81st Congress Dies amid war crisis and policy splits
Washington reports the 81st Congress dies amid Korea era crisis with Senate and House clashes over Alaska Hawaii statehood, civil defense funding, and defense spending. Truman seeks rapid passage of wartime and postwar measures, while isolationist critics and internationalists intensify. The House acts on civil defense plans and excess profits tax, with broad implications for defense and federal agencies.
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Civil Rights Supporters To Oppose McFarland
Washington reports reveal civil rights advocates ready to oppose Senator McFarland of Arizona as the 82nd Congress opens. Backers claim pledges from 29 of 49 Democratic votes and discuss caucus strategy while Republicans plan to reelect Taft, Millikin, and Wherry.
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Retail Prices Continue High In Britain Worst To Come
Britain faces escalating retail prices as wholesale increases from wartime pressures bite. Prices rose across textiles and everyday goods, with candles, clothing fibers, batteries, gasoline, and spare parts all climbing sharply. Consumers face higher costs this autumn as wages fail to keep pace.
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Minstrel King John W. Vorel Dies at 88
John W. Vorel, famed minstrel show pioneer known as the minstrel king, died at a Columbus rest home aged 88. Funeral services will be held at Ware Funeral Home in Chillicothe. A longtime show business figure, he once owned Vorel's Big City Minstrel Show and began in 1900s as an advance man for the Sells Brothers Circus.
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Soviet General Heads Red Forces in Korea
Report claims Marechal Zhukov would head a joint Russian Chinese command from Mukden in Manchuria with Geor i Kot as a senior figure. the existence of a unified HQ allegedly reported to American authorities before December 2.
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GOP Control Streamlines Ohio Assembly Opens with Fewer Committees
Republicans seized control of Ohio's 99th General Assembly presenting a streamlined operation. They cut standing committees from 17 to 12, aiming to reduce intercommittee conflicts and boost efficiency. Senate leaders and opening ceremonies drew several hundred spectators on New Year’s Day as Chief Justices swore in members.
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US pushes UN action against Red China in Korea crisis
Amid new Chinese Communist attacks in Korea, the United States pressed for United Nations measures against Peiping. American diplomats held talks with Britain and France on a joint approach while Rau and Fawzi discussed with India’s Rau and Bey. The aim is a minimum demand to force Peiping to halt aggression or face UN action.
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War Bonds for Overtime Proposed by Senator Douglas
Senator Douglas of Illinois proposed paying overtime with government bonds rather than cash to curb inflation. He said it could reduce inflation risks and cushion workers against unemployment after the crisis, though no action is planned now. The plan parallels the president’s saving push and may be studied by advisers.
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Holmes Rites Planned for Miss Loma J Holm
Albany funeral notices announce services for Miss Loma J Holm who died Sunday in Columbus. Rites set for 1 30 p m at Higony funeral home with visitation at the residence. Survived by brothers Holmes Al pany and Everett P Holmes Haid Phoebe Jerman of Hebbardsville.
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President Signs Bill Limiting Slot Machine Shipments
President Truman signed a bill prohibiting shipment of slot machines and related gauges across state lines. The measure imposes fines and jail terms for violations and aims to curb a million dollar slot machine trade. The act follows an Attorney General conference on organized crime held last February.
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General Walker Buried Near Pershing in National Cemetery
General W H Walker buried near Pershing at national cemetery as Army honors a career spanning three wars. The ceremony, marked by salutes and a gun salute, drew military officials and cross service representatives to reflect on the general’s service and leadership. Local observers noted the quiet ceremony and the significance of Walker’s contributions to the Army’s legacy.
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Death of Chicago's famed gorilla Bushman
Chicago mourns Bushman the gorilla at Lincoln Park Zoo after 20 years as the city’s top attraction. The 38 year old, 550 pound giant died New Year’s morning following arthritis and health struggles, weighing have-costs and decades of popular displays. Lincoln Park officials call him irreplaceable, noting he drew millions yearly and a silk painting will honor him with his pelt mounted at the Chicago Natural History Museum.
