Eisenhower Cuts Georgia Trip to Focus on Israeli Crisis
President Eisenhower will return to Washington today to tackle the Middle East stalemate and press for Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip and Gulf of Aqaba. He will convene with Secretary of State Dulles on return, and meet lawmakers for a fuller view of U.S. proposals ahead of UN debate.
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Backers Rally For Pool Bill In Senate Fight
In Austin, backers push for a bill to insure a Democratic win in Texas specials. Rep Joe Pool of Dallas seeks open Senate debate after an 18 to 22 vote failure. Hazlewood plans another vote attempt Wednesday to switch three of 13 opposed ballots and loom toward a party majority.
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Dulles Refuses Questions On Aqaba Suez Israel
Secretary of State Dulles said American ships would pass through the Gulf of Aqaba without Egyptian interference if Israel engages in innocent passage. He avoided committing to war or sanctions and noted no assurance from Egypt on ending the blockade of Israeli shipping. He also discussed recognizing Red China, tightening trade controls, and Dominican Republic documents on Gerald Murphy's disappearance.
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Jury Considers Fate Of Mentez
TEVINGSTON Tex UP The murder trial of Ronald Mentez accused of fatally shooting Texas ARM senior Jan Broderick went to the jury in district court at 1:18 p.m. and began deliberations after retiring at 9 30 a.m. today The trial is Mente rs second for murder after a hung jury last June Mente testified in his own defense claiming self defense in a December 1955 incident near Hempstead He was held before District Judge Ernest Coker.
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Weather report hints at afternoon rain in Abilene area
Fragmentary weather bulletin notes a change in trea ture cues and a potential rain event. Forecaster mentions Abilene and a midweek window, with a late afternoon update and temperatures around fifty two degrees.
House Aim To Curb Spending Is Tested
Washington Republicans face a key test as the House Appropriations Committee recommends cutting 58 million dollars from the Post Office budget for the new fiscal year, part of a 3.8 billion package. The reduction, opposed by some members, could force service cuts or Saturday mail suspensions if not restored. The Treasury budget was also trimmed, while debate continued on overall spending priorities for 1959.
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Aids Asked Despite Rain A Texas drought relief stay urged
Agriculture Commissioner John White told Secretary Benson drought relief for Texas must continue despite recent rain. He warned rainfall remains well below normal and subsoil moisture at an all time low, and aid will be needed for many months. White also notified State Agricultural Stabilization Commissioner Ruthers that relief may be ending but farmers will still need support. The note stressed conditions could shift but not end drought emergencies this term.
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Indicted man linked to government purchase of funeral stockpile
An indicted man linked to alleged government purchases of funerals surfaced in Dallas. The Senate restored the appropriation amid narcotics probes as a mayoral issue, with a House committee guiding testimony. Clarence Me sad labeled the move unnecessary as a 200 capsule bill faced final terms.
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Suez Row Casts Slight Shadow On Royal Visit
Lisbon reports a strained royal progress as Queen Elizabeth’s portu gue tour coincides with a Suez dispute. Diplomats note frayed ties between Britain and Egypt while crowds greet the Queen amid formal ceremonies and chatter about politics and place.
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Woman Dies in Route Crash Near Gladewater
Marie Thornton, 38, was killed yesterday when her car skidded on a stick highway and she was thrown from the vehicle. Her husband and three children survive.
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Atom Shelter Program Ready Way to Build Public Shelters
A House subcommittee on civil defense signaled readiness to urge a multi billion dollar federal outlay to build public shelters against atomic attack. Led by Rep. Chet Holifield the panel wound up hearings as Civil Defense chief Val Peterson backed a national shelter program and said he would accept the White House decision. The committee indicated support for mandatory shelters with federal control and plans for group shelters in target areas.
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Basin Receives More Rainfall Across Permian Basin Areas
Rain soaked the Permian Basin with a mild cold front pushing into Texas. Odessa and surrounding regions reported several tenths to inches of rain, boosting four day totals to about two and a half inches in drought areas. Forecasters warned of continued light rain with cooler temperatures and a possible return to a normal rain cycle, though drought not yet broken.
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Governor Tests His Influence on Texas Appointments
Gov Price Daniel sent a brief message to the Senate asking to withdraw six Shivers era appointments to higher education boards. Senators varied in reaction with some signaling opposition and others seeking legal footing. the move targets three University of Texas regents and three Texas A&M directors amid a broader confirmation dispute.
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Small Boys Caught With Car After 100 Mile Chase
Two youths aged 12 and 13 led police on a 100 mile per hour chase in Stanton Texas after attempting to steal a car and gas. The stolen vehicle struck another car during the pursuit before stopping. One boy fled across a field and was captured, the other remained on the car as officers closed in. The bus and car were traced to Lubbock.
Sol Mayer 8 Dies in Dallas Funeral Set
Sol Mayer prominent West Texas financier and former president of Security State Bank Pecos dies after a stroke in Dallas. Survivors include widow, five children and seven grandchildren. Funeral at Lamar South Funeral Home with cremation following. Mayer was native of San Antonio and long active in Tom Green County library support.
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Shot To Death Drives Case Into Local Room Mystery
A man identified as Jark Leverspabn ML rengineer with Geeta of One Refinme Co was found dead in a bedroom of a residence in August. Police reported the scene and noted a dressing area disturbance, initiating a homicide investigation.
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Khrushchev Denies Soviet Policy Tied to One Man
In Moscow Khrushchev insisted last week’s Soviet foreign minister change does not alter policy. He praised the former minister Shepilov, now replaced by Andrei Gromyko, and pledged policy continuity while hosting Bulgarian officials at a Kremlin reception.
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Fugitive Youth Held At Border
A 17 year old youth identified as James Offord Parks was detained near the Mexico border in San Diego. Police say he is wanted in Texas for the murder of Luther E. Parks and his wife Banks. a 22 caliber pistol was used. The Texas Department of Public Safety issued a nationwide alert as Parks, driving a 1954 white Ford with his collie, fled last night after an alleged attempt to cross into Mexico.
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