John Peurifoy remembered as tireless U S trouble shooter
The tribute recalls John E Peurifoy ambassador to Siam killed in an auto crash. It notes his rise from Capitol elevator operator to senior diplomat, cites his Greece Guatemala and Southeast Asia service, and discusses South Korea policy and postwar U N dynamics with reflections on McCarthy era tension and Rhee.
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John E. Peurifoy
Siam
Washington
Capitol
American University
George Washington Law School
State Department
Greece
Guatemala
Southeast Asia
John Peurifoy
South Korea
Rhee
Korea
U. S
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Eisenhower
U.S
Dulles
North Korea
Red China
Neutral Nations Supervisory Commission
Truce in Korea Sparks Rioting and Fatal Incident
Riots in Korea amid truce investigations led to deaths and injuries as Polish and Czech members faced expulsion demands. An American guard fired the fatal shot, with conflicting explanations about whether the violence stemmed from riots or an attempted theft.
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South Korea
U.S
Twins Real Disaster In Strike and Drought
State and federal officials warn drought worsens in New York and surrounding states as milk truck drivers near a possible AFL Teamsters strike. A strike could cut supplies to 12 million in New York City area and 5 million elsewhere, risking health and economy. Dairymen face dire losses, while relief loans may be issued promptly to farmers in six counties for hay and feed.
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New York State
AFL Teamsters
New York City
New Jersey
Connecticut
Mutual Federation of Independent Cooperatives
Farmers Home Administration
Talbott Resigns Amid Political Fallout Over a Single Judgment
In Washington, Harold Talbott resigns as secretary of the air force after a minor lapse in using office stationery and a past business tie. The incident sparks praise for his service to enlisted men and sharp editorial comparisons to J. Robert Oppenheimer, highlighting ethical double standards and political backlash from both wings.
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Washington
Harold Talbott
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Air Force
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America
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Senate
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Navy
Eisenhower
Truman
Oppenheimer
Ives
Atomic Laboratory
Berkeley
AEC
Mr. Ives
Dr. Oppenheimer
Diana Trilling
Look Beyond The Sky To See What Lies Behind
A reflective piece urges readers to look past surface appearances and seek hidden wonders in nature. It celebrates Godly vision that sees through life’s shell to reveal hope, faith, and a crystal fount of blessings beyond ordinary sight.
Advice To Tourists Abroad By J B Priestley
Writer J B Priestley offers travel tips for Americans abroad. He warns against long world tours and excessive sightseeing, recommends pacing and breaks, urges sampling local foods and drinks, and suggests adapting to local customs to enhance the travel experience.
Crisis in Morocco influenced by Paris power play
In Rabat, France pressurizes Moroccan Nationalists from Paris via General Gilbert Grandval. French colonial governance and vested interests risk blocking concessions to Moroccans, risking political fallout for the Faure government as violence tests status quo and colonial control.
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France
Gilbert Grandval
Doris Fleeson
French National Assembly
Grandval
Faure
Morocco
Paris
Grin and Bear The Moroccans and colonial climate critique
The piece discusses Morocco as a cool country with a pleasant life compared to France and notes rising discontent with colonial rule. It claims French settlers imitate South Africa, reports police collusion with terror gangs, and mentions military support from paratroopers and Foreign Legion. It ends with a hope for UN intervention to shift moral influence.
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Morocca
France
Canute
Foreign Legion
Champagne Ball for Jimmy Mce Hugh Polio Foundation
Hollywood guests attended a 2 a.m. champagne ball at the New Beverly Hilton for Jimmy McHugh Polio Foundation. A dirigible lit the sky, 24 spotlights glittered as gold confetti fell, and guests endured a gala of gowns, a fashion show, Eddie Fisher’s floor act, and gifts of hats, perfume, and stockings.
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Othman
Jimmy Mce- Hugh
Hollywood
Beverly Hilton Hotel
Hilda
Ata
Eddie Fisher
Debbie Reynolds
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Mother Nature
the Record
J. B. Priestley
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Asia
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Moroton
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California
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