Defense bill faces possible Senate passage amid debate
Washington June 13 AP two influential leaders predicted the Senate will approve a defense reorganization plan in about the form the House passed 402 to 1. Senator Russell said it would give Eisenhower full commander in chief powers. Senator Bridges agreed a common ground could be reached. House rejection of four moves showed partisan tension as Democrats blocked amendments and backed the administration backed bill except for one holdout Rep. Cliff Clevenger.
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Engineers Delay U S Liner Sailing
A strike by 46 engineers delayed the liner United States by eight hours at New York. The ship, America's largest, carried 1,776 Europe bound passengers and was to sail at noon but left at 8 pm. Grievances included shifts, transfers, and promotions.
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