Rail Wreck Kills 13 in East Snowstorm
A deadly wreck near Swampscott injured many as a snowstorm halted rescue efforts. Police and volunteers from 15 towns, including Marblehead and Salem, rushed ambulances and equipment to the scene. Fire Chief Scallon praised clergymen who risked themselves to reach pinned victims amid wrecked cars and freezing conditions.
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Dulles Faces Senate Clash Over Foreign Aid Plan
Senator Mansfield criticizes Dulles for new obstacles in approving foreign aid. Dulles defends chances of passage while proposing a long term program. He suggests committing up to about 100 million dollars annually for five to ten years, showing emphasis on long range policy amid opposition.
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Panel Votes Extension of Tex Rates
The House Ways and Means Committee voted to maintain the present 2 percent corporate income tax and extend excise taxes for a year on pipelines fasel ines sales cigarettes motor vehicles and certain alcoholic beverages. Rates would drop April 2 without new action. President Eisenhower asked continuation to April 1, 1957 to avoid about three billion dollars in revenue loss. The panel acted after Treasury Secretary Humphrey urged keeping business taxes steady to support a balanced budget.
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Colorado River Bill Faces House Debate and Split Views
The House debates a Rocky Mountain water project tied to Colorado Utah Wyoming and New Mexico. Supporters say the $738 million dam and storage plan is vital for the region’s economic future while opponents warn it could anchor the area to a single economy and a horse and buggy era. Democratic leaders count 120 votes in favor. Republicans aim for about half their 202 votes. Minority report from six committee members notes future prosperity hinges on the project.
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France says U S will OK jets to Israel
Paris confirms tentative U S approval to transfer 12 Mystere IV jets to Israel under the NATO defense program. Final decision rests with the three western powers meeting in Washington, with France indicating readiness to proceed though still reserving a veto. The planes would mark France’s first sale of supersonic fighters to a non NATO member.
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Pair Sentenced in British Officer Death
In Nicosia Cyprus two Cypriots Andreas Zakos 25 and Charilaos Michael 21 were found guilty of carrying and discharging firearms in December last year. They ambushed Maj. Brian Coombe whose driver was killed and whose associate Harilambos Mouskos cousin of Archbishop Makarios Greco Orthodox leader of the Union with Gregee movement was captured. Coombe fought back and Mouskos died. The two men were sentenced to death.
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Drug Firms Destroy $300,000 Worth of Defective Drugs
The FDA reports drug companies destroyed over 300000 worth of products in January due to age deterioration and defects. Some drugs were recalled from distribution as potency fell short of effectiveness. No Salk polio vaccine was involved, a spokesman said.
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Spacemen May Age Slower But Hair Grays in Space
Berkeley AP report on UC space medicine symposium notes slow aging under near light speed relativity, yet cosmic ray exposure causes hair graying. Experts discuss gravity loss effects on balance and orientation, plus experiments showing mice in balloons exhibit increased graying from cosmic rays.
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Montogomery the 12-Pound Terrier Dragged By Police
In Chicago a 12-pound terrier owned by Miss Anneotte Hadesman was dragged from his home by four policemen and three deputies after she refused a rabies test. The dog, Montgomery, had bitten many people over eight years, and the owner was jailed for bail default as officers entered with a warrant.
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Plane Explosion Kills Two Near Riverside
A one engine plane crashed after hitting a high-voltage line near the Whitewater desert plage ten miles north of Palm Springs. At Flabob Airport Riverside manager Flavia Madariaga said the craft, owned by I Copley, carried occupants Walter Brockie and another man believed to be Dick Roulette. The flight started at 4 p.m. without filing a flight plan and exploded upon impact, burning in a ball of fire.
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Army Delivers Rations to Oceanfront Families at La Rochelle
In La Rochelle France the U S Army distributed 1000 C rations for 600 families facing severe cold and snow. Despite a moderating day many residents remain unable to work or obtain supplies, with ongoing hazards complicating relief efforts.
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Neff Traveled to Iowa Montana In Gas Bill Probe
The youthful law partner of John M. Neff testified Neff made trips or calls to Iowa Montana and Wyoming tied to gas bill activities. Witnesses described Neff’s $2500 Nebraska campaign donation, his firm’s mining of access via Superior Oil, and discussions with GOP officials to gauge senator Hickenlooper’s position.
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Carpenter Cleared in Fatal Stabbing Case
A carpenter arrested Sunday was cleared of any implication in the fatal stabbing of 18 year old Barbara Jean Janson last January. George Bartley Christian, 43, released from jail after officers said questioning and laboratory tests absolved him of suspicions.
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Rainier Yacht to Be Renovated Before Grace Kelly Wedding
The 80 foot Dee Tuvat II yacht of Prince Rainier arrives at Toulon navy yard for a full overhaul ahead of Grace Kelly boarding on April 14. The prince plans to sail to meet the Constitution off the Riviera coast, with Miss Kelly boarding at sea and returning to Monaco for the wedding.
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