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Newspaper

Tucson Daily Citizen

Location

Tucson, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1953

Page

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State Ropers End On Top At Tuc Son Rodeo

Arizona cowboys dominated the four day Tuc son rodeo with Bill Boag 19 of Oregon leading money winner at 2028.10. He won Brahma bull riding and placed second in bareback riding. Claude Henson and Asbury Schell split high point honors after tying two steers in 35.3 seconds and won the prized Porters saddle. The show drew over 36 000 spectators as MGM movie rides entertained between events and wind and rain affected some performances.

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Fresh U S Team Faces Soviet Fireworks at UN Session

The United States plans a pivotal diplomatic push in the renewed UN general assembly as Korea dominates the agenda. Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Vishinsky arrived aboard the Queen Mary and offered no clear hints on Korea. Observers expect fireworks as the session aims to wrap in six weeks.

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Bridges calls for full probe of Voice of America funding

Sen. Bridges questions a 3.7 million dollar VOA ship project and urges Senate investigations subcommittee to probe its feasibility. He notes Vagabond A and B transmitters and a planned Vagabond 1C ship amid a broader budget for overseas broadcasting.

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Allied Raiders Break Out After Five Hour Front Clash

Allied tank and infantry raiders fought a five hour battle southeast of Panmunjom and broke through a Chinese ring to reach UN lines. The action left about 60 Communists killed and at least 40 wounded as air units targeted Communist positions and rail yards near Wonsan.

Seoul U.N U. S. Eighthrmy Okinawa Wonsan Kowan Bui the Hook

Naguib Aide Warns Britain on Suez Evacuation

In Egypt a top aide to Premier Naguib warned Britain to evacuate the Suez Canal zone or face war. Lt. Col. Gamel Abdel Nasser told a large crowd at Shibin el Kom that any country backing Egypt’s rights will receive a warm handshake, while opponents will face war in every field. In London, Anthony Eden said Britain would not abandon the zone without a defense agreement.

Cairo Egypt WUP Mohammed Naguib Britain Suez Canal Zone Gamel Abdel Nasser Shibin el Kom London Anthony Eden Suez Canal Middle East

Indians Giants Cubs rosters featured in today’s sports page

The Tucson Daily Citizen welcomes readers to spring training coverage with complete rosters for Arizona’s three major league clubs the Indians Giants and Cubs. Pictures and stories accompany pages 13 to 15 in today’s sports section.

Cleveland Indians Tucson Daily Citizen Arizona Indians Giants Cubs

Senate panel backs $1.69 million capital outlay package

Arizona Senate committee of the whole recommends Do Pass on $1,692,550 for state capital outlay. Proposals include $650,000 for Randolph children's colony, $470,000 for dormitories and a gym at the Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind in Tucson, and $572,550 for a maximum security ward at Phoenix State Hospital.

Phoenix State Senate William F. Kimball Dpima Randolph Arizona School For the Deaf Tucson State Hospital Senate House

Wiley Urges Pacts Study Amid Denunciation Resolution

Sen. Wiley JR Wisconsin urged U S allies be consulted before Congress acts on a resolution to denounce Russia for abusing wartime pacts. The draft would join with the President in denouncing interpretations that subjugate free peoples and may be sent to a Taft headed subcommittee after consultation with Britain France and others.

Washington Sen Wiley JR Wis U. S Congress Russia Wiley Senate Foreign Relations Committee Eisenhower Taft Ohio Britain France Yalta

Scientist Weinberg Faces Perjury Charge In Spy Inquiry

Washington court hears perjury case against Dr. Joseph W. Weinberg a central figure in the House Committee on Un American Activities inquiry into atomic espionage He is accused of lying about Communist party membership attendance at meetings and acquaintance with Steve Nelson Oppenheimer’s name is cited in the prosecutors’ filings as part of the investigation.

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Snow Hits Southern Arizona Clearing Soon

A storm brought rain and snow to Tucson and southern Arizona with 0.22 inch of precipitation added to the yearly total. Snow fell heavily in Summerhaven and Mt. Lemmon. Nogales and Douglas reported several inches. Motorists were warned to use chains on mountain highways as weigh stations and roads remained open with cooling trends and temperatures dropping to near freezing tonight.

Tucson Catalinas Summerhaven Mt. Lemmon Bear Wallow State Highway Patrol Bisbee Phoenix Yuma Arizona California Associated Press San Bernardino

Von Rundstedt Dies at 77 in Hannover After War Record

Field Marshal Karl Gerd von Rundstedt died at his home in Hannover at age 77. He directed the Ardennes offensive in 1944 and earlier led German gains in Poland and Sedan. He was captured May 2, 1945 and released in 1949 after British custody. charges were dropped for illness.

Hannover Germany Karl Gerd von Rundstedt U. S Hitler von Rundstedt Poland Dunkerque United States Meuse River Ardennes Hamburg Crown Prince Wilhelm Sedan Ukraine France Rundstedt Nazi Fuehrer

Ike Plans Flight to Augusta for Weekend Golf

President Eisenhower will depart Thursday afternoon for a long weekend of golf at Augusta Georgia returning to Washington Sunday He will stay at Augusta National Golf Club where he played after his election He already spent time at Burning Tree in Maryland making multiple rounds since taking office

Washington Eisenhower Augusta White House Augusta National Golf Club Burning Tree Club Maryland

Indians Arrive for Spring Training and City Events

Tonight in Tucson features a public concert by the University Symphonic Band conducted by Jack Lee at the university auditorium with free admission. The Cleveland Indians arrive at the municipal airport at 8:45 P.M. and begin spring drills. Tomorrow morning the Indians start workouts at Hi Corbett Field. Also tonight and tomorrow a series of art exhibits and a dance drama for children are listed at various Tucson venues.

Cleveland Indians University University Symphonic Jack Lee University Auditorium Municipal Airport Hi Corbettifield Gallery of Southwestern Art Country Club Plaza de Crazia N. Campbell Ave Tucson Fine Arts Association S. Stone Ave Frank

Gasoline price rise shocks Tucson market

Tucson retailers raise gasoline prices amid demand shifts as the city faces inflationary pressure. Local dealers say wholesale costs drive higher pump prices while drivers seek cheaper alternatives and compete for limited supply.

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