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Pasadena Star News

Location

Pasadena, California, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1956

Page

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Police Flight to Bishop in Scott Search

Sheriff's Sgt Ward Hallinan and Police Lt Arthur Hertel flew to Bishop to verify a report that L Ewing Scott caused a three day motel stay after posting bail. The 59 year old failed to appear in court for forgery and grand theft charges tied to his missing wife Evelyn Throsby Scott.

Bishop Scott Los Angeles CNS Ward Hallinan Arthur G. Hertel L. Ewing Scott Sheriff's Aero Squadron Sierra Whiteman Pacoima Superior Court Evelyn Throsby Scott John Preku Eugene W. Biscailoz Robert Scott San Diego Preku

Slayer Arraigned on Wife Slaying Charge

Ed ward W. Blan, 33, confessed wife slayer, was arraigned before Municipal Judge Frank Parent in Inglewood on the murder of Mrs. June Blan, 37. He was remanded to county jail to await a preliminary hearing Thursday before Judge Lester O. Luce. a public defender will be appointed.

Inglewood CNS Edward W. Blan Frank Parent June Blan Blan Lester O. Luce

Baseball Today Projections for National and American Leagues

Major league games feature pitchers Nuxhall Bailey Gomez McCall Ridzik Westrum for Cincinnati New York and Milwaukee Brooklyn Chicago Philadelphia St Louis Pittsburgh. American League matchups include Ford Howard Wilson and Detriot Boston Cleveland Baltimore Chicago Washington Kansas City with listed pitchers and venues.

Cincinnati New York Nuxhall Bailey Gomez McCall Ridzik Westrum Milwaukee Brooklyn Buhl Erskine Chicago Philadelphia Hacker Haddix St. Louis Fittsburgh Wehmeter Law Coscesces Ees Ford Howard Larry Wilson Boston Cleveland Porterfield Wynn Baltimore Wight Harshman Washington Kansas City Stewart Herrtage

Cigarette Smoke Largely Harmless to Healthy Breathing

At the National Tuberculosis Association annual meeting researchers from Tufts University School of Medicine reported that smoking does not hinder breathing in healthy individuals and may improve some aspects of pulmonary ventilation. In contrast, smokers with heart or lung disease showed breathing mechanics impairment, though the effect was temporary.

New York National Tuberculosis Association Tufts University School of Medicine Boston Ernst O. Attinger Maurice S. Segal

Probers Attack Petrillo Power in AFM Dictatorship Claims

Los Angeles hearings of a House subcommittee into the American Federation of Musicians focus on James C. Petrillo alleged to wield dictatorial control over the union. Rep. James Roosevelt says Petrillo can rewrite the constitution at will, undermining democracy within the AFM. Bandleader Bob Crosby and Cecil F Read criticize Petrillo and urge congressional steps to curb his absolute authority.

AFM James C. Petrillo James Roosevelt Dcalif House Labor and Education Committee Petrillo Roosevelt Bob Crosby Los Angeles Local 47 Cecil F. Read Hollywood

Nazareth Arab Elders Oppose Air Raid Shelters

Government sources report Nazareth Arab elders object to building air raid shelters. They believe the town where Jesus spent his boyhood would be spared in a war, while shelters are being built in nearly all other Israeli towns.

Jerusalem Nazareth Jesus Israel

Anita Ekberg Weds Actor Anthony Steel in Florence

In Florence, film star Anita Ekberg and British actor Anthony Steel wed after a mayor balked at a ceremony in the city council chamber. They spent three hours finding a venue as rain fell and endured a last night spat before the wedding finally took place.

Florence Italy Anita Ekberg Anthony Steel

Two Die in Fiery Plane Crash Over England

Two U S Air Force F84 fighters collided over eastern England killing one pilot and injuring two others. The flaming wreckage hit a house in Bawdsey killing an 80 year old man and injuring another resident. The second pilot survived after bailing out.

Ipswich England Twoen Bawdsey

President Eisenhower to Hold News Conference Tomorrow

Washington reports President Eisenhower will hold a news conference tomorrow morning to answer questions from reporters. The event outlines the administration’s current priorities and policy notes.

