Killian Faces Probe as Eisenhower Seeks Science Policy Czar
MIT president James Killian confronts fierce criticism as the Eisenhower administration debates science and missile policy. Aimed at unifying military and civilian research, the plan would place a single manager over missile programs and create a powerful science advisory group. Critics demand a full cabinet level secretary of science with authority and funding.
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Tornadoes Kill 12 Across Three Gulf States
Widespread storms cut a path through Louisiana Mississippi and Texas killing 12. Alexandria suffered three deaths in a 10 block area while others died near Carencro Crowley Groves and Orange. Debris crews work as police fear more bodies.
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Weather Chaos Follows Water Main Breaks
New York streets flood after multiple water mains burst causing subway closures and street-level chaos. Police divert crowds and assist emergency routes as Met Opera and other venues face disruption. In Washington, William P. Rogers is sworn in as U S Attorney General by Chief Justice Warren.
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Todays Features On Economy And Editorial Page
A fragmented scrawl outlines topics on economic measurement and recession analysis. Sylvia Porter is mentioned as authoritative in a column on today’s editorial page, with other features and page references listed for Financial, Editorials, Letters, Radi TV, County Forum, Growth, Sports, Deaths, and Women sections.
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Blimp Sighting Reported Along Route 20 Near Sloanside
Truck driver Earl Walshhorn of Mattydale reports a large dark object flying low over his eastbound rig on Route 20 near Sloan side at midnight. Trooper Cullen and other drivers noted a whirring noise as the unidentified craft moved south toward Syracuse, later identified as a Navy blimp practice rig moored in New Jersey.
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FBI Hoover water chaos halts NYC transit during Eisenhower blast
A late night incident near Manhattan landmarks triggered subway flooding and street damage after a blast injured none reported. FBI Director J Edgar Hoover hailed loyalty while authorities deployed buses to ease widespread disruption. Moscow radio claimed Laika and the Eisenhower administration issued formal comments as the city faced transit turmoil and water line leaks.
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No Feats Announced on Red Anniversary Space Rumors
Washington reports 40th anniversary of Bolshevik Revolution passes quietly with no public sign of new Soviet scientific feats. Rumors claim Laika may be parachuted to Earth from a new satellite and a third Sputnik with a live dog aboard could aim to surpass prior missions. Western scientists monitor for developments as US Air Force notes a test vehicle at Cape Canaveral.
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Eisenhower to back MIT scientist in missile race
President Eisenhower said the Soviets likely lead in some missile and satellite areas. He appointed Dr. James R. Killian to push U S progress while strengthening the defense missiles coordinator William M Holaday. He warned Soviet advances could threaten U S security and cited overall free world military strength as greater.
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Today’s Chuckle Dog Joke Feeds the Hand That Hiles It
A brief humorous note proclaims the noblest animal is the dog and the noblest dog is the hot dog, a playful paradox about what sustains us.
Civil Rights Commission start planned under Eisenhower promise
President Eisenhower named the Civil Rights Commission members marking an early push to curb discrimination amid school integration tensions tied to the Little Rock crisis. Retired Supreme Court Justice Stanley Reed was named chair, with appointees subject to Senate confirmation. The group can subpoena witnesses once organized and confirmed.
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Tree Falls on James Street Blocks Traffic Near Catherine
A 70-foot tree toppled in brisk winds near Catherine Street on James Street today just before 1 pm, blocking traffic for two hours and narrowly missing a car. A live wire was under a wheel as crews worked to install a duct for WSYR. No customers affected.
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23 CAR GONE BUT HE STILL HAS HIS '22
Columbus New Jersey reports Walter B Bowne, a 68 year old electrician and dairy farmer, escaped with minor cuts after his 1923 Star was smashed in a collision. Bowne will use his 1922 Model T Ford for work. Police note both cars passed 1957 NJ vehicle inspection.
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Zhukov Named Fender of the Year by Global Club
In Frankfurt a loose International Organization of Fender Clubs named Marshal Georgi Zhukov “Fender of the Year” praising his shift from wheel to fender. The Grand Garage at U.S. Army Headquarters hosts the ceremony with Maj. William C. Burns as founder. Members span Little Rock to Washington, with a cost of $1.25 for the club pin.
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