Hydrogen bomb debate grows over U S capability
March 16 remarks by Rep Cole say the United States has a deliverable hydrogen bomb. Strauss and Wilson discuss test outcomes, deterrent value, and Russia’s information flow. Reports note hydrogen test impacts, possible April blast, and Churchill’s backing of the tests.
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House Approves 999 Million Tax Cut and Extensions
The measure would extend current excise rates for cigarettes automobiles gasoline trucks liquor beer and wine to April 1 1955 and cut many admissions and consumer taxes. The compromise reduces taxes on household appliances and various services while preserving some higher rates and aiming to narrow the federal deficit. The Senate and House conferees anticipate prompt floor approval as differences are ironed out.
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Salk polio vaccine may yield lifelong protection
Article notes Dr. Salk's polio vaccine, tested on nearly 5000 children, shows no fever or arm soreness and antibodies against all three polio types after two shots plus a booster. Boosters may trigger higher antibody levels, potentially protecting against nerve invasion. Timing of boosters under study, with questions about antibody sufficiency and nerve-by-passage attacks.
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Eisenhower backs tariff talks and three year trade extension
Eisenhower urged Congress to extend the Reciprocal Trade Agreements Law for three years and grant broader presidential authority to negotiate tariff adjustments. The plan drew mixed GOP support, with many lawmakers wary of high tariffs while others joined a united front on the core recommendation. Randall, Inland Steel president, said the commission backed the extension 14-3, amid broader calls to curb foreign aid and balance investments with trade expansion.
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Cairo University Students Riot Demand Civilian Rule
Cairo University students protested demanding civilian government as the revolutionary council and President Naguib faced backlash. The crowd voiced armed struggle slogans, vowed to overthrow military rule, while government forces kept order with no violence reported. The crisis diverged from earlier protests.
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