McCarthy cites bourbon and Benedictine in MacArthur remarks
In Washington April 12 AP says House Republican Leader McCarthy raised the possibility Gen Douglas MacArthur may fly to the United States next week to address Congress. He attacks President and officials as the Hiss crowd and references bourbon and Benedictine in a broader critique of Western civilization and government.
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Glimpse of MacArthur Saga Opens in The Riddle of Arthur
Editor notes begin serial publication of John Gunther's book The Riddle of MacArthur detailing Far East events and U S policy. Installment 1 recalls General MacArthur's unarmed plane the Bataan approaching Japan on August 30 1945 as he dozed.
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MacArthur’s gamble and the quiet dawn over Fuji
Gen Courtney Whit ney wakes MacArthur as Mount Fujiyama glows. The general’s decision to accept Japan’s capitulation in Tokyo Bay is hailed as a historic gamble amid a still formidable 2.5 million strong Japanese army. Experts warn of long guerrilla war and lasting resentment, predicting heavy guards and renewed hostility.
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MacArthur May Address Congress Despite White House Rift
Republican leaders push to invite General MacArthur to a joint Senate House session. He may return from Japan earlier than planned and address Congress next week. Democrats split with Kerr opposing the idea as a risky move while some Republicans seek a large hall and a party conference if faced with opposition.
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Bell submits new data on profits in rate case
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company sent a letter to the city commission providing additional information for its rate increase request. The company claims a 39 percent rise in overall income with local operations showing a net profit of $98,847.70. Andersen firm was engaged by the city to review the figures after the company initially failed to supply necessary details.
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Truman Explains Ouster of MacArthur in Korea Policy
President Truman defended his dismissal of Gen. Douglas MacArthur saying the general disagreed with his plan to prevent a world war by limiting the Korean conflict. He argued crushing a new Communist spring offensive could deter further aggression and lead to a peaceful UN governed settlement. Republicans challenged his containment policy as Democrats rallied to support his decision.
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Soviet Echo Condemns MacArthur Dismissal In Korea
The Soviet press and The Literary Gazette react to General MacArthur's removal. Moscow calls the act a scapegoating for reverses, while Khronدics in Tokyo report Radio Korea blaming MacArthur for defeats and imperialist war aims.
US 40th Infantry Division Reaches Yokohama
Additional elements of the US 40th Infantry Division arrived at Yokohama today aboard aid transports, expanding American forces in Japan as of April 12.
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Weather and War News From Amarillo to Korea
Amarillo gardeners fear a late last spring freeze while statistics cloud the date. In Asia, American warplanes downed multiple jets in two major air battles over northwest Korea, with 152 jets involved in the largest jet clash yet.
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Pantex Plan Delayed by Changes, Bids Still May Open May 15
Plans and specifications for a Pantex construction project are delayed about a week due to plan changes. Bids for the total contract, estimated at a million dollars, will still be opened May 15 at 2 PM at the Herring Hotel. The scope includes four reinforced concrete buildings, a steel frame cafeteria, solvent storage, badge exchange and gate houses, a two story fire station, and related modifications. Inspection will be allowed at Silas Mason Company, Pantex Plant, and F W Dodge Corporation.
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State officials list taxed slot machines in Texas
Dallas County leads Texas in slot machine tax payments with 1579 machines, followed by Tarrant 1547 and Galveston 1313. The list shows machines with federal tax payments since last July 1, 1950, but officials caution counts may not reflect current availability as many counties eliminated machines.
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Three Strikes and The Umpire's Out
CAMP PICKETT Virginia April 12 Pvt Noel B Fuquay umpired a softball game and was escorted off the field by three burly men after a string of questionable calls Fuquay defended his calls saying he calls em as I see em.
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Amarillo Area Winds Diminish Tonight With Warmer Temps
The Weather Bureau reports strong northerly winds 35 to 45 mph this afternoon near Amarillo and vicinity, diminishing tonight. Clear skies bring slightly warmer temperatures today tonight and Friday. The high for the 24-hour period ending 6:30 this morning was 47 degrees. West Texas remains fair and warmer today and tonight with Friday partly cloudy and warmer.
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Truman begins seventh year as U S president
President Harry S Truman starts his seventh year in office marking six years since he became president after Franklin D Roosevelt died on April 12 1945. The note highlights the transition from vice presidency to the presidency.
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Wage Board Decision Due
Washington reports President Truman may name a new Wage Stabilization Board within 48 hours. Industry and labor leaders at a White House meeting urge a board with public membership only if agreement on structure fails. Pressure mounts to resolve disputes piling behind the wage freeze as Eric Johnston notes limited options.
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Globe-News invites reader letters on MacArthur sacking
The Globe-News seeks reader feedback on President Truman's handling of Gen. Douglas MacArthur's dismissal. Prizes of 15, 10 and 5 dollars will be awarded for the best three letters under 100 words. Letters must be postmarked by midnight April 15 and addressed to MacArthur Editor, The Globe-News.
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