Blocked land grab tests federal highway plan
In Virginia the Thorne and Scattergood families refuse to sell land for a Langley to Arlington highway expansion. The federal government paid 56 million dollars for nearby property and now faces a state condemnation suit to widen a two lane to four. The clash tests if state seizure can void a federal agreement.
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Margaret
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Yide
English Surgeon Contends Men Weaker Than Women in Delivery Rooms
Dr W C W Nixon a University of London obstetrics professor told a gynecological conference that over 15 percent of English fathers insist on being present during birth. He recalled a father who fainted during delivery, breaking his jaw, while his wife left with the baby after four days and he spent six weeks in hospital.
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Los Angeles
W. C. W. Nixon
University of London
Jonah Eats Whale Dinner Offer at Atlanta Eatery
Jonah E. Smith wins a local restaurant promotion offering a free whale dinner to anyone named Jonah. He becomes the first and only taker, reversing the biblical tale of Jonah and the whale in a lighthearted, city brief.
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Jonah
Jonah E. Smith
Atlanta
Smith
Cotton Carnival to destroy banners for new costlier ones
Memphis carnival officials announced that rayon banners from last year’s Cotton Carnival will be destroyed and replaced with 100 percent cotton banners. The new banners will cost several hundred dollars and the city will cover the expense. The next Cotton Carnival begins May 13.
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Memphis
Elvis Enlists In Army With Sideburns Intact For Now
Elvis Presley plans to enter the Army after finishing King Creole filming, keeping his long sideburns for the moment. He will report to Fort Chaffee, Arkansas, around March 22, and producer Hal Wallis has arranged eight weeks deferment. Presley praises Army experience and names Pat Boone as a rival favorite.
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Elvis Presley
Hal Wallis
Elvis
Presley
Memphis
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Pat Boone
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Ft. Chaffee
Mall Publication From St. and Pine Ave
A single page item from the Audit Bureau notes an entry related to a mall project at the intersection of St. and Pine Avenue. It appears to be a public notice or brief in a local column mentioning 3y Mall.
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Pine Ave
Mecber Audit Bureau
Indonesia Aid Warns U.S. Not to Meddle
Subandrio voiced surprise at Dulles remarks on Indonesia internal affairs during a Washington press conference. The Sukarno regime faces U.S. skepticism over a Communist influence, while Jakarta seeks F100 jets and hints at seeking aid from Soviet Russia if the United States withholds support.
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State Department
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Soviet Russia
B52 Crash Kills Five at Ellsworth Air Base
A B52 bomber skidded on landing at Ellsworth Air Base Rapid City killing four airmen and a civilian employee. The dead are Lt Kenneth Kaeppler Capt John Connell Jr Ronald Mitchell James Ferrell and Glen Allen. Four crew members and two passengers survived with minor injuries. Cause under investigation. Weather not a factor. The bomber struck a power line and damaged the inner marker building. The crash also damaged a radio control blockhouse in the base.
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Air Force
Ellsworth Air Base
Kenneth B. Kaeppler
Milwaukee
John ©. Connell Jr
Chattanooga
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Denver
Ronald R. Mitchell
Denton
Ohio
James E. Ferrell
Williston
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Glen M. Allen
Angel Witness
Classified ad pitch for selling unused items
A brief classified notice promotes selling unused belongings by calling HE 2 5959 for an ad writer. It invites readers to place ads to clear clutter and monetize unwanted goods. The tone is promotional and direct, targeting readers seeking quick, simple ad creation.
Party Men Father Dies in House Fire Seeks Congress Nomination
In Minnesota First District primary, Albert Quis a 34 year old dairy farmer and Eugene Foley 29 year old attorney won party nominations for a vacant seat. Quis led a Republican field with about 58.5 percent of the vote from 3% of precincts. Foley beat two independent Democrats. In Ohio Alliance fire killed a father and seven children as furnace overload fed the blaze. Robert Lilly 27 died inside the two story house while attempting rescues. Barbara Lilly 29 and their 5 month old Miles survived. mother treated for shock. The surviving baby hospitalized with a cold.
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WPI
Lyoung
Minnesota
Albert Quis
Eugene Foley
Little Mississipp
Wabasha
Mila Sights
City’ Hospital
Lilly
Judge to Retire Amid Tragic Home Fire Case
A Los Angeles judge, age 71 and in office since 1938, announced retirement after a fatal house fire that killed seven. Three bodies were found in a front closet and four others in a back bedroom, including children aged 3 to 8. Chief Lights said the children likely died of suffocation before flames spread, noting a delayed alarm amid the chaos.
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Roberta
Los Angeles
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Gregory
Marshall
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Cynthia
Tio
Chief Lights
Wanted Ad: Attract Attention with Fast Help
A bold want ad invites readers to attract attention quickly by calling HE 2-5959 to hire an ad writer. The short notice emphasizes speed and contact for crafting an effective advertisement.
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