Congress Attacks Oil Exports To Russia Amid Fuel Shortage
U S congress leaders denounce large oil and gasoline shipments from American ports to the Soviet Union as the navy faces a critical fuel shortage. Senators Gurney and Johnson call for tighter export controls while officials say existing ships and contracts complicate any immediate halt.
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Wage Pact Reached for East and Gulf Coast Seamen
Negotiating committees for three maritime unions and 39 east and gulf coast shippers reached a 5 percent wage increase settlement on the East and Gulf coasts. The agreement, announced by John W. Gibson, seeks nine holidays overtime pay and a one year extension for Marine Engineers Beneficial Association CIO affiliates with wage review set for December 15.
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John W. Gibson
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Neat
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CIO
Gibson
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Weather forecast: fair through Friday noon in Cedar Rapids
The weather bureau forecast continued fair conditions through Friday noon with no notable temperature change. Increasing cloudiness is expected Friday afternoon in the Cedar Rapids area.
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Weather Bureau
Cedar Rapids
Corn Nears Record Price Amid Rainy Corn Belt
Rain in the corn belt pushed futures near the all time high. Iowa markets showed gains with prices around record levels as October futures touched highs and November prices reached around 50.40 a dozen. Butter also rose with June fresh butter at 63.50 cents a pound.
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Iowa
Ian Bev
Wilson Named Turkish Aid Chief In Truman Plan
President Truman nominated Edwin C. Wilson ambassador to Turkey to head the American mission for a 100 million dollar Turkish aid program. Charles E. Saltzman was named assistant secretary of state to aid the effort. Saltzman, a wartime general, will take over Sept. 1 as Hilldring resigns, marking a shift in the Greece Turkey anti communist support.
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Truman
Edwin C. Wilson
Turkey
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Hilldring
U.S. Refuses Recognition of New Nicaraguan Regime
The State Department announced the United States will not recognize or maintain diplomatic relations with Nicaragua's new revolutionary government. The decision reflects decades of non recognition policy affecting U S relations and ongoing controversy in international affairs.
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State Department
United States
Nicaragua
Bodies of Educator Emily Griffith and Sister Found Shot
The bodies of Miss Emily Griffith, 68, founder of Denver's Opportunity School, and her sister Florence, 67, were found shot in their Pinecliffe mountain home. They likely died Wednesday night. a brother-in-law discovered the bodies. Griffith rose to national prominence decades ago by founding the Opportunity School, part of Denver Public Schools, offering high school and vocational education to adults of any age.
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Denver
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Evans J. Gurtner
Griffith
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All Quiet in the Androskis Home
CHICAGO AP report details a quiet scene at the Joseph Androski and Agnes Androski household. A court injunction barred Joseph from approaching Agnes and neighbors testified to domestic incidents including paychecks given to Agnes, laundry duties, and prior strikes with a bottle and a frying pan.
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Ekee
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Wool Legislation Passed by Senate
The Senate passes wool legislation in a move reported by AP from Washington. Details are incomplete in the fragment, but the bill concerns wool industry policy and regulatory actions likely affecting producers and traders. Further specifics are not available in the readable text.
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Truman stands firm on labor bill veto decision
President Truman refused to heed a southern Democratic appeal to sign the labor bill, saying he would decide based on his own analysis and what is best for the nation. Union leaders pushed for a veto as NRA officials warned against a mistaken act of friendship to labor.
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Camp Good Health Fund Campaign Summary
A historical fundraising notice lists contributions from diverse groups including Navy Mothers club Cedar, Iowa Steel, Boy Scout groups, and local clubs. Totals show $5,027.20 raised with $1,567.90 still needed. Ambiguous names and OCR garbles are present but the event is a community drive for Camp Good Health.
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William Rindereh
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Tyrus Cobb Files Suit for Divorce
Tyrus Cobb has filed for divorce in Reno with his attorney stating there will be no contested terms. The filing names Cobb and his spouse and outlines standard dissolution proceedings.
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Tyrus Raymond
Ball Pen Inventor Dies from Burns in Chicago
William H. details unclear as report notes a fatal incident in Chicago connected to the inventor of the ball pen. Authorities have not released full cause or surviving family information.
Eisenhower's Post Army Plans and Columbia U Speculation
The draft notes and Walter Winchell reports discuss Dwight D. Eisenhower potentially pursuing public service or a civilian post after completing his army duties. Eisenhower denies political ambitions and party ties, stressing no immediate move to Columbia University or other civilian roles.
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Eisenhower
Columbia Post
Oakville Flood Danger Is Past
Oakville Iowa relief workers report the 46 hour battle to save the town and about 45000 acres of tall corn from a destructive Iowa flood on the verge of ending as rising waters subside and the danger eases for residents and fields.
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Oakville
Iowa
Williams Seeks Flood Control River Survey Resolution
A city council meeting introduced by Public Improvements Commissioner David L. Williams calls for a comprehensive survey of measures to prevent flood damage. The measure passed without discussion amid bids for paving and related street work.
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Williams
David L. Williams
Pan American Clipper Crashes in Syria Killing Fifteen
Pan American World Airways Constellation Eclipse crashes near Mevadine Syria during a forced landing. Fifteen of 36 aboard are dead including eight passengers and seven crew members. Initial reports linked to the clipperAmerica voyage from New York, with engine trouble prior to the crash.
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Pan American World Airways
Mevadine
Syria
Damascus
Nelson
Court Refuses to Interfere in Love Dispute Case
A magistrate ruled the court would not intervene in a personal relationship dispute. Testimony included Peter Lembo and family members citing paternity and custody questions amid tense exchanges. The scene occurred as witnesses described departures and a brief, guarded warning from the magistrate.
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Santos
Anthony
Ghitent
Ote Gis
Beatrice
Detroit Motorcycle Officer Injured in Route Incident
DETROIT UP A Motorcycle Grove Patrolman sustained two rib fractures when he was riding and collided with an object. The accident occurred during routine duties, and authorities are investigating the sequence of events.
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Difoer
Karach
Detroit
Motorcycle Grove
Demos in Black GOP in Red Highlights of 3-Month Funds
National trial committees report Democrats spent 150000 more than they took in, Republicans 78000. Democrats avoided a deficit thanks to Jackson Day dinners that raised about 239000.
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Washington
National Trial Committees
Congress
Fascists Active as Reds in London Radio Report
Fragmentary OCR notes show a radio report about fascists active in London, with references to Reds and a brief identification of the source. The text lacks clear details but indicates wartime-era political tension and media coverage.
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