California Democrat Not Ready To Talk On Truman Run
Washington report notes mixed signals on President Truman seeking re election as California Democratic leaders and other officials react to Luckey remarks. Key figures including Senate and House leaders weigh whether the president will run, while party spokesmen caution there is no final decision.
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Qoe
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Los Antos
Fornia Democratic Cenal Committee
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United States
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Thomas Erey
New York
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Mlinois
House
J. Percy Priest
Hessee
Fragmentary notes from a busy social page in flux
The jumbled passage mentions residents planning trips to Florida Houston and Valley Forge, plus acquaintances Irene Perkins Alam Watson and Glenn. It hints at media intrigue, a book on activities, a magazine profile, and a sales rush for copies as several people discuss purchases and travel plans.
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Perkins
Houston
George
Adams
Valley Forge
Reber
Alam Watson
Wob
Teas Wilks
Glenn
Ime
McCarthy
Shivers Forces Beat Off Fees Of Omnibus Tax Hike
Austin reports the Texas House rejected cuts to the omnibus tax increase, sticking with a 10 percent boost on a broad range of goods. Supporters argued the higher levy funds hospital operation and maintenance, while opponents urged eight percent as a reasonable amount. The vote maintained administration momentum on the bill amid debates over revenue and tax policy.
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Shivers
Austin
Preston Mangum
Douglas Bergman
Dallas
Mangum
Henderson
Rogers
Fleming
House
Santa Claus Hasn't Come After All
Texas motorists are reminded that only holders of the new type of permit will be notified of expiration. Old style licenses require renewal applications via mailed stub and money order. After obtaining the new permit, the motorist will receive automatic expiration notice.
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Austin
Feb
Texas
Department of Public Safety
Gasoline In Big Transport Floods Road Collision Near Cedar Bayou
Walter Ballard, 22, critically injured in a head on crash on Highway 146 near Cedar Bayou Bridge. A gasoline transport and a car plus a mule-drawn wagon collided with a truck. the scene left a burning, demolished wreck as witnesses and drivers gave varying accounts. Lester DeBardelaben, 23, prevented fire by disconnecting a sparing battery cable. Tom Owens, 63, frightened as mules ran away. Investigation by officers continues as witnesses differ on approach.
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Walter Ballard
Cedar Bayou Bridge
Ballard
Jeff
Lester DeBardelaben
Duncan Ofl Company
Houston
Baytown
Ballarats
Debarceélaben
Tom Owens
Chambers County
DeSardeia
Reopening Mine Negotiations May End Coal Strike
Washington reports the government aims to revive coal contract talks to coax John L Lewis and his miners back to work as the nation faces a crushing coal crisis. Talks open tomorrow with 400000 soft coal workers still striking, while authorities consider contempt actions if the strike continues. The three major mine segments accepted reopening talks yesterday.
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Washington
John J. Lewis
Justice Department
Department
Lewis
Richmond B. Keech
Seturder
United Mine Workers
Taft-Hartley
Must Have Title To Get Car Tags
Must present both certificate of title and 1949 license receipt to buy a 1950 auto tag. Mrs Beard the Massey, deputy tax collector for East Herris County, warned that you must show both. Tags go on sale Thursday at the branch office and at Weingarten stores. If a title application was filed within 30 days a copy is accepted.
Rufus Bergeron Donates City Sewer Manhole Work
Councilman Rufus Bergeron offers to volunteer labor on four sewer projects, building 15 brick and concrete manholes this spring and summer. He will provide labor while the city supplies materials, saving an estimated 700 in contract costs. Projects include storm sew ers on South Fourth and West Sterling and sanitary sew ers on Cedar Bayou Road and Nolan Road.
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Rufus Bergeron
Bergeron
South Fourth
West Sterling
Cedar Bayou Road
Nolan Road
Roseland
Jeff Stroud Announces He Will Not Seek Re election
Baytown council races shape up as Jeff Stroud says he will not run for a second term. Stroud, a Baytown Refinery employee, plans to retire after a single term and urges more residents to serve. Fellow incumbent Feby Godfrey also won't run, while Dr. HL Le Davis has not stated but is not expected to seek another term. Holdovers include Mayor J A Ward and councilmen Bergeron Williams and Pruett.
