New Hospital District Seeks 250000 for Transition
Angus Cockrell, chairman of the Bexar County hospital district board, warns of a deficit without 250000 from the city to fund operations until January 1956. He notes funds expire in October and city aid is needed as the district begins tax collection October 1 but revenue arrives next calendar year. Cockrell cites a tax rate goal of 60 to 65 cents per $100, aiming at about 1.873 million yearly, up from 1.692 million.
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Girl 2 Beats Infant to Death in Houston
A 2 year old girl beat her infant half sister to death in Houston, using a perfume bottle and a stick. The infant, Joyce Elaine Smith, was the daughter of Dorothy Smith, 24, who worked as a restaurant cook. A 56 year old showed the beating to police after returning home to find the incident.
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Houston
Joyce Elaine Smith
Sore-Bottomed Boys to Talk to Police
Juvenile officers await a meeting with a nine boy gang, four of whom were slightly welted after 12 or under youths were struck by pepper shots fired from a .45 army surplus automatic. Suspect Malcolm M. dune, 54, admits looting at his home since 1952 and says pepper shots will curb the activity. No medical treatment needed. Police will review possible charges after discussions with the youths and June.
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Malcolm M. Dune
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Florence elects new mayor amid outdoor gratitude
Florence, South Carolina, reports its new mayor expressing thanks in public, with large billboards displaying the words thank you in bold two foot letters after the election. The article notes the outdoor campaign presence and public acknowledgment of the victory.
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Florence
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City plans multi million slum clearance program
The San Antonio planning commission directed staff to draft a workable slum clearance and rehabilitation program after a tour of substandard areas by planning officials and Urban Renewal Administration representatives. The plan hinges on two questions from federal reviewers: does the city mean business and will it change next year. Authorities note past funds and emphasize housing codes, relocation, finances, and public support as prerequisites.
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Ft. Worth
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Dallas
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American Japanese couples wed in Nagoya reports 21 500 marriages
The U S consulate in Nagoya records 21 500 marriages between American and Japanese since 1950. Most couples relocate to the United States to start homes after marriage.
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