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Austin American in Austin, Texas

31 Aug 1949

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Austin American

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Austin, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1949

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5

Shirley May Resumes Channel Practice After Harbor Meet

Shirley May France, 17, resumes练 swimming practice amid Dover harbor scenes and a brief clash with Brenda H?lser, Olympic 400 meter gold medalist. Brenda decides channel swimming not for her, preferring pool events. Shirley May plans to attempt the Channel next weekend depending on weather.

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Channel Swimming Industry America Pean Shirley May France Dover Brenda Helser Brenda San Francisco Paris Marie Hassan Hamad England J. Walter France
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FEPC Must List Agreed By Solons On Civil Rights

Washington reports Rep Sabath says Truman places FEPC and civil rights bills in must category. Action unlikely before House recess but Sabath will push to move legislation after September 21. Philadelphia hosts American Legion veterans parade with 30 000 marchers, 150 bands, and nationwide participation.

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