Read Wilson Dies Funeral Rites Wednesday For Retired Railroader
Leslie Wilson 79 died at home on Pine Street in Malnese after a yearlong illness. Born in Jackson Tennessee he lived in Murphysboro most his life. A GM&O Railroad machinist he served 52 years earning 50 year service honors. Survived by wife Allie Bell Mathes a son Leslie five grandchildren a sister and four brothers. Visitation at 2139 Pine Street until noon Wednesday then service at First Baptist Church at 2 pm conducted by Rev H T Abbott. Burial Pleasant Grove Cemetery Meyer Denny Funeral Home Murphysboro in charge
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Marion Girl Improves After Head Injury at Hospital
Nancy Sue Grisley seven year old of Marion regained mobility after weekend recovery from head injuries suffered when she fell from a family car several days earlier. She left bed at Marion Memorial Hospital today and is reported improving steadily.
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Buzz Buzz Alarm Triggers Bomb Scare at Railroad Station
A loud buzz in the baggage room at the union railroad station triggered a bomb scare. Baggage attendants called special agent Gene Mallaly, who summoned a police demolition expert. The robotlike device contained a battery toy telegraph set with a key jammed in buzz buzz.
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Egg Meeting For Franklin County Producers And Retailers
A meeting of egg producers and retailers is set for 7 30 p m today at the Franklin County courthouse in Benton. G J Christenson county farm adviser will outline two aspects of the law and Prof Creek of Southern Illinois University will speak. The event is open to all interested egg producers and retailers.
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National Society cites preventable blindness in America
The National Society for the Prevention of Blindness says at least half of blindness cases in the United States could be prevented. The organization emphasizes early detection, better eye care access, and public awareness to reduce preventable vision loss.
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Britain tests atomic device off Australia in second blast
Sydney reports Britain detonated an atomic device off Australia's northwest coast in the second and final blast of its current nuclear experiments. The device, believed to help develop a trigger for Britain's first hydrogen bomb, with the H-bomb expected to be tested next year.
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Fisher 102 Pound Turtle Caught Near Broken Bow
Broken Bow resident T R Pate landed a 102 pound turtle on a Little River trotline four days ago and faced killing or giving it away. Lincoln Park Zoo in Oklahoma City plans to acquire the animal for its reptile exhibit this week, with Bob Jenni coordinating the pickup.
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