Senate Set To Decide Pike Fate Today In Texas
The Senate faces a pivotal vote on the southwest toll road proposal with debate limited to ten minutes per senator. If approved, the bill would authorize 5304,000 annually from highway funds to cover bonded debt and toll revenue would be scrutinized for possible refunds if unused. The outcome hinges on adjournment timing and cross-house action as lawmakers weigh fiscal implications and revenue safeguards.
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Disaster Area Designation Expands Local Aid
Storm sector declared disaster area, unlocking emergency gasoline tax funds for road repair. Red Cross grants flow, Civil Defense loans tied to new program. Oklahoma officials pledge disaster relief facilities in two counties, with May visit to assess needs and implement rehabilitation loans. Local officials report several aid requests approved, more pending.
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Showers On Tap Today And Lake Levels Rising
Forecasters predict new showers this afternoon with clearing skies today marking the fourth straight day of good weather. Highs will reach the 80s and Wednesday should stay fair and warmer. A new levy reading shows Lawtonks level at 1.2 feet above the old spillway with Lake Elmer Thomas discharge easing as inflows drop to normal.
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Arkansas River Drops At Moffett
The Arkansas River was reported dropping slightly at Moffett Oklahoma the last town in the state hit by the floodwaters. Moffett along U S Highway 61 remains water filled with residents evacuated since Sunday night as floodwaters poured into homes and businesses. Fort Smith Weather Bureau says the Arkansas crested at Van Buren at 26 4 feet, flood levels high and aiding engineers who keep Denison Dam gates closed to ease Red River flooding downstream.
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Oklahoma Senate Finalizes State Budget Split Across Departments
Oklahoma City Senate completed a $95 million state appropriation across departments and agencies. Key bills passed include $1.518 million for a two year emergency relief program, $2.04 million for a free textbook program, and $24,000 for six municipal junior colleges. The House approved the textbook bill and relief measure, while the fire marshal office repeal and funding shifts drew House resistance. Rep. A T Larason called the session nearly closed and noted the budget provides a small balance for future needs.
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Sailor Holds Ship Six Hours After Officer Slaying
A naval gunship off San Francisco faced a six hour siege as a sailor fatally wounded a division officer and wounded two others before surrendering to pleas from the crew. Marines and chaplains assisted as officers tried to calm the hostage situation aboard USS San Antonio.
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Red China Urges Formosan Revolt
Tokyo news service reports Communist China urged Formosa patriots to rise against the government and drive American forces from the island following anti American protests in Taipei. Hong Kong sailors were recalled, Manila warned jail for protesters, and Hong Kong kept under surveillance with extra watch but no crowds expected.
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Mate Slayer Gets 4 Years
Ales Virgita Rush Paulus, 21, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter for the Fort Sill pistol slaying of her soldier husband, Phc. Charles Paulus, 24. Judge Stephen Chandler sentenced her to four years with the term stayed until Sept. 20 to allow child custody and treatment arrangements. she remains free on $90,000 bond. The shooting occurred about 2 am on Lauman Ave in Fort Sill. Paulus, a Beaumont Tex. native, had previously pleaded innocent and was moved from Comanche county jail to Oklahoma City. federal authorities handle the case due to the military reservation on federal property.
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Hospital Expansion Sought By Memorial Board
County commissioners will be asked to apply for Hill-Burton federal aid to add 100 beds and one or two floors to Memorial hospital. If approved, a $500,000 bond issue would be pursued with matching federal funds. Plans are discussed for June 10 board meeting ahead of project budgeting.
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Hill-Burton
Brilliant Blast Opens Nevada Atomic Tests
The United States exploded a 30 kiloton device at the Nevada test site initiating a summer series of atomic tests. The blast lit the predawn sky, with a mushroom cloud drifting as planes photographed the event and 200 military observers watched from observation posts.
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Underground Atomic Tests Eyed By AEC
An Atomic Energy Commission official said plans exist to test weapons underground to eliminate radioactive fall out. Gordon Dunning testified for a Senate subcommittee studying fallout, noting past incidents in the Marshall Islands, Japanese fishery workers, and US testing grounds with minor damages and about $45,000 in claims.
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Senate House Atomic Energy
Nevada
New Water Zone Delayed A Week
City council postpones action on a new zoning plan for water rationing. Councilman E. Parks, chair of the water committee, says the plan will likely be discussed next week as the panel stays busy with other matters. Currently three zones limit shrubbery watering and car washing.
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Defense Funds Fight Resumes
House Republican leaders push to restore about 223 million of a 211 billion dollar defense cut. They back amendments adding 323 million for the Army Navy and Air Force, aiming to gain Democratic support and give Eisenhower a larger defense budget.
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Cloudbursts Flood Texas and Southwest Regions
Torrential rains battered Texas Oklahoma and Arkansas flooding rivers and forcing thousands from homes. About 2 100 people displaced along the Trinity in Dallas as Fort Worth saw receding waters. Arkansas flood crest forecasts rose as Gov Fahs sought federal aid. San Antonio and Uvalde areas faced heavy rain with closures and evacuations.
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Family Shopping Day Set Friday in Lawton
Lawton announces Family Shopping Day moved to Friday due to Memorial Day observance. Chamber of Commerce chair Jack Raulston said stores stay open Friday until noon, while city county state and federal offices close Thursday. Army activities paused with flag at half staff and 21-gun salute by B Battery. 97th Army band to provide ceremony music.
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