Nine U S Army men freed from East Germany
Nine U S Army personnel were released after six weeks in Communist East Germany and reunited with their families in Frankfurt. The Red Cross and East German Red Cross arranged the handover, with East German officials claiming the release acknowledged their regime. The men, in good health, were met with cautious optimism amid ongoing political tensions.
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John Fiehn
Frankfurt
Germany
East Germany
American
Red Cross
Iraq breaks with Jordan announced after coup
Iraq’s revolutionary regime says it ends Baghdad's union with Jordan amid a military coup. Hussein proclaims himself chief, vows to avenge the monarchy, and warns Western powers while rebels promise safe passage for opponents who wish to leave the revolt. Saleh Mahdi, a rebel diplomat, says he informed the State Department.
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Windmill Theft Scrambles Property Evidence Stun
A reported theft at a local site left a complete windmill missing along with crucial components. Investigators seek guidance about missing elements and any related tire tracks to establish the sequence of events.
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Want To Be Friendly Iraq Party Leader Says
Fayek Samiral, leader of Iraq's Lstiqlal Samiral, described by an Iraqi air force pilot as a possible civilian prime minister after the military government steps down. He says he has no post in the new Damascus proclaimed government and has not been in Iraq since 1941. He backs a united Arab world but doubts joining Egypt and Syria in the near future. He claims rebel leaders did not want King Faisal dead but acted to save themselves.
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Syria
Fayek Samiral
Iraq
Lstiqlal
King Hossein Seeks US Aid Against Regional Threats
In Amman King Hossein says he expects military assistance from the United States though he cautions no troop commitments are yet made. He accuses Egypt and Syria of backing international communism and signals a readiness to welcome support.
Nickel Superstore Seeks Change for Tight Budget
A quirky shopper crowd sources a solution to stretch pennies as prices rise. The note hints at a tiny coin purchase habit turning into a bigger plan to weather scarce days. Local readers spot the playful tip for saving.
Mission Is Peace Ike Tells Troops In Lebanon
President Eisenhower told U S forces in Lebanon they are on a mission of peace and that the United States has no hostile intent toward any people anywhere. He cautioned against being drawn into immediate danger and urged restraint in any action.
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Eisenhower
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Lebanon
United States
Khrushchev’s Surprise Bid Faces Cold UN Reception
At the United Nations Khrushchev floated a quick Middle East summit but was met with a cool response. The move aimed to ease tensions and remove threats from Lebanon, but officials gave it cautious consideration.
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Middle East
Peaceful Talks Stir Hope in Congress on Middle East Crisis
Lawmakers consider direct engagement with Iraq as a possible path toward settlement. Senator Mansfield notes UN action may be necessary while Saleh Mahdi signals Iraq will evacuate 1 964 Americans if needed. Dulles warns against intervention in revolutions believed indigenous. Sparkman doubts US two thirds vote for Lebanon invasion and council action.
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D-Mont
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Saleh Mahdi
Ween
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Mahdi
Mansfield
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D-Ala
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Lebanon
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Soviet Union
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Karl Mandi
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Ohioan Dies Attempting To Escape
A 60 year old Ohio man, James Albert Williams of Cincinnati, died at Cay Jail in Stuttgart Arkansas after an escape attempt on Saturday. Williams was held on an unspecified connection, and the incident left authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.
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Ark
APA
Ohio
Cay
James Albert Wiliams
Ciepoceee
See No Reserves Call Plan For U S Military
The Pentagon said Saturday it does not plan to call up any reserves amid questions about moving U S military forces into the Middle East. A briefing officer provided the reply to newsmen outlining the administration’s stance.
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Pentagon
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Khrushchev Pushes Five Power Summit On Middle East
Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev urged a five power summit by next Tuesday to halt Middle East buildup. He proposed Geneva or Washington as sites and invited leaders of the United States United Kingdom France and India with Dag Hammarskjold to attend. The plan seeks an immediate standstill as U S troops stand in Lebanon and forces position in Jordan Cyprus and Turkey.
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India
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Dag ‘Hammarskjold
Washington
Geneva
United States Eyes Summit on Middle East Crisis
The United States indicated it would consider Premier Khrouchtchev's proposal for an immediate Middle East summit but urged Soviet cooperation for a United Nations backed solution. Secretary Dulles and Prime Minister Lied held talks at the British Embassy with plans to extend discussions, while Washington emphasized careful handling through diplomatic channels.
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Washington
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Russia
Middle East
United Nations
U.S
State Department
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Eisenhower
Selwyn Liegd
Tur
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Liepd
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London
Boat Swept Over Dam Drowns Columbusite Near Y Bridge
A Columbus man, Loren Onic Mearengum Gam, drowned when a boat drifted over the Y Bridge dam at Zanesville. A witness said Doty lost an oar while fishing and attempted a recovery, the craft capsizing and the occupant missing.
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Glance Inside Bombing Technique Takes Drastic Change
Middletown men in the Ohio Air National Guard prepare for two weeks of August drill. A new bombing technique focused on protecting pilot and plane will be the core study. Page 23 also features Irene Barr recounting two fishermen who were lost during an overland trek to a Canadian lake and burned their log bed before dawn.
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