Once Derelict Borneo State Strikes Petroleum Bonanza
The derelict Brunei area has suddenly struck rich with vast petroleum wealth. Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin, a youth of about i years, presides over an income reputed to rival Kuwait’s oil fortunes, signaling a dramatic transformation for the state and its fortunes in the oil boom.
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Wild Northwest
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Kuwait
Seria
South China Sea
Laitong
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Aid
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Navy Announces Contract For 1000 MPH Jet Bomber
The Navy says it has awarded a contract toward developing a new carrier based jet attack bomber designed to reach about 1000 miles per hour. The program aims to follow the Savage as a faster successor with tests of several mockups and development milestones.
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Navy
Sneil Elected President of Lamesa Bar Association
Rob Sreth was elected president of the Lamesa Bar Assn at a luncheon meeting in the Canrack Room. Sneil replaces Ras Renner and Rob Lind takes over secretary duties from the prior president.
Continental Oi Announces Reduction In Crude Runs
Continental Oi announces a cut in crude runs aiming to ease gasoline stocks and rebalance supply against demand pressures. McCollum notes the move targets refinery output to address overhangs while stressing the need for steadier purchases amid market volatility.
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Continental Oi
County Court hears drag driving cases dominate docket
The court docket centers on drunken driving with several defendants pleaded guilty or were found guilty. Roy Monte McDonald 58 of 1804 Main St received a $100 fine and three days in jail after a two hour jury deliberation. Jesse Cecil Ward Fresno California also fined $100 and three days in jail. Manuel Ramirez plea not guilty with bond set at $300. Glenn Lous McAheegan Reese Air Force Base pleaded guilty and was fined $100 plus costs and three days in jail. Police tied McKeegan to a Dec 23 1955 collision that injured four people and two youths on a motor scooter. Additional defendants faced DUI related charges with various bonds and penalties.
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Main St
McDnald
McDonald
19Th Street
Wdurers
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Foreman
R.H. Ray
W. C. Sharp
Lawrence FE. Davis
FO. Thornton
F. L. Davis
Dava
Allen
Pohice
McKeegan
34Th St
Suits Dismissed Trial Denied In Local Courts
Several cases ended without trial as three suits were dismissed and one new trial denied in district court actions Friday and Monday. Details include claims against Dr Pepper Bottling Co and Aberratie, with court settlements discussed and a new trial denial by Judge James G Pentane's 99th District Court.
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Tuder Tames G Pentan'e
Ledia Packel
Wnac
Mans Piaoyshaq
Parce
Glent
Hilton hotel shareholders approve two for one stock split
Shareholders vote at a special meeting in Chicago to split Hilton stock two for one and to increase authorized common stock from four million to eight million par value shares. The action was approved alongside no other changes as the corporation lists its long history since 1839.
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Fsted
Net Farm Income Seen Rising in 1955
USDA reports July to September net farm income likely around 9 percent higher than last year with an annual rate near 12 billion dollars. First half 1955 income rose about 10 million from the postwar low, shaping farm economy debate ahead of the November elections.
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Agrinieculture Department
Danartoyenve
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Hickenlooper
Eisenhower
Sail Bank
FBI Seizes Three Men For Questioning In Bank Holdup
FBI in Chicago questions three men identified as Henry Gargano 24 James Adamson Jr 22 and Pan taonvales 37 in connection with a Peoples State Bank hold up on Aug 3. Agent Ronald Hqastetter said Gargano and Pan taonvales are ex convicts. a fourth man is being sought.
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Railroad Commission Chief to Attend Oil Conference in D C
Austin Texas Chairman William Murray of the Railroad Commission said he will fly to Washington for a meeting to discuss possible increases in domestic crude oil production. He will report how much more could be produced in Texas but will not make a recommendation. Murray aims to return for Wednesday’s proration hearing in Texas.
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Mrs. Cora L. Hogan Rites Held Here
Funeral services for Mrs. Cora Lee Hogan were set for 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Assembly of God Church with Rev. H. M. Sheets officiating. Burial followed in Lubbock City Cemetery under Rix Funeral Home direction. Survivors include four daughters Louise Hicks J T Turner Jean Telford Irene McSorley and 46 grandchildren.
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Galveston
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Houston
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Fort Worth
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Michigan
Tessie Lee Stokes Rites Planned in Lubbock Today
Funeral services for Mrs. Tessie Lee Stokes 47 who died Thursday at Methodist Hospital after a long illness will be held at 2 30 pm today at Mt Gilead Baptist Church with Rev A L Davis officiating. Burial will follow in Loback City Cemetery under Jamison Funeral Home. Survivors include her mother Mire Anna Belle Stokes of Lubbock one daughter Adelens Da vies of Phoenix four sons Watson Childers of Lubbock Faliah Childers of Cleveland four sisters Laurene Curry Sammie D Roberson and Pacheal Johnson all of Lubbock and four brothers Peter Tommy Rennie Lee and J C Lubhack of Phoenix.
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Tuberculosis Cases Reported in U S Each Year
The National Tuberculosis Association reports new active cases in the United States annually with estimates exceeding one hundred thousand needing treatment or medical supervision.
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New York
National
Seven Bright Prediction On GOP Farm Belt Chances
Senator Hickenlooper told President Eisenhower there is greater satisfaction in the farm belt and that Republicans will win the belt. He cited an upswing in farm income aided by the administration’s farm program, including the sail bank plan and farm credit consolidations, as proof.
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Eisenhower
Farm Belt
Rourke B.hickenlooper
Hickenlooper
White House
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Fisenhower
Funeral services for Otis B Williams
Otis B Williams of Morton killed when his car hit a train near Petersburg. Services at 2 p m Tuesday at First Methodist Church in Littlefield, burial in Littlefield Cemetery. Son Kenneth, 12, was not harmed in the crash. Singleton Funeral Home of Morton in charge.
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