Former American Ambassador Dies in Bennington
Hugh Robert Wilson age 61 career diplomat and last U S ambassador to Nazi Germany died at his Bennington Vermont home after a summer illness. He recalled from Berlin in 1938 protested Nazi persecution of Jews and later served as special assistant to the Secretary of State. He is survived by his widow Katharine, a son Robert, and siblings. Wilson began in 1911 as private secretary to the American minister in Lisbon and held posts in Guatemala Buenos Aires Tokyo and Bern before becoming ambassador to Switzerland then Germany.
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Snow Moves With Cold Wave Across South Region
A winter storm plowed into the south with record December warmth of 98 in places, then colder air followed. Forecasts warned of a rear freezing frontier Sunday night as northwest Florida faced subfreezing temps. Miami hit 82 Sunday while the Carolinas saw mid 60s, and the mountains near 12 to 18 below in places. The storm snarled Detroit sleet, halted many flights, and blanketed Baltimore and Washington with rain and ice. Northeastern New England saw heavy snow. Boston trains ran late and flights were canceled. The Rocky Mountain region thawed from subzero lows while Texas endured its coldest spell of the season with readings in the Pampa and Amarillo area. Washington state bore its coldest spell in days, and northeastern weather ranged from 20 above to near zero. Snow and wind also hit Maine and New Mexico, with several towns recording single-digit temps and heavy accumulations in Michigan and Minnesota.
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Gromyko plans decisive U.N. arms debate speeches
New deputy foreign minister Andrei Gromyko shapes a policy statement to influence the United Nations atomic energy commission. He is expected to address the Security Council, supporting arms limitation, as Canada and France push a veto-free plan and automatic action against violations.
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Auto Engine Fire Damages Plymouth in Parked Lot
A 1939 Plymouth owned by W. H. P Marshall of Charleston suffered an engine fire caused by a short circuit in wiring. Firemen extinguished the blaze at the corner of Indiana Avenue and Crescent Road last night using a booster tank. Damages estimated at 10.75 dollars. The article also notes Viet Nam political tensions and French Indochina policy.
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Holy Land Flogging Sparks Jewish Terrorist Claims
In Nathamya a British major was seized from a hotel lounge and whipped with a thin cane by five men who fled in an automobile. An anonymous Haaretz call blamed Irgun Zvai Leumi for the punishment, while eyewitnesses called the assailants Jewish terrorists. The incident followed threats by Irgun that British officers would be whipped for potential prison sentences.
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United Nations Ties to Universal Military Training Debate
The article discusses UMT and a six month intense instruction plan for trainees in national defense, comparing costs with a standing army. It cites experts including Dr. Shapley urging global cooperation through education, science, and international bodies to safeguard civilization and address worldwide issues.
Organization of New Political Unit Reported
Delegates claiming 40 represent liberal groups in 21 states with 15 000 members launched today two new national organizations under the name Independent Citizens for Political Action and criticized both major parties Clark Foreman president of the Southern Conference for Human Welfare told 300 delegates the Republicans had long since lost any claim as a liberal party He added that if the Democratic party woos privilege and betrays the people it will die and deserve to die Later the SDC delegates unanimously approved a statement declaring that we cannot therefore rule out the possibility of a new political party whose fidelity to our goals can be relied upon
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Battle Forecasts Coal Exports and Production Capacity
Battle stated verminous prospects for coal exports at 1 000 000 tons with overseas trade, noting capacity to produce 600,000,000 tons or more if needed and miners work. He cited pre strike costs at 3.54 dollars per ton, with wages 2.10 dollars, about 80 percent of costs.
Georgia governors feud deepens as factions seek control
The piece outlines a power struggle around the governorship with Herman backed by key state officials like State Auditor Thrasher, State Comptroller Cravey, and State Treasurer Hamilton ready to sign warrants for him. Talmadge allies argue the legislature can name a governor if no candidate wins a majority. Separate claims involve Renall and Lt-Gov-Elect Thompson amid calls to resign.
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Hopper Shortage Conspiracy Targeted Miners Unions
A letter to Lewis described a “deliberate and vicious conspiracy” to weaken GMW by harming miners and local unions economic security. It urged legal action to compel railroads to share empty cars as common carriers. Signatories included Frante B. King Maidsville local 3877, Thomas Farmer Chaplin local 4452, and Charles Braney National local 4040.
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Fire Overcomes 75 Firemen in Atlanta Basement Blaze
In Atlanta on December 20 a long basement fire at the Square Deal drug store sent 52 firefighters to hospitals as gases swirled through the basement and up into the street. The blaze forced evacuation of nearby buildings including the Atlanta Journal headquarters as crews battled through hours of smoke and high winds.
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Attorneys Debate Back Pay Significance In Suits
Attorneys argue over retroactive wage claims and which are minor enough for dismissal, noting Supreme Court silence on insignificance. They expect compromises as CIO unions may settle for reduced demands while cases brought individually remain rare, amid wartime employment context.
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GOP Senators Map Labor Law Reforms and Budget Cuts
Republican senators draft a program to curb labor power and renew welfare, including outlawing secondary boycotts and closing the closed shop, while proposing targeted budget cuts and reforms across labor, foreign policy, housing, health, and education. The plan centers on Case and Ball measures, Taft budget goals, and broader GOP priorities for 1948 policy.
Gurney to chair new armed forces committee
Senator Gurney is slated to chair the proposed armed forces committee. He backed the unification plan in the last session and is expected to lead the new drive for broader military integration amid warnings of a future all-out war requiring civilian and industry sacrifice.
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Trust-Busting and Antitrust Efforts Urged by Kefauver
The report argues for a competitive enterprise system and guarantees for small firms in acquiring surplus war plants. It warns that continued concentration by a few large companies could lead to extensive government regulation or outright prohibition of size. Kefauver calls for full hearings to address monopolies and notes dangers to democracy from industrial and labor power.
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Apartment Blaze Kills 3 in Canton Brick Building
A Canton fire at 3 a m destroyed a 10 unit brick apartment house killing Mrs Marjorie Miller 27 and her two young relatives Vickie 3 and Missie Sublette 4 Three others including Mr and Mrs George Adams were injured while escaping Smoke caused by a furnace room fire. James Ayers owner helped rescue two children as 18 volunteer firemen fought the blaze The building was completely destroyed with 16 families affected and several guests staying for a Christmas reunion.
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