Pastor Nabs Bandit Suspect in Church
A 33 year old man, George W. Pike of 2021 Appleton Street, is in police custody after being confronted by Rev. FB Long at Walnut Ave Baptist Church. Pike faces robbery and narcotics charges with investigation linked to a pharmacy hold up. Police also arrested Pike's common law wife Vera Wilkens, 2021 Appleton St, on similar charges. A pistol and six rounds were recovered. The suspect admitted cash and narcotics taken in the drugstore robbery on Belmont Shore. He was questioned and resisted during detainment.
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Dulles Says Reds Break Truce Pact
In Washington, Dulles accuses the Communist bloc of violating a truce pact. He notes no sufficient threat to resume war yet and cites a new protest sent to Britain and China over three American deaths. He affirms U S ships and planes would defend Formosa but stops short of a formal alliance.
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Town records first traffic fatality in 11 years
In ASCOA Tennessee the town of about 6400 reported its first traffic fatality in 11 years. Clarence Washington 32 an airman from nearby McGehevinson Air Force Base died when the car he rode in struck another vehicle.
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Fire at Park Sheraton Hotel injures 23. 500 flee
A hotel blaze at the Park Sheraton in New York injures 23 and forces more than 500 guests to flee. The 31 story building, formerly Park Central, housed about 1500 registered guests. Firefighters confined the blaze to a ninth floor room, while smoke filled upper floors and the lobby. Two guests were rescued and two out-of-town guests hospitalized as smoke spread to the 22nd floor. Police kept order as guests used interior exits and the lobby jammed with evacuees.
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New U S Air Defense Command Formed To Coordinate Defense
An Air Force general leads a new Continental Air Defense Command to direct U S air defense, unifying Army Navy and Air Force units. Gen Benjamin W Chidlaw will head the command. Colorado Springs bases will host its headquarters with a junior Army member and a Navy admiral appointed to joint leadership. The plan aims to coordinate defense and civil authorities to minimize disaster effects.
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Classifieds and Page References Listed for Edition
A directory of where to find features in the newspaper lists sections for Beach Combing Weather and other pages. It includes page identifiers for Poyle Reilge obituaries sports theaters and more across A and B pages.
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Miss Universe Told to Rest by Physician
Miss Universe Miss Universe told to rest by physician. Stevenson the blonde farmer girl chosen as Miss Universe at Long Beach last month was ordered to stay in bed due to fever and sore throat. Her mother said she would participate in one more series of parades and receptions in her honor Wednesday.
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Plane Crashes in Conn. 37 Aboard Escape Serious
A Constellation with 37 people aboard crashed in Preston Connecticut during a rain soaked sky. All survived the fiery wreck and two babies escaped unharmed. About four dozen were injured though none critically with 29 passengers and eight crew sent to Norwich Hospital for precautionary checks. One survivor said the ship pivoted and hit a field before skidding into trees as it broke apart near Idlewild airport.
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Hunt Man Who Shot Wife Fled With Children Across Continent
Roy Friend 30, sought after he shot his wife Patricia 25 in Torrance and fled with their two children, Roy Howard 4 and Juanita 7. Police say he may head toward Wichita, Kansas, where his parents reside, while authorities issue alerts. Patricia Friend remains hospitalized with injuries to her head and eye but is expected to survive. Authorities recalled threats to harm the family and noted the couple had recent domestic tensions.
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Unseasonal Storm Hits Southland Spreads Damage Across County
A strong unseasonal storm swept southern California bringing thunder, lightning, and heavy rain. Long Beach reported up to .0 inch downtown and heavier rain in eastern districts. Park Estates flooded at Bryant and Adane Losomas De. Manhattan Beach homes damaged by roof hole. Elue- Rundo police noted a struck truck and power pump without injuries. The system cooled a heat wave that had pushed temperatures to 88 in Los Angeles.
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Weather update shows clouds and sprinkles today
Partly cloudy with a few sprinkles today. Mostly cloudy tonight and Wednesday morning. Clearing in the afternoon.
Ex-Tax Chief Nunan Sentenced To Five Years In Prison
Joseph D Nunan former U S Commissioner of Internal Revenue serving under Roosevelt was sentenced by Judge Walter Bruchhausen to five years in prison and a 15000 fine for income tax evasion. Nunan admitted misreporting income for 1846 to 1850 and underpaying taxes. Prosecutors noted the offense as aggravated by his enforcement role. Nunan 57, will appeal and remain free on bail.
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