Hungarian Writers Arrests Spark Refugee Crisis
Budapest reports say seven prominent Hungarian writers and journalists were arrested by the communist government as part of a crackdown on activities deemed contrary to the Hungarian People’s Republic. The arrests follow jailing of railway workers and alleged counterrevolutionary movements amid a broader crackdown on press freedom. Refugees are offered amnesty and property return, while border tensions rise with Austria and Yugoslavia.
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Hungary Executes Two Counter-Revolutionaries
Budapest radio reported two more executions of alleged counter-revolutionaries. Each man was hanged in western Hungary for killing a policeman. Nepszabadsaz printed articles warning border crossing is dangerous and that many refugees wish to return.
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Wife And Baby Safe After Second Floor Fire
A young father died in a second floor blaze in Decatur Illinois after his wife and baby escaped from a window. Judith True 20 and their six weeks old son Kevin Leon were lowered to safety by bystanders as flames engulfed a two story frame house. Vernon Leon True 21 died hours later. cause attributed to a gas buildup in the cellar. The wife and child were helped to safety by Millikin University football players. Police report the husband attempted to reach another window before perishing.
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Dirksen Reported To Be GOP Leader Candidate In Senate
Backstage Republican jockeying places Sen. Dirksen of Illinois as a leading candidate to succeed Sen. Knowland of California as Senate GOP leader. Supporters push to counter Eisenhower allies, naming Sens. Case New Jersey and Saltonstall Massachusetts among possible contenders with Saltonstall leading the conference. Dirksen attends White House briefings and opposed the President’s coalition stance in 1952.
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Navy Photographer Swearing-In Photos Spark Release Debate
In Wallencton January reports note Navy photographer swearing in pictures prompting questions about public release to publications. Hagerty opposed bans and press sought access before tomorrow. Eisenhower and the vice president were involved in the discussion as officials considered photo availability.
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