21 Mar 1957
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Newspaper
Sarasota News
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1957
Page
1
Freeholders in Sarasota County head to the polls tomorrow for an $1.8 million hospital bond measure to add a five story wing at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, adding about 130 beds. Twenty one precincts will vote 7 am to 7 pm, with turnout key to passage.
Senate investigators press Teamsters finances as Frank W. Brewster faces questions on alleged union underworld ties and misuse of funds. Edwin Beck signals possible Fifth Amendment invocation while Senate panel studies loans, expenses, and a $164,589 income from a Seattle union station.
President Eisenhower and Prime Minister Macmillan meet at the Mid Ocean Club Bermuda to map a full outline of British and American military cuts and commitments as they seek stronger global defense amid Soviet pressure. Two daily sessions planned with Dulles and Lloyd to decide on urgent Middle East issues and shared defense plans.
Skin divers comb waters under bridges along U S Highway 41 near Ruskin and Rubonia seeking the gun used in the murder of Mrs. Gettis A. Lee or the body of her missing husband Gettis A. Lee, a Parrish store owner. The Little Manatee River and Frog Creek near Rubenia have been scanned by divers under Sheriff Roy Baden's direction.
The Seilor Circus opens its eighth annual extravaganza tonight on the high school football field. A trip to Europe is promised for the Soap Box Derby winner, details on page 13. Page 13 also notes Air Force art project ceremonies. Defense sets off bombs in a London murder-for-profit trial covered on page 18. A separate article reviews the booming South’s paper and pulp industry on page 9.
Vandals stole two electric carts and dumped two others into the pool at Sarasota Bay Country Club last night. The 18th hole sustained damage as carts raced around the green. This was the fifth vandalism incident this year at the club. Local official Woods noted the pattern and ongoing losses.
Four Israelis were reportedly killed when an Israeli patrol crossed into Jordanian territory near Abukhashaben village. The bodies were handed to U.N. observers after a 30 minute exchange of fire with no Jordanian casualties reported. The dead were described as not soldiers by the Israeli foreign ministry.
Minnie the Mermaid notes an early spring in Sarasota with tourists enjoying springlike weather year round. Forecasts list warm and cloudy conditions with scattered showers tonight and tomorrow, highs around 80 and lows near 64 to 68 with light variable winds shifting to easterly.
Harold met Olga and won her heart at the Melbourne Olympic Inn. He spoke from his fiancé’s parents home and said they expect to marry, with Olga’s consent and family approval noted in the call.
Our Town Tomorrow urges voters to support a 130 bed addition to Sarasota Memorial Hospital to meet growing needs. Following a $4.4 million schools bond, officials argue hospital funds will protect health and safety as polling opens tomorrow for qualified voters to cast ballots.
British dockers at Southampton strike over government tugs aiding the liner Queen Mary sailing to New York. The walkout stalls the transatlantic terminal with 10 000 on strike since Saturday amid wage dispute. Navy tugs escort Queen Mary out of port to break strikebreakers.
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