Earthquake devastates Ecuador towns and villages
The disaster forces evacuation of twenty communities in the affected region. President Plaza, surveying the wreckage near Ambats, vows nationwide rebuilding as thousands are left homeless and entire towns like Penlen, Patate, and nearby villages are wiped out. Rescue crews search amid collapsed buildings and rising water supplies.
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Pmrenquaky
Pelee
Giana
Tkat
Gato Plwea
AmbAts
Proddent Plaza
Paose
Ted
Penlen
Patate
Tagurania
Rhett Company
Guitn
New York
Una
Prague priest guarded by plainclothes constable
In Prague a priest named Father Viony said Mass in a packed church at Jaro marice yesterday while plainclothes police guarded him. The United States stated the priest has aid from Interpol as he faces threats from the Communist Party linked to security concerns involving party member Sef Matos and others.
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Prague
Viony
Maan
Jaro Marice
United States
Inter
Communist Party
Matos
Pathe
le Artion Group
Death of British Egyptologist At 80 Years
London reports the death of British Egyptologist Howard Carter at age 80. The explorer, famed for discovering Tutankhamun, supported by financier Lord Carnarvon, died after years of work on pharaonic tombs in Cairo and elsewhere.
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London
Boney Rahn
Nowerry
Espees
Howard Carter
Tulanwhamenn Toind
Pharos
Lord Carnarton
Cmict
Cairo
Nid
Honard Carver
Philippine asked to act in Pacific pact
The two day conference among Chiang Kai-shek Thad Viet Nam leaders and allied cabinet officials produced a joint communique urging unity against international communism. They stressed collective security and suggested Western Asia and Pacific states must act together to safeguard independence and resist threats.
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Philippine
Chiang
Thadviacra
Yao
Nace Tnt Ia
Wien Chiang
Frence Clan
Ae Sampatibie
Rimai
Teustan Fd
Aalidarity
Asia
Steen ‘Chiang
Quirian
Quininea
Severe quake in central Pacific centers on Saturday
A severe earthquake struck the central Pacific region near Ecuador on Saturday, prompting assessments and emergency responses. No injuries or damage details are provided in the readable text.
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Central Pacific
Philippine Chief Arrives in U. S. A
President Quirino of the Philippines arrives in Washington to meet President Truman after a Pacific air route stopover. A cordial reception by Filipino civic officials and the large crowd at the airport marks the moment in U S relations.
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Ban Francisco
Moniday
Fapidio Quirino
Philippines
Animal Diseases Cut World Food Supplies, Warn Experts
London reports at an international veterinary congress that animal diseases and preventable illnesses reduce global food production. Lord Boyd Orr warns current losses limit calories for about 1000 lives in multiple countries and urges faster food preservation efforts and government cooperation to potentially double production within 25 years.
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London
Wight
Ascensia
Boyd Orr
United
Bo N. Wardle
Gordon
Lightning Kills Baseball Player in New York Stadium Crowd and Umpires Affected
A baseball game in New York yesterday ended tragically when a bolt of lightning struck a player. The incident sent 400 spectators and players scrambling for cover. Officials and medical staff treated the injured on the field before transportation to a hospital. Umpires and other players were knocked down but recovered after treatment.
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York
Atonday
Et Trem
Delo
Terday
Victoria Faces Record Deficit in Budget Talks
Premier Boltwey will present the home budget to Parliament tomorrow and is expected to reveal a record deficit exceeding £3,500,000, with losses from tollways raising the total to around £2,500,000 over the two months.
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Uoltway
Food poisoning strikes Italian Naples wedding crowd
Two hundred wedding guests at an Italian Naples ceremony were rushed to hospitals and homes after suspected food poisoning. About one hundred were admitted, fifty sent home, and others discharged after treatment. Police and health officials investigated the incident.
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Naples
Firefighters Die as Montana Forest Fire Burns On
A Montana forest blaze has killed thirteen people including twelve parachutists. The fire, still raging in the mountains, forced evacuation and drew out 600 firefighters using heavy equipment to battle it. More than 4000 acres of timber have burned as crews fought dense flame and towering smoke plumes.
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Helena
Sean
Montana
Mfountaine
Trwuntal
Zie Luh
Ope Tychter
Ine Pan
New York Bishop Attacks R C Church
A New York bishop denounces the Roman Catholic Church over its stance on federal aid to parochial schools. He accuses the church of becoming entangled in politics, seeking control over public opinion, and facing calls for neutrality amid rising religious and political tensions.
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Washington
New York
G. Bromley Oxnam
Arcadia
Albal
Oxnam
Wien
America
Dy Garameld
Paton
Caynam
Vatican
Left Wing Miners Admit Coal Strike Nearing End
Sydney report states left wing miners' officials conceded the coal strike is nearly over but urged waiting until next week to return to work. The piece outlines union meetings, the role of the Central Council, and potential new actions if recommendations are not quickly adopted.
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Sydney
uiNl
Fecauae
meritanEs
Warraw
Comuninta Velit
Aly
Nouthern
Conielis
Antarnoon
Tasmania
Queensland
Wormenday
Minera’ Federation
Mretine
Mining Unions’ Council
Mem
Nal Mining Uniorur
CMU
Miners Demand ACT.U Proposals Endorsed at Meeting
A fragmented report notes miners urging rapid adoption of ACT.U proposals. Leaders including Mears, Charey, and A. K. Monk press for immediate action and sign now, seeking unified support and prompt response from Ceru and related factions.
