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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1959
Page
1
Alexander Urevitch Kaznacheev, a defector from Rangoon, says he will reveal the Soviet spy network in Burma. He describes embassy staff as primarily spies and details the Strygaine incident after a meeting at the Soviet Embassy.
Karnacheev said Strygaine knew much about the Soviet Embassy spy network but could not reveal details for obvious reasons. He appeared at a news conference in a white shirt and striped tie, speaking confidently in English after being introduced by Arthur W. Hummel Jr. He said he sought protection of the American Embassy as the free world battles communism. He noted Soviet and other Communist bloc missions conduct espionage worldwide and that names of Burmese involved would be submitted to authorities, though he would not disclose them.
Actress Dorothy Malone announced via cable that she and actor Jacques Bergerac will marry in Hong Kong on Sunday. The note was sent to friends and film contacts confirming the wedding plan.
Senate Labor Management Committee investigates Teamsters officials over a gun smuggling plot to arm foes of Cuban leader Fidel Castro. Kennedy says a key female figure is involved but will not name witnesses ahead of hearings. Hoffa’s role is disputed as border patrol actions reportedly thwart a plan to arm Batista.
Covington Louisiana AP Gov Earl Long still furious over hospital treatment implies more officials may be fired. In 24 hours of freedom he ousted three office holders after leaving the state mental hospital and dismissing hospital leaders. He planned a return to Covington and insisted his farm at Winnfield remains central to his life.
In Spoleto Italy Louis Armstrong recovers from pneumonia and plans a Rome move and New York birthday return. Lucille Armstrong vetoes a heavy meal while Satchmo enjoys roast chicken and spaghetti. Dr Schiff expects improvement and possible concert return in weeks.
Eight youths from five homes join a new Middletown model airplane club granted a circle at Smith Farm to fly and test their hobby. The brief notes the club’s setup and invites readers to pages 25 and 28 for related power and labor stories.
State patrol reports a southbound car collided with a northbound vehicle as David Reels attempted to pass a truck. Mrs. Kathleen Rees, 22, and her eight month old daughter Cindy died. Susie Parker, 62, and several others were injured. The wreck blocked U.S. 25 for hours and funerals were arranged for the victims.
Investigators initially stated three people were killed in the wreckage as Middletown Hospital echoed the figure. Hospital officials later released the victims' names after confirming the fatalities.
A humorous domestic quip unfolds as a wife chides her sick husband over unfinished payments. She jokes that nothing in the household is paid for including the car, washing machine, house, and TV. The tone stays light despite the financial jab.
In Pinar del Rio Cuba military headquarters halted the firing of Alfred Louis a British subject accused of passing information to Fidel Castro s government during the revolution The British consul reportedly sought clemency for Louis who was condemned to die by firing squad
Secretary of Defense Neil H. McElroy said the Atlas ICBM will be delayed at least two months before combat readiness. He added that the Soviets may face similar difficulties and that the Air Force has suspended testing after five recent unsuccessful Atlas firings.
MILAN Italy AP A terrible thunderstorm was blamed Saturday night as almost certain to be responsible for the fiery crash of a TWA airliner All 68 aboard perished. Italian inquiry head Gen Dulio Fanali said storm likely caused the disaster though certainty eludes investigators. An American TWA official questioned lightning or storm as probable causes. The Constellation went down 15 miles north of Milan on a Rome Athens Chicago route with 59 passengers and 9 crew burnt beyond ID. Twenty eight victims were American.
Queen Elizabeth II, delayed by fog, unveils an aluminum arch and a granite plaque at the St Lawrence power project on the border near Massena New York. She later visits Cornwall Ontario and tours the Seaway with President Eisenhower. The royal yacht Britannia missed its接 key arrival.
In Decatur Indiana two Ohio children died when their car struck the rear of a stopped truck at a railroad crossing on US 27. Shellia Cable 13 of Cincinnati and Harold Lewis 10 of Dayton were killed. Driver Lester Cable 33 of Dayton and others were treated and released at Adams County Hospital. The truck driver was unharmed.
Soviet First Deputy Premier Frol Kozlov arrives for a 20 day U S visit with Washington pressing a firm stance on West Berlin. Eisenhower, Herter and Nixon will host meetings and a White House encounter is possible. Kozlov tours New York Philadelphia and Washington before a 10 day tour of five cities.
United Steelworkers President David J. McDonald agreed to a two week extension of contract terms to July 14 after President Eisenhower proposed continued bargaining to avoid a nationwide steel strike. Talks with industry head R. Conrad Cooper will proceed to press for wage and pension gains amid the stalled negotiations.
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