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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1958
Page
7
The Swiss government announced a plan to equip armed forces with weapons, instructing the defense department to study sources and potential acquisition. A spokesman said the move is for long term independence and not for immediate purchases.
A violent pursuit near Slaves NOM ends with multiple deaths and injuries after a posse confronts suspects in a rugged canyon. Arlene Cobada, 12, killed. cousin Kiddie Cobada, 10, dies en route to hospital. Arlene’s mother and Deputy Sterling Surnitt wounded. Fyose slinks from canyon as Ortega recalls exchanges with Foose. Foose described as paranoid with a persecution complex and committed to Fort Douglas hospital for psychiatric care. The case prompts questions on potential state prison disposition.
Weather warnings recount a storm across Maple Avenue and Niagara Street area with lightning damage to structures. Rain totals reached several inches. lightning felled wrinkles and caused flooding in low areas. Forecast calls for cloudy skies, showers, and cooler highs near 80 with lows around 60. Empire Market and J M Fields listed as temporary flood victims amid ongoing cleanup.
A Nebraska farmer, Alva B. Carpenter, was killed when a fallen power line touched a telephone wire near his home. Carpenter, who stepped outside in a raincoat, reportedly wandered amid a strong early year storm before the fatal contact occurred. His wife described the incident and the immediate events surrounding the electric shock.
Ray Winn, 85, former automobile dealer, recently broke his second hip in three years. Surgeons advised a metal pin to stabilize the bone but Winn refused, citing fears of long term complications. He believes he has a bright future ahead without the procedure.
The Boston investor Goldfine faced questions about gifts to Steelman and others amid a broader probe of special government favors. Goldfine denied using gifts to secure contracts and asserted no special treatment was given. House hearings opened on the fifth day, centering on whether he sought favors in exchange for gifts as investigators pressed for answers.
In Washington and Moscow tensions rise as Soviet officials challenge US actions over East German policy and a US reconnaissance flight. Deputy Undersecretary Menshikov asserts Moscow will not intervene to free detained Americans, while Washington questions Soviet coordination and legality.
Unclear dispatch reports Red Chinese forces beginning withdrawal of 100000 volunteers from North Korea with a target completion by August 20. Six divisions and several special units implicated as part of the pullout. Local border coverage notes Communist statements and mixed operational details from unnamed agencies.
Nasaville Tennessee judge Schoolfield of Chattanooga was convicted yesterday on impeachment charges for misconduct. The Senate refused to remove him from office but ordered him suspended until August 31. He was impeached in May and had been under senate scrutiny after a 2 year investigation.
The piece notes House and Senate members facing mandatory disclosure of outside interests and gifts. A proposal would shield top earners yet tax small savers. a Treasury official testified against the measure while arguments favored higher exemptions for independent workers.
A public safety card urges drivers to chew gum while behind the wheel to reduce strain and stay alert. It notes gum chewing helps feel refreshed and may contribute to safer driving, suggesting any brand is acceptable for the tip.
Witnesses including San Maylish and Cleare testify amid tense exchanges as Champagne, Teltelbaum, and Accardo figures are pressed over payoffs and hiring of a lawyer. Kennedy urges action while questions linger on who knew the backstory and roles in the 1989 strike.
Wy Pitan, son of Dr. Mes James W Fieger, has been awarded a two year special study fellowship from the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. He will receive his medical degree from the State University College of Medicine at Syracuse next year. He is a graduate of LaSalle High School and Niagara Falls. He earned a pre medical degree at Russell Sage College with high honors and also attended Ml Saint Marys and Siena Colleges. During the fellowship he will work with Dr Paul J Wehrle, assistant professor of pediatrics at Syracuse, on studies of polio virus transmission.
Gary Frank C Goodman 4 died yesterday at his home. A pioneer in religious broadcasting he served 25 years as executive secretary of the National Religious Radio Department of the Federal Council of Churches. A Methodist layman converted by Billy Sunday in Madison Square Garden in 1904 he produced network programs including National Radio Pulpit and National Vespers.
New Orleans mayoral aide proposes clearing pigeons from the city skies but the measure is pigeonholed by the City Council. Vic Schira introduced the measure amid council debate as reporters note local concerns and political lines. A separate drowning incident at St. Joseph's Moines draws attention in a grim, unrelated tragedy.
A promotional pitch touts Wrigley's Spearmint Gum as refreshing and satisfying for drivers. It emphasizes lively chewing and real chewing enjoyment for the mayor and general audience.
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