Stevenson wins California for Democratic nomination bid
Adlai E. Stevenson swept California with about 62 percent of the vote to clinch the Democratic convention votes and threaten Estes Kefauver. Richard Richards and Sen Kuchel lead in the Senate race, Richards ahead by 95 votes in California where he is a Los Angeles state senator vying for the Democratic nomination.
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Pasadena area school tax boosts pass by wide margins
Unofficial returns from 355 precincts show Proposition D, raising high school tax rates, 38 754 yes to 11 137 no. Proposition E for elementary schools passes 36 528 yes to 11 742 no at yesterday primary related special election.
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New Russ Rulers Still on Old Track Ike Says
President Eisenhower argues that Soviet rulers continue dictatorial methods and have not altered policies since Stalin’s era. He notes Tito’s reception in Moscow and warns concessions may encourage other satellites. He also urges steady foreign aid funding and mentions Tito policy reevaluation and Dul les’ Ames address. He avoids meddling in the Wisconsin primary.
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Precinct Door Forced Open in Ramona Gardens
Police forced entry at Ramona Gardens precinct in Los Angeles after the chief inspector arrived with the wrong key, forcing workers to yank the door off its hinges to begin voting.
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Baseball Today American League and National League summaries
Baseball scores and matchups from the American and National Leagues are listed with game notes. Key games include Kansas City at New York, Boston at Cleveland, Chicago at Washington, and Baltimore hosting Cleveland. National League features Pittsburgh, New York at St. Louis, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and Chicago matchups with various pitchers noted.
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Mother and Daughter Die as Jet Crashes Into Car
A Minneapolis accident left Thelma R. Usher 38 and her 5 year old Rita dead when an Air Force Scorpion fighter loaded with rockets failed on takeoff and struck their car. Clair Usher survived in shock. Helga Anderson was hospitalized in critical condition. Allen 7 escaped injury. Captain Donald H. Hamilton piloted the jet which crashed through beacons and fences, then into the car. foam saved a larger blast.
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Gas Stove Blast Injures Tenant in 34-Unit LA Building
A gas stove explosion at 630 S Alvarado, Los Angeles, seriously burned a 42 year old tenant in a 34 unit apartment building. Robert Espey suffered second and third degree burns on arms hands face and head and was taken to Georgia Street Receiving Hospital.
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Octogenarian Collapses, Dies Voting at Huntington Park Polls
Rufus W. Barry, 80, collapsed and died of a heart attack at the polls yesterday in Huntington Park after he had voted. Election officials reported his ballot was counted at the same polling place.
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Tito visits Moscow reactor in historic Yugoslav outreach
Marshall Tito of Yugoslavia toured Russia's atomic power station in Moscow today, signaling a rare high level exchange between Yugoslavia and the Soviet Union amid Cold War tensions.
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California victory pushes Stevenson toward Democratic renomination
California results show Adlai Stevenson edging toward the Democratic nomination with delegates and a strong showing in both parties. Kept by Samuel Yorty in California’s primaries, while Eisenhower leads Republican contest. new York pro Stevenson delegates add to momentum as other states report results.
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Hiram Bingham Dies After Varied Career
Hiram Bingham, 80, former Republican senator from Connecticut, died today. A scholar, explorer, author, aviator, politician and businessman, he later chaired the Truman loyalty review board in 1951 at age 75. He served nine years as U S senator during the Coolidge and Hoover administrations and previously was Connecticut governor and lieutenant governor.
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Orange County Elects First Democrat Hanna
Richard T. Hanna a 42 year old Westminster attorney won the unexpired term for the 75th district by about a 2 to 1 margin. He becomes Orange County’s first Democratic office holder in history and plans to serve on assigned committees despite no sessions during the remainder of the term.
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Trustees Take Scott Home in Los Angeles
The $75000 Bel Air home of Mrs Evelyn Throsby Scott has been taken over by estate trustees after her disappearance. L Ewing Scott, her husband indicted for forgery and grand theft in the $600000 estate, has been missing since May 1. Police trace a W W Scott at a Yosemite lodge and seek Mariposa County help. Bond forfeiture and an intensive western search follow. Bank trustees replace lawyers and appoint a caretaker.
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Bowron Returns as Bowron Bowron Leads Bowron Bowron
Los Angeles voters approve water and airport finance measures. Proposition W for Colorado River aqueduct expansion gains strong support across five counties. City bond issue of 60 million dollars for airport expansion approved. Supervisors Hahn and Chace win. Roll re elected. Bowron leads in Superior Court race but falls short of majority.
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Bowron
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Marchetti
Joseph Call
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Metropolitan Water District
Sobieski Couple Lead California Delegations in Democratic Races
John Sobieski a San Marino attorney led Rep. Pat Hillings by about a 3 to 2 margin in the Democratic contest for Congress as Hillings cross filed on the Democratic side. Marylyn Sobieski led in the Assembly race in the 53rd district against Montivel Burke while Burke led on the Republican side.
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Soviet Jet Car Reaches 186 MPH Hands Soviet Claim
Soviet engineers built an experimental pure jet automobile capable of speeds up to 186 miles per hour, according to Pioneer Pravda. The article notes the vehicle is not intended for immediate mass production.
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Little Joe Receives Diploma After Long Journey to American Life
Jose Rodriguez Toscanoto, known as Little Joe, graduates tonight at Fairfax Adult High School in Los Angeles. A 19-year-old Mexican national, he emigrated from Mexico City in 1949 hitchhiking years earlier, faced immigration detention, and earned his eighth grade diploma from St Turibius sisters while jailed. He now plans legal study and a future in law, hoping to become a contributing American citizen.
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Dorn and Jessup head to runoff in Fifth District election
In the eastern Fifth Supervisorial District Mayor Warren Dorn trounced Roger Jessup, ensuring a runoff in November. Dorn led in Pasadena and Altadena with 37,540 votes to Jessup's 8,102, while western precincts showed Jessup leading but short of a majority. Dorn cited smog enforcement aims as a key issue and thanked supporters. Jessup pledged a different story in the runoff.
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Weather Briefing and Classifieds Snapshot
Low clouds persist tonight and tomorrow morning then sun breaks in afternoon. June weather outlook includes small chance of showers with high near 16 and low around 51. Page includes automotive report, crossword puzzle, theaters, editorial, financial, TV radio listings, and society notes with vital statistics and world news sections.
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