Democrats Back Plan To Increase Personal Tax Exemption
In Washington Democrats rally behind a new tax relief plan proposed by Sen. George of Georgia to raise the personal exemption from 600 to 800 this year and to 1,000 next year. The proposal, aimed at easing recession and aiding large families, would widen the deficit but senators expect broad support.</s>
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Dulles Proclaims Diplomatic Victory in Berlin Talks
Secretary of State Dulles arrives from Berlin saying the Big Four accord grants seating for Russia and Red China at the Geneva peace conference opening April 26. He faces congressional grilling, radio and TV address, and stresses the conference does not exonerate Russia nor recognize Red China while pursuing steps toward ending Korea and Indochina conflicts.
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Crystal Cave May Be World’s Longest Cave
Spelunkers in Crystal Cave Kentucky declare the underground chamber an immense entity potentially longer than Mammoth Cave. National Speleological Society explorers return after a week inside and report endless leads, with entrances four miles apart in Mammoth Cave National Park.
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Seven Die In Blaze At Home For Aged Hartford Michigan
Seven patients four women and three men died when a fast moving fire tore through a convalescent home in Hartford Michigan two story frame building destroyed in about 30 minutes. Five victims were bed ridden and three other patients were rescued and treated for burns.
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Louise Bishop
Benton Harbor
Mary Collins
Watervliet Hospital
Jennie Schuister
Chris Bender
Katherine
Clark Shimer
Bessie Costakis
Middletown High beats rivals in 11,864 crowd clash
At Cincinnati Garden Middletown High School defeats its rival 481-75 before a record 11,864 fans. Coach Paul Walker smiles alongside Bob Kramer as Charley Watkins, benched late by fouls, beams awaiting teammates.
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Ike Working On 24 Bills
President Eisenhower arrived in Palm Springs for vacation and began a morning session at Smoke Tree Ranch to sign 24 bills sent from Washington. White House spokesman James Hagerty noted one or two could face a veto, but none are major measures. He planned another round of golf after the signings.
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Molotov departs Berlin for Moscow after dawn
Soviet Foreign Minister V. M. Molotov left Berlin by plane for Moscow soon after dawn. He was accompanied by top aides from his Berlin Big Four conference staff, signaling the conclusion of negotiations and the return of senior officials to Moscow.
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Horrors Of Brain Washing Revealed In Schwable Case
Washington AP report describes Marine Lt Col Frank H Schwable questioned in a court of inquiry over a false germ warfare confession, with fellow prisoners detailing his deteriorating condition in captivity. Witnesses recount his emaciation, jittery demeanor, and signs of intense pressure during interrogation.
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Bricker for President Club Forms in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles Bricker for President Club forms, calling itself independent Republicans and Jeffersonian Democrats. Dr. Wesley Swift of Lancaster chairs, linked to Gerald L K. Smith’s Christian Nationalist party. The group says Bricker has not been approached and will not be influenced by foreign interests, and it will push Bricker’s nomination through GOP machinery.
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Turkey And Pakistan To Collaborate
Turkey and Pakistan agreed to study methods to strengthen mutual security in defense economics and culture. The U S State Department welcomed the accord as a constructive step toward bolstering the free world’s defenses. With Turkey in NATO the move is seen as a cautious step toward a broader collective defense in the Middle and Asia, with Iraq and Iran possible follow-up members.
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ROKS Accused Tokyo Patrol Boat Seized by Korean Coast Guard
The Japanese Foreign Office charged that a Japanese patrol boat was fired upon and seized by a South Korean Coast Guard vessel amid rising tensions between Tokyo and Seoul. The dispute centers on maritime patrol duties and potential violations of sovereign waters.
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Warren Hit By Marxist Charge Row Hovers Over Nomination
A Senate subcommittee released 10 unevaluated charges against Chief Justice Earl Warren amid protests and renewed calls for a favorable vote. The panel read a staff summary, noting no truth checks, as critics termed the session a shocking event. President Eisenhower’s nomination awaits full Senate action.
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Control Over Union Funds Eludes Beck
MIAMI BEACH AP report says Dave Beck failed to gain more power at the AFL Teamsters winter meeting as lesser leaders blocked his move. In St Louis two AFL Teamster officials jailed for contempt of court were freed after submitting the union finances to a federal grand jury.
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Sinking earth swallows Canadian plant buildings
Sections of the Canadian Industries Ltd plant sank at least 22 feet with little warning, swallowing two large structures. A warehouse vanished into muddy water while a pump building settled to its roof, equipment valued at over 19000 dollars lost. No injuries reported as 500 workers were evacuated.
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Spy Talks Confession Ties Gate to Hiss Case
The Chicago Tribune reports a Soviet espionage ring member confessed to Sen. McCarthy in Albany. The former spy described his link to underground networks involving Alger Hiss and Whitaker Chambers during the late 1930s Washington operation.
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Weather woes sweep Midwest with dust, snow, and outages
The forecast calls for cloudy windy and colder conditions in the Miami Valley with showers ending tonight. A broad midsection shows a patchwork sky from dark brown to white while Western Kansas endures a blizzard and zero visibility. Eight inches fell near Langg Scott City as roads and power lines failed and 16 Kansas towns lost communications.
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Bacardi Rum Heir Rescued in Swift Army Action
Santiago reports a swift army rescue ends the Facundo Bacardi kidnap plot. An eight year old heir was seized for 50 000 dollars but escaped unharmed as Guil lermo Rodriguez and Manuel Echevarria were captured or killed. Army Lt. Luis Gamboa led the operation after a ground and air search spotted the pair with the boy.
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Vatican Denies Pope's Health Deterioration
Vatican officials denied rumors that Pope Pius XII's condition has worsened and said his strength remains a concern. They stressed ongoing prayer and vigilance as health updates continue to be provided.
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