Snow Storm Paralyzes New York Metropolitan Area
The worst snowstorm in seven years cripples the New York metro area with over 10 inches dumped in Manhattan and Queens pileups. At least 93 deaths across 11 states, 3,000 motorists abandon cars, Army and police aid shelters, and an evacuation center operates at Queens Borough Hall as winds drive drifts and schools close.
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Arson hearing scheduled and local politics update
County to hold full hearing before any regulation changes. Stuart Jenney enters GOP race for county clerk. Orchid display downtown. Circus fans attend annual con clave. Red Sox crush Phillies 9 0 and face Washington next. Sarasotans photographed at social events and dances plus year end concert. News about Coffee Cups on pages five and six.
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Events Of Note Today And Tomorrow In Sarasota Areas
Today at 7 30 p m Osprey Lions Optimist Club CAP and Toastmasters meet at various venues including the Courthouse and VFW hall Fruit ville Pineapple Avenue and Shing Field Sailor Circus and blood bank events. Tomorrow at 12 15 p m the Chamber of Commerce plaza and Sarasota Yacht Club host gatherings for local groups.
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Sarasota
Sarasota Yacht Club
Jordan King Plans Mideast Tour and Arab Unity
Jordan's King Hussein announced a forthcoming visit to Cairo and the capitals of Syria and Saudi Arabia. He denied plans to join any bloc, stating Jordan seeks Arab unity and good ties with all states. Cairo noted Egypt and Saudi Arabia view Hussein as willing to cooperate, following a royal cabinet envoy's message to Egypt.
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Negro Trials Begin in Alabama as Boycott Protests Rise
In Montgomery 93 Negro leaders go on trial for directing an 16 week boycott of the city bus system, a passive resistance action amid tense segregation. In Tuscaloosa two Negro brothers face trial for beating a white University of Alabama student linked to the treatment of Autherine Lucy.
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British MPs narrowly escape Singapore riot at independence rally
Six British members of Parliament escaped a Communist led riot in Singapore as stones bricks and bottles were hurled at them during an independence demonstration. About 40 000 people attended and 289 people including 27 policemen were injured. Fifteen civilians were arrested including two girls and two Chinese students. Police said 3 000 Chinese youths were incited. The deputies left with police protection after warnings of trouble.
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GOP voters may tug Minnesota primary twist
Rumors swirl that some Republicans may vote in Minnesota Democratic presidential primary to embarrass Democratic leaders backing Stevenson. Kefauver dismisses invitations and aims for at least 30 percent in Minnesota. Freeman predicts Stevenson sweeping all 30 convention votes as farm prices and policy loom large in the campaign. Truman and Sparkman weigh foreign policy and farmer relief while Hall announces a key April Republican conference to map a strong campaign.
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Ala
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Scranton
Washington
Leonard Hall
Mundt Eyes One More Push on Farm Price Supports
In Washington Sen. Mundt says supporters may try one final amendment to raise farm price supports in the omnibus farm bill. Humphrey backs a potential measure to freeze surpluses for a national security reserve while opponents vow to fight it. Leaders planned to resume action on the catch-all bill after Feb. 22 with 194 routine measures ahead on the calendar. Cotton accuses Democrats of trying to delay the bill. Elfender blames Republicans for delay citing Lincoln Day speeches.
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Westinghouse Strike Groups Meet Over Tentative Settlement
Washington reports two union groups authorized to approve any deal gathered as word circulated that a tentative settlement may end the walkout. The 155 day strike involves about 55 000 Westinghouse employees, 45 000 from the IUE. The full negotiating committee met in the morning while the Westinghouse Conference Board planned a night session.
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Thousands Attend Ten Day Texan Church Drive
In Olney Texas about 3000 of the town’s 4000 residents filled every seat in all 12 churches for a ten day drive by 200 laymen. Preachers said attendance was three to six times normal and extra seats were needed in three churches.
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Texas
Storm Lashes Southern New England Amid Snowbound Cities
Late bulletins report another northeaster striking Southern New England after Friday’s blizzard with heavy snow in Boston and New Bedford as officials assess fresh damage. Wes Santee’s bid to lift a suspension by the Amateur Athletic Union is delayed in New York State Supreme Court due to being snowbound on Long Island. President returns to Washington from Gettysburg amid slick, snowpacked highways after a weekend at the Pennsylvania farm.
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Lumber Yard Blaze Damages Florida Lumber Yard
Florida Forest Service investigates three South County forest fires sparked along U.S. 41 as winds heighten danger. Walker and Hallowell Lumber Co yard fire destroys main building and sheds, with losses estimated at 50 000 to 75 000 dollars not including the main Seaboard Railroad packing house. Firefighters from Venice and Nokomis battled the blaze amid limited water supply. investigators seek arson causes.
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Loas
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Englewood Road
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Seaboard Railroad
Frank Hyder
Wally Devlin
Eisenhower asks Congress for large Middle East Asia aid package
President Eisenhower urged Congress to approve about 4.86 billion for mutual security with 1.64 billion for military aid in the Middle East and Asia. He pressed for up to 10 year commitments and warned of Soviet expansion while stressing urgency to deter aggression and promote world peace.
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Cyprus Moves to Break EOKA in Six Months
In Nicosia British officials say they can curb the EOKA terrorist movement within six months and push talks on Cyprus future. Brigadier George H. Baker notes a significant break by security forces, while violence intensifies after Archbishop Makarios was deported. Four masked gunmen killed a Greek Cypriot choir singer near a church.
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Indiana Ocean
Weather outlook and marine forecast for Sarasota area
The forecast notes partly cloudy to today and otherwise fair through Tuesday with cooler tonight. Highs 70 to 75, lows 36 to 55 depending on location, winds shifting from west to north and northeast. Marine forecast shows moderate northerly winds in the East Gulf, becoming gentle to moderate north to northeast tonight and Tuesday with fair conditions.
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Bright Spot Exchange on Maid and Work
A brief quoted exchange depicts a woman asked if she does her own work or hires a maid. She answers with weary humor, admitting she keeps a maid yet does her own work. The odd dialogue highlights daily domestic strain and split labor.
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