Friends Paid Bilbo Note To Save Scandal In 1940 Campaign
In Washington on December 17, two of Sen Bilbo's friends testified they helped pay a 253 008 note to shield the senator and the Democratic party from embarrassment during the 1940 presidential campaign. They said Bilbo borrowed money to pay back taxes after a divorce and that Shushan threatened to expose the loan during Bilbo's speaking tour. Witnesses stated they paid portions to keep the loan secret, while others testified about church funds and deposits linked to Juniper Grove Baptist Church. Bilbo planned to testify next day, with his former secretary Edward P Terry also set to speak amid threats against his family.
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U S Harvests Biggest Crops In 1946 Record
The Agriculture Department reports 1946 saw the largest wheat and corn crops in U S history with 1 155 715 008 bushels of wheat and 3 287 927 000 bushels of corn. Rice soybeans and other crops also set records amid near record crops of oats peanuts and grapes. Secretary Byrnes noted efforts to boost grain deliveries to Europe in January despite transport bottlenecks.
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Vandenberg Pledges to Back Byrnes in Policy Stand
Senator Vandenberg Michigan Republican pledged continued support for Secretary of State Byrnes to maintain united postwar foreign policy. He praised Byrnes record amid UN and Big Four efforts and said foundations for American postwar policy are soundly established. He plans no major interruption to Senate work and would assist in Moscow talks if needed.
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Bomb threat targets Buckingham Palace and BBC building
An unidentified caller warned of a bombing at Buckingham Palace and the BBC in London. The threats, the Bard and 24th of December, have all proved false. King George, Queen Elizabeth, and Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret were at the palace with no indication of departure. Scotland Yard provided a brief statement.
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New Techniques Devised To Restore Sunken Eyes
Willie Willis reports from Cleveland where the American College of Surgeons heard on December 17 about methods to restore sunken or sightless eyes. Techniques include rebuilding the orbital floor with pelvic bone grafts and using bone from the skull, detached lids replaced with mucous membranes, and lash restoration from the opposite eyebrow. Major Arthur B Sherman and Dr Edmund B Spach described materials and steps, noting prior use of ivory, metal, glass, and plastics and favoring living bone grafts for a natural, durable result.
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Paris Denied Bail In Football Bribe Case
New York city court kept Alvin J Paris in jail without bail on charges of attempted bribery tied to the Giants Bears football game. A secret session followed grand jury actions as prosecutors warned of potential efforts to remove Paris to prevent trial. Police testimony cited threats of violence and possible extremity in defense of Paris amid ongoing investigation.
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Turkeys and Talks Reach Washington at White House
In Washington a lighthearted note circulates about President Truman and others as rumors spread of friendships and a turkey visit. Stan Arnold references playful chatter about the Frat and official hospitality, reflecting a humorous, era tone.
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Baruch pushes for UN ballot on atomic control draft
United States seeks an immediate vote on its plan for international control of atomic energy. Gromyko demands more study and warns against rushing, while Baruch pleads for prompt action and a practical program. The commission delays discussions to Friday as unanimity remains uncertain.
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Stassen Declares Candidacy for 1948 GOP Nomination
Washington December 17 Harold E Stassen 39 year old former Minnesota governor and Navy veteran announced at a hotel news conference that he is a candidate for the Republican presidential nomination in 1948 He pledged a definite constructive progressive program and labor policy based on voluntary methods to avoid strikes while cracking down on unions He cited the United Mine Workers as an example and supported secret ballots for coal miners Vandenberg Says He Is Not A Candidate At A Separate News Conference Senator Arthur Vandenberg Michigan said he is not seeking the GOP nomination and does not expect a draft Taft and Vandenberg have left the door open for possible draft while Stassen gains momentum as a candidate
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Severe Cold Wave Grips Midwest Ranges Below Zero
The Associated Press reports a severe cold wave across the Midwest with subzero readings in North Dakota Montana Minnesota and Wisconsin. Portions of Illinois Iowa and South Dakota see near zero temperatures as strong winds intensify the chill. Forecasters expect conditions to continue into the weekend with freezing temps reaching other southern regions by Wednesday morning. The Yukon cold mass traced to northwest Canada brings the coldest conditions in 20 years.
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Big Unions Draft Contract Demands
CIO powerhouses United Steelworkers and United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers met in Pittsburgh to draft contract demands. The United Auto Workers plans a 23 percent hourly raise for its 900,000 members. Murray urged a peaceful settlement and warned that industrialists must meet economic conditions to avert crippling strikes.
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Ennis Trial Loss Reversed in Damages Case
A Charleston reporter won a $3,001 verdict for beating by Sheriff B D Earl Brawley after a story on an appointment. The appellate court overturned the punitive award, ruling damages must be proportionate to the harm. The decision was part of multiple rulings including tax payments by check and a Kanawha bond case.
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