Reds blame British for air crash over Berlin
The Soviet News Bureau accused a British airliner of violating flying regulations and causing a Berlin crash that killed 15, contradicting Britain’s claim that the Russian fighter rammed the British jet. Russia also announced a Communist plebiscite in its zone for a unified German government set for May and June, endorsed by the German Peoples Congress.
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Wisconsin primary upsets shake GOP delegate prospects
An early Wisconsin tally shows Harold Stassen leading General MacArthur and Gov. Dewey for delegates, with Dewey claiming he remains ahead overall. MacArthur may stay in the race, while Stassen eyes 18 to 45 total delegates, and Dewey holds 108 pledged votes nationwide with At-large targets.
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Thomas F. Dewey
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Nue
Victor Johnston
Minnesota
Harold Stassen
New Hampshire
Oklahohoma
Maine
State Republican Committee
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Senate confirms Paul Hoffman Erie Recovery Program director
In Washington on April 7 the Senate unanimously confirmed Paul Hoffman as director of the European Recovery Program to implement the Western Europe aid plan. Truman named Hoffman yesterday, and he indicated a skeleton organization could be in place within a week. Hoffman expects to name a deputy administrator and roving ambassador soon and said he has no Europe travel plans initially.
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Great Britain
House of Representative
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New York
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Colmer
Mississippi
House Democrats
Pistol Shot Injures Lena Drake in Accidental Shooting
Mrs Lena Drake 17 is hospitalized with a bullet wound to the upper chest after an accidental shooting by her husband Glen Drake 24 at their home 908 Buchanan. The incident occurred shortly after 11 am when Drake returned from Central Fire Station.
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Freedom Train visit outlined for Amarillo May 27
Eric Friedheim of the American Heritage Foundation outlined preparations for the Freedom Train arrival in Amarillo on May 27. Mayor Lawrence Hagy and C. T. Davis led efforts with plans to observe Freedom Week May 23 27 and raise about 2500 to cover roughly 6000 cost for bringing the train not a canoe.
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Contempt citation in coal strike case against John L Lewis
Attorney General Clark obtained a contempt citation against John L Lewis and the United Mine Workers for defying an order to end the coal strike. Federal Judge T Alan Gold borough ordered Lewis to appear in district court to show cause why he should not be found in contempt for failing to call off the stoppage. The Justice Department's action followed negotiations, with high officials from US Steel and Pittsburgh Consolidation seeking a settlement on pensions.
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Justice Department
Weather forecast fragment for Amarillo and West Texas
Fragmented forecast notes indicate considerable high cloudiness and warm temperatures across Amarillo and vicinity through Thursday. For West Texas and New Mexico the report hints at partly cloudy skies, minor temperature changes, and a windy afternoon with diminishing winds tonight. a low around 69 degrees is mentioned.
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Texas Tech President Resigns From College Post
Texas Technological College President W. M. Whyburn will resign effective August 31 after accepting an invitation to pursue advanced creative work at another major university. Charles C. Thompson, board chairman, says a successor selection is under discussion and further details will follow after formal action by the appointing university.
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W.M. Whyburn
Texas Technological College
Charles C. Thompson
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Atomic Tests Now in Progress at Isolated Eniwetok
Honolulu April 7 report states a secret series of atomic weapons tests is under way at isolated Eniwetok. US only witnesses are specialists. tests aim to show wartime use of atomic energy by the armed forces. Possible bomb drops from planes and warhead use on guided missiles are anticipated.
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Honolulu
Lary
United States
US Atomic Energy Commission
Eniwetok
William 8. Parsons
Guinea
Roger M. Ramey
Eighth Air Force
July Dates Set for Next Panhandle Market Week
The Panhandle Market Week committee led by W. H. Gattis set July 11 and 12 for the next market week. The fall showings will be at the Herring, Amarillo, and Pioneer hotels with sponsor Amarillo Chamber of Commerce. Ann Howell, secretary of Market Week, was introduced to the committee.
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Panhandle
Herring
Amarillo
Pioneer
Amarillo Chamber of Commerce
Ann Howell
Trustee-Elect Barred as River Road Sees Seat Dispute
River Road Independent School District trustees refuse to seat write-in winner John Manzella after minutes show he cannot read or write English. Mrs. J. N. Childers is sworn in as the first woman on the board since 1928. State education authorities are being asked to rule. a special meeting is set for April 20 to decide Manzella's future.
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River Road
State Department of Education
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Manella
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Pavillard
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Williams-Boyce Agency
Air Arm Boost May Prompt Strength Rise
The House Armed Services Committee today backed a subcommittee proposal to raise air force strength from 55 to 70 groups. The move signals legislative support but acts as a sentiment and authorization measure rather than immediate deployment.
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