Air Force to Study Flying Saucers With Top Scientists
The Air Force under Maj. Gen. John A. Samford aims to determine what flying saucers are by enlisting physicists in a major nationwide study. Officials say there is no military secrecy and prior belief that saucers pose no air defense threat remains. The investigation follows five years of sightings, including radar reports, and discussions continue at a news conference.
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Air Force
High Brass
United Press
United States
John A. Samford
Farouk Arrives in Italy to Begin Exile on Mahroussa
Exiled Egyptian king Farouk lands in Italy aboard the royal yacht Mahroussa with his infant son Ahmed Fuad II and wife Narriman. They dock near Capri then Naples, greeted by Italian protocol officials and Egyptian ambassador. The convoy includes the USS Adirondack under Admiral Carney nearby.
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British Ambassador Rushes to Egypt With Eden Message
Sir Ralph Stevenson, Britain's ambassador to Egypt, returned from vacation to meet Premier Aly Maher Pasha with a message from Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden. The contents of the message were not disclosed as he conveyed the urgent note amid Egypt’s recent momentous events.
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Egypt
Britain
Sir Ralph Stevenson
Aly Maher Pasha
Anthony Eden
Stevenson
London
Exiled Farouk Transferred From Palace Ship in Capri Layover
NATO commander in Southern Europe met in Paris as Farouk and royal family moved from the Mahroussa to the Fahkr el Bihar during a Capri layover. Two small boats fetched champagne and spirits plus the gold ship's bell, possibly a memento. The 4561 ton Mahroussa heads to Alexandria per Gen Maguib Bey's orders after the coup.
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Paris
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Farouk
Alexandria
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Maguib
Wreckage Sought After Exploded Fishing Vessel Spare Time
Santa Monica authorities continued a broad search for debris from the Spare Time after an explosion left 12 aboard. Three were rescued and parts of a body identified as Martin R. Vollner of Los Angeles. a leather belt tied to skipper Wes Wiggins was found and confirmed by his wife.
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Los Angeles
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Today's Features Television Signals Campaign Shifts
Marquis Childs analyzes how bound to mean changes in political campaigns and a new kind of election drive emerges as television coverage expands. The editorial page notes related features and sections across the paper including Amusements, Bridge, Classifieds, and Radio TV.
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Marquis Childs
Two Quakes Hit Bakersfield Area Prompt Fires and Evacuations
Two strong earthquakes struck the Bakersfield area early today, triggering fires and evacuations. A gas line rupture caused damage to a six room house, a machine shop roof collapsed, and transformers ignited. no fatalities reported.
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Bakersfield
Calif
California
Los Angeles
Betty Hailibaugh
Allies Repulse Chinese Attack on Old Baldy Front
Allied forces beat back a Chinese Communist assault on the western front near Old Baldy in heavy rains. The two hour battle left 25 Reds dead and 30 wounded as 642 inches of rain drenched the area, with B 26 bombers targeting rail bridges in northwest Korea.
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Korea
Old Baldy
Eighth Army
Associated Press
Milo Farenti
Fifth Air Force
Weather shifts bring cool night after hot spell
The forecast calls for a drop to 53 tonight after a 76 degree day. Tomorrow will warm to 84 with a chance of showers tomorrow night. Overall, temperatures are expected to run two to five degrees below normal with minor fluctuations.
McGranery Says Washington Role Progressing Quietly
Attorney General James P. McGranery reports smooth progress in his duties and in inherited anti corruption campaigns. He spoke during a visit by about 88 teenagers at the American Legion's Boys Nations sessions.
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Special Administration
Newbold Morris
American Legion
Iran Parliament Seethes as Mossadegh Pushes Reforms
Iranian deputies demanded the expulsion of all Americans joining Mossadegh’s economic and social reform program. The move followed anti US riots and tensions over U S support for ex premier Qavam. Contracts with American missions may not be renewed amid anti American sentiment.
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Iran
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Mohammed Mossadegh
Shas Ghanai-Abadi
Hhanat-Abadi
Ayatullah Seyed Kashani
Mossadegh
Ahmed Qavam
Ghanat-Abadi
U S Standoff Criticized as Talks Stumble In Korea
North Korea radio warned that American stubbornness could wreck armistice talks and widen the war. The Pyongyang broadcast accused Maj. Gen. William K. Harrison of undermining negotiations while UN delegates debated minor issues after a long meeting in Panmunjom.
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William K. Harrison
Aluminum Walkout Averted at Kaiser Plants
The nationwide aluminum strike was averted after an hour long settlement with 15 000 workers at nine Kaiser Aluminum plants. The Wage Stabilization Board announced the agreement which provides a 214 cent per hour pay package and a modified union shop. The pact covers retroactive pay to March 10 and July 1 effective pay, with old employees exempt.
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Wage Stabilization Board
Congress
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Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corp
C.lo
Thieves Smash into Allis Chalmers Tractor Division
Thieves broke into the Allis Chalmers Manufacturing Company tractor division at 935 Hiawatha Blvd E before dawn and damaged office equipment and a checkwriter. They started a small fire and fled. investigators found the safe untouched and a fire extinguisher stolen from the stationery room. Police investigated after a maintenance man discovered the scene at 7 AM.
