Truman visit on TV studio porch in New York segment
Margaret Truman appeared on CBS TV substituting for Edward R Murrow in Person to Person. Harry S Truman and his wife relaxed on the porch of their Independence Missouri home as the broadcast aired. The report notes the former president and Mrs Truman entertaining the public with a folksy visit. The Dionne quintuplets reach adulthood with a trust fund nearing one million dollars. the sisters Emilie Yvonne Cecile Annette and Marie were born near Corbeil Ontario.
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Close Call For Fooler In Prize Contest
A reader near miss in the Little Fooler contest leaves Mrs. C. K. S. Dodd of 1731 Bay St. within one word of a higher prize. The note hints a $60 prize next week and invites readers to try again with the new puzzle on Page 3.
Civil War Veteran Woolson Skips Memorial Day Observance
Albert Woolson 108, last surviving Union Army veteran, will sit out Memorial Day breaking a long held tradition. His daughter Mrs. John Kobus says this year will be the first without fanfare or parade participation in her memory.
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Dulles Named Honorary Member Of Water Town Rotary
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles was made an honorary member of the Watertown Rotary Club in Dexter as he traveled to his home on Main Duck Island. He received a diamond-studded Rotary pin and a membership card, with club president Rev. Harold H. Niles praising his service above self.
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Spain's Moreno Fernandez Ends U.S. Navy Tour Aboard Intrepid
Adm Salvador Moreno Fernandez Spain’s minister of marine leaves for Cadiz aboard the USS Intrepid after a 17 day tour of U.S. naval bases with seven aides. The carrier is scheduled to dock June 7 in Cadiz as the party rests on the voyage home.
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Death Toll Rises Over Memorial Day Weekend
The tally of holiday traffic deaths grew from 26 by 6 p.m. Friday and 2 drownings plus 1 other to 28 by 9 a.m. EST as millions hit the roads. The National Safety Council projects 360 traffic fatalities during the 78-hour Memorial Day period ending Monday midnight, with 1952’s 363 as the record.
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United States
National Safety Council
Eden seeks avert rail strike after historic election win
Prime Minister Eden and Conservative ministers pressed plans to prevent a national rail strike that could cripple post election travel. Rail workers rebuffed a conciliations offer, Union Secretary Baty warned of an inevitable strike as Eden held emergency talks with his cabinet. The Conservatives secured a solid Commons majority amid celebrations, while nation awaited possible disruption to essential services.
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Quote about abstract and concrete promises in humor
A humorous exchange contrasts abstract promises with concrete results. The speaker jokes that a wife’s promise to bake a cake is abstract, while actually baking one makes it concrete. The quip highlights the difference between intention and outcome.
Rain and Winds Hammer the Midwest and Southwest
The Associated Press reports widespread rain across the mid continent and western states with thundershowers from eastern Kansas to southern Michigan. Cheyenne Wyoming recorded rain and snow. several tornadoes touched Kansas and Oklahoma. The death toll reached 114 with 73 in Udall Kansas and 18 in Blackwell Oklahoma, and over 700 injured.
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Prom Monarchs Sue Hicks and Leonard Dorsey Reign at Bali Theme
Sue Hicks and Leonard Dorsey were crowned prom queen and king at the 1955 Junior-Senior Prom held in the Municipal Auditorium. The Bali themed event featured 600 attendees, a Bali floor show led by Sandy Lamb, and after events including late night parties at the Junior High auditorium Lion's Den and Lido breakfast.
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Violent windstorm damages Indiana towns
A violent windstorm swept west central Indiana this morning tearing roofs off houses and uprooting trees in Crawfordsville and Lebanon. The AP report notes widespread damage with property injuries and emergency responses underway.
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Three runners break four minute mile in London race
A Hungarian and two Britons ran sub four minutes in London. I Tabori led with 3 59, Chris Chataway timed 3 59 8 and Brian Hewson 3 59 8 in a field of eight. John Landy holds the 3 58 world record. Siamese twin separated earlier this week reported doing very well in New Orleans.
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Opposition to Milk Price Measure Fails in House
In Tallahassee proponents of an anti price fixing milk bill pressed for a roll call vote. Opposition stalling tactics blocked a vote, leaving the House with no final decision as the day ended.
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Tito Rejects Passive Coexistence in Yugoslavia Talks
Belgrade reports say President Tito spurned a Soviet proposal for passive neutrality in the Cold War while pressuring Yugoslavia to join a Moscow led bloc. Talks with the Russians continue after a reception in Belgrade, with plans to move to Tito’s Adriatic island Brioni for further discussions.
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Americanism Talk at Stadium Sen Mundt To Speak Tonight
Sen Karl Mundt will address a capacity crowd at Manatee High School stadium in Bradenton at 8 p.m. on Americanism as part of the Freedom Shrine dedication. Mundt, known for opposing communism, arrived in Tampa and traveled to Bradenton then to St Petersburg for events before returning for the matinee. Proceeds from the event benefit Shrine purchases for Palmetto Junior High and Lincoln Memorial High.
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Free Tickets at Florida Theater Listed in Classifieds
Readers are urged to check the Florida Theater notices in today’s classifieds for their names. Visit The News office at 1045 N. Lime Ave to claim free tickets when named.
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Memorial Day Weekend Observances Across the Nation
Americans mark Memorial Day with parades prayers and services from Newark to Gettysburg. In Newark Albert Woolson 108, a Grand Army of the Republic survivor, is honored while Fort Bragg Arlington scenes and Fleet of Flowers ceremonies unfold nationwide.
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N.J
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Minn
Udall Urges Rebuild After Kansas Tornado Toll
Udall Kansas begins rebuilding after a devastating tornado that killed 73 and injured over 200. Gov. Fred Hall visits and relief agencies set up tents and help as National Guard and local crews clear debris. About 500 still missing, many may be with relatives. 170 homes wrecked and 18 damaged beyond livability.
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Fred Hall
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Nice Long Day As Prom Night Ends In Sarasota
Minnie says the weather was wonderful at 5 a.m. after an all night prom and dance, with plans for a warm weekend. The Sarasota area forecast calls for clear to partly cloudy conditions through Sunday with isolated thundershowers and mild winds, highs near 83 to 94.
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