US plan to name UN Palestine commissioner proposed
The United States urged the UN to appoint a high commissioner for Palestine to mediate Jewish Arab differences and coordinate shared services. The emissary would report to the UN and be funded by the body, with no governmental powers and a potentially indefinite term.
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Marshall Rejects Soviet-US Conference But Eyes UN Outreach
Secretary of State Marshall rejected any Soviet American conference for a general settlement. He kept doors open to improved dealings with Russia in the United Nations and other diplomatic channels. He noted Molotov’s Moscow statement as a potential sign of future peace and stressed U S policy remains unchanged.
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Flooding Hits Sabine and Trinity Rivers in East Texas
Heavy spring rains flood the Sabine and Trinity rivers in East Texas with six inch rains causing railroad washouts and highway damage. Water levels threaten crops and rail traffic, with trains rerouted and many services canceled as roads and fields suffer.
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Amarillo and Vicinity Weather Outlook
Partly cloudy with rising temperatures through Thursday and Friday. Lower plains show advisory level warmth with afternoon highs near 68 degrees and morning lows around 45. Precipitation not expected. sunrise at 5:45 AM with clear skies through the period.
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Lana Turner Hosts Brief London Press Conference
Lana Turner met British reporters in a London hotel suite as she honeymooned with Henry J. Topping. The British Press Association called the event the strangest and most humiliating press conference yet held in Britain. Only two reporters were admitted after delays.
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Johnson Enters Race for O'Daniels Senate Post
Rep. Lyndon Johnson of Texas announces his candidacy for the US Senate to succeed W. Lee O Daniel. He cites youth and independence, recalls his 1941 loss by 11 votes, and outlines a statewide campaign starting at Woolridge Park in Austin.
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O Daniel avoids comment on Johnson Senate bid
Texas Senator O Daniel said he would not comment on Lyndon Johnson’s announcement to run for the Senate and that he plans a Texas trip this week possibly to reveal his own reelection plans. He noted no speaking engagements and suggested more candidates would be better.
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Army seeks 1.669 million in new year enlistments
Senate briefed on manpower needs as enlistments lag quits. The 70 group Air Force bill clears, awaiting President Truman signature. Draft and reserve forces would rise to 1.795 million regulars and 1.52 million reserves with 14 billion dollar budget.
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Daily News Index Al's Radio Ser Amarillo's Oldest
An index entry from the Daily News Index features Al's Radio Service as Amarillo's oldest radio shop, cataloging its long-running presence and local market role. The listing underscores the shop's historical status in the community.
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Danny Hale Returns After Three Day Absence
The Daily News comic feature Danny Hale, famed frontiersman and scout, makes a triple appearance on page 6 after a three day absence. Jeanny’s episode continues on page 23. He was briefly lost between New York City and Amarillo while pursuing a modern trail to the News office.
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Once Over Lightly by Walter Seigenthaler
A pithy reflection on secretary training and handwriting reading. The piece notes it takes about two years to learn secretarial work and two more to read the boss's handwriting. It also comments that a compliant "yes" man emerges from intense conformity.
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Walter Seigenthaler
Bank errors flag $11 385 overage in woman’s order
A San Francisco bank flagged a mispaid money order of 11 500 instead of 115 to a young woman, later identified as Helen Leamon of Jamaica Long Island stage name Helen Blos som. Police issued an SOS bulletin to inform her before she mails the orders. The bank notes she has a sister act and a Waco engagement.
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Jamaica
Long Island
Helen Blossom
Waco
Russell Long Named Executive Counsel to Gov Earl Long
Baton Rouge on May 12 reports Russell B. Long the son of Huey P. Long was appointed executive counsel to his uncle Governor Earl K. Long. The move places the Long family at the heart of state government as Earl Long continues to steer policy from the governor's mansion.
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Olney Farmer Harvests First Winter Wheat Near Olney
Olney in Young County reported the season's first winter wheat harvest near Olney by Elmer E. Hennig of Ingleside. He averaged about 12 bushels per acre from a 450 acre field and tested 60 pounds per bushel with 14.5 percent moisture. He was offered $2.12 per bushel and planned to decide on selling or storing. County agent Dunkle predicted county yields of eight to ten bushels per acre.
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What Am I Saying Happiness
Cartoon caption style humor notes happiness as a pursuit guaranteed by the constitution but requires effort. It contrasts people who spread happiness by presence with those who spread it by departure, credited to Frank Morean and dated 1948 N. Post Corp.
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Paternity suit against Gov. Folsom challenged in court
Attorneys for Gov. James E. Folsom and Christine Putman Johnston argued for hours over the paternity suit’s validity. Judge Crow took the case under advisement and gave 10 days to file briefs. no decision expected for weeks. Folsom recently married Jamelle Moore amid questions that the suit lacks grounds and jurisdiction.
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Christine Putman Johnston
Folsom
Worley Pushes Battle for Dam on Canadian River
Eugene Worley of the Panhandle intends to introduce a House bill this week to authorize a dam on the Canadian River in Texas. He seeks rapid passage and has held talks with appropriations committees and expects a survey ordered by the Interior Department to assess need.
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Amarillo
Governor Jester Leads Caldwell County Centennial Parade
Lockhart May 12 Governor Beauford Jester led a historical parade as a feature of Caldwell County’s centennial celebration.
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Beauford Jester
Caldwell County
National Cotton Week Proclaimed in Texas
Austin reports Governor Beauford H. Jester proclaimed May 17 to 22 as National Cotton Week in Texas highlighting the crop and its industry in the state.
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Siamese Robbers Hijack Two Million Dollar Gold Shipment
A gang of 20 to 30 armed men hijacked a two million dollar international gold shipment in Bangkok as it moved to a customs house. $270,000 was recovered when police spotted men dividing gold from three boxes. the rest remains missing. Police say guards were bound to trees while driver was arrested. International air traffic paused while searches continued. The gold, owned by four Burmese firms, may impact Premier Phibun Songgram's government if unsolved.
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Senator Taylor Attacks Forrestal as Potential Hitler
Senator Taylor of Idaho labels Secretary Forrestal a potential Hitler during a Senate speech accusing President Truman of mismanaging policy toward Russia. Senator Knowland of California rebukes Taylor, saying his remarks aid the Kremlin and mislead the public.
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Eighth Grader at 70 Earns Diploma in Cleveland
In Cleveland on May 12 a 70 year old woman, Mrs. Rose Koeenig from Budapest, graduates eighth grade tonight. She likes American history and finds spelling hardest, saying she is too old for high school but has learned much. She joins 75 other students receiving diplomas at the elementary extension schools honor program.
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Farmers May Get Better Tax Break
Washington May 12 The House Ways and Means Committee approved a plan to give farmers a bigger income tax break for soil and water conservation outlays. Under current law such expenditures are capital items. the proposal would allow deduction in the year of the outlay for soil and water conservation and erosion prevention efforts.
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NOON Club Meetings in Amarillo Schedule
Amarillo noon gatherings include NOON Optimists at Mexican Inn with members and guests, NOON San Jacinto Kiwanis at Youth Center with members, and NOON Rotary at Herring Hotel with members and guests. Evening items list Panhandle Water and Sewer Works Assn at city hall, Boy Scout Court of Honor at First Baptist Church with parents and friends, and a 8:15 PM civic play The Barretta of Wimpole Street at Amarillo Little Theater Municipal Auditorium for the public.
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