Tropical Hotel Tropical Fire Destroys Two Floors
In Key West Florida a major blaze wrecked the second and third floors of the 80 year old Trop Tropical Hotel Mongay. Estimated damage stood at 100000 dollars after about 200 firefighters and civilians battled the four hour fire. The hotel once hosted President Taft. Washington reports fewer striking workers in the first nine months of the year than any period since WWII with 3025 strikes idling 1250000 workers and 0.16 percent of total time lost.
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Weather Bleak in Wide Areas
The Associated Press reports a mixed weather pattern with chilly winds and cloud cover across the eastern half, bringing slightly above normal temperatures from the Rockies to the Atlantic. Skies clear in Georgia and the Carolinas with some cooling, while the Northwest and Southeast show clearer conditions. Rain and drizzle dampened much of Texas and bordering regions with isolated snow flurries in Nevada and California.
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Restyled Pontiacs on Display Saturday
Pontiac unveils a new 1958 line with four series including Bonneville, Star Chief, Super Chief and Chieftain. Cars sit lower and wider with longer wheelbases, feature a bold horizontal grille and twin headlamps, and offer options like ride suspension, fuel injection, improved transmission, power brakes and steering. Display set for dealer showings across Oklahoma and eastern New Mexico amid scattered rain in surrounding areas.
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Two Hungarians Escape Through Mine Fields in Austria
Austrian police report two Hungarian refugees have escaped through Communist mine fields and barbed wire entanglements sealing Hungary. The incident marks a rare entry after weeks of tighter borders, as authorities describe the unsafe but successful escape route amid ongoing border controls.
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U S Death Toll From Asian Flu Climbs Across States
United Press tallies 546 flu deaths across states and D C with Nebraska 15 and New York 126 the highest counts. Oklahoma 4 and Maryland Missouri Oregon report smaller totals as outbreaks ease nationwide.
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Sweden tests guided missile with jet power
Sweden announced a new guided missile being tested aboard an Isle platform. The rocket and jet engine craft reportedly burns through any weather and could carry an atomic warhead if Sweden attains such weapons.
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