Embargo Halts Most U S Freight as Railroads Act
The Association of American Railroads ordered a general embargo on most freight to U S ports due to a widespread maritime strike. AFL unions Sailors Union of the Pacific and Seafarers International Union led the stoppage, with unions promising to respect picket lines and protests over wage-board decisions.
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Yugoslavs Agree To Release Yanks
Washington officials say Yugoslav authorities will permit three American Army sergeants detained in Belgrade since February to depart the country. The release follows persistent demands from the U S Embassy and ends charges of complicity in the shoot- ing incident.
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Belgrade
Greece defends itself at UN against Soviet accusations
Greek representative Vassili Dendramis told the UN Security Council that Russia is waging a war of nerves against Greece. He denied Greek threats to Balkan peace and called Albanians and Bulgarians "horrid Collaborationists" while insisting Greece seeks peace despite ongoing border tensions with Albania.
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Soviet Ukraine charges Greece over security danger at UN
Dmitri Manuilsky accused Greece of provoking a serious threat to peace in a UN Security Council briefing. He alleged British troops and officers backed Greece in internal affairs, citing punitive expeditions and control of gold reserves in violation of the UN charter. Russian and Polish delegates参加.
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Ukraine
United Nations
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Greece
Security Council
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Stevedores Shun Aid to Yugoslavs
In New York the Bartlesville Victory halted loading of relief goods bound for Italy and Yugoslavia as stevedores protested government action. A spokesman stated the 10,000 ton ship was half loaded and workers expected government intervention to stop the action led by Bernard Hickey.
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Garssons Cleared of Shell Blame in War Fuses Probe
The army cleared the Garsson munitions combine of responsibility for defective 4.2 mortar shells that killed 38 American soldiers and wounded 127. A war department report blamed faulty fuses and named principal fuse makers. Rep. May offered to testify and defend his actions aiding Garsson interests.
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Henry M. Garsson
William Fencil Company
Huntly
Milwaukee Stamping Company
Milwaukee
Casco Products Corporation
Bridgeport
Eight-year-old Robert Sealy dies suddenly in Cedar Rapids
Robert E. Sealy died at home about 4 30 a.m. from an acute inflammatory condition of the windpipe and bronchial tubes. He was born October 12 1937 in Cedar Rapids. Surviving are his parents a sister Sharon two brothers James M and John A Sealy. Services will be conducted at Turner chapel at 3 30 p.m. Friday by Rev D A Loferski with burial in Linwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel.
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James L. Sealy
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Thurly
Denly
Cedar
Sharon
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John A. Sealy
Turner Chapel
D. A. Loferski
Linwood Cemetery
Stock Market Rallies on Broad Front in Thursday Surge
The New York market surged as speculative sentiment improved and absence of negative developments boosted buying. Major indices climbed as investors priced in brighter near term prospects and eased concerns over immediate risks.
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New York
Sns
Five Die in Head-on Crash Near Adel Iowa
A head-on collision five miles north of Adel Iowa killed five people including a newlywed Perry couple and three members of a Perry family. Two other women were injured.
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Adel
Adel, Ia
Perry
Here
Crone, 73, Retired Farmer and Bailiff Dies in Washington
Harry McDonald Crone a 73 year old retired farmer and district court bailiff died Wednesday night. A Spanish American War veteran he lived in Washington Iowa and his passing marks the end of a long community service career.
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Washington, Ia
Harry McDonald Crone
District Court
Airliner Wreck Near Elko Kills 20 With One Survivor
A Trans-Luxury Airlines two engine airliner on a New York to San Francisco flight crashed near Elko Nevada killing at least 20 people. A two year old was the sole survivor. The plane struck a hill while approaching for landing amid light fog.
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San Francisco
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Molotov Returns to Paris via Berlin
Russian Foreign Minister Molotov travels from Moscow and back to Paris via Berlin after a series of conferences. The trip follows talks held in Moscow last Saturday with foreign officials.
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Berlin
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Cedar Rapids Boy Fatally Struck Near Home
Three year old Robin Mineck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mineck of 123 Kenmore NE, died after being hit by a car driven by A T Hanson at about 7 PM. The accident, Cedar Rapids' sixth traffic fatality in 1946, occurred as he played near his home. The boy, born July 8 1943, was treated at a local hospital but died of a skull fracture. Witnesses said Hanson traveled slowly before turning into his driveway. He was transported to the Barta Hesser chapel where arrangements will follow.
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Elko
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Robert Co. Mineck
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Henry Overman
George Rubey
Frank Loufek
Cedar Rapids
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Alfred A. Schluntz
Cora Prill
Belle Plaine
Barta-Hesser
U N To Meet As Scheduled At Flushing Meadows
U N secretary general Trygve Lie announced the general assembly will convene at Flushing Meadows New York on September 23 as planned. He said a postponement request is unlikely though the Russian delegation at the Paris peace conference urged delaying until November and meeting in Paris or Geneva.
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Trygve Lie
United Nations
General Assembly
Flushing Meadows
U. N
Paris
Geneva
Truman says no need of extra session before election
President Truman states there is no facing a special session of Congress before November. He argues Congress members may campaign up to election day and has not considered a session after the vote. He was asked about price control and the Wagner-Ellender-Taft housing bill.
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Truman
Police Demand Right Of Way For Emergency Rigs
Police plan a crackdown on motorists who fail to yield to emergency vehicles. The traffic bureau will mail letters to offenders listing license numbers and reminding drivers to pull over promptly. Police say patience is wearing thin and motorists must stop until they confirm they are not blocking an emergency run.
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Traffic Bureau
Remington
Sie
Killer Uses Bed Sheet in Cell Attempt
CHICAGO INS William Heirens 17 formerly in college faces sentencing for three sensational murders. He attempted suicide by hanging with a bed sheet in his jail cell nine hours before his court appearance. Guards were suspended as an investigation begins. doctors report no serious injury.
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Chicago
INS
William Heirens
Heirens
William Mulcahy
Mulcahy
Cummins To Get Dubbert Trophy
Tait Cummins of The Cedar Rapids Gazette will receive the Ray Dubbert Memorial trophy at Daniels Park Friday evening before the M I league playoff game. Donor George Hallenbeck to present. The award honors athletic advancement based on local sportsmen and coaches recommendations. The 1946 recipient is recognized for his GI Gazette column and active involvement.
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Tait Cummins
Cedar Rapids
Allies Planning To Try German Industrialists
Washington AP report says Allied governments are drafting plans to try Nazi industrialists who aided the Hitler war machine. The effort aims to hold business leaders accountable for wartime actions and support the postwar order.
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