Eisenhower Warns Against Book Burners at Dartmouth Address
President Eisenhower urged defiance of communism through open inquiry and access to literature. He warned against concealing opposing views, pressed Americans to read broadly, and cited U.S. library ideals while reflecting on national issues and youth responsibilities. He also toured disaster areas and dedicated Theodore Roosevelt's summer home, addressing about 8,000 at Sagamore Hill and 10,000 at Dartmouth.
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French May Topple Cambodian Ruler If Exile Ends
Saigon reports France may depose King Norodom Sihanouk if he does not end his self imposed exile in Thailand and return to Cambodia. The 31 year old monarch fled to Bangkok with an entourage, transferring full power to Prime Minister Pen Nouth. French observers warn of potential uprisings and outline possible solutions including a regency or deposition of the king.
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King Fled Cambodia To Stall Revolution
Bangkok report says King Norodom Sihanouk fled Cambodia to avoid anti-French revolution. Spokesman Kreng-nill said the exile aims to win world opinion and seek a peaceful resolution with France, with a future UN appeal. He will start his campaign from Bangkok.
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Supreme Court Reverses Bridges Perjury Conviction
The Supreme Court today overturned the perjury conspiracy conviction of Harry Bridges, a prominent left wing West Coast longshore leader, altering a landmark case involving labor union leadership and legal accountability.
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Reds Hurl Biggest Attacks In Months as Truce Nears
The AP report describes a major Communist offensive near Munsan and the East-Central Front as truce talks show signs of progress. Allied relief and prisoner exchange planning proceed while U.N. and South Korean forces counterattack, with heavy air power used across a 40 mile front.
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Colby Coed Held In Death of Baby Born in Dormitory
Colby College coed Harriet Sart, 21, faces murder arraignment after the decomposed body of a baby was found in a trunk in the dormitory basement. Prosecutors say the baby was born in her single dorm room and a rawhide cord was used. Autopsy pending. Sart to be arraigned in Municipal Court.
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Ex Flyer's Innocent Plea in Knife Murder Case
Douglas P. Adams a 37 year old former U S Army Air Force major pleaded innocent in Portland municipal court to charges he murdered his wife and child with a carving knife on June 7 He was ordered held without bail for the September grand jury Adams gave himself up after visiting the United Nations building in New York He appeared nervous and a brother from Glens Falls N Y was nearby
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War Costs Highlight U S Spending On Korean War
Washington reports about 101.74 billion dollars spent by the United States in the past three years on weaponry and the Korean War with Congress granting roughly 153.58 billion in new obligational authority. The Defense Department built a force near 3.5 million, reequipped weapons across Air Force Army and Navy, and notes costs rose across a decade while questions arise about military practices.
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Summerfield to Ask Postal Rate Hike To Wipe Out Deficit
Postmaster General Summerfield seeks broad rate increases to erase a $594.25 million deficit in the Post Office Department. He and Republican congressional leaders discussed the plan with President Eisenhower at the White House. A rise in most rates is expected, including a possible 3 to 4 cent increase for first class letters, with a formal request due to Congress soon.
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Governor Nominates Grant for Superior Court Seat
In Concord the governor named Attorney George R. Grant of Dunbarton to a $12,000 seat on the Superior Court. At the regular semi monthly meeting the governor and Executive Council also nominated Harold A. Howe of Nashua for reappointment to the State Firemen's Retirement Board.
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High Court Weighs New Rosenberg Plea
The Rosenbergs Julius and Ethel face execution for atom spying as protests flood the White House. The Supreme Court prepares to rule on a stay request. fate rests on clemency or rejection, with potential delays if reviewed.
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President Seen Getting Reciprocal Trade Pact
Washington reports President Eisenhower seeks a one year extension of the Reciprocal Trade Act with broad House support expected though Democrats push to blunt a Tariff Commission expansion. Senate leaders doubt the commission bill, while House passage seems likely. The plan adds a 17 member study panel and trims or expands commission size, sparking partisan debate over independence.
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Tito and Moscow Agree To Exchange Ambassadors
Belgrade and Moscow announce mutual exchange of ambassadors for first time since 1948. Vasily Valkov named Soviet ambassador to Yugoslavia, while Tito warns this does not normalize or improve overall relations. Yugoslav and Soviet officials emphasize continued cautious ties and nonalignment stance.
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Phone Firm Said Asking New Hike
Nashua Telegraph reports a reliable source says New England Telephone and Telegraph Co will seek a rate increase from the State Public Utilities Commission to cover last year’s expenses including wage increases and plant improvements, with an amount cited as 600,000 dollars. PUC Chairman Harold K Davidson at Concord said he had not been informed of any move.
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