Coalgate Slaying Case Identifies Victim in Ardmore Nearby
Palmer Fillore McAlester 44 of Ardmore was found shot to death near a box car east of Coalgate Nilling company. Authorities say death caused by a bullet wound behind the left ear after a struggle near a pile of briused spots on body and knees. About $17 found on him as investigators press a murder inquiry with no clear motive or suspect.
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Coalgate
Palmer Fillore McAlester
Ardmore
D. E. Bray
McAlester
Coalgste Nilling Company
Cal Cou
Congate
Soldiers of 45th Division Get Christmas Flight Home
A few thousand 45th Division soldiers wonder if they are among 135 slated to fly home for Christmas to Oklahoma City Lawton Tulsa Enid McAlester and other centers via C 47 transports donated by Tinker AFB and Oklahoma resources. Flights aim to bring 25 men per aircraft with national guard and civil aviation support. selection based on centers of where men entered service. Funeral services set in La Grange Tex for traffic victim Bennie E Bordovsky 22 Houston infantry finisher died when car overturned. Bordovsky joined 179th Infantry HQ Company as a filler in November.
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Camp Pole
45Th Division
Oklahoma
Army
Klahoma City
Lawton
Tulsa
MacAlister
Enid
Tinker Air
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma Ir National Guard
George A. Fisher
Calishes
45Th Siders
la Grange
Tex
Camp Pols
Bennie E. Bordovsky
Houston
Bordovsky
179Th Infantry
Kerea
Cochrane
Missouri
Seventh Cavalry Regiment
Custer
Asia
Biggest POW ration pay goes to Sgt Clyde Stover
Sgt Clyde R Stover of Marlow receives the largest check of his career from the army, 57 dollars, for inadequate rations during 18 months as a prisoner of war in Germany. Liberated by the Fifth Army April 1945 after Salerno capture, he recalls 52 men walked 20 miles as Germans shifted POWs. He serves as mess sergeant in G company 179th infantry. Also noted are radio range tests by M Sgt Earnest Basinger and Sgt Fred H Moran of Oklahoma and California guardsmen, revealing limited five mile ranges among 45th signal company units and a relay canceling distance myths.
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Clyde R. Stover
Marlow
43Rd
Army
Germany
Fifth Army
Salerno
Italy
Stover
179Th Infantry
Earnest Basinger
Norman
Fred H. Moran
Oklahoma City
45Th Signal Company
California
45Th
West Coast
MR FIX Your Safe and Merry Christmas Fire Tips
Practical guidance urges choosing a fresh tree, watering regularly, placing it away from exits, and using flameproof decorations. Keep cords protected, use exterior lights outside, and turn off lights when unattended. Consider flameproof paper and safe disposal of wrapping to curb holiday fire risk.
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National Board of Fire
Divine All Cure Medicine Fails Amid Odisha Cholera Tragedy
In Orissa, hundreds dead and dying as cholera rages after crowds flocked to a 12 year old cowherd Nepal Baba who claimed a divine herbal remedy. Officials say the medicine is ineffective and mass evacuations, cremations, and quarantines are underway as pilgrims scatter to prevent further spread.
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New Delhi
Reas
Orissa
Rantali
India
Nepal
Iron money and trade notes in coastal Africa
Fragment describes iron currency used in Africa coast trade, bundles of ten axheads, tied and circulated for purchases, mentioning New York logs and insured lots. Reference to 5,500 and pinks money appears truncated, leaving unclear totals and context.
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Africa
New York
Jancer
Highschool Cage Teams Play Tuesday Night Schedule
Area high school basketball action is light this week with about half of the schools idle. Tupelo visits Francis for two games as the Francis Cadets chase wins. Caddo travels to Colgate for two games. Stratford hosts Wynnewood in two main outings. Byng welcomes Latta for a pair of fast contests. Fitzhugh goes to Rosedale for two. McLish and Tushka prepare for another Tuesday night of competitive play.
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Tupelo
Francis
Francis Ca- Bers
Coal Countians
Caddo
Colgate
Coalgate
Stratford
Wynner Wood
Byng
Latta
Fitzhugh
Rosedale
McLisa
Tushka
McLish
Aid to Yugoslavia Gets Publicity
Belgrade reports that American food relief for Yugoslavia is being promoted in the Communist press. The first U.S. ship arrived at Rijeka to aid a drought hit nation, greeted by Yugoslav officials and Ambassador George Allen.
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Belgrade
Yugoslavia
Rijeka
Fiume
Luba Babie
U. 3
George Allen
America
GM Orders Halt on 1954 Model Car Sales
GM General Motors told Chevrolet Pontiac and Cadillac dealers to halt sales of 1954 models amid government price controls. The Economic Stabilization Agency ordered rollback to December levels as Detroit and other automakers faced possible further halts while officials review the market. American firms including Ford and Nash had already announced price adjustments with the government reacting to swings in auto pricing. A White House and ESA spokesman avoided immediate commitments as talks continued.
