Veterans Affairs clash with Bradley over policies stuns lawmakers
Washington reports show a heated exchange between Stelle and Bradley on VA policies. Stelle accuses CA of mismanaging disability and education claims, delays in records, and staff incompetence while urging Congress to probe the administration.
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Millard Ries
Drcsbled American Veterans
Dom
Bradley
Congress
Army
Navy
Vai
Steller
Legion
Iowa aeronautics commission backs runway talks in southwest Iowa
At a regional meeting in Des Moines delegates from southwest Iowa pressed the Iowa aeronautics commission to limit its reach, urging exclusion of satellite private fields from safety rules and arguing that runway standards should fall to the Civil Aeronautics Authority. The commission pledged to amend its directive, seek pilot group input, and keep safety discussions with pilots while promoting aviation growth.
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Iowa Aeronautics Commission
Iowa
Commission
Hotel Whitney
Southwest
Civil Aeronautics Authority
Guy Richardson
Jefferson
Commis
Commigsion
Towa
Menor
Rennh State
Nyseantet
Bes Moines
Aviddlon Council
Ee Aeronautics
Detriot Frigid Shortages Prompt Civilian Ration Fears
In Detroit on February 1 AP reports shortages affecting civilians amid wartime controls. Officials warn rationing may intensify as material scarcities continue to disrupt daily life and supply chains.
Keokuk Man Reports Warrant for Property Arrest
Keokuk police said EC McPherson announced a warrant exists for the arrest of Veron FE in connection with a property case. Details were not provided, and no charges were listed in the brief notice.
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Keokuk
Pottee Chet
McPherson
Weather Forecast Predicts Cold North Snow
Partly cloudy tonight with occasional light snow in the extreme north on Saturday. Colder tonight with rising temperatures in the south and west on Saturday. Shippers forecast: northern half 0 to 6 below, southern half 5 to 10 above.
Tulsa Woman Fights Through Crowd For Nylons
Bonnie Blackburn wrangled with shoppers to seize a pair of nylons amid a crowded store. She recalls slipping and dropping a Mosinee angel during the rush, and the items vanished through a drain.
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Tulsa
Okle
Bonnie Blackburn
Teachers are the new era at Iowa Education meet
Des Moines reports at the 91st annual Iowa State Education association convention 38 sectional meetings open with 38 000 attendance and 5 000 registrations. Charles F. Martin urges teachers to push for suitable public office candidates as Willard E. Givens notes cost of living rising 33 percent since 1941 while salaries rose only 11 percent.
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Des Moines
Olivia Oswald claims marriage to Bataan hero Wermuth
Olivia Josephine Oswald says she will travel to the United States to see Major Arthur Wermuth and insists they were married in Manila before Pearl Harbor. Wermuth, already married since 1935, denies the union as annulment proceedings move through Manila courts. Wermuth plans to pursue U.S. politics, with Democratic leaders in Traverse City considering a run against Senator Vandenberg.
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Manila
Olivia Josephine Oswald
United States
Arthur Wermuth
Bataan
America
Man Ad
Jaan
Wermuth
Chicago
Falee
Traverse City
Mich
U.S
Arthur E. Vandenberg
Animal Welfare League seeks permanent home for Elmer skunk
Chicago animal shelter seeks a permanent home for Elmer the skunk, described as genteel with polished claws and a sweet coat. Sgt Earl Cummins left Elmer at the league shelter saying prison life is no life for a skunk.
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Chicago
The
Animal Welfare League
Elmer
Earl Cummins
B 29 Crewman recounts safer life in service says
Fayettesville Iowa February 1 AP Clel Scouckgwann flew 36 sorties over Germany in a B 29 and a Super Fortess without injury. He says combat duty proved safer than civilian life back home. A tractor accident in retirement caused injuries to Orwoly, Joe and Mrs Schbuchmann were involved in an eye incident.
Bevan Demands UN Verdict On Greek Troop Crisis
London reports Russia urged the UN to blame Britain for Greece turmoil. Bevin pressed for a straight yes or no Security Council decision on whether British troops endanger world peace. Vishinsky accused Britain of contributing to disorder and Moscow warned of perpetual suspicion.
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London
Russia
United Nations Today
Greece
Britain
Ernest Bevin
Bevin
Moscow
White House Dance to Honor Chaves and Triganti
Worthington February 1 AP Miss Margaret Truman will host a White House dance February 7 the first since earlier days. The event honors Miss Gloria Chaves daughter of Senator Chaves and her fiancé St Jorge Trigtani at the executive mansion hosted by the First Lady.
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Worthington
Margaret Truman
White House
Gloria Chaves
Senator Chaves
Jorge Trigtani
Japanese Officers Sentenced by U.S. Court on Bataan Killings
Lt Gen Hikeotari Tajima was sentenced to hang by a U.S. military court. Eighteen other Japanese officers received lesser sentences for the execution of three U.S. Navy fliers in November 1944 on Bataan island off Luzon.
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Manila
Hikeotari Tajima
U.S
U. S. Navy
Bataan Island
Luzon
Sugar Prices to Rise Slightly More Than Half Cent
Washington AP Grebilization Director John C. Colle announced retail auger price increases will be slightly more than a half cent per pound. The effective date will be announced by the OPA.
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Washington
John C. Colle
OPA
Calumet cafe sale announced in Audubon area
The Calumet cafe at Third and Chestnut streets, operated by Mr. and Mrs. Camblin, will be sold to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McLeran of Kansea City. Camblins retire after forty years in business. Camblin has held prominent roles in Iowa Masonic circles.
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Calumet Cafe
Ross Camblin
Thomas McLeran
Kansea City
Audubon
Aow
Third and
Chestnut Streets
Camblin
East Sixth Street
Calumet
Fourth and
Walnut Streets
Atlantic Hotel
George F. Lang
Iowa Masonic Council
Iowa Masonic
Knights Templar of
Iowa
Swirling snow delays attempt to locate plane wreck
Swirling snow on Elk Mountain in Wyoming delayed a second search for a United Airlines tr Trans passenger plane believed to have crashed yesterday with one occupant. Visibility was poor and temperatures near zero, forcing a search party to retreat within 300 feet of the peak as fresh snow deepened to five feet with 12 foot drifts in places. United officials planned a Cheyenne survey flight but weather remained uncertain.
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Elk Mountain
Wye
Seattle
New York
United Airlines
Cheyenne
Leramie
Acros
House Backs Fast Strike Control Bill Amid Debate
Washington reports indicate strong support for a tough strike control bill with immediate rights of way. Despite initial GOP opposition, 165 Republicans voted against the measure while some moderates signaled tweaks. the American Farm Bureau Federation supports the Case plan and urged prompt action.
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Washington
Exid Emvatort
True
Eee
Ihy
American Farm Bureau Federation
OPA Faces Scarce Nylons Report Across Nation
A wartime report notes nylon shortages linger with older and new care items scarce. Director Walter D. Kline promises an early meeting while Walter Wright of the Omaha Grain Exchange says the practice is nationwide and apparently OPA approved.
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OPA
Aftrcs
Walter D. Kline
Walter Wright
Omaha Grain Exchange
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