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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1959

Page

8

Britain opens doors to American goods under relaxed curbs

British authorities loosen import controls and raise quotas on several U S products while keeping limits on autos and some other items. Analysts note American firms face tariffs abroad and domestic competition with cheaper foreign-made goods, so the impact on U S exports may be modest despite the shift. London aims to spur trade growth but observers doubt a large export surge will follow.

Sam Dawson AP Business News Analy New York Britain Japan Europe Washington

Only One Air Force Graduate Holds Private Flying License

AiR FORCE ACADEMY Colo AP Only one member of the graduating class holds a civilian pilot's license Cadet Richard B Goetze Jr Cos Colo Conn has flown a plane Five others have piloted planes but the rest have yet to learn to fly The academy trained cadets for four years as future Air Force officers The graduate will become a navigator upon commencement Of 207 graduates 187 enter pilot training immediately and the rest enter missile or related technical training

Air Force Academy Colo Tion Richard B. Goetze Jr Cos Colo, Conn Congress Rocky Mountain Foothills Ado Springs Denver Air Force

Baby Girl Dies In Car Accident East Of Marshall

A car carrying two families and six children left the road east of Marshall after the 17 year old mother fell asleep at the wheel. Six-week-old Vickie Lawrence died while seven-week-old Susan Wilson sustained critical injuries. The crash occurred as the vehicle struck a concrete culvert and dirt embankment during a Hazel Texas to Coatopa Alabama trip.

Marshal UPI Marshall Vickie Lawrence Richard Lawrence Coatopa Ala Lawrence Louise Wilson Hazel Tex Susan Wilson C. D. Taylor

Negro Policeman is Shot To Death in Greensboro

A cab driver, Joseph D. Herring, 31, killed Greensboro police corporal Joe D. Massey, 44, after receiving a speeding ticket. Massey, one of the city’s first Negro officers, was shot six times while at a desk in a service station. Herring reportedly told police he was glad Massey was dead. The murder is described as one of Greensboro’s coldest cases.

Greensboro N.C Joseph D. Herring Joe D. Massey Herring

Miners Rescued After 40 Hour Underground Ordeal

Three miners Jake Lewis Earl Bennett and Don McClernon were trapped 90 feet underground for about 40 hours at Ken Coal Co mine in Ohio County Kentucky. A roof cave blocked their exit. Rescuers used a machine to reach them and provided air water and light. All three crawled out exhausted but safe praising the Lord and rescuers.

Jake Lewis Beaver Dam Lewis United Press International Harlan Kentucky Earl Bennett Taylorville Don McClernon Pana Ken Coal Co Ohio County Louisville

Dynamite blast levels Tennessee non-union coal mine

A non union coal mine near Clinton Tennessee was hit by six dynamite charges destroying six pieces of equipment worth an estimated 300000 dollars. Owner Paul B Ross says the mine was deserted during the blasts tied to anti union violence following earlier shootings and bombings.

Tennessee Rocks Union Clinton, Tenn UPI Ross United Mine Workers Claudia

Nixon Gains Mileage From Vice Presidency in Public Eye

Washington AP reports Richard Nixon touts travel as vice president, logging over 280000 miles since 1952 and visiting 54 countries, more than Dulles. His Moscow trip and ties to Eisenhower boost standing, while Klein joins staff to prep for 1960 campaign. Latin America trip drew sympathy despite abuse.

Washington Richard M. Nixon John Foster Dulles Nixon Dulles Eisenhower Moscow Soviet Union Nikita Khrushchev Khrushchev Herbert B. Klein San Diego Calif Klein New York Nelson Rockefeller Latin America State Department

Man Jailed After Attacks in Harris County

In Houston a 61-year-old father was jailed after two assault attempts on Sunday. He barricaded himself in a tool house behind his home and held off 15 sheriff's deputies for four hours before being disarmed. The man had attacked his daughter and another woman who tried to intervene, and his family reportedly signed temporary insanity papers.

Houston UPI Harrig County Vernon Harris Harris’ County Sheriff's Department

First Italian Tram Cars to Run in Mexico City Route

The first of several Italian made self propelled tram cars bought by Mexico's nationalized railroads is due to begin operation in June. The cars featuring a diner and bar may first run between Mexico City and San Luis Potosi, officials said.

Mexico City Mexico San Luis Potosi

Negro To Face Murder Charge In Drive In Stabbing

Memphis police said 16 year old Ernest Smith would be charged with murder after admitting he fatally stabbed 17 year old Tommy Donnell during a fight outside a drive in restaurant. Smith surrendered Saturday night. two other youths accused of involvement fled.

Memphis, Tenn Ernest Smith Tommy Donnell Smith Donnell

One Dies Seven Hurt In Crash Near Borger

A two car crash on State Highway 136 eight miles west of Borger killed 33 year old James Culberson and injured seven others. Viola Martin 53 and Joe Williams 46 were most seriously hurt withMrs Martin in critical condition and Williams serious. Gene Martin 10 Barbara Martin 9 Brenda Martin 12 were injured but in good condition. M C Martin 55 and Williams Lee Walker 35 sustained minor injuries. Police had not determined who drove the car carrying the Negroes.

Borger James Culberson Viola Martin Joe Williams Martin Gene Martin Barbara Martin Brenda Martin William Lee Walker

Three Bonham Theaters Sold by Estate in Bonham

Dallas AP reports Phil Isley Theaters bought three Bonham Texas cinemas from the Col Harry Cole estate for 150000 dollars per theater. The sale price totals 450000 dollars and marks a major regional acquisition by the firm.

Dallas Phil Isley Theaters Bonham, Tex Col Harry Cole

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