21 Jun 1957
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Times
Location
Portsmouth, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1957
Page
1
A massive tornado struck Fargo North Dakota killing 10 and causing widespread destruction. Emergency crews battle flames and collapse, residents survey ruined streets and neighborhoods, while officials warn of continuing severe weather and possible aftershocks.
Kenyon & Co. of Seigioville was the apparent low bidder for a Clinton County Air Force Base sewer project. U S Army Engineers Huntington District opened bids for a sanitary sewer system with three alternates: 115.90 for a base only line, 97 567 if Wilmington participates, and 116 7 if a large pipe with city participation is used. Army engineers are tabulating bids.
An American archaeologist Charles A. Muses, 38, was detained at Cairo Airport after customs accused him of attempting to export four bags of antiquities. US Consul Roeder noted the case hinges on intent and cited Egypt’s law that antiquities are state property with possible two to three year prison penalties for smuggling.
Summer began officially at 11 21 this morning with generally seasonable weather for the Portsmouth area. A reading of BC at the city waterworks ushered in the first day and the forecast promises continued pleasant weather for at least another day with warmer, more humid conditions tonight and Saturday and a low around 58 to 65.
Fragmentary copy notes chaotic spring season with deaths floods and storms. Mentions King Amenis and a ruler Amu in the 13th Dynasty, about 20 century BCE, 102 degree heat before Christ. Portsmouth reference appears amid unclear dates and events.
Oscar D. Shortridge, 32, of Portsmouth area, lost his left arm and leg below the knee when he tried to hop a Chesapeake & Ohio freight train under the South High Street viaduct. Don ald Patrick, 26, also from Portsmouth, bet him a dollar he could not. Shortridge is in critical condition at a Columbus hospital with possible internal injuries and severe shock after being dragged about 14 feet by the slow-moving train. Patrick was treated for shock and released.
A giant tornado like funnel cloud struck Fargo North Dakota on Thursday night, killing six children in one family the Gerald Munson brood and injuring at least 85 others. Louis Ann Munson two died of injuries, victims ranged from 11 to 12, the mother hospitalized. Three adults perished, two men and a woman, with two adopted children missing. Names identified included Don Titgen twenty six and Mrs Max Kankelwilz about fifty six. The wrecked home aide in how many. Page 19.
Senate Rackets Committee wrapped hearings on Bakers Union leader James G. Cross amid claims of office abuse and fund misuse. Cross denied approving substandard wage contracts with a Zion Industries official whose father loaned him 97,600. Curtis R. Sims, suspended Union treasurer, faces possible permanent suspension over denouncing Cross.
In a National Press Club speech at the White House after talks with President Eisenhower, Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi asserted Japan will never become Communist or neutralist and seeks increased trade with China without weakening free world security. He urged adjusting the U S Japan security pact, Okinawa issues, and jointly pressing Moscow for disputed Kurile islands while stressing the need for free world stability and closer U S Japan cooperation.
Washington farmers voted to retain federal marketing quotas for the 1958 wheat crop. Unofficial tallies from 36 commercial states show 143,333 for and 28,833 against, an 83.3 percent favorable margin well above the two thirds needed. If quotas hold, the government would support the 1958 crop at about $1.78 a bushel, dropping to around $1.19 if quotas are rejected, with granaries already carrying a year’s supply. Other crops under quotas include cotton, rice, peanuts, and major tobacco types.
About 150 Portsmouth residents gathered Thursday night at the Elks City Club to honor Maj. Arthur B. Hull and his wife as they prepare to leave Portsmouth for Toledo. The_salute reflected the community’s appreciation of Hull’s years as Salvation Army commander and the trust he built among business, union leaders, and city officials. Hull thanked guests, noting the significance of the support he received from those present and inviting continued reflection as he moves to new duties.
Senator Knowland said a successful parliamentary maneuver enhanced the call for civil rights legislation but stopped short of predicting passage this session. Senate GOP leader Knowland engineered a victory over Southern foes of the House passed bill.
Washington Ohio's senators split on sending the House civil rights bill to the Senate Judiciary Committee. Republican Sen. John W. Bricker voted against the proposal while Democrat Sen. Frank Lausche voted for it. The measure failed 45 to 29, placing the bill on the Senate calendar for full consideration.
A 45 to 39 senate vote placed the civil rights bill on the legislative calendar after a preliminary skirmish. The measure was not referred to the Judiciary Committee, continuing a months long bottleneck despite Republican and Democratic support.
In Manorville New York five weeks after Benny Hooper was freed from a well neighbors and family face division over who gets credit and who pays. The parents say they are stunned by a $1250 doctor bill from Dr Joseph Kris while the rescue boss Mike Stiriz claims others did more. Cash gifts total about 408 with Benny receiving 1000 from two TV appearances. The Hoopers deny profiteering and say they worry over finances and Benny’s education as rumors swirl.
In Panmunjom the United Nations Command announced it would allow new arms including jet aircraft capable of carrying atomic weapons, though no atomic weapons will be issued to ground forces. North Korea and China criticized the move while the UN said the cease fire remains in effect and will monitor armaments.
Washington reports the Eisenhower administration rejected Congress proposals for another pay raise for post office employees. Assistant Budget Director Robert B. Merriam said a postal payroll increase would be inflationary and trigger broader federal raises costing billions. He testified to a House subcommittee that overall fiscal policy outweighs workers' wage desires.
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