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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1956

Page

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Soviet and British tensions rise over Berlin convoy

Berlin and London face mounting pressures as new austerity measures bite Britain and Russia restricts allied access to West Berlin. An American Army convoy carrying officers and supplies returned to the city after refusing inspection, highlighting ongoing Cold War frictions at the Dreildon checkpoint.

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Eden Rule at Stake in Big Debate

London news coverage centers on Prime Minister Eden as Labour torpedoes his Egypt invasion rationale. House of Commons votes on confidence loom while Bevan condemns shifting reasons and warns of a broader shift in Allied policy amid Suez tensions. Protests erupt near the U.S. Embassy as Hungarian and other demonstrations unfold worldwide.

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Samish Settles Up Taxes and Penalties

Samish, once a California political power, has paid $919,374 in back income taxes and penalties. The former lobbyist was convicted of income tax evasion and is serving a three year term at MelNeil Island Penitentiary. Assistant U S Attorney Robert Wyshalt said the payment settles his civil liabilities and penalties.

Wgs Samish California MelNeil Island Penitentiary Robert Wyshalt

Taxi fare proposal to charge for traffic delays

The Yellow Cab Co of Los Angeles asked the City Board of Public Utilities and Transportation for permission to levy 10 cents for every two minutes of traffic delay. Currently passengers pay 10 cents for every 22 1/2 minutes of standing or waiting time with no surcharge for delays.

Los Angeles Yellow Cab Co City Board of Public Utilities and ‘Transportation

Ike Asks Stassen to Remain on Job

Washington reports President Eisenhower asked Harold Stassen to stay as special adviser on disarmament problems. Stassen had submitted a formal resignation after the election, along with other cabinet rank officers.

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New Uprising Calls Heard in Budapest

Anti Communist demonstrations flare in Budapest as posters urge a new general strike. The atmosphere runs high at the peak of the uprising with calls for a national uprising. Rifle bearing Hungarian police act under Soviet direction to quell unrest.

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Hungary bars U N chief visit to Budapest

The Hungarian Communist government announced Dag Hammarskjold cannot visit Hungary on December 16. Soviet backed Premier Janos Hodar said the U N secretary general might think he was there to inspect the situation, but the time is not suitable and the visit will not take place on December 16.

Vienna U. N Dag Hammarskjold Hungary Sovieta Janos Hodar Hammarskjold Silace

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Eisenhower to Tour Drought Areas in Midwest and Southwest

President Eisenhower will tour drought hit regions in the Midwest and Southwest in mid January. White House press secretary Hagerty said the trip will cover New Mexico, southern Colorado, southern Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas and Arizona and last several days. He stated dates are to be set later and the aim is to assess needed government aid for farmers and residents.

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Port Said Occupation May End With Major Naval Move

The press secretary indicated that British and French troops in Port Said, Egypt, could vanish in a single action as a vast armada faces the harbor. The report also notes plans to disclose whether further actions will follow and mentions U.S. considerations on loan waivers and wartime legislation. President Eisenhower will address Congress with Ambassador Dillon present. Burress resigns as assistant secretary of defense over manpower and reserves duties, effective February 1.

Port Said Egypt U.S Ators Sey Britain Hagert Congress France Douglas Dillon Eisenhower Carter L. Bur Bess

Contempt of Court 16 Ordered Jailed in Clinton Violence

Federal judge in Clinton Tennessee ordered 26 people arrested for contempt of court after an outbreak of racial violence that closed Clinton High School. Warrants issued in Knoxville cite violations of a Sept 4 injunction against interfering with peaceful integration. School opened with 12 Black students amid demonstrations. a Baptist minister escorting students was beaten.

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Weather outlook: mostly cloudy with light rain through Thursday

The forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies with occasional light rain through Thursday. Cooler temperatures are expected, with a gradual drop in highs and a refreshing, unsettled feel across the region.

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Yank Breaks World Mark in Swimming

Georges Breen of Buffalo shattered the world record in the 1,590-meter freestyle during a qualifying heat in Melbourne, clocking 17:52 to top the previous 47,595 record held by Murray Rose. He was the sole American to reach Friday's final as U S swimmers pursued an unofficial Olympic team. Shelley Mann of Arlington, Virginia, won the women's 100-meter butterfly in 2:11, and the U S earned points in yachting finals amid Russia's competition.

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Man Attempts Suicide After Despair on Florida Shore

Zen Alexander Lance, 71, told police he tried to kill himself by slashing wrists and plunging an ice pick into his stomach. He was found unconscious on Lake Maggiore shore by another man and underwent emergency surgery. condition described as satisfactory.

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Storm brings first major rainfall in months to Southern California

The Southland sees its first substantial rain in two months as a cold front moves in from the northwest. Long Beach reports nearly a quarter inch by mid-morning with Torrance and other areas noting smaller amounts. Forecasters expect additional rain through Thursday with mountain snow above 3,000 feet and motorists urged to carry chains.

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Market soars as key issues rise sharply on gains

The New York stock market surged on a broad front with several issues climbing $3 or more. International Nickel led gains, up $9 after announcing a large Canadian expansion. Other strong performers included Lukens Steel, Kennecott Copper, Union Carbide, Youngstown Sheet and Tube, Royal Dutch Petroleum, and Gulf Oil.

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