Apartment
Burglars took phonograph records valued about 200 dollars from the Gary M. Lehman residence at 200 Me Street. Entry was gained by breaking a glass from the front door, and Lehman says some records were left behind.
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Me. St
Lehman
Arterial Plan Meeting Targets City Traffic Futures
The Lawrence City Commission will review an arterial street plan approved by the Planning Commission for potential future widening. City Planner Jerry Smith says the plan aims to place wider streets at key locations while allowing changes as conditions evolve. Also on the agenda are rezoning actions on West Sixth Street and portions of South Lawrence, with opposition likely on several arterial routes.
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Comemission
Jerry Smith
Smith
West Lawrence
West Sixth Street
Weather Outlook Northeast Kansas Scattered Thunder Showers
Partly cloudy and warm with scattered thunderstorms through Tuesday. Lows tonight in the middle 60s. Highs Tuesday mostly in the upper 80s. Temperature readings show a 4 p.m. high of 82 and a low of 54, with year ago highs 69 and lows 63. Record for this date: high 95 in 1939 and low 48 in 1957. Humidity around 59 percent at 4 p.m and 99 percent at 8 a.m.
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