A Bomb Defers War Across Europe Says Satellites
A national dispatch cited by satellites claims the United States plans to reserve its atomic arsenal unless the Soviet Union invades Western Europe. Analysts say the Kremlin seeks to delay a broader conflict, while Soviet propaganda urges caution and an acting posture in Europe and the Far East.
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Oklahoma Legislative Council proposes 14 point program
The Oklahoma Legislative Council recommends a 14 point program to the upcoming session. It includes re enactment of two expiring laws the one cent gasoline tax for rural roads and the beer tax along with a farm program water resource conservation and higher education improvements. It also calls for a civil defense law and road building while boosting teacher pay and labor measures. The plan stems from 52 meetings over five years and aims to expand state and local government services and economic development.
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Two Airmen Die in Crash Near P V
Two airmen died when their aircraft crashed near P V Valley Oklahoma the plane went down about a half mile from Sid Sheppard’s home relatives witnessed the crash and patrol troopers confirmed the location about five miles east of a country road near State Highway 13.
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Christmas Season Gray Beachhead in Korea War Memoir
A fragmentary wartime scene sketches a grim Korea beachhead during Christmas with ruined city blocks, burning buildings, shattered girders, and soldiers enduring cold, fear, and constant threat. The tense atmosphere centers on trench lines, foxholes, heavy guns, and the strain between comrades as winter war closes in.
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Acheson to Fly to Europe for Alliance Planning
Secretary of State Acheson is scheduled to depart for Europe to participate in Atlantic alliance planning. Officials indicate President Truman remains committed to Acheson in foreign policy while Republicans question his replacement. Cooper, a Republican adviser, will join the delegation to strengthen coordination with Atlantic treaty discussions.
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Benefits for GIs in Korea Studied in Congress
Congress reviews a plan to guarantee life insurance for veterans with a $10,000 policy and consider up to $20,000 for survivors. The debate weighs long term costs against the need to protect those who served, with veterans groups pushing broader benefits and education programs.
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Christmas Season Bustle Invades Town
Christmas spirit floods streets and stores as decorations rise in downtown, churches host events, and caroling fills airwaves. Shoppers bustle, schools anticipate holiday programs, and Adam Jaycees bring Santa to the Burist Orphans Home as communities gear for Christmas Day observations.
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Slavers before Civil War owned enslaved relatives seek pensions
Prior to the Civil War several free Black individuals owned enslaved relatives to release them from bondage. The owners could not claim GI rights but could receive pensions and access Veterans Administration facilities and hospitals.
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Valley View Hospital Expands Maternity Ward Plans Open House
Valley View hospital moves toward completing a three story maternity expansion described as modern and well equipped with delivery rooms. The project increases capacity to 129 beds and includes an elevator, improved air conditioning, and redesigned ward spaces to alleviate crowding and better serve patients awaiting pledges and donations.
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Allen Soldier Wins Bronze Star With V Device
Cel M J Clary of Allen receives the Bronze Star with V for heroism in Korea. While with the U S Army he joined one officer and eight men to capture an enemy mortar on a hill near the command post, leading to the death of an enemy officer and 14 prisoners. He braved hostile fire to reconnoiter and direct actions that secured weapons and ammunition. His wife Mrs Clary remains in Allen while he serves overseas.
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Draft Law Change May Be Required
Washington December 18 Chairman Vinson of the House Armed Services Committee said draft laws must be revised to meet President Truman meal for a 500000 man armed force. He plans a bill with changes ready for a January vote and notes the possible extension of service from 21 to 24 months. The defense department favors lowering the draft age, but opposition may block this. Also mentions Babe Ruth nickname origin.
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Measles Strike Pontotoc County Schools Hard
Pontotoc county faces a measles outbreak hitting Ada city schools hardest as about 25 percent of public school youth stay home. Dr. J C Canada says the peak may be past and globulin offered for exposed very young or weak children. City schools total about 2,600 students with 600+ out.
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Dewey Appoints Hanley as Special Counsel in NY Veterans Affairs
Albany December 14 A late career reshuffle moves Joe R Hanley outgoing lieutenant governor to a new post as special counsel to the New York state veterans affairs at midnight December 31. The 74 year old veteran of the Spanish American War and World War I will receive $6 000 a year for the Hanley letter fallout as veteran affairs division director Leo V X notes the appointment follows Governor Deweys suggestion. Hanley will continue to draw $10 000 a year as lieutenant governor and $9 000 for expenses until term ends.
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Mrs. Ivy McMillan Hospitalized In Ada
Mrs. Ivy McMillan of 211 East Seventeenth lay ill at Alley View hospital after a fall at home Friday. She was partly paralyzed yet conscious and recognized relatives. son Ralph McMillan of Oklahoma City arrived Friday night, while Claud McMillan and Mrs. McMillan of Nashville, Arkansas, came Saturday. She has lived in Ada since its founding.
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Shirley Temple Weds Charles Black at Del Monte
Shirley Temple, now Mrs. Black, married Charles Black son of the Pacific Gas and Electric president this afternoon at Del Monte. The ceremony ends months of dating in Los Angeles Honolulu and here. Mrs. Black, mother of the bridegroom, indicated they began their honeymoon. Black is a Stanford graduate and television executive active in Hollywood and San Francisco. Temple formerly divorced actor John Agar last year. Bamboo is a grass but large species can grow up to ten feet.
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