Big 3 Envoys Seek Guidance On Veto Issue
At the United Nations conference in San Francisco delegations from the United States Britain France and the Soviet Union weighed the veto power amid tension over possible action in the Security Council. France opposed a straight veto reform while Russia warned the five members might walk out if pressed. Diplomatic teams in Washington Moscow and London sought consensus as Hopkinson conducted talks in Moscow and Churchill weighed lines. Committees tinkered with agenda as the veto dispute dominated the session.
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Municipalities Vote on Officials in Virginia towns
In Fortnight voting across 138 towns in West Virginia and nearby areas, results determined mayors and councils for two years. Princeton reelected Democrat C. Ridenour as mayor 738 to 528 over Republican Harrington, while three council seats shifted with winners Robertson Democrat Belcher Democrat and Pritchett Republican. East Lenka Progressives won unopposed with C. H. Maties becoming mayor.
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Pelle
Princeton
C. Ridenour
R. Harrington
Zined
Frederate Council
R. Robertson
O. C. Belcher
Ernest Pritchett
Cs East Lenk
C. H. Maties
R. A
Te. Peas
Egg Ceilings Pat Removal Urged On Mediation
An official of the War Food Administration and poultry industry rep urged removing price ceilings on eggs to curb a growing black market. Aimed at restoring supply and demand, the plan cites shortages and proposes temporary measures, with figures like Thomas G. Stitts and Leon Todd endorsing the approach.
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War Food Administration
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D-Nm
Thomas G. Stitts
WRA
Dairy and Poultry
Stitt
Stitts
Leon Todd
Nal Pouttry Defense Committee
Bond Drive Seeks High Daily Sales for Series E Bonds
Virginia campaign leaders warn daily Series E bond sales must average about 3.48 million to reach the 44 million quota before counting ends in five weeks. The London plus labor party and British figures discuss reducing the sales target to spur economic freedom, with reports showing current totals and percentage progress across regions amid war fundraising efforts.
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Monde
Braxton
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Churchill
Whimpering Dog Witnesses Park Avenue Slaying
Police say a small gray Pekinese may be the sole witness to the Park Avenue murder of wealthy Alfred Langford 63 at the Hotel Marguery. The dog’s account is the only lead amid a lack of motive, with investigators noting no immediate suspects.
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Tex [We
Marguery
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Langford
Robert Grimen
Yrrom
Allies Assume Full Control Over Germany
Allied Military Central Council assumes all responsibility for military, civil, and economic administration of Germany after defeat. The declaration nullifies Hitler era authority and ends German sovereignty. Signatories include Eisenhower, Zhukov, Montgomery, and de Lattre de Tassigny.
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Jean de Ilattre de Thesigns
France
Allied commanders honored by Russians in Berlin ceremony
Eisenhincer Montgomery and Bernard Montgomery, high Allied leaders, were decorated by Soviet representatives during a ceremony in Berlin. They arrived for the first session of the allied commission governing postwar Germany, signaling a formal recognition of their leadership in the campaign.
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Russia
Sir Bernard
Montegomers
Rammander
Berlin
Inter Allied Cane Tel Commission
Arcupind
Germany
Fragmentary Note on Allied Forces After Reich Collapse
A fragmentary OCR passage describes Allied crimes commission actions and the Geneva convention context. It references removal squads, civilian and military responsibility, fugitives, and broad powers to enforce postwar order in a shattered Reich. It hints at coercive measures and information demands amid occupation.
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Geneva
Pnd
Allied Crimes Commission
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Reich
Noass
Portsmouth Fetes Re United Goods
Fragmented OCR story from Portsmouth recounts a recent marriage, a missing person case, a survivor of a prison camp, a war bond rally, and a department store celebration. It names Helen Gost, Eulen Robt MarDannet, Lang Ben, Harold W., MacDowell, and Haegion. events span December and a war era context with indications of vigil and public support.
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Eulen Robt MarDannet
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Lon MacDowell
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Yanks Tour Berghof Grounds A Year After D Day
Hundreds of seasoned Americans visit Obersalzberg's Berghof ruins a year after Normandy. They roam Hitler's former retreat, exploring wrecked rooms as Allied forces, including airborne units, mark the anniversary and reflect on the war’s turning point.
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Berehof
Fberg
Iwv
Gamma Gama
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Marriage License Asked by Man 101
A man sought a marriage license amid a case involving a woman named Jean Beer and references to a prior relationship. The report notes the man claimed a recent proposal after a period of time, with family statements indicating past events and arrangements surrounding the marriage request.
VFW Compromise in Peace Draft Handed Congress
Washington report on a proposed compulsory military training plan backed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars. The plan would require able bodied youths to serve three years under a national guard and reserve system with weekly drills and two weeks of intensive training. It faced opposition from groups fearing loss of civil liberties and outlined roles in emergencies. The Veterans of Foreign Wars argued the program would strengthen national defense and provide organized service for all servicemen, while support from the American Legion was uncertain.
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Britain Loans Ships to Russia in World War II Deal
In a Commons address Churchill announced a loan of British fleet units to Russia including destroyers and the light cruiser Milwaukee renamed Murmansk. He said the United States provided ships and half of requested merchant tonnage, with an aggregate value near $20 million, detailing transfers such as the battleship Royal Sovereign and ships formerly U.S. destroyers.
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Tokyo Admits Invasion Fear For Homeland
Tokyo acknowledges growing fear of homeland invasion as American air power pounds Kobe and other targets. Chinese forces push Japanese retreat along the east coast while American divisions advance in the Philippines and Mindanao, with new air and ground attacks shaping the regional war effort.
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Government beef plan boosts Havana shoppers
In Havana hundreds carry home beef from government markets while officials push a ration scheme to curb black market sales and end shortages. First class meat priced at 22 vents per pound and second class at 18 vents as operators protest the plan.
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Submarine sinks five ships in forty six minute duel
The Parche attacked a Japanese convoy, torpedoes hit multiple targets, including two tankers and a large ship. Explosions disabled vