Mideast Crisis Splits Allied Ranks Over Suez Involvement
U S and Russia voted together against Britain and France in the U N as Britain and France faced pressure over Eden and Mollet. Officials warn the Middle East crisis could disrupt oil pipelines and Suez shipping, risking Arab unity against Western powers. Eisenhower appeals for negotiation and restraint while U S policy aims to prevent a broader war near the canal.
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Lausche Defends Ohio Progress at Jackson Day Dinner
Ohio Governor Frank J. Lausche urged that Ohio is strong and growing, detailing taxes, labor, schools, and highway spending while criticizing critics. He touted Ohio as a growing industrial center and called for cautious support of Adlai Stevenson if he becomes president, amid a large Democratic gathering in Manchester Hotel.
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Weather forecast and city temperatures for Middletown
The official forecast called for mostly fair and cool conditions with a high of 65. Middletown's high Tuesday reached 75 by 3 30 p.m. and the low this morning was not stated.
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British bombers hit military targets in Egypt
London Defence Ministry said tonight British bombers were at this moment bombarding military targets in Egypt. A 6:49 p.m. statement said an Allied air offensive was targeting Egypt with air and sea maneuvers in the Suez Canal area under a joint British French command. The commander in chief was not identified, presumed to be a Briton.
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Nixon Sees United Front in Liberation of Satellite Nations
In a mid day rally, Vice President Nixon urged support for freeing satellite states as he noted the Iron Curtain buckling in Poland and Hungary. He contrasted Eisenhower's consistent stance with Stevenson’s criticisms and prepared a swing through the New York area.
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Chuckle on fishing as a line joke
A wry quip notes that fishing is a jerk at one end of a line waiting for a jerk at the other. The joke toys with the patience and mischief of fisherfolk, playfully casting anglers as the targets of their own sport.
Britain and France Bomb Suez Canal Zone
British and French air and naval bombing opened in the Suez Canal zone after a joint ultimatum demanding Egypt and Israel halt hostilities. Paris and London announced the action, with paratroopers already deployed on Cyprus, as fighting escalated across Sinai, Port Said, Ismailia, and surrounding areas. Israel and Egypt reported aircraft losses and ship actions, including the Egyptian frigate Ibrahim Awal sunk after engine trouble during an attack by Israeli forces. Britain pressed for protection of Middle East interests, seeking to keep the canal open temporarily despite U.S. objections.
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Vetos by Britain and France halt UN action on Suez crisis
Britain and France vetoed two UN Security Council measures, blocking action over the Israeli Egyptian fighting as troops move toward the Suez Canal. The vetoes strained ties with the United States and highlighted the council's weakened prestige amid years of Soviet vetoes. Egypt refused to accept a ceasefire proposal as Israel agreed, prompting further council debate on the crisis and potential measures to stop fighting.
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Elvis Looks Rivalry Ends at Romeo High School
Romeo Michigan AP report notes 52 male students at Romeo Community High School trimmed hair and shaved after a schoolwide edict. Superintendent T C Filppula cited unshorn appearance and defiant attitude as reasons for the order. Two local barbers offered free trims to those unable to pay.
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Eisenhower to speak on Suez crisis on nationwide TV
President Eisenhower will address the nation on the Suez crisis in a 15 minute television talk beginning at 7 p.m. EST. Hagerty says the speech will cover the pledge of U.S. Britain and France to work together for peace in the Middle East and discuss troop placement in Egypt. The White House has dispatched messages to Eden and Mollet about refraining from force as the U.N. calls for a cease fire.
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Red Tanks Leave City To Rebels
Soviet tanks retreated from Budapest amid leaflets from Hungarian air lanes and threats of bombing. AVH dissolution sparked mass hunts as Cardinal Mindszenty returned to the capital to a tumultuous welcome. Rebels fought early in the streets and toppled Soviet symbols while working to expunge signs of Soviet control.
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