Red Editor Refuses to Answer Queries Before House Unit
John Gates of the Daily Worker challenged the House Un-American Activities Committee citing the First and Fifth Amendments as he refused to answer questions. Gates, barred from five city colleges, claimed entrapment and protested the committee while naming Eugene Dennis and others. The hearing featured debate over Communist Party dues and staffing amid subversion concerns.
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Communist Party
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Airlines to Pay Boeing $652 Million for Jet 707
Boeing reports orders totaling 652 million dollars for the 707 jet transport from eleven airlines, six foreign and five domestic, with Pan American and American leading the launch. The 707-120 model will debut late 1958, delivering faster transcontinental service and shorter flight times compared with propeller planes.
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Murder by Drugs Trial Begins at Old Bailey
London report says John Eadkin Adams, an eight year physician, stands trial at the Old Bailey for allegedly dragging elderly patients to death to profit from their wills. Prosecutors also charge him in two other patient deaths. Adams, who practiced in Eastbourne, appeared in court wearing a blue suit and white collar.
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Stassen Leaves for London May Run Rumors Surge
Harold Stassen leaves for London amid reports he may resign from Pennsylvania ties or seek the governorship and possibly challenge Eisenhower. Friends say he has not decided on a run for the Republican nomination as president, with speculation tying him to roles in disarmament talks and Indian campaign issues.
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Dried-Up New Delhi Bans Ads on Alcohol Campaign
A truncated report notes a lone campaign against Vice President Nixon during the Eisenhower era, describing the bid as a resounding failure after a solo effort to ban alcohol related advertising in New Delhi last year.
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Six Japanese Killed in Two Snowslides
In Japan two separate avalanches killed six people including four college student skiers. The Department of State noted the deaths were caused by snow slides in the mountains northwest of Rolа. Two more climbers remain missing after the disasters as rescue efforts continue.
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