Washington Eisenhower

Ex Cohen Gang figure held on extortion charge

Dominic P Brooklier, 42, long linked to the Mickey Cohen gang, was jailed in South Gate on suspicion of extortion. Investigators say he demanded 200000 dollars from Santo Tedesco, cement plant operator at 4988 Firestone Blvd. Brooklier identified as James R Regency of the Cohen era. He had been missing for six years before resurfacing.

South Gate CNS Mickey Cohen Dominic P. Brooklier Holly Way Buena Park Santo Tedesco Firestone Blvd Brooklier James R. Regency Cohen

Jury to Probe Back Shooting in Canoga Park

Los Angeles county grand jury to investigate the May 1 shooting of Patrick M. Bauer by officer Jack R. Tugwell. Three phase probe set to start May 31, examining assault with a deadly weapon, conspiracy to file a false report, and possible planting of a marijuana cigarette in Bauer’s car.

Los Angeles CNS van Nuys Patrick M. Bauer Jack R. Tugwell Ernest Roll Tugwell Bauer Canoga Park

Two Senate Groups Probe Interservice Feud Over Missiles

Washington reports two Senate subcommittees will probe interservice rivalry over missiles and air power despite Defense Secretary Wilson saying the feud is exaggerated. Senators Symington and Chavez announce hearings on Army Navy and Air Force positions and missions with focus on Nike versus Talos missiles. Military leaders caution against renewed feud while testifying before a Senate panel in Washington.

Senate Wilson Congressional Arthur W. Radford Joint Chiefs of Staff Stuart Symington D-Mo Armed Services Subcommittee On Air Power Army Navy Air Force Symington Dennis Chavez D-N. M Washington Pentagon John S. Upham

Swamp traps two gunmen after small town bank raid

In Peshtigo Wisconsin federal authorities prepared charges against two Chicago youths who wounded a woman teller in a town bank robbery. They fled into a swamp known as The Jungle on Green Bay shore and surrendered after a posse of about 100 men cornered them. Albert J. Vito, 21, and Harold Vaughn, 17, faced arrest. Vito’s brother Frank Jr. had been killed in a 1953 bank holdup attempt in Missouri.

Peshtigo Wis Big City Chicago Peshtigo National Bank Green Bay Albert J. Vito Marriner Kohlman Frank Vito, Jr St. Louis Harold Vaughn

State investigation planned into Los Angeles justice administration

Los Angeles County District Attorney S Ernest Roll and Police Chief William Parker welcomed a state attorney general inquiry into the administration of justice after a flare up over prosecutions. Attorney General Edmund G Brown plans the probe citing disputes between officials and improper case referrals. Roll welcomed the move and pledged cooperation in the survey.

Los Angeles Atty Ernest Roll William Parker Edmund G Pat Brown Administration of Justice Los Angeles County Roll Parker

Jamestown Hunt for Kidnaper Intensifies Near Boomertown

Jamestown New York police pursue armed escaped convict James Carter 32 a Rochester auto thief and three time loser who kidnapped two detectives stole their car and killed his fellow suspect John Dedrick 23 of Corning near Boomertown after a seven mile pursuit. Police use over 200 officers to search homes and brush as frightened residents stay inside.

Jamestown N.Y Anarmed Here James Carter Rochester John Dedrick Corning Boomertown

Senate creates new Lumbee Indian tribe in North Carolina

The Senate voted unanimously to recognize about 4000 people in and near Robeson County as the Lumbee Indians. The group claims descent from early English settlers and coastal Indians.

Senate Washington Robeson County N.C

Kaiser Workers Hurt In Slag Pit Explosion

An explosion in a Kaiser steel mill slag pit injured three employees and started several small fires at Kaiser in Fontana. Treated for non serious injuries at Kaiser Foundation Hospital were Clifford Lucas Pomona Robert Whallon San Bernardino and Warren Wyatt Ontario.

Fontana Kaiser Steel Kaiser Foundation Clifford Lucas Pomona Robert Whallon San Bernardino Warren Wyatt Ontario

Billion Dollar Foreign Aid Cut Backed By House Panel

The House Foreign Affairs Committee approved a $1 billion cut in Eisenhower’s foreign aid program, focusing on the $3 billion military aid fund. In separate actions, Congress moved to raise postal rates, push a new farm bill, and increase fuel and vehicle taxes to fund a highway program.

