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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1957
Page
1
A giant tornado ripped Fargo North Dakota last night, killing ten people including six children in one family and injuring at least 85. The storm damaged 500 homes, a high school, four churches, and caused at least 15 million dollars in losses prompting a federal aid request.
Two Tucson teens died and two others were hurt when a 1952 convertible overturned on Silverbell road near St. Marys Hospital. Victims were Donald A. Martinez 19 and Alicia J. Norzagaray 16. Driver Armando A. Norzagaray 20 in serious condition. investigation continues.
Summer officially arrived in Tucson at 9 21 a m with clear skies. The forecast calls for mostly clear tonight and tomorrow with some afternoon clouds and little temperature change. Daytime high yesterday reached 104, not a record. top for June 20 was 108 in 1954.
The Navy reports a mild outbreak of oriental influenza at Newport Naval Base. It has been seen on 8 of 110 Newport ships since June 3, with about 500 personnel stricken.
Arizona growers defend local standards as Colorado and California agriculture officials advocate a unified state department. Testimony hardened views on inspections and the risk of politics in a state run system while growers warn of potential loss of reputation with buyers.
Paul Richard Whalen appeared impassive at a preliminary hearing on charges of murdering Freelin Huff and Louise Huff. Witness John Costas testified through tears about the night of the killings, while Puerto Rican ranch worker Esteven Rojas described a white 1952 sedan and a car with a green top seen leaving the Huff ranch. Costas later reported hearing noises near his temporary home and firing a warning shot, resulting in sheriff’s deputies placing him in protective custody.
Japanese Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi said the time is approaching when U S ground troops may be withdrawn from Japan. He offered no date for closing American bases where about one and a half divisions of combat troops and thousands of support forces are stationed.
The U N Command voided the armistice ban on new weapons to counter North Korean buildup. Murray Snyder said jet aircraft carrying atomic arms are possible but no atomic weapons are for ground forces. North Korea and China condemned the move while Litzenberg in the DMZ warned of ongoing discussions.
In a 45 to 39 Senate vote the House civil rights bill was refused a referral to the Judiciary Committee, holding the measure for potential action after July 4. The result signals a larger fight ahead with filibuster risks and 64 votes needed to end debate, as White House officials press for action this session.
In Manorville New York high medical officials condemned a 1500 bill for Benny Hooper Jr during and after his rescue from a well. AMA leaders said the physician acted to save a life and could not be fairly billed. Local doctors called the fee excessive and suggested mediation. The Hoopers cannot pay and offers to fund raise emerged in Los Angeles.
In Washington Sen. Purtell denounced a 1500 dollar bill charged by Dr. Joseph Kris for rescue services during and after Benny Hooper Jr. fell down a well in Manorville New York. He urged a nationwide fund to pay the bill calling it the pound of flesh. Sen. Pastore questioned the bill’s validity and suggested legal aid guidance.
Tax commissioner forecasts a $20 million increase in the state valuation. The article notes the expected rise as officials map out revenue projections and budgeting implications.
In the Arizona edition readers find the Where To Find It guide for the issue, a 12 Comic feature, a 6 27 Crossword Puzzle, and notes on Dr. Dean Editorials. Also listed are Tucson Times radio TV items, Financial Page, Sports on pages 15 to 17, Molly Mayfield on page 4, Weather Map on page 28, Movies on pages 18 and 19, Woman's View on pages 9 to 11, Public Records on page 14, Your Stars on page 2, and a nightly and tomorrow section.
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