31 May 1955
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1955
Page
1
Washington AP reports the Supreme Court directing that public school segregation of White and Negro pupils be ended as soon as feasible, with timing to be adjusted to local conditions.
The week ending holiday saw a record three day road toll with 365 deaths nationwide and 155 fatalities in air crashes. The report notes motorists faced damp conditions and urges caution. It also lists notable accidents including Bill Vukovich and others, with continued concerns about segregation-related court actions and deadlines.
A series of weekend accidents across the state claimed seventeen lives. Among the victims were Alois Leifer Jr. who drowned near West Bend after being thrown from a boat each, and Stephen Ige and another boy who drowned in a rural creek. Several others were injured, with five additional auto crash victims reported in good condition.
In a Jerusalem speech Premier U Nu of Burma signaled he would try to mediate the Arab-Israeli conflict. He asserted Burma’s peace policy rests on the conviction that war only breeds further problems.
Oshkosh residents enjoyed a lake day at Menominee Park and other areas with families picnicking fishing and sunbathing. Beach facilities opened last Saturday and will run 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends, with a formal schedule starting June 11 and extending to Labor Day.
Dispatch from Formosa reports Red Chinese submarines active off northern Formosa near Mei Ling harbor. The base at Heeng Shen is noted as increasingly important in regional naval power. US Seventh Fleet and Nationalist forces monitor the area.
A major earthquake centered near Viadivostox on the eastern shore of the Soviet Union was recorded today on Caltech seismographs in Pasadena. The Pacific region seismic event prompted brief warnings as officials assessed its impact and aftershocks.
Four U S airmen freed from Chinese prisons in Canton arrived in Hong Kong and prepared for transport to Honolulu with family reunions arranged by Air Force Secretary Harold E Talbott. The group included 1st Lt Roland W Par and 1st Lt Meron, both Nebraskan, who had been prisoners since the Korean War. They will board a U S Air Force plane with stopovers en route to Hawaii where relatives await.
In Washington a government body urges backing for basic scientific research, arguing long term discoveries drive major shifts such as Einstein’s theories and nuclear development. It cites figures nearing $2.45 million in initial funds and about $2.05 billion overall for military research, urging sustained investment.
The interview notes Eisenhower addressing caution on China and Red China aims, plus urging approval of funds for polio vaccine programs. He discusses world peace, avoiding war, and the public health vaccination drive, while noting congressional response and a weekend golf break. He also mentions hopes for meeting thousands amid political duties.
A confusing report alleges Samuel Evan gelista, 18, wandered from a Frosting Hospital at 3 am. Police picked him up after he sneaked out, with unclear motives and missing appendix details.
Queen Elizabeth II in Balmoral signs a national emergency decree granting Eden powers to protect essential services as 70 000 workers strike. stevedores also strike in a second week, with authorities authorized to requisition transport and supplies.
Amman Jordan Said Mufti has succeeded Tejaw Abul Huda as prime minister. A royal decree yesterday named a new cabinet with seven ministers and six newcomers. The text gave no reason for the resignation and notes a cabinet crisis began after the prior justice minister Hazan Majali resigned three weeks ago.
Tokyo and Washington sign an agreement to sell 850 million dollars of surplus U S farm products to Japan with an additional 15 million dollars in grants.
A longtime marcher from Leominster, Ames, kept up his annual parade despite a recent note of fatigue. He says he will turn 88 next month and plans to continue as long as possible, marking 78 years of parades in succession.
An Air Force investigation began into the crash of a C47 cargo plane in the Sacramento Mountains killing seven aboard. A board of officers will inspect the scene near La Luz Peak as rescue reports say the craft burned after plunging from 9 000 feet. Victims include Maj. Edward Miller, 1st Lt. Don Fortes, 1st Lt. Robert Haegen, 1st Lt. Clyde Johnson, Tech. Sgt. Leamon Lawson, Lester Barnes Maywood, and Airman 2c Charles Deaton.
A heavy three hour army engagement in Gaza left two Israelis and one Egyptian soldier dead. Reports say Israelis and civilians were among the wounded as crossfire and shelling intensified around settlements.
A National Scout saved a passenger train by signaling an imminent danger. The scout warned crew and alerted bystanders, preventing possible damage. Local officials praised the alert action and commended the scout for swift, decisive conduct.
A garbled text piece shows classified ads and notices referencing sales of items like baby carriages and furniture. It mentions North western Wart Ad action, Jose Peroveni, and customers in Neenah who bought items after seeing ads in the Daily Northwestern. The content mixes historic editorial notes with ad lines and prices.
Vienna reports Romania has ratified the eight-nation Warsaw Pact joining the Soviet Union Poland Czechoslovakia and East Germany to form a unified communist military command. Bucharest radio announced the ratification last night.
Northwestern observations report fair conditions with a 7:30 time stamp and temperatures around 30 to 41 degrees. The note notes river Crest rises by 1 inch since Friday and provides a daily minimum 30 and 41 for the period ending Monday with no precipitation and a small month excess of .19 and year deficiency of .62.
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