Added 1 Way Streets Urged by City Officials
City officials urged major additions to one way streets at a City Hall workshop led by Police Chief Harry A. Guenther and Public Works Director Ivar Van Akkeren. Proposals include a Washington Algoma and High Waugoo couplet to ease congestion and boost pedestrian safety, plus a Hazel Street Oak Street pair and a Commerce Market short couplet.
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New Nation Celestia Plans Stamps and Coins
James T. Mangam, who claimed space on all out er space, announced plans to issue Celestia stamps and coins. He said the first celestial gold coins will feature his daughter Ruth Marie, whom he calls the pleasantest person in the universe.
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Senate poised to take up Alaska statehood bill
The Alaska statehood bill cleared the House 208 to 166 and moves to the Senate led by Lyndon B. Johnson. Eastland vows to block action with a competing Supreme Court review bill while Murray pushes floor action without delay. Knowland sees enough votes to pass Alaska and Hawaii measures if both move this session.
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D-Miss
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Supreme Court
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D-Mont
Insular Affairs Committee
Democratic Policy Committee
William F. Knowland
California
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Jobless Aid Extension Okayed by Congress and President
Congress clears a bill to allow the federal government to advance funds to states for an optional extension of unemployment benefits by up to one half the current duration. Senator Kennedy’s bid to require a 16 week extension fails 57 to 27. Wisconsin Governor Vernon Thomson plans a special legislative session pending Eisenhower approval. The bill sets a nationwide framework but lets states choose participation and benefit length within federal guidelines.
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Afl-Cio
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Pat McNamara
D- Mich
John F. Kennedy
D-Mass
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Vernon Thomson
Wisconsin
Congress
Thomson
Cuban Rebels Slain in Clashes Report
In Oriente province Havana says the army killed 31 rebels in clashes with Fidel Castro’s guerrillas. The communique notes 13 insurgents died Tuesday afternoon near a Bayamo estate in the Sierra Maestra foothills. Government casualties were not disclosed.
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Warning Against Added Aid Reductions
The Senate faces a battle over foreign aid cuts as Sen. H Alexander Smith warns against restraining President Eisenhower amid anti American sentiment in Latin America, Lebanon and Algeria. The draft bill runs $235 million below Eisenhower’s request, allows aid to Communist controlled states except the Soviet Union Red China and North Korea if in the national interest. An amendment to strip that authority is expected to be debated as voting begins next Wednesday.
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Fire Levels Monroe Firm in Big Dowtown Blaze
A pre dawn fire of undetermined origin destroyed most of Bruni-Miller Construction Supply Co in Monroe Wisconsin. Damage was estimated between 50000 and 100000 dollars. Mrs Bruni collapsed at the scene and was hospitalized. Two firemen were overcome by smoke as paint containers exploded. Firemen saved an adjacent mill workshop and kept the blaze from spreading to a nearby residence. The eight year old cement block building measuring 50 by 100 feet was southeast of the downtown square.
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Brownstown
Oshkosh Observes Memorial Day Rites and Parade
Oshkosh residents and Americans nationwide honor fallen service members Friday Memorial Day. Ceremonies begin at 8 o'clock at Riverside Park for at sea casualties, with Rev. Edwin Becker leading an honor guard and firing squad. A citywide parade at 9 a.m. features Oshkosh units bands and civic groups, led by parade marshal Lt Col Warren J Bartels and American Legion post chief Frank Luedeke.
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Warren J. Bartels
Frank Luedeke
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Oshkosh High
Guards Mustered Out At Little Rock School
The last 412 Arkansas National Guardsmen federalized for integration duty at Central High School will be mustered out today at Camp Robinson near Little Rock. About a fourth have signed up for the regular Army and qualify for an $1,800 reenlistment bonus. the rest of the contingent will return to Arkansas homes.
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Big Week for Ronald Haddock in Norris City Tl Upd
A blessed week for Ronald Haddock aged 18 in Norris City Tl Upd begins with the birth of his baby daughter to his wife Sandra on Monday and continues with the presentation of his high school graduation diploma by the principal on Wednesday.
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Oshkosh Daily Northwestern Friday holiday publication note
The Oshkosh Daily Northwestern announces it will publish on Memorial Day as a weekly schedule, going to press before noon for local state and national news. Readers are asked to submit sports social or other items by 8 30 a m for Friday edition, with Saturday edition also going to press shortly before noon.
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President Will Pay Tribute To U S War Dead
President Eisenhower sends a wreath to the Altar of the Nation at Cathedral of the Pines on Memorial Day to honor all American war dead. Rear Adm. Cornelius A. Brinkmann will read the tribute with tributes from governors and AFL-CIO. A separate note speaks of unknown soldiers and jets marking World War II and Korea burials.
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Afl-Cio
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No Alternative To De Gaulle Warning Sparks French Turmoil
Paris AP Coty warned the National Assembly that France was on the brink of civil war unless Gen Charles de Gaulle is called to power He said he would resign and name Andre Le Troquer as successor if the Assembly rejects De Gaulle The assembly adjourned amid a tumultuous scene with Communists opposing De Gaulle.
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France
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le Troquer
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Jules Moch
U S Airmen Released By Red Germany
Three U S airmen Ernest Mynes David Bernhardt and Lyle Burke were handed back to American officials after eight days in Communist East Germany They crossed the border near Hof on May 1 2 were flown to Wiesbaden and questioned Awaiting the investigation outcome to determine charges All three in good physical condition
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Garretts Bend
W.va
David Bernhardt
de Soto
Lyle Burke
Watertown
S.D
Hof
Berlin
Eisenhower Defends Defense Bill Sparks Surprise Critique
Washington reports shock among House military experts as President Eisenhower sharply opposes the defense reorganization bill drafted with the Armed Services Committee. The White House statement suggesting a reversal contrasts with a May 16 unanimous committee vote and an earlier letter approving the measure. Rep. Melvin Price faulted White House advisers for the unexpected shift.
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Hisenhower
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Motorists To Fill Highways Over Weekend
CHICAGO AP Millions of motorists gas up for the first long weekend of 1958 as Memorial Day signals summer travel. Rates at motels rise and shops clear winter stock. Gates open for Friday to Sunday drives with heavy traffic. NSC forecasts 350 deaths, about 50 more than usual.
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