Thursday, June 16, 1955

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The Headlines

Molotov Visits Museum and U. N.; Molotov Visits Museum; Baffled by Modern Art

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The must-have

Gumby

On This Day

• In a futile effort to topple Argentine President Juan Perón, rogue aircraft pilots of the Argentine Navy drop several bombs upon an unarmed crowd demonstrating in favor of Perón in Buenos Aires, killing 364 and injuring at least 800. At the same time on the ground, some soldiers attempt to stage a coup but are suppressed by loyal forces.

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You Share a Birthday With

• Adam Smith (1723)
• Barbara McClintock (1902)
• Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1929)
• Gustaf V (1858)
• Mohammad Mosaddegh (1882)

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Tech Check

TV Remote Control, Microwave Oven (Home Use) & Hovercraft.

Style of 1955

Silhouette: Rebellious and relaxed

Material: Denim and leather

• Greaser jackets
• Rolled jeans
• Converse

Cost of Living (1950)