Midwest Storm Threat Prompts Widespread Weather Warnings
Severe storms raked the Great Lakes area with tornadoes feared in eastern Missouri Illinois and Indiana after killer twisters hit Port Huron Michigan Sarnia Ont and Springbank Ont. Flooding surged in Louisiana and Texas as crews searched for more victims while watches and warnings spread across several states.
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Air Force assails budget cuts in 120-wing plan
A congressional record insertion shows a five billion dollar Air Force cutback aims to stretch buildup to 120 wings by 1956, cut non flying units, reduce personnel, cap next year spending, and delay aircraft deliveries to keep the industry afloat.
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Big Three Meet Faces Test of Unity on Russia Stand
Washington reports the Big Three leaders plan a mid June summit to forge axis against Malenkov and Moscow. Observers warn failure to close ranks may block Big Four talks and invite Russian leverage while France drifts amid a collapsing cabinet.
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Child Missing in Michigan Bush Found Safe After Search
Beverly Kay Bradley, 24 years old, reported missing for two days in upper Michigan wilderness, was found alive and in good condition by a coast guard helicopter. In Louisiana, police guarded U S highway 90 near Lake Charles to deter Texas dynamiting the road amid Sabine River pressure on Orange.
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Dust Lingers as Desert Winds Rise Across Regions
The article notes dust in the desert with winds described as hurricanes by a poet’s line. Tucson reported wind with no forecast reference for tomorrow. Temperatures show a 95 degree high in some areas and a 62 degree low this morning, with regional highs in the mid to upper 90s and nocturnal cool downs.
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Phoenix girl wins 1953 national spelling bee
Elizabeth Hess, 13, wins the national spelling bee after outspelling 52 finalists. She pockets 500 dollars, earns a four year scholarship to St Francis Xavier high school in Phoenix, and visits the White House where President Eisenhower recalls his own missteps with syzygy. Her mother Naomi Hess and Elizabeth plan to save the prize for college as her future in languages and academics unfolds.
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Widow in Flint Struggles as Fire Threatens Home
Sick widow Joan Spillman and her five children face eviction after arson attempts on a burned-out lot. Richard Spillman, 20, guards improvised shelter as neighbors donate lumber and plans for a new home unfold. The family endures exposure and pneumonia risk while the attacker remains unknown.
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Elizabeth Hess to be greeted by Phoenix crowd
A 14 year old national spelling champion Elizabeth Hess returns to Phoenix amid fanfare with Governor Howard Pyle Mayor Hohen Foster and a band expected at Sky Harbor. Officials said the exact date of homecoming was not set yet.
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Superforts Bomb Dam North of Pyongyang
B 29s destroyed a 900 foot dam north of Pyongyang in a concerted allied strike to disrupt supply routes. Communist radio denounced the attack as atrocity and provocation while claiming floods and 800 villagers drowned after earlier dam hits. Results of this bombing were not immediately known.
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Final UN proposal aims to end Korea war stalemate
In Munsan Korea U P United Nations negotiators believed the final proposal to break the prisoner deadlock was ready. Lt Gen William K Harrison will present the plan to the Communists at Panmunjom next Monday after an eight day truce recess ends. Harrison remains in Tokyo with Gen Mark W Clark as Allied negotiators refuse to discuss terms pending Harrison's return.
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Arizona Texas to host NCAA district playoffs in June
UA athletic director JF McKale announced Arizona and Texas will stage district playoffs June 3 4 and 5 at Hi Corbett field the winner advances to the NCAA tournament in Omaha to face Duke on June 11 in the night games.
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Pop) McKale
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Tucson Events Highlight Tonight's Theater and Sports
Tucson Little Theater awards plaques to actors and workers tonight at 7:30 PM in Pioneer Hotel ballroom. Sports include Squirts vs St Marys Belles at 6:30 PM, Goodman Supply vs Davis-Moathman at 8 PM, State Hardware vs LDS at 9:30 PM, Cowboys vs Phoenix Senators at 8 PM, and a 2 AM to 5 PM cave tour tomorrow at Colossa cave near the National Monument.
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Index Dispute Among Members Disrupts State Corporation Commission
A state corporation commission faces internal conflict as members clash over policy shifts and authority. The dispute affects regulatory proceedings and may influence upcoming votes and administrative actions, with observers predicting possible reorganizations or stalled decisions.
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