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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1957

Page

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Defense Fights For FBI Files in Clinton Case

In Andaville Tennessee Judge Taylor ordered the defense to receive the signed oral statement of Clinton school board official R G Crossno, while denying full access to FBI documents. Defense counsel argued the ruling cites a Supreme Court Jencks ruling allowing access to FBI files under certain conditions to impeach witnesses and prepare defense in the Clinton segregation trial. The tense session featured vocal objections as the defense sought broader release of FBI files related to the 16 accused individuals.

Andaville Tenn. Feder Revert L. Taylor R. G. Crossno Clinton School Board FBI Taylor Clinton Crossno FDI Robweer L. Doabs Memphis Dist John C. Crawtoredy Cent Supreme Court Jencks Tin Panl Turner Heaven John Kasper New Jersey Tennessee J. Benjamin Simicmons Washington, D.C Kasper George W. Williams Baltimore Johny Crawford U.S Dacement Cro Supreme Court Witner

Marfa Flood Lashes Town as Texas Sees Fair Weather Elsewhere

The Associated Press reports a four-foot wall of water flooded Marfa from the river bed, reaching through businesses and homes with knee-deep flow. No injuries were reported and debris covered streets. Earlier, Alpine also saw light showers as Texas forecast partly cloudy, hot weather with possible showers statewide.

Associated Press Pacestertis Davisating Marfa Pauline LaVequne Alpine Wen West Texas Alpine Corpus Texas

Thompson Quits Guard Chief After Long Service

Texas National Guard commander Thompson resigns citing age and long service. Gov. announces acceptance with gratitude and praises his war and peacetime record. Thompson will lead a final review of the 36th Division at Fort Hood, joined by Maj. Gen. K L Berry.

Dunst Adios Emery Thompson Texas National Guard Trequire North Fort Hood Danin Thompso Ier My Tong Guard Dar State of Texas Daniel Brokren K. L. Berry Berry Leon Springs

One Juror To Be Selected In Bell Trial

In Dallas the trial of Thomas Bell proceeds with jurors challenged and questioned. One juror is to be selected today as the courtroom strategy unfolds. The case involves a Denison high school girl. The proceedings include defense questions about prejudice due to the victim being white and the defendant a Black man.

Dallas Thomas Bell Neuro Denison High Jet and Ono Ghotem Festa T Tal Ganorime Mudge W.C Dowdy Menina

Clean H Bomb Is Still Goal

Washington reports that the White House declared the United States remains committed to a clean bomb, aiming to avoid radioactive fallout from atomic explosions. Press secretary James C. Hagerty read a statement insisting Eisenhower and his administration strive to minimize human destruction while pursuing strategic atomic progress.

Washington White House Khrushchev Todiy United States Essemhower Dulles James C. Unserty Rhrus Jamesican Eisenhower Elimof Ss Enit

Pakistan Head Talks With the Pakistan Head Talks With the

The report describes a second round of talks by Pakistan’s leader to stabilize the Middle East amid Communist influence. U.S. Secretary of State Dulles frames shared danger and purpose, linking the allied states despite distance.

Istern Awardy Pakistan Keved Middle East

Demoted Reds All Face Exile

London reports from a Moscow Communist correspondent that several Soviet figures face annual exile. Vyacheslav Molotov and Lazar Kaganovich are named, with Dmitri Shepley and Georgi Malenkov among those discussed as potential exiles or party actions.

London Moscow Georgi Majensiaes Vyacheslav Molaine Lazar Kazanovich Joe Own Dmitri Shepley Communist Party Lariat Lesper Moser Hed

Rights Bill Compromise Not Seen By Johnson

President Johnson faced division as lawmakers eyed possible Senate compromise on civil rights. Republican leaders and Eisenhower aides weighed amendments while senators warned any move could sidestep major objections. Debate focused on enforcing school integration and public accommodations.

Johnson Washington Lyndon B. Johnson Gentra Senate Tolinson Knns Dland California Sen Russell D-Ga Eisenhower Prit Knowland Nanager Disie Forces Ingit Clareaux Mitchell Natinadin Watt Necessa 14 Othe Seth

Supreme Court backs transfer of Girard to Japan for trial

The Supreme Court unanimously allows turning over William S. Girard to Japan under a status of forces treaty for the killing of a Japanese woman. The unsigned ruling says delivery is not prohibited by the Constitution and that executive branch decisions prevail in the absence of a constitutional dispute. The case drew four hours of arguments at a special session and involved a dispute over diplomatic agreement terms.

Washington Supreme Court U.S William S. Girard Japan Girard Executive Department Warrety Dayton M. Harrington Washington Olney Gieara Alan Sliughster United States Ofer

Mistrial Ruling Split for Fischbach and Hoffa Case

Washington court split on mistrial fate for Fischbach while Hoffa faces continued trial. Judge Barnita S. Matthews halted proceedings due to Fischbachs ill health and argued case integrity, with potential severance discussions and questions over jurisdiction in a high profile labor union leadership matter.

Washington Barnita S. Marthews Union Dames Moffa Hoffe Miami Areney Mynian Fisenbach Fischbach Daniel P. Manet Hoffa Matthews Maher Cnew Molfa Spess Lundsr Mnthas Girave America

Aid Measure Clouds House Foreign Affairs Battle

Washington reports show the House Rules Committee delaying action on Bow’s aid bill to allow trial diplomacy and possible withdrawal of U S forces as a central fight over foreign military bases. Chairman Gordon of the Foreign Affairs Committee argues the bill should move to a vote, while Rep Vorys cites procedural delays and Eisenhower flags the issue as vital to U S security.

Washington House Rules Committee Gordon House Foreign Affairs Commtee Ren Bow Ronoy Vorys R-Oriov House Rerely Eisenhower America Nicepy William Girard

Ike's Remark Sparks Broad Debate After Conference

The incident at a press conference draws sharp reactions as officials and analysts discuss the comment and its political implications. Critics label the remark puerile while supporters frame it as a routine attack on a rival administration.

Hollister Quits As ICA Director

Hollister resigns from the ICA directorship amid internal misgivings. The move follows a period of tension within the organization as leadership duties shift and replacements are considered.

Hollister ICA

Store Owner Is Killed In Error In Houston

Houston report says George Wheeler, a liquor store owner, was shot and killed while leaving his store to investigate a disturbance. Police charged 24 year old Robert Smith with murder as investigators described Wheeler’s death as the result of a confrontation near the store.

Houston George Wheeler Robert Smith

CAP Hopes Gas Pay Is Coming

CAP Hopes gas pay is coming as Aldine and Teela discuss relief measures. Citizens await statements from local officials on relief efforts and funding sources amid rising fuel costs.

CAP

Fair Trial For Girard Pledged

Fragmentary report indicates a judge and court officials discuss fairness in the trial of Girard. The record mentions a pledge of a fair process and concerns over conduct, with references to potential appeals or proceedings and unnamed parties involved.

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