General's Testimony Demanded by M Keon
PARRIS ISLAND Navy studied today channels if ordered to testifying Lt Gen. Lewis Puller may be called as a defense witness at the court martial of Matthew C. McKeon. Prosecutors argued his testimony could enlarge the trial beyond the evidence, while McKeon’s lawyers sought to prevent his appearance. The case concerns the drowning of six recruits amid Marine Corps training methods following a vodka fueled incident at Sa Keon last April.
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Quash Jury Indictment in Bribe Case in Las Vegas
District Judge John Sexton quashed a 1954 grand jury indictment against Clark County Commissioner Rodney Colton for accepting bribes to influence voting on Aquor and gambling licenses. A new grand jury will hear the case as the judge did not exonerate Colton, while defense counsel Emile Zola Berman cites delays and other procedural notes. The long docket references Navy veteran Puller and unrelated trials are noted as the court reconvenes.
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New State Building Boom Seen for Roads
California businesses anticipate a massive federal interstate highway program, with Gordon Pollock of the Associated General Contractors forecasting 450000 to 850000 workers on a 41000 mile network, plus equal employment in related industries. Demand for steel and cement would surge dramatically, reshaping communities and spurring new industry and home construction along the freeway system.
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House GOP Scions Back Nixon in Veep Bid
Ninety members of the House pledged full support for Vice President Nixon as Eisenhower's running mate. Rep Cederberg said the statement was signed before adjournment, with 22 non signers not opposing Nixon's renomination. Hillings called the show of backing impressive amid rival views on Gov Herter and disarmament aide Jassen sparked GOP controversy.
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Deadly Fiesta Brew Tills 11 In Colombian Ceremony
In Patras Magdalena, 11 died and 34 hospitalized after a deadly liquid served at a Our Lady of Carmel ceremony. Eyewitnesses said at least 50 died and 250 were seriously ill. organizers faced arrests including committee chairman Fernel Mendoza. The toxic brew caused panic and misled drinkers.
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Patou Short Skirt Exhibit Wins Praise in Paris Fashion
Paris Fashion Week opens with Jean Patou delivering a slim silhouette collection focused on wearability. The standout is a little black dress and a high, narrow waistline with double belts, while coats run full and jackets feature rows of buttons. Colors span purples, violets, lilac, red, and winter white, with heavy silks and grey flannels present.
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Six Month Farm Price Rise Reverses in July Dip
The Agriculture Department reports a six month rise in farm prices reversed in July, dropping 1 percent below mid June levels after declines in fruits meat animals and commercial vegetables. Milk chickens and potatoes rose, yet July remains 8 percent above January.
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Mothers Lead Doorbell Polio Vaccination Drive in Chicago
Chicago mothers and housewives launched an anti polio effort called operation alley to push residents to vaccination centers as polio cases surged past 359 with several deaths. More clinics and late night inoculation hours were planned to reach working parents and provide free Salk shots for children under five and expectant mothers.
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Two Scouts Stricken at Catalina Isle Campout
Two Boy Scouts from Culver City area Gary Purcell 11 and James Walden 11 fell ill during a Emer ald Scout camp outing at Catalina Island. They were rushed to Long Beach by Coast Guard patrol boat and then to Culver City Hospital where Purcell remained under observation while Walden was released to parents. The Coast Guard responded to a Sea Scout training craft radio call.
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Senate probes oil lease limits and straw men tactics
A three man Senate subcommittee will study alleged violations of public land lease limits by oil companies and individuals using straw men to acquire vast mineral rights. Senator Murray chairs the Interior Committee and cites concerns over 5 million acres on the Wavaha Indian reservation and a contested deal blocked by Interior Secretary Seaton.
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Claim 1 300 PWs Died in Russ Camps
Vienna reports that the Austrian association of former prisoners of war alleges 1,300 deaths and about 3,000 injuries from mass rioting in Soviet prison camps late last year. The protest letter to Soviet ambassador Andrei Smirnov cites riots at Novilsk in Siberia and Kengir in Kazakhstan.
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India to Buy Its First Aircraft Carrier
New Delhi reports that India has decided to buy its first aircraft carrier. Defense Minister K. N. Katju told Parliament today he gave no details. The current Indian navy, largely built from Britain, includes cruisers destroyers and smaller surface vessels.
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Britain
Colorado Republicans map brisk drive for U S Senate race
The Colorado GOP convened to chart a vigorous campaign against Democrats with the U S Senate seat as the prize. Former Gov Dan Thornton is assured an unopposed Senate designation while Donald Bratzman seeks the gubernatorial path, with official voting on statewide candidates set for the afternoon and district assemblies in the morning.
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Meeker
Congress Ends 84th Session With Mixed GOP Democrats Row
In Washington the 84th Congress adjourned amid a partisan split over Eisenhower's program. Johnson said Democrats supported about 75 percent of his agenda while Knowland argued more could have been done with Republicans in control. The session passed highway construction, Social Security and farm measures but rejected key school aid, tax cuts, and civil rights proposals, with foreign aid and defense funding areas showing bipartisan action on several items.
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Army Grenade Falls Short Injures 45 Buried at Ft. Leonard Wood
At Fort Leonard Wood, a phosphorous grenade test injured about 45 trainees and guards but none seriously. They received minor treatment and returned to duty as officials described the mishap as a short throw. An instructor said the grenade hit shrubbery about seven to thirteen yards from target before exploding. In Chicago, police planned tickets up to 200 for honking and noisy bridal parties as part of a crackdown on disruptive street behavior.
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Boy Found Wandering In Disneyland Cap In Los Angeles
Police picked up a two year old boy wearing only a Disneyland cap. When asked his name he said Donnie. Juvenile officers believe he wandered from home while his parents slept late on Saturday. He had nothing with him.
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