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ACT
Coal Shipment To Hobart As Test of Strength
Coal shipment to Hobart seen as test of strength amid government fiat. Commonwealth steamer Newcastle bound with 2,850 tons for duty under cranes as seamen walk off the vessel. Officials say the move aims to save merchant service support amid industrial tension and possible impacts on the voyage.
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Hobart
Narey
Newcastle
Chen
Marchant Barvice Guill
Hip
Miners Return To Arbitration Call Stirs Political Rows
A joint statement by Prime Minister IMP Criffey and NSW Premier Mr McGarrraith urges miners to resume arbitration as a solution to the strike. They insist neither the Commonwealth nor the Coveen will push settlement through political means. The union dispute remains centered on arbitration rather than government action. The Open Cut Mine MOMANT remains a focal point as AWU leaders resist claims of government mediation and call for station work.
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Imp. Criffey
Nsw
Chifey
Arbitration Court
Ube
Alviduals
Malay Gangster Proved Wrong in Idle Beast
Wan Ali a notorious Malay gangster who boasted he was invulnerable was shot dead by guards in the Jeran region of Panane. The event followed his claims of being killed only by a silver bullet and occurred as he attacked a shop wounding women and stealing valuables.
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Wan Ali
Jeranree
Panane
Eullak
Official recognition request cited by Irish minister
A garbled report notes Irish Foreign Minister Conor Goan MacBride seeking official recognition and referral to the Secretariat of the Council of Europe. Observers say the request arises amid a broader campaign by Eire to oppose partition and influence internal European Union dynamics.
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Aharbourd
Montay
Goan MacBride
Wnt
Roghiest
Council of Europe
Hia
al Council Sci Socemanin
Hare
Reuter
UK Areni
Eire Tu Nini
Ireland
Unnel
Itea
Council of Europe aims for public rights and dialogue
Foundation members Britain and others discuss paving the way for debate at the Council of Europe. A report notes hopes to unite Europe under human rights and freedom, with a claim that within two years Europe can boost peace and global prosperity through solid institutions.
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Council OF Europe
Alreaay
Uberty
Eforia
Faroe
Tse
Doc Maintenanes
Pamee
Wie Ouncil
Europe
Britain
Fragmentary Read on Docks Strike and Government Action
A garbled report discusses Hawaiian government stance on dock operations and a potential shipload. It mentions strikebreaking as a crime and questions who will help when the coast of America faces issues. West Coast stevedores had previously indicated reluctance to load ships in Mama by unnamed labor groups.
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Beidges
Amarica
Jet fighters for U S force in Germany
United States Air Force builds up jet fighters in Germany to support NATO forces. General Cannon says a unit is already equipped with Shooting Star jets and another will be ready soon with the Thunder version. The Thunder has machine guns rockets and 2000 lb bombs with range over 100 miles and service ceiling above 46 000 feet.
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Frankfurt
United States Air Force
Germany
Cannon
United States
Surpe Unt
Ttme
Infantile Paralysis Epidemic Grows in New York City
Reports from the city health department indicate a rising number of new infantile paralysis cases in New York over the past 26 hours. The tally for the year continues to climb as officials outline ongoing containment efforts and public health advisories for residents.
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New York
Momisy
Feportiea Ith
Withdrawal of Greek Rebels in London Report
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a withdrawal in London related to Greek rebels and a new offensive stance. Mentions Usener and Hietionaliga terms, with references to workers and government actions amid industry concerns.
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London
Reteh
Kasehina Moonlaing
Aiba
Borda
Boxing star Woodcock hints at retirement plans
Bruce Prondcose, the champion, left hospital and declared he may quit boxing. Analysts and family weigh options as Woodcock considers stepping away after a string of three looming bouts. Wife and promoter offer cautious optimism about a possible return, with negotiations shaping the potential Bayard title clash and a September world title bid nuancing the decision.
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Bruce Prondcocse
Acetyervignt Chumpion
Aendack
Alin
Fam
Hila
Wuld
Bayard
Wondcocka
Tie Sneald
RAF Reinforcements Reach Singapore Carrier Unloads
RAF reinforcement flights for Singapore arrive as squadron personnel travel aboard the carrier Ocean. The ship docks at Naval Base to unload a temporary squadron while Parast Air Command confirms readiness and full operation of Bangkong area defenses.
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AAP
Singapore
RAF
Hongkong
Hmb
Ocean
Fieldar Naval Base
Parast Air Command
Bangkong
Wright Ang Redger Migalled To Plat Against N2
Fragmented OCR text references Doug Wright and a forced team selection for a cricket series two bowls described as best attacking combination. Mentions waves tests drawn and decisions forthcoming. Unable to extract clear event or locations.
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Wright Ang Redger
Doug Wright
Uwe Forched
Wright
Motilew
Babtee
Roca Ee Hivety Tat
Wiectorn Apy Mare
Chomp Wah
Am ‘Ifort
Eastern Grass Tenens Grabs Narrow Win
In a brisk match the Eastern team edged the opposition with a 2-2 score, while Gaurtmar Mulloy delivered key plays. Haitian player Move Beating Higne ll Rasher of Montreal also featured, with Danesian ematriotis Lorte Main from Vancouver scoring 67 in a separate event.
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Bouth Gramoh
Gaurtmar Mulloy Bees
Artorn
gyEee Umurts Sturpien
Ac Haitian
Hignell Rasher
Montreal
Lorte Main
Vancouver
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