Begin Pen Sentences in Liquor Graft Case
Three San Diego men led by ousted liquor administrator Charles Berry began prison terms for conspiracy and bribery in liquor license transactions. Berry and ex-councilman Al Bennett each drew five to seven years and fines of 14,750. Business associate Harry Steetle received two to 28 years and a 10,250 fine. They plan to appeal.
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Egypt Declares Alignment With West Vows No Defense Pact
Cairo reports Gamal Abdel Nasser's military government states Egypt stands with the West but a Western defense pact would aid Communists in stirring Arab minds. The ruling council says the United States and Britain won’t invade the Arab world and cites cultural and economic links to the West while opposing communism. The note, issued to foreign correspondents as background, emphasizes fears of Soviet invasion as the regional threat.
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