Washington House Foreign Affairs Committee Eisenhower United Press Congress House Post Office Committee Senate House Senate Finance Committee

Lions Devour 40 Persons in Uganda District

In Ankole district authorities report 40 people eaten by lions in recent incidents. A government game department official said the colony will hire a white hunter to exterminate the man-eaters.

Kampala Uganda Ankole Game Department

Johnsons Gain on the Smiths in New Directory

The new central telephone directory issued yesterday lists 4,656 Smiths, 12 more than last year, while the Johnsons total 3,870 entries, up 138 since the 1955 issue. Other top names include Williams 3,144 Browns 3,024 Millers 2,744 Joneses 2,697 Whites 1,440 and Greens 1,194, with Ricardo Zzyzz at the end.

Los Angeles Johnsons Smiths Central Telephone Williams Familis Browns Millers Joneses Whites Ricardo Zzyzz

Bill Passed Washington Authorizes Osteopathic Officers

The Senate yesterday approved legislation allowing osteopaths to be commissioned in the Medical Corps of the Armed Services. The measure broadens medical officer eligibility and aligns osteopathic practice with other medical professions in the military.

Washington Senate Medical Corps of the Armed Services

Minnie Mangum Embezzler Convicted for Million-Dollar Theft

In Norfolk Virginia Minnie Mangum, 52, pleaded guilty to stealing 1 082 868 dollars from the Commonwealth Building and Loan Assn over 22 years. The embezzlement followed hiring a young clerk who questioned her accounting and aided auditors in uncovering a nearly three million dollar shortfall.

Norfolk Minnie Mangum Commonwealth Building and Loan Assn Miss Minnie Robert G. Cannon Naval Cannon Waukegan Commonwealth

Grand Jury Reopens Trash Quiz Probe in Los Angeles

The County Grand Jury reconvened today to examine allegations related to a waste management quiz investigation in Los Angeles. Officials cited ongoing inquiries and possible disciplinary actions as part of the probe.

Los Angeles CNL

County adds no-strike clause to seven trash contracts

Los Angeles officials insert a strike condition into seven county garbage contracts up for renewal in June. Contractors who refuse to cross picket lines to collect refuse risk reduced terms or loss of future work.

Los Angeles CNL Board of Supervisors

Prosecution Hinting at Perjury in Rubbish Probe

Deputy District Attorney Fred M. Henderson said the jury may stay through Friday to finish its probe of rubbish collection practices. He noted 14 witnesses testified today and predicted indictments for perjury against at least four who testified last fall before a state assembly committee. The hearing involved Teamsters Union members and a rubbish collector denying boycott tactics to fix prices in the multi million dollar business. The City Board of Public Works rejected private firms for residential pickup and urged a $3 363 905 municipal expansion.

Fred M. Henderson Henderson State Assembly Los Angeles Teamsters Union City Board of Public Works

James Roosevelt Denies Engagement Reports

James Roosevelt denies announcing an engagement to Gladys Irene Owens and refutes reports to the contrary while in Los Angeles for House Small Business Committee hearings. He says all claims of an engagement are in error and declines further comment.

Los Angeles James Roosevelt D-Calif Gladys Irene Owens Washington Roosevelt House Small Business Committee

Injunction Bans Inglewood Candidate From Claiming Party Support

Superior Judge Eugene P. Fay issued an injunction against Charles E. Chapel prohibiting him from claiming organized Democratic support for his campaign. The order follows disclosure that the 46th District Democratic Club listed by Chapel as a supporter had only one member. The Democratic State Central Committee sought the injunction.

Inglewood Charles E. Chapel Eugene P. Fay Chapel 46Th District Democratic Club Democratic State Central Committee

Five Dollar Reward for Fatal Crash Tale in Hartford

Mrs. Evelyn Verizzi collected five dollars yesterday amid a fatal auto accident scene in Hartford. The city offers a bounty for foxes, with payment regardless of method used.

Hartford Conn Evelyn Verizzi

Weather outlook for May 2 with clouds and sun

Low clouds tonight and Wednesday morning give way to sun by Wednesday afternoon. May 2 forecasts show a high around 80 and a low near 56. Page A6 includes sports and TV radio sections.

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