19 Mar 1949
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Newspaper
Austin American
Location
Austin, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1949
Page
1
Light to heavy frost is forecast for Austin and surrounding high country Saturday with 35 degrees in town and higher elevations spared. Forecasters warn open country and hill valleys could suffer severe damage to young vegetables and flowers without protection as winds ease and temperatures rise into the upper 60s by afternoon.
Tass says American papers expose the anti-Soviet nature of the Atlantic treaty and claim pact talks were secret. It citesColumnist Kenesaw Mountain Landis II of the Chicago Sun Times alleging the first billion dollar lend-lease bill underwrites a military coalition encircling the Soviet Union from Turkey to Svalbard.
Jo Ann Edwards, 21, injured in a Jan. 17 traffic crash near Odessa began her third month of unconsciousness in an Odessa hospital. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs M J Edwards of Rankin and was a Midland newspaper employee.
The series exposes overcrowded, understaffed Texas mental hospitals with long patient waiting lists. J. P. Porter's eight part report, The Shame of Texas, debuts in The Austin American and continues in the Statesman.
The United States and six allies released the Atlantic Pact detailing an armed attack clause that would trigger quick U.S. retaliation if Western Europe is attacked. Secretary Acheson said all signatories would aid the attacked nation and report actions to the UN Security Council. The treaty outlines a regional council, a defense committee, and plans for mutual aid, with Spain and Portugal noted as potential members and a 10 year review.
In Rome the Chamber of Deputies narrowly approved Italy's adherence to the North Atlantic alliance by a 342 to 170 vote. Supporters celebrated while Communist opponents clashed, hurling chairs and missiles as sergeants at arms restored order after a noisy debate on De Gasperi's foreign policy.
London reports Foreign Secretary Bevin frames the North Atlantic treaty as the West’s shield against Soviet influence and war. He contrasts it with the UN and League of Nations, while leaders in Britain France Italy and Belgium hail the pact as a peace defense and a bulwark against communism.
Tickets to the Texas Democratic dinner at the City Coliseum are selling fast with 1100 reservations and payments for a $25 plate. Speaker Sam Rayburn will keynote from Washington, as officials note no more than 1500 can be seated and tickets may be addressed to Austin officials or Willard Houser for the fundraiser to reduce the party deficit.
Washington reports a proposed North Atlantic treaty insisting on collective defense: sponsors include the United States and Canada with several European nations to join. The pact defines attack as any armed assault on member territory or forces and commits aid, including possible armed force, with UN Security Council notice required. Signing expected in early April with ratification by the US Senate. Length set at 21 years with a 10 year review. New members by unanimous agreement may join any European state upholding treaty principles.
The article outlines a shift from a single world dream to a multipart bloc system. It details the Atlantic alliance including the US, Britain, France, and others with possible additions like Italy and Iceland. It notes a Western Hemisphere Pact of Rio and possible Asiatic blocs led by India Pakistan and Arab countries.
Senator Lyndon Johnson of Texas entered Bethesda Naval Hospital in Washington on Friday for examination and treatment of a kidney ailment. Aides said his condition is not serious and he would remain for several days. A prior kidney issue had led him to Rochester, Minnesota last summer, impacting his campaign.
Voice of America devoted day long broadcasts in 23 languages to the Atlantic pact terms. State Department spokesman said news programs carried the treaty details and included statements by President Truman and Secretary of State Acheson, with aims to reach Russia and the zone of influence.
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