Refugees in Austria Face U S Withdrawal Looming Crisis
Gloom spreads among 31 000 Hungarian refugees in Austria as reports say the United States will stop accepting them after next week. Austrian camp officials monitor for crises as many feel betrayed by America. An embassy notice hints the refugee program may end soon with over 32 000 displaced heading to the United States by week’s end.
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Senator Case Demands Full Explanation on Hungarian Refugees
Senator Clifford Case demands a full explanation from administration officials after reports the United States may end the Hungarian refugee intake. A State Department spokesman said no decision yet, while the Vienna embassy signaled an end to the program may be near.
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Refugee quotas and protests strain Eisenhower policy
The article reports 6,400 refugees admitted under quota with others released as parolees by a State Department spokesman amid an emergency refugee program. Washington officials dispute over continuing or halting the program, while camp residents express despair as some Hungarian refugees weep over America’s limits. An Austrian camp official notes refugees urging relocation to Canada or Australia and recounts feelings of betrayal by the United States.
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Diver Tells Of Death In Chamber At Long Beach
Long Beach California diver William Biller spent 30 hours in a decompression chamber with the body of Eldon Smith after Smith died from severe bends. Biller, 33, San Pedro, recalled Smith fighting to live while his own breathing and heartbeat faded as pressure returned to normal.
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Automation to bring shorter work week higher pay says Reuther
UAW President Walter Reuther told 3,200 delegates at Atlantic City that automation makes possible a shorter week with higher take home pay. He aims to push a two year contracts cap and priority for a shorter week in 1958 negotiations with GM Ford and Chrysler, seeking a substantial wage rise from the current $2.34 hourly average.
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Nixon urges U S give Africa aid and priority in policy
President Eisenhower is urged to raise U S focus on Africa amid a Kremlin campaign described as a vast economic and propaganda push. Nixon warns communist rivals are targeting Africa's 200 million people with top officials in diplomacy and subversion as he reviews his 22 day African tour and endorses current aid policies with calls for better efficiency and staffing.
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Auto Kills Child Near Sparta in Ohio
Six year old Ernest Nelson Smith died after being struck by a car on Ohio 656 southwest of Sparta Saturday authorities said. The incident occurred near hisMount Gilead home as he was near the roadway.
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Contests and Displays Dominate Youth Activities
Readers are shown a range of school and youth contests with displays and awards. Bill Veith photographs entries in the North Butler County Science Award display with winners to be named this afternoon. A Jody Terney series features grade school pupil displays on Page 37.
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Senators Press Inquiry on US Commitments to Britain
Senators Hubert Humphrey and Adlai Douglas urged a congressional probe into any US commitments to cover British defense cuts. They warn Britain’s reduced armed forces could force the US to expand its own forces or risk uncontrolled brush-fire wars. Gore echoed the concern as Britain plans deep cuts and reliance on nuclear arms.
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Woman Seeks Child Tenure Not Therapist
A witty observation contrasts past and present as a woman now queries her landlord about possible family plans rather than consulting a physician. The quip highlights shifting norms in where personal decisions are discussed.
Labor Union Shift Under Study In Senate Racketeering Probe
Senate investigators review a case where members of a local union were shifted to a new local but the pension fund was not moved. McClellan reports a flood of letters from coast to coast describing fear of retaliation and alleging self perpetuating officials. Reports note patterns of misappropriation claims paired with racketeering ties and pension and hospitalization benefit eligibility disputes across multiple locals.
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Alaska Girl Crowned Cherry Blossom Festival Queen
Jean Marie Lee 19 of Fairbanks was crowned queen of the 30th Cherry Blossom Festival at the Tidal Basin. Gen Alfred M. Gruenther, Red Cross president, placed a crown valued at 400 000 dollars on her head as cherry blossoms framed the chilly ceremony.
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Summerfield Faces Suit Over Mail Cut Plan
Postmaster General Summerfield warned of a court fight if Congress does not provide 47 million dollars to avoid sweeping mail cuts. A trade group pledged to seek a restraining order to block embargo of third class mail as Summerfield planned Saturdays off and reduced service starting April 13. The dispute centers on legality and impact on economy and workers.
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Snowstorm Hits Michigan and Western Plains Daily Weather Roundup
Michigan faced a heavy snowstorm with four to six inches of wet snow and winds up to 50 mph. Power lines fell from Ludington to Houghton. Western storms dumped up to 13 inches in Wyoming and four in Nebraska while Colorado and Wyoming issued storm warnings. Floods and isolation persisted in Colorado and the Midwest saw improving skies as rivers neared flood stages.
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Flood Woes Rise Across Ohio For Six Days Of Rain
High water from six days of rain forced WPKO in Waverly off air as the Scioto River threatened transmitter equipment. The river rose to 23.5 feet at Piketon area and 21.6 feet at Chillicothe with a crest forecast near 25 feet. Numerous roads including U S 23 and state routes were submerged and detours set up across multiple counties.
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UN Official Warns Middle East Still Dangerous
UN undersecretary Ralph Bunche said the Middle East remains dangerous but not hopeless during a Rome stopover en route to New York after talks with Egyptian leaders. He noted UNEF of 6000 troops will not be expanded for now and praised Egyptian cooperation in Cairo. Shipping news included a 16000 ton US tanker reaching Eilat with crude oil bound for Beersheba, via the pipeline. canal actions by the Hague and assurances from Britain and the US to avoid the Suez Canal until the situation clarifies. In regional moves, Lebanon backed the Eisenhower Doctrine with a 30 to 1 vote. six deputies resigned in protest. Iraqi Premier Nuri Said met US ambassador Waldemar Gallman to discuss economic aid needs under the plan.
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