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Hiawatha Bivd
Paul H. Cooper
Richmond News Leader Endorses Eisenhower Nixon Ticket
The Richmond News Leader endorsed the Eisenhower Nixon ticket in a lead editorial. It marked the first Republican presidential endorsement by a Richmond newspaper since 1896, praising change, new faces and a fresh approach.
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Richmond News Leader
Richmond
Priestley Divorce Granted Amid Accusations in Exeter
In Exeter England novelist J B Priestley was granted a divorce from his wife today. She alleged misconduct and cited their marriage in 1946 and two grown children.
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England
J.B. Priestley
Priestleys
Nave
Chuckle Notes on People Getting Along
A lighthearted remark by Resat praises harmony and mutual cooperation with happiness that more people learn to get along. The quip emphasizes progress when cooperation improves social relations.
Southern Democrats remain unsure on Stevenson loyalty pledge
Delegates from South Carolina Virginia and Louisiana refused to sign the Chicago loyalty pledge. South Carolina plans to reconvene its Democratic convention August 6 to decide whether to support the ticket. Governor Byrnes urges convention action and signals opposition to the platform. Burns to elaborate at the convention. Virginia Governor Battle declines comment pending the national ticket.
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Adlai Stevenson
Dainois
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Virginia
Louisiana
James FL. Byrnes
Burns
John Battle
Byrnes
Stevenson begins cleaning up state duties after welcome home
Gov. Adlai Stevenson arrived to a flood of telegrams and correspondence at the executive mansion as he resumes state duties following a large Democratic nominating host welcome. He faces a packed schedule of political housekeeping tasks.
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Adlai Stevenson
Sparks reacts to Washington reception with Alta
Democratic vice presidential nominee Senator John J. Sparks of Alabama returns to Washington after an Alta Alabama reception at Union Station. A five member band and 250 supporters greeted him with rebel yells as he pledged a very aggressive campaign.
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John J. Sparksman
Alabama
Union Station
Stevenson Accepts Democratic Nomination in Illinois Welcome
52 year old governor said he would fight for the presidency with heart and mind and soul as about 25 000 people cheered at the Sangamon County court house lawn. He asked for prayers and understanding and described the task as the most formidable in the world at the crossroads of history.
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Arkansas Primary Vote Opens for Governor Race
Incumbent Sid McMath faces four challengers Ike Murry Boyd Tackett Francis Cherry and Jack Hoit in the Democratic governor primary as about 345000 Arkansans are expected to vote. McMath defends his third term amid a heated campaign.
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Ark
Sid McMath
Lemons for Bluefield Campaign Aids Heat Relief
Beckley Jaycees join Bluefield effort as Lemon Aid spreads free lemonade during a heat wave. Residents donate to baskets labeled Lemons for Bluefield while Bluefield records reach 99 degrees and Beckley hits 93.
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W. Va
Bluefield
Eisenhower to Address VFW Encampment in Los Angeles
General Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Republican presidential nominee, will address the 53rd annual VFW encampment in Los Angeles on August 5. An executive assistant said the appearance will be non political in nature and likely to touch on international affairs and world peace, with analysis tied to his White House bid.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
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Arthur H. Vandenberg
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Eisenhower's Son Arrives in Korea for Duty
Maj. John Eisenhower, 29, son of the Republican candidate, arrived in Korea for combat duty assigned to the Third Infantry Division. He left the U S by plane a week ago and departed Fort Sheridan after a Denver stopover with his parents Jill and Dwight Eisenhower.
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Jill Eisenhower
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Churchill Economy Program Tightens in British Commons
Prime Minister Churchill's government unveils a strict economy plan to avert national bankruptcy. Chancellor Butler details sweeping import cuts including a 25 percent reduction in unrationed goods and a retooled rearmament schedule.
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Winston Churchill
R. A. Butler
Commons
NPA Orders Tinplate Plants to Speed Output
The National Production Authority ordered tinplate mills and can manufacturers to boost output to aid fruit and vegetable crops. It noted an Air Force airlift was studied but replaced by fast freight trains and rapid highway shipments arranged by the Defense Transport Administration to the West Coast canning centers.
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National Production Authority
Stinplate Mills
Air Force
Pacific Coast
West Coast
Defense Transport Administration
Inhalator Brought For Fred Allen
Fred Allen collapsed today at his Belmont Hotel suite in Harwich Massachusetts on Cape Cod. The Harwich Fire Department arrived with an inhalator and rushed it to Allen's bedside.
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Atom plane testing station authorized by AEC
The Atomic Energy Commission approved a 35 million dollar testing station for atomic powered aircraft. Construction starts this summer at a national site with 1,000 workers planned and 200 operating employees needed at peak. Parsons-Maccc Kiewit of Los Angeles leads preliminary design. GE handles gas turbine and nuclear propulsion work under Air Force contract.
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