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Detroit
Geo
General Motors Corporation
Pontiac
Audilee
Agener
Chrysier
Ford
Nash
Bre Orcer
Washington
White House
Economic Stabil Tation Agency
General Motors
Astior
Agencn
General _ Motors Corp
Ford Motor Co
Nash Motors
Cad Tae
Unclear Art Piece Sparks Technical Debate
Fragmentary report notes a dispute over sonic equipment and a testing method. It mentions energy, chemical processes, and a procedure described as electropolishing. No clear names, places, or dates are provided.
Strength goals set amid push for European defense
Amid talks among foreign ministers a plan foresees 1,003,000 ground troops by 1953 to deter Soviet aggression. A western European defense force would include German units, with steps outlined to reach 34 to 2 divisions by 1957. U S officials urged nations to act, while Gen Eisenhower was eyed to command the allied army.
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U.S Army
Frank Pace
Vectern
Unitnd
Europe
Truman
Eisenhower
Uni
George C. Marshall
U. S
Truman Says Need Additional Powers
President Truman told reporters at a White House conference that he needs expanded powers in government contracts and organization to handle wartime tasks. House leaders indicated he would draft a specific bill for Congress as papers are prepared. The session included Vice President Barkley and Senator Lucas, with no word on adjournment or Christmas recess.
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Washington
Trusman
Hou Sparker Rayburn
Tex
White House
Trueman
House
McCommack
Nass
Rayburmn
McCormack
Empressinnal
Barkity
Senate
Lucas
Navy
Congress
Symington May Be Defense Secretary
A White House source says President Truman is considering W. Stuart Symington for defense secretary to succeed Gen. George C. Marshall, who turns 70 December 11. The source notes no date set and mentions past ties to defense roles and Marshall’s retirement.
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Washington
White House
Truman
W. Stuart Semington
Sytringson
George C. Marshall
Treoren
Marshall
Louis Johnson
Felia
Marynall deiSeane
Whacky 1950s Accidents Parade Reels Odd Mishaps
A garbled but vivid column catalogs strange incidents from the era. It recalls Charles McCall’s swivel chair mishap and a toddler’s toilet-seat entrapment, plus a pistol-packing dog, a police officer’s pants mishap, and a Richmond man’s finger burns after party preparations. The roundup spans boats, cars, ponds, and stray livestock among other oddities.
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Philip Burrows
Hollywood
Calif
Philip
John Schlittler
John
Graham
Tex
Schitler
Tonald Otto
Detroit
Isto
Richmond
Ford
Maysville
Ind
White River
Reland
Emmet Holsapple
Short
Toledo
Hell
Jets and Cavalry Mark War in Korea
In Korea retired and active officers debate reviving horse cavalry in Asia. Maj. William Cochran Jr argues terrain favors cavalry for ambushes and rapid raids, noting mules can traverse rough paths where tanks struggle. Supporters recall Chinese use of horse units, while cavalry nostalgia runs high amid war impressions.
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Hal Boyle
U. S. Eighth Army
Korea
Europe
Dobbin
Asia
Maj
William Cochrane, Jr
Joplin
U S Sabre Jets in Korea Opener Race to a MiG Downing
In Korea, U S Air Force Sabre Jets claim a first combat victory as Lt Bruce Hinton of Stockton California shoots down a Russian MiG 15 ten miles south of Sinuiju. Col John Meyer hails the Sabre as superb noting its comfort and speed amid the five minute dogfight.
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U.S
Korea
America
Sinuiju
Coil
Bruce H. Hinton
Stockton
U. S. Air Force
Murcoc Air Base
California
Hinton
Tra
Paul W. Bryce, Jr
Lawrenceburg
Tenn
Rotarians Aid Kettle Drive For Ada Christmas Help
Rotarians and Salvation Army officials braved freezing weather to keep the kettles boiling for charity in Ada. Ada Rotary Club led the effort with Lions and Kiwanis teams to follow, aiding about 40 families through the Community Chest and Salvation Army to ensure help reaches those most in need.
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Rotary Club
Ada
Salvation Army
Ada Club
Lions Club
Yetarans
George Short
Ada Community Chest
Weekend Weather Plays Ada Suburban Forecast
Ada area saw light sprinkles from a passing cloud front but moisture remained scarce. Saturday reached around 40 with a low near 2, Sunday stayed near 48, then the temperature slid to about 4 degrees overnight despite clearing conditions.
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Peniolo¢e County
Car Misses Curve Four Die In Sunbury Crash
A car missing a curve on an uphill climb to Island Park bridge crashed onto a vehicle below. Four people died including a 38-year-old man’s wife and his 21-month-old daughter. Surviving occupants were taken for treatment. county coroner reported involuntary manslaughter charges may follow.
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Sunbury
Porceman
Leo G. Armbruster
Andrew Oades
Wilkes-Barre
Island Park
Susequehanna River
Ondes
Northumberland County
Ondas 3
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