Eisenhower’s Illinois primary stance leaves Republicans unsure
President Eisenhower refused to assent or dissent to entering his name in Illinois as a potential candidate, leaving Republicans uncertain about his second term plans. White House officials stressed no official decision, while doctors indicated clarity will come mid February. Governors and senators weighed in, with some predicting a run and others backing support for a fresh convention.
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Afghans Strive To Catch Up With World In Kabul
Kabul shows slow modernization under King Zahir Shah and Prime Minister Daud. Moslem traditions curb reforms while Radio Kabul broadcasts around the clock. 1920s style bazaars, veiled women, and rutted streets contrast with new Russian-built buses, Soviet taxis, and a European bakery under a barter deal.
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Philip Willkie Becomes President of Indiana Bank
Rushville Indiana announces Philip H Willkie son of Wendell Willkie becomes president of Rushville National Bank He has served as bank director since 1947 and held the post of vice president and bank attorney prior to this promotion
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Bellhop Admits Shooting Ex Wife in Phoenix
Joseph Henry Addington, a 50 year old Los Angeles bellhop, admitted killing his former wife Carmen Pedrin in her Phoenix apartment after an argument about her alleged relationships. Pedrin, 46, mother in law of Pancho Gonzales, was found shot to death. Addington was arrested downtown and later said he slept by the body for 12 hours.
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Phoenix
French Say Food Algeria Problem
In Algiers Algeria long term stresses loom as Algeria’s growth outpaces resources. French observers note 84 million Arabs and Berbers with one million French residents in a landscape four times the size of France. Fertile zones are scarce and prices rise while troops compete with civilians for food. Foreign capital is urged for development.
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Iraq Ousts Egypts Military Attache
Iraq demanded the removal of Egypts military attache in Baghdad signaling a widening gulf between the two Arab states. Cairo announced the attache is persona non grata without issuing reasons, part of a string of worsening incidents between Cairo and Baghdad.
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