Crippled Pan American plane lands at Argentia after alarm
An inflatable Pan American flight with 450 aboard suffered engine trouble near Newfoundland 23 miles southeast of the island. Captain Robert Postlewaite reported a failing right inboard engine then steered through a four hour, harrowing delay. The aircraft descended from 17609 to 6000 feet before a safe return to Argentia.
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Quier Space TV Show Debuts Amid Odd Descriptions
An unclear clipping describes a television show from Quier Space with fragmented phrases about a cavernous setup and aluminum ball. The text is partially legible, with a note that the continuation appears on Page 9.
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Lebanese Forces Clash Deepens Beirut Political Standoff
Rebels and government forces clash as the conflict escalates in Beirut's Basta district. Rebels threaten to boycott next week’s vote to force resignation while a stalled parliament faces possible quorum issues.
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Beirut
Lebanon
Texans Battle Over Ballots Across Party Lines
Texans head to the polling stations in a major biennial political showdown as Republicans and Democrats clash over the ballot. Both parties push for influence at county conventions and statewide races, including a contested senate seat.
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Dallas
Reluctant stance on Addie summit voiced by Fulbright and Cooper
Fulbright urges caution toward the proposed Addie summit calling it unlikely to succeed. Sen. John Sherman Cooper also weighs in in a separate interview, commenting on the conference proposal and its prospects.
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Fulbright
Senate Foreign News
John Sherman Cooper
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Farm Bill Passes Senate in Narrow Vote
The Senate approved a limited farm bill 62 to 11 after three days of debate. Supporters hailed a victory for farm families and sound principles, hoping the House will pass quickly without crippling amendments. Senator Allen Ellender preserved limits on corn and feed grains while granting Benson broader authority to adjust federal support and controls.
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House
Benson
Allen J. Ellender
D-Le
Senate Agriculture Committee
UN Aid Plan Aims to Speed Major Projects in Poor Areas
A proposed UN conference resolution calls for a faster, better coordinated plan to fund and execute major projects in poorer regions. It emphasizes bold action, streamlined processes, and collaboration with international agencies to reduce delays.
Smoot Takes Command in Formosa naval post
Vice Adm. Roland N. Smoot arrives to assume top navy command in Formosa. Adm. Austin K. Doyle retires after 42 years of service in the U.S. Navy, having served as deputy chief of naval operations for administration.
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Roland N. Smom
Austin K. Doyle
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Satellite Explorer Fourth May Reach Orbit If Successful
A Jupiter C rocket launched a 38.43 pound Explorer satellite with space radiation instruments aimed at Earth orbit. If successful, it would mark America s heaviest satellite yet and follow three prior orbital successes. Separately a Thor missile exploded mid flight over the Atlantic after launch, breaking into two pieces and tumbling into the sea.
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Latin American Luz Zuloaga Crowned Miss Universe 1959
Luz Mariana Zuloaga, 19, from Manizales Colombia, won Miss Universe 1959 in Long Beach. Peru’s Gladys Zender, the prior titleholder, attended. runner ups included Miss Brazil Adalgisa Colombo and Miss Hawaii Geri Hoo.
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Sick Stomach Is Downfall in Cincinnati Burglaries
In Cincinnati AP report, Robert Fite, 25, blamed a nervous stomach for his jail time after being questioned in two burglaries with Charlies Reece, 30. Evidence at Kruener's Inc indicated one thief fell ill, and Fite later insisted he was not sick, claiming Reece was. Lt. Ernest Taylor mocked the claim as Fite denied illness.
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Well Is Death Trap
A back yard well became a deadly hazard when two year old John Bush fell in after a wooden cover was removed. His mother Mrs. Guy Bush heard his scream but could not pull him out before he drowned.
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John Bush
Guy Bush
Richard Quine Divorce Suit Filed in California
Mrs Richard Quine granddaughter of silent star Francis sues in Santa Monica California seeking divorce on grounds of extreme cruelty. The case names Richard Quine as the defendant with the filing reported by the Associated Press.
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Calif
Richard Quine
Francis
Congress adjournment may hinge on housing and welfare fights
Washington AP by 8 L Livingstone reports the House faces a clash over a multi billion dollar housing bill and social welfare measures. Democratic Leader predicts possible adjournment by August 9 if floor votes proceed, but opposition in Rules Committee and resistance to a broad public works loan program threaten timing.
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House
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McCormack
House Rules Committee
Peggy Lee Hospitalized With Virus Infection
In Hollywood AP reports Peggy Lee is seriously ill with a virus infection that affects the glands and blood. Dr. Richard T. Barton commented on the condition and overwork contributing to her illness.
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Lee
Richard T. Barton
Today's Chuckle He is psyche ceramic crackpot joke
A brief joke line features a play on words with psyche and ceramic. The punchline redefines a crackpot as a clever pun about a fragile, mind related ceramic item.
Eisenhower Warns Khrushchev in U.N. Summit Fight
President Eisenhower has warned Soviet Premier Khrushchev he faces a stiff fight at a U.N. summit if he pursues Middle East aggression against the United States. The warning marks a sharp stance ahead of upcoming discussions in Washington.
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Dulles Seeks Talks in Europe and Middle East
Secretary of State Dulles flies to Bonn for a five hour stop to meet West German leaders before heading to London for a Baghdad Pact meeting. The visit aims to discuss the Middle East crisis and German assets seized during World War I, amid mixed domestic reactions. President Eisenhower signals cautious moves toward a summit with Khrushchev, pending council talks and invited nations.
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Navy Closes Death Probe on Admiral
In San Francisco the Navy ends its closed hearings into the death at sea of Rear Admiral Quiggle. A brother says the family is not convinced it was suicide and relatives urge full inquiry. Findings will be released later in Washington as the widow Ana Griffin is expected to meet officials.
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Giant of Film Industry Dies at Beverly Hills Residence
Warner brothers pioneer of sound in cinema dies at 76 in Beverly Hills. The family came to the United States in 1887 from Poland and built Warner Bros from a small New Castle theater to a major studio. Harry managed business and production before a financial syndicate acquisition.
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