Court Role For Vinson is Praised
Washington reports praise greeted Fred M. Vinson’s nomination as United States chief justice with Democratic and Republican praise amid some GOP reservations about court balance. Vinson’s rise from Kentucky lawyer to top tribunal post is noted along with Truman’s broader nominations and emerging administrative reshuffles including Snyder for reconversion and Sullivan for navy undersecretary.
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Monarchists of Italy Go On Warpath in Riots
In Rome Naples and Pisa monarchists attacked and bombed targets after elections. Four injured in Rome crowd before the Quirinal palace. a priest assaulted in Naples. one killed and six wounded in Naples barracks bombing. central Pisa bombing killed one and wounded five. Humbert II moved toward exile as talks of Italy’s republic continued.
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At 79 She Wants Teenager Mate
Louisa Kentucky report centers on 79 year old Mrs Mat tie Lyons Large and 18 year old Delbert Sprouse awaiting pre marital examination results. The pair, neighbors in Gladys, travel with 25 relatives to Louisa for the test amid talk of long ages and a quarrel with a granddaughter.
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Shorty) Sprouse
Railroad To Ban Dining Car Tips
CLEVELAND AP The Pere Marquette railway will ban dining car tipping starting June 10 as a test. Road President R J Bowman said the move should bring relief for travelers and hopes the experiment will set a trend toward easier rail travel, with compensation plans announced for staff.
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Burma in virtual war grip as Britain debates elections
In a tense House of Commons debate the Burma crisis is described as a reign of terror with lawlessness nationwide. MPs report commando style actions against guerrilla bands armed with mortars and automatic rifles while government officials push for early elections and a democratically elected Burma legislature.
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Rain and Cooler Weather Forecast for Cedar Rapids
A weatherboy forecasts rain and cooler conditions for Cedar Rapids ahead of Saturday's Eastern Iowa band festival and Admiral Halsey visit. He expects showers this afternoon with clearing by Saturday, predicting a high near 72 degrees and a prior Thursday high around 86.
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Cairo blast injures soldiers at Empire Services Club
The British army reported 32 Indian soldiers and one Indian civilian wounded in a Thursday explosion at the Empire Services Club in Cairo. Police and security units reviewed the incident as investigators searched for a cause.
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Eastern Iowa Band festival to open in Cedar Rapids
Admiral Halsey and Gov Blue attend first annual Eastern Iowa Band festival in Cedar Rapids with a parade and night show featuring over 20 high school bands. Halsey arrives at 5 15 pm driving a full civic program including a radio broadcast and Save Bond tribute as queen candidates ride in open cars.
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Cedar Rapids to honor Admiral Halsey with flag day tribute
Mayor Frank K. Hahn urged a day long flag display at public buildings businesses plants and homes in Cedar Rapids on Saturday to honor Admiral William F. Halsey and celebrate the city and state record in war bond purchases.
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Cedar Rapids
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Public Memorial Program and CBS Radio Coverage Noted
A free public program in the Memorial building runs Saturday from 11 39 a.m. to noon with doors opening at 10 30 a.m. The Gazette radio column has details on the radio show and Halsey’s CBS appearance on WMT. Admiral Halsey will parade from the First Avenue Bridge at 1 30 p.m.
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Concert schedule at Greene Square and Hawkeye Downs
The program lists performances by Center Point, Coggon, Olin, Monticello, eGo, Ossian, Olin, KXEL broadcast, WMT CBS hookup, a parade, Reinbeck, Tipton, queen candidate introductions, Waukon, Clarence, Wapello bands. A 7:30 p.m. show closes the day at Hawkeye Downs.
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Miles Reports No Expenditures in Democratic Primary
Frank Miles, unopposed for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, filed a statement with the secretary of state showing no campaign expenditures in the primary. The report listed receipts of $1,110 and expenses of $1,024.19.
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Secretary of State
JAP FREED. ALLIED HEADQUARTERS ANNOUNCED FREEDOM OF TEXTILE MAKER
Allied headquarters in Tokyo announced that a textile manufacturer, previously held by enemy authorities, has been freed. The terse AP report notes no further details on location or charges.
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White Friday Dimmed After Ten Minutes
White Friday failed to stay accident free in Cedar Rapids as at 12 10 a m Donovan D Elmore 21 of 5113 Center Point road NE struck a diesel switch engine at the Thirteenth street NE crossing. He was charged with failure to have his car under control fined 5 dollars plus costs. The driver said he did not see the switch engine in time to avoid the collision. Switchman Harold Kennedy said he tried to flag down the car but could not reach it. A second accident involved a hit and run at 2 45 a m when Charles Novotny reported damage to the rear of his automobile parked on Third avenue E. City and state police noted the overall week showed fewer accidents despite the day s setback. Traffic Captain Jesse H Clift said the record was still a gain. The auto testing lane at the police station remained open until 9 p m that night for defective cars with the lane borrowed from garages.
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AFL Sailors Union Plans Strike Vote
The AFL Seafarers Union announced an immediate strike vote among Atlantic and gulf port members amid demonstrations and planned Friday stop-work meetings on the Pacific coast. CIO unions hinted a partial railroad freight tieup could accompany a strike, threatening ship operations and shore deliveries.
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Moscow
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Arrest In La Salle Hotel Ties War Couple To Kronberg Jewels
Washington AP reports a War captain and her colonel husband were detained in Chicago's LaSalle hotel in connection with a $1.5 million jewel theft from Kronberg castle Germany. Authorities recovered the jewels and heirlooms, while a major on active duty and a discharged corporal are implicated.
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G A R Commander Gudgel To Attend 72nd Encampment
G A R Commander John M Gudgel from Shenandoah will attend the 72nd annual encampment in Cedar Rapids Iowa arriving Friday afternoon by car. Delegates from Woman's Relief Corps Ladies of the GAR Daughters Sons and Auxiliary will register Friday morning with a joint session at 8 15 p m.
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Hard Coal Talks Reach Agreement
New York AP reports that leaders of the AFL United Mine Workers and anthracite operators reach a tentative pact ending long negotiations over wage hours and safety. Details await formal ratification and a breakdown of terms.
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Efficient Help Saves Barn and House in Salamanca
In Salamanca New York a farmer’s barn and adjoining house were saved when Assistant Fire Chief Donald Sales of Lakewood and Chief Sette of Jam Fire Department helped extinguish the blaze. They were returning from a fire convention when they stopped to assist, demonstrating notable efficiency.
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House Postpones Vote On Leave Pay to Vets
Washington UP reports the House postponed a final vote on a leave pay bill for veterans until next Tuesday. The delay delays benefits linked to unused leave for service members, awaiting further debate and possible changes before action.
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