Des Moines River Flood Forces Massive Prep in Ottumwa
In Ottumwa Iowa the Des Moines river rose at about a half foot per hour with flood stage at 9 feet and a projected crest near 20 to 20.5 feet by tomorrow noon. Thousands of sandbags, supplies, and evacuations pressed as Eddyville and Tracy faced record heights and Red Cross teams reported 7,000 to 10,000 homeless in Des Moines region.
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Stench Bomb Thrown at Jerusalem Cafe Ignites Alarm
In Jerusalem on June 14 a stench bomb thrown into the Europa Cafe on Zion Square caused a general alarm after patrons fled, fear of an explosion prompting police to sound sirens. orthodox Jews reportedly carried out the act for Sabbath violations.
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Atomic energy talks set at northeast junior college
A two session community conference on the uses and future of atomic power will be held at Northeast Junior College next Friday under Louisiana State University sponsorship. Oak Ridge scientists Dr. Richard D. Present Dr. Ellison H. Taylor and Dr. Stephen A. Caldwell will discuss social and global implications, with films Atomic Power and One World or None.
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How to spot a bad film says Hollywood critic Bob Thomas
In Movieland Bob Thomas argues bad pictures result from weak writing and unfinished scripts. poor direction. and flawed acting. He notes producers push star power over solid scripts and that directors can salvage good work but many accept weak material. He cites Capra and Bogart as examples of misused talent.
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Woman Injured in Auto Truck Collision at Louisville and North Fifth
A collision at the Louisville and North Fifth intersection left one woman slightly injured and two others unhurt. O. L. Hammond of West Monroe was treated for minor bruises at St. Francis Sanitarium before returning home. Police say the eastbound pickup driven by Robert Washington struck the northbound auto driven by O. L. Hammond.
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Sleeper found in labor bill threatens press freedom
Senator O Mahoney said a Taft Hartley clause would bar newspapers and news services from commenting on political campaigns and block coverage of conventions. He warned the provision could prohibit corporations and unions from publishing political content and impose penalties up to 5000 dollars for firms and 1000 dollars or a year in prison for officers. The drafters allegedly used vague language leading to unintended victims.
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