Truman Calls for War Powers to Meet Soviet Threat
President Truman urged Congress to grant draft authority to build armed strength against Soviet aggression. He warned that despite no current war, Communists could trigger a Europe wide conflict if steps to secure peace fail. Secretary Marshall echoed concern over Soviet urgency before recovery programs and Western unity take hold.
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Harry Truman
U. S
Congress
Truman
Russia
Europe
Marshall
Expedience in United States policy debate
Fragmentary Detroit style clipping notes pressure from United States debates involving Warren R. Austin and American delegates. The text hints at expedience shaping decisions in what appears to be a high level policy discussion.
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United States
Bachelors Show Innate Desire for Family Life
A study indicates a deep-seated preference among adult Americans for starting families. Analysts note social trends toward marriage and childbearing alongside evolving views on independence.
Divided Congress Questions Truman Draft Policy
Congress debated a military draft and UMIT after President Truman urged a strong policy. The split cut across parties and reflected isolationism and discontent with Truman's foreign approach amid fears about Soviet power in Europe.
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Russia
Truman
Congress
Europe
Senate panel backs Truman call for rapid military buildup
The senate armed services committee, after 58 minutes with Secretary Marshall, Secretary Forrestal, and Secretary Royall, voiced support for quick action to grow U S forces. Chairman Chan Gurney said 10 of 13 members favored a limited draft and universal military training, citing strong testimony from the three secretaries.
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Seavinerne
State Marshall
Defense Forrestal
Army
Royall
Senate Armed Services Committee
Truman
America
Sen
Chan Gurney
Armed Services Committee
Trieste Return Plan Stirs Cold War Powers
The United States with France and Britain proposed returning Trieste to Italy from its UN‑administered free state. The move aimed to bolster anti Communist forces in Italy's April elections, placing Moscow in a difficult spot. Tito rejected the plan and called for a Trieste plebiscite to choose Italian or Yugoslav control.
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U.S
France
Britain
Trieste
Italy
Yss
United Nations
Russia
Yugoslavia
Marshal Tito
Free State
Moscow
Rabbits Meat Supply as Possible U.S. Protein Source
Officials warn 20 tons of filthy food reach retail daily after FDA condemning power was removed. The Agriculture Department proposes rabbits as a supplement to meat to ease rising costs, urging families to start a year round rabbit supply.
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FDA
U.S
Department of Agriculture
Department
Sewing Circle Patterns Create Easy Shirtwaist Frock
Sewing circle ad offers simple patterns for a neat shirtwaister dress size 14 to 18. Includes all in one presser and waistline shaping with easy seaming. Spring and Summer issue available for 25 cents with pattern details and yardage notes.
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Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
South Wells St
Chicago
Young Evangelist Preaches Sings and Plays Accordion
Los Angeles reports on Marjoe Gortner, a three and a half year old evangelist. He preaches in downtown meetings, delivers several sermons, sings, and accompanies himself on the accordion. His best act is The Last Roundup with a cowboy costume and a closing message.
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Los Angeles
Marjoe Gortner
Vernon Gortner
Long Beach
Marjoe
New Clam Eating Champ Downs 120 Clams in 10 Minutes
Seattle cab driver Richard Watson set a world clam eating record by devouring 120 clams in 10 minutes at the Pacific Freestyle Amateur Clam Eating Contest. The event, run by a serious-minded association with 193 vice presidents, crowned Watson as the champion for the feat.
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Seattle
Pacific Freestyle Amateur
Richard Watson
Planning for the Future Buy U S Savings Bonds
A public notice encourages purchase of U S savings bonds as a prudent savings option for future financial planning, highlighting government backing and long term security.
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U. S
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