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Jeff Stroud
Baytown
Stroud
Feby Godfrey
HL LE Davis
Godfrey
Dr. Davis
Iss
J. A. Ward
Rufus Bergeron
W. C. Williams
R. H. Pruett
City Council Keeps Building Code As Is
Humble Oil and Refining will need 12 inch masonry walls for a new service station at Texas and Main unless a revised code is adopted. After two hours of debate the council deferred a vote to preserve the code, with only Councilman Godfrey pressing for action. City Attorney Donoghue warned the council against waiving code compliance, saying it would be illegal to issue any permit allowing less than a 12 inch wall in the fire zone.
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Chester Bulgier
Humble Oil and Refining Company
Texas and Main
Fehy Godfrey
Godfrey
J. A. Ward
R. F. Pruett
Jeff Stroud
Humble
David Donoghue
Council
Donoghue
School Additions Ordered Bids Open March 13
Bids for three additions to Baytown public schools will be opened March 13. Projects include Lamar Elementary two four classroom annexes, Horace Mann Junior High vocational shop, and a Baytown Tanner High fine arts annex. A 15000 limit was set. final bond issue funding remains.
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Sbaytown
Lamar
Horace Mann Junior
Baytown Tanner High
George Ingram
Herbert Voelcker
Houston
Horace Mann Vocational
Baytown Junior High
General Contractors
No Progress In Phone Dispute
Washington February 14 The Communications Workers of America reports no progress in contract talks with the Bell Telephone System and warns the February 24 nationwide strike deadline is not far away Union President Joseph A Beirne accuses AT&T of not facing the issues and provoking a strike Peter Seitz of the federal mediation service calls the situation very serious with no indication of progress in Bell system negotiations across the country
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Washington
Communications Workers of America
CIG
Bell Telephone System
Joseph A. ‘Beirne
American Telephone and Telegraph Companies
Bell
Peter Seitz
Federal Mediation Service
12 Blasts Of Siren Mean Fire
Volunteer firefighters at Station No. 1 in old Pelly now hear the fire siren clearly due to a new remote control system that issues 12 blasts for a fire. One blast signals a drill or meeting and three signal an emergency. The system allows quicker response by enabling the operator to activate the siren remotely and it stops after 12 blasts.
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Old Pelly
EB. B. Elliott
Eliott
Elistt
Kumble Adds Eighth Paid Holiday May 30
The Baytown plant employee will receive an eighth paid holiday this year, announced by Gordon J. Farned plant manager. The holiday will be Memorial Day May 30, known in the South as Decoration Day. Farned noted many firms banks and schools observe the day and the firm will add it to the schedule.
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Baytown
Humble Oil and Refining Company
Gordon JL
Parned
South
Wilburn and Stark Seek Re election to Goose Creek ISD Board
Wilburn and Stark announce they will seek re election to the Goose Creek Independent School District board in the April 1 election. Theo Wilburn, nine year veteran and board president, cites unfinished projects including a separate Lee College building. A. R. Stark, secretary, says he will run after one term of service. Other trustees include J. W. Pyle, L. L. Belloge, Clifton Adams, Harry Hertuun, and James L. Hatsen.
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Theo Wilburn
Goose Creek Independent
A. R.’ Stark
J. W. Pyle
Wilburn
Stark
Dream of E
Lee College
Wiburn
IL LL. Belloge
Clifton Adams
Harry Hertuun
James Ll. Hatsen
Blanket Of Snow And Ice Covers North
Blanket of snow and ice grips the North as tornadoes devastate five states, killing 46 and injuring hundreds. A winter storm pairs with floods, driving residents from lowlands while widespread damage spans from Pacific Northwest to New England.
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Chicago
Midwest
Pacific Northwest
New England
Iwinter
Beaumont Congressman Injured in Collision
Washington February 14 Congressman Jesse M Combs of Texas was hospitalized with possible brain concussion a brain injury and scalp lacerations after a car crash last night Doctors planned x rays to assess injuries Combs condition listed as good Bouchard an employee of the Washington Times Herald drove the other car and was uninjured
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Washington
Jesse M. Combs
Texas
Combs
Joseph Bouchad
Washington Times - Herald
Bouchard
U S Bomber Ditches In Pacific With Crew Of 26
SEATTLE Feb 14 The Air Force reports a B 36 bound for Fort Worth ditched in the Pacific off the Northwest Coast after an engine fire. The ship carried a 26 man crew and passengers including an officer from McChord Field Washington authorities indicated the landing may have been near Queen Charlotte Sound off British Columbia.
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Wash
Abi
Pacific
Northwest
Air Force
Quean
Charlotte Sound
British’ Columbia
Rs Highth Air Force
Fort Worth
Texas
McChord Field
Washington
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