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Rail sabotage suspected near Valley Junction on New Year’s eve
County police and New York Central officials investigate a sabotaged railroad tie placed on the New York Central tracks near Valley Junction. The crack streamliner Whitcomb Riley struck the tie at 70 miles per hour Sunday night, causing damage but no injuries. Detectives Wehrner and Boers report ground marks show the tie was dragged eight feet and split by the wheels.
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Air Force to Get Two Giant Hydraulic Presses
The Air Force announced plans to acquire two massive hydraulic presses that will mold metal as if it were clay, speeding production of aircraft parts. The presses, described as the largest of their kind, are expected to boost payload capacity and range, signaling a major advance in future airpower capabilities.
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General Wainwright Home Ransacked in San Antonio
General Jonathan Wainwright’s San Antonio residence was looted with the drawer and filing case broken open. The only missing items were a few personal belongings including pistols and jewelry. fingerprints reportedly avoided.
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Truman Appeals For March of Dimes Support
President Truman asked for backing of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis as the foundation launches its annual March of Dimes drive. The campaign aims to raise funds to combat infantile paralysis and assist affected families nationwide.
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South Amboy Blast Found Caused by Lax Conduct
A House committee report blames lax handling across agencies for the May 19 South Amboy ammunition explosion that killed 34, injuring several and causing property damage over 10 million dollars. The Coast Guard, manufacturers, shippers, and others face criticism for lax practices in explosives loading destined for Panat n.
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Cold British Weather Triggers Power Crisis
Freezing weather and heavy snow deepen Britain’s fuel and power crisis as Prime Minister Attlee calls coal mine union leaders to a conference. The state electricity system urges nationwide power saving while cuts reach about 14 percent in most areas.
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Vanguard Grows Within 1 Percent Miles of South Capital
Six Chinese Communist armies struck in northeastern Korea reaching within 17 air miles of Seoul as Allied forces retreated. MacArthur's HQ cited heavy enemy casualties from air and ground fighting with renewed red offensives aiming to trap Seoul and threaten major roads toward Tongduchon and Uijongbu.
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Russia Has A Bombs, Dean States
Atomic Commission Chairman Gordon Dean said Russia has the atomic bomb in response to a question at a news conference. He noted debate over whether the Soviets exploded a bomb in 1949 and discussed whether bombs are made outside the United States and Russia. He avoided answering whether Truman ordered bombs to be sent to armed forces, and he commented on costs and numbers in a candid exchange.
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Holiday death toll drops over New Year weekend
The nation’s accidental death toll over the New Year’s holiday fell from the Christmas peak. About 1100 people died in violent accidents during the long weekend, with over 800 killed in traffic incidents and a Safety Council estimate of about 35,000 traffic fatalities for 1950.
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C K Parrett Dies Chairman of Athens County Election Board
C K Parrett 72 longtime attorney and chairman of Athens County Board of Elections died Monday night at Sheltering Arms Hospital after a weeklong illness of heart disease. A native of Thornville he taught law in Muskingum County before moving to Athens County 19 years ago. Survived by wife Mes Parrett five children and three sisters funeral Thursday 2 pm at First Methodist Church with burial in Rose Hill Cemetery. An Elks memorial service will be held Wednesday at the funeral home.
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West Virginia man found dying in filthy chicken coop
Tincton, W Va 21 year old Leo Specek faced his last days in a cold unheated coop on his mother's Les laze property near Lesage. Health authorities found him last week after long months of suffering, unable to walk, dying on straw in the coop.
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Fire destroys parsonage and damages church in Gambier
A fire yesterday leveled the Epworth Methodist Church parsonage and lightly damaged the church itself. No injuries were reported as firefighters from Gambier Mount Vernon and Danville battled the blaze. Cause was not immediately determined.
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Weather forecast for Columbus region weekend temperatures shift
Forecast shows Columbus temperatures averaging near normal with normal highs around 36 to 32 and lows near 21 to 6. Expect mild midweek, with a weekend shift bringing light rain and unsettled conditions as temperatures trend up and down through the period.
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