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Newspaper
Morris Daily Herald
Location
Morris, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1957
Page
2
Ike told the first NATO heads of government meeting in its eight year that the United States and allies are ready to join Russia in a push to bring threats under rational control. He warned the forces arrayed against them are formidable but not irresistible and urged using alliance strength to sustain peace and freedom.
Climax Colorado hosts the largest molybdenum mine, producing about seventy percent of global supply. The metal strengthens steel and plays a critical role in industrial production.
NEA survey of top holiday sellers in New York stores shows clothes as the biggest gift, followed by wrist watches and photographic gear. Other popular items include electric shavers, transistor radios, portable TVs, tools, luggage, records and hi fi gear, plus sports equipment. Countess Mara offers tie guidance by three man types A B and C to match the right tie to each personality.
A water bill at the Kappa Delta house on the University of Oklahoma campus drew attention when it reached 15 million dollars far exceeding the usual charges. University officials say the error will be corrected and the bill adjusted.
Pinar del Rio Cuban tobacco plantation owners anticipate a record 113 million pounds for 1957 surpassing the 98 million pound quota. Most of the crop is cigar leaf. Guards patrol fields day and night to guard against arson by rebels aligned with Fidel Castro, who urges burning tobacco and sugarcane fields but has limited success.
Authorities report 952 bodies recovered from the west Iran quake wreckage in Kermanshah as rescue continues. A second quake hit at least 17 villages, with fatalities still unconfirmed. A City Hall error fixed an overcharged bill, reducing charges by more than 15 million dollars.
Illinois officials initiate restoration of Pierre Menard House near Chester, with $47,500 budget to fully restore and furnish it for display. Preservation of Shawneetown’s first bank also underway at about $30,000, while a Cairo river confluence park plan is debated by the Conservation Department advisory board.
Bangkok results show the anti Communist Democrat party led by former Premier Khuang Aphai Yong winning 11 of 12 Bangkok votes defeating the leftists. The landslide reshapes political power in the capital and signals a major setback for leftist movements in Thailand.
First returns from Sundays elections show the Democrats ahead of their nearest opponents four to one as 140 parliamentary seats await final tallies. The ruling military junta also must fill 123 other seats after ousting Premier Pibulsonggram and ordering new elections.
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