Pennington, World War II Vet, Soars in Wheel-Control Plane
Joan Reynolds reports Pennington of Pennington Solon, a leg amputee and WWII veteran, soloed an all-wheel control plane at Hunter Field. He trains under the GI Bill and aims for commercial and instructor licenses in an Ercoupe or Aeronca Chum. Hunter Field officials praise his drive as he practices takeoffs and landings, hoping he can earn a living in aviation despite his disability.
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Hunter Flying Service
Leland Wathan
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Civil Aeronautics Administration
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Jurisdictional Firemen Police Dispute Settled
Chicago police and fire departments resolved who must save a man threatening self injury with a gun. Sam Fanelli, 24, stood on a third floor window, waving a .22 rifle at relatives and a crowd while bleeding from a chest wound. Fire Captain John Howe questioned the danger and, after discussion with police, firemen assisted with a life net and pike hooks to rescue him. He was restrained and hospitalized.
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Chicago
Sam Fanelli
Fanelli
Fire Department
John Howe
President Truman Urges Businesses to Cut Prices
President Truman renewed his appeal to business leaders to reduce prices wherever possible at all levels. He told the thirty-fifth annual United States meeting that mass production and low prices have built a strong foundation for private enterprise and urged plan, efficiency, and collaboration among labor agriculture business finance and government to dispel inflation.
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Washington
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Truman
United States
Price War Trims Snakes Price for Chicago Zoo
Chicago AP reports a Tuesday price cut on live snakes as two reptile dealers slash prices to win zoo business. The move is expected to affect only a limited number of households.
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Chicago
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