15 Apr 1946
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1946
Page
1
Chiang Kai-shek presses a faster government reorganization to include Communist and other groups as tension eases. In Manchuria a critical battle rages near Szepingkai, 55 miles north of Kaiyuan, for the railway hub gateway to Shangchun. Communists besiege the Changchun garrison amid the fighting.
Attorney General Tom Clark ordered FBI probes into reports that meat packers inflated cattle prices to obtain government subsidies. Justice officials say bidding beyond permitted maxima to secure subsidies constitutes fraud on the United States.
Chiang Kai-shek calls a joint committee including Chou En-lai to resolve reorganization issues by April 20 while fighting continues around Szepingkai as Communist forces resist government advances. Chou emphasizes unsettled questions and Marshall’s upcoming arrival may ease the crisis.
In Butte Montana a second night of looting and arson targets nonstriking workers. Police report hundreds of robbers, many women and youths, wreck homes and windows while two youths are wounded. Gov. Ford weighs federal aid as peace officers struggle to control the unrest.
Texarkana reports a second pair killed as investigators tie the murder of Paul Martin and Betty Hooker to the earlier Griffin and Moore slayings. Officials from federal and state agencies examine .32 caliber shell cases while pursuing the suspected serial killer.
Iran decided to withdraw formal charges against Russia but most UN Security Council members kept the Iran case on the agenda to May 6. The council planned to reconvene as the Big Three split over Franco Spain and Poland charges, with Russia facing ongoing pressure even after Tehran's move.
President Truman called on the American republics to eradicate poverty and unrest that breed wars during Pan American Day. He urged hemispheric solidarity against reaction in the atomic era and praised Roosevelt and Hull for fostering good neighbor policy and UN foundations.
Washington reports the government will restore wartime slaughter controls soon. The OPA and Agriculture Department announce a joint quota system to improve meat distribution through established channels at ceiling prices.
Economic Stabilizer Chester Bowles testified that price controls may lift by June 30, 1947 in all but shortage areas if inflation is kept in check through year end 1946. He urged extending OPA beyond June 30, 1946 as House debate looms. Critics warn amendments could cripple controls and spark inflation.
In Shanghai on April 15, three Japanese officers were given five years hard labor for war crimes tied to the 1942 execution of three Doolittle airmen. A fourth defendant received nine years. The five man commission blamed higher officials for the deaths.
Des Moines report says Emperor Hirohito is studying Christian doctrine and will adopt Christianity in the near future as stated by Rev Bokko Tsuchiyama from Osaka at a Methodist youth rally yesterday.
Moscow reports a steady stream of essential raw materials after new trade agreements with eastern European allies and treaties with former adversaries. The assurances come as Soviet Russia strengthens economic ties and safeguards supplies critical to industry and wartime planning.
Amarillo public schools will observe Easter next Friday and Monday. Amarillo College will recess Friday Saturday and Monday.
A blue norther chilled Texas as Amarillo and surrounding areas saw temperatures fall from the day before. A trace of moisture was only reported at Pampa with light showers along the Canadian River basin. Forecasters expected clearing and cooler tonight with partly cloudy, warmer conditions tomorrow.
Weather summary for Amarillo and West Texas states that clouds and strong northerly winds ease by late afternoon. Tonight will be cooler with clearing skies. Tuesday brings partly cloudy and warmer conditions. Highlights include highs 53 this afternoon, 72 tomorrow, and lows around 37.
The House passed a bill extending the draft law from May 15 to February 15 next year and delaying inductions until after October 15. The measure passed 290 to 108 and bans inductions of 18 and 19 year olds, limits force size, and caps service at 18 months while allowing possible reinstatement after October 15 if needed.
U S authorities revealed the existence of a postwar Nazi operated werewolf organization in China.
London dispatch says Spain restricts German companies operating on Spanish soil to placate UN criticism. The report notes UN Security Council scrutiny over alleged German scientists in the Bilbao area and Polish charges about war instrument research.
Houston announces housing week is delayed two weeks due to no housing for guest speakers. In Los Angeles a frame house on the airport grounds was reported stolen to police. Douglas Craig, ex Army major, dropped yellow handbills from a plane seeking a vacant house or apartment.
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