Evacuation Ordered As U S and Nationalists Move On Tachens
American and Chinese forces sailed toward the Tachen Islands to evacuate Nationalist troops and civilians from outposts about 200 miles north of Formosa. The plan includes evacuating Yushang and Pishan, with up to 14 000 Nationalist troops and 18 000 civilians moved under U S and Chinese naval protection amid threat of Communist artillery and air attack.
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Legislature Mulls Reforms as Session Near Adjournment
Substitutions and terms discussed for Bilcaste Love Chairman the pi. four-year terms proposed. Salary not yet set in the Senate proposal. House sentiment favors a similar bill. conference committee to resolve differences. Both chambers appear determined to enact reforms before adjournment.
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Democrats Switch Parties in Anti Copenhaver Drive
The XK Factor reports a political shift as 254 Democrats reportedly switch to Republicans in the mayoral race involving Copenhaver and Thomas. The figure is debated, with supporters doubting it matches the claimed scale.
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City Democrats To Name Ti Ticket At Conventions
Democrats, showing unusual unity, plan to nominate municipal election ticket by party convention. Former State Senator Charles M. Love Jr. is mentioned as a potential candidate, with conventions set to decide the slate amid hopeful unity.
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Mendes France government falls as French leaders mull new Premier
In Paris on February 5, French political leaders rush to form a new government after Mendes France's cabinet is ousted. The center left and right factions debate who will lead, with the Popular Republican Movement and independent Republicans split over support while Socialists back Mendes France. The president may summon a coalition from three groups to nominate a successor.
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Vinson Backs Military Goal in Eisenhower Plan
Rep. Vinson of Georgia voiced strong support for President Eisenhower's plan to maintain a minimum armed force of about 2.85 million. He warned against weakening manpower and linked Formosa defense to broader Cold War aims, stating the United States must stand firm against communism.
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California confession reopens 1921 Wellsburg murder case
Vincenzo Penino alias Alfonso Salva, 65, living as an agricultural worker in Lodi, was arrested in Stockton on an old Wellsburg murder charge. He allegedly admitted the 1921 shooting and agreed to return to West Virginia for trial. Wellsburg and San Joaquin County officers coordinated the arrest.
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Miracle Men Build Authority Faces Opposition in WV Colleges
The Gazette reports a proposed state building authority backed by the Council of Colleges and University Presidents faces strong criticism. Critics warn against overreaching growth projections tied to postwar birthrates while proponents argue for needed facilities to support higher education in West Virginia.
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Air Force to Buy Sissonville Radar Site
The Sissonville Road radar station, in operation for about five years, is set to be purchased outright by the Air Force. Funds have been authorized for the 43 acre property, with about $2 million in land and equipment installed. The station is manned by the 783d Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron.
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U. S. Jets Down 2 Red Migs Over Yellow Sea
American Sabrejet pilots shot down two Communist Mig-15 jets in a battle west of Korea over the Yellow Sea. Six additional Communist Migs were driven back toward territory. AUS Air Force report.
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Formosa Crisis Escalation Spreads Internationally
Washington reports Nationalist China agrees to evacuate the Tachen Islands with American aid ordered. Seventh Fleet moves to cover evacuees as Sabrejets escort U S reconnaissance bomber over the Yellow Sea. Khrushchev hints at Soviet involvement and a broader coalition of 30 nations to avert major war. London signals Russia may join Britain and India seeking an unwritten cease fire. Senator Knowland says Red China has shut the door on U S cease fire efforts.
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Soviet Offers Aid to Stop War Threat
Khrushchev told William Randolph Hearst Jr. the Soviet government is ready to join others in preventing the Formosan conflict from becoming a major war. He urged America and China to use common sense and noted participation of peaceful nations might avert war. The interview followed a dog fight over international waters west of Korea involving an RB-45 and Red jets.
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Russia
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Frank Conniff
Ask Harriet Hale What’s Your Problem Column Starts
The new weekly column Ask Harriet Hale will tackle women’s issues from household stains to teen romance. Beginning Monday The State Newspaper will publish Harriet Hale’s advice exclusive to female readers with practical tips and guidance.
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