Buffer zone set as OAS aims to curb Central American border clashes
The Organization of American States established an 18 5 mile by 64 mile buffer along the Costa Rica Nicaragua frontier after clashes near La Cruz and Santa Rosa. Air and ground patrols will curb rebel and government movements as fighting slows with rebels massing reinforcements for a likely last stand.
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Wisconsin Weather Report Forecasts Light Snow Near Central Regions
The forecast notes mostly cloudy skies with occasional snow in central and north areas and light snow or freezing drizzle in the extreme south, beginning late tonight. Warmer tonight and Friday north, with lows 15 to 22 and highs 25 to 30 north, 30 to 35 south. Winds become southeasterly 20 to 25 mph Friday.
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Nationalists Blast Red Shipping In Second Day Attacks
Nationalist fighter bombers launched a second day of heavy strikes against Communist shipping along a 300 mile South China coast from Amoy Swatow to Ta Chen Islands. The Edendale was sunk in Swatow harbor with all crew reported safe, and the Techsil da was heavily damaged in fall attacks. The raids aimed to block Communist reinforcements to Yikiangshan and other Tarchen group points as Yu Ta Wei and U.S. Ambassador Rankin discussed defense matters.
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Bridgeport Man Killed When Auto Overturns on Highway 18
Bridgeport Wisconsin William ONeill, 43, of Bridgeport, was killed late Wednesday when his automobile left Highway 18 east of town, overturned twice, and he was thrown from the car as it traveled about 230 feet. Investigating officers noted Grant County authorities were involved in the response.
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Wealthy Texas Wife Dies in Bombing While Visiting Mother
Mrs. Harry E. Weaver 52, wife of prominent architect and geologist, is killed as she leaves for a local hospital to visit her ailing mother. A Houston businessman questioned in connection with the case is escorted with his two children by Texas Rangers to his home, while authorities keep details confidential.
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Newsman Seized by Rebels Lucky to Live
United Press photographer John Abney recounts his capture by rebel forces in Costa Rica and his near death escape in Nicaragua. He describes meeting rebel commander Teodoro Picado and notes the dangerous 2 pm confrontation with a government patrol along the Inter-American Highway.
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Soldier Dies As Bullets Hit Plane Near Truce Line
Near the Korean armistice area an American plane carrying five soldiers was hit by bullets. One soldier was killed and a lieutenant colonel wounded, with three others unharmed. The plane landed safely at a strip near Chipo ri. The exact location and fire source were not known, but the strike occurred northeast of Uijongbu near the demilitarized zone.
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Russ Free U S Soldier Released After Six Years
Berlin reports indicate Private William Verdine of Sta la was freed by Soviet authorities after six years in captivity including a long term in Kuta prison camp. Verdine, listed as missing by the Army, had served with the 11th Armored Cavalry at Coburn in West Germany near the zone border. He is the third American freed from Vorkuta this month, following John Novie of Detroit and Pvt. William Marchuk of Norristown, Pa.
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Wisconsin Legislature Enters Brief Calm Amid Slow Start
The Wisconsin Legislature enters a lull in the second week of the regular session as committees stall and no major bills are under review. Senate and Assembly leaders expect skeleton sessions with limited activity while rosters and chairmen are finalized.
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Eisenhower sees modest tax cut possible in 1956
President Eisenhower outlined in a 1956 economic report to Congress that while continued strong economic growth and autos spending could reduce the need for tax reductions, a tax cut remains a possibility. He warned against overemphasizing reactive policy and said government will monitor the stock market with gradual brakes if needed. The 203 page document includes 33 recommendations, with new items: raise antitrust penalties and broaden unemployment compensation.
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Jap Train Derailed Off Bridge Kills Three
An electric train with 30 passengers plunged from a bridge over the vu River in Tokyo. National balance headquarters reported three dead and 47 injured, eight seriously. Police said a boulder loosened from a mountain slid onto the tracks, causing the derailment.
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Convicts Refuse Surrender Pleas in Mass State Prison
In Boston a group of four convicts refused to surrender as tensions rise at a Massachusetts State Prison. Churchmen and relatives attempted persuasion but the prisoners remained determined to fight for freedom. Catholic chaplain Father Edward T Hartegan noted continued resolve among inmates and possible talks to address their grievances.
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Air Mishaps Claim Three Lives In Series Of Crashes
Air incidents worldwide leave at least three dead as crashes force landings and search and rescue continue. A Boeing B 29 bomber crash at a U. S. air base killed three crew members while a Pacific rescue effort sought a missing Pan American Airways plane. Separately Wisconsin reports clear highways after snow and ice.
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Kohler Denies Favoring Single Judge Candidate
Gov Kohler declares he wrote letters of recommendation but did not endorse any federal judge candidate for eastern Wisconsin. He calls a Milwaukee Journal report false and says he did not intercede with the White House for Charles Ashley or others. He notes letters mentioning Ashley Treabedee Chace and Curtis did not indicate preference among qualified candidates.
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Bare British Move to Halt Formosa Fight
Britain discussed with the United States seeking UN help for a ceasefire between the Chinese Communists and Nationalists. A Foreign Office spokesman said no decision was made and that talks covered multiple options to end fighting in the Formosa area. Britain conferred with New Zealand and added the Tad States on the proposal as part of UN discussions.
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Admiral Pride says US 7th Fleet can defend Formosa
In Hong Kong Vice Admiral Aden Pride stated the US 7th Fleet could defend Formosa if China attacked. He warned expansion of the communist perimeter is serious but avoided setting firm lines, noting Soviet ships in the Far East and a potential MIG-15 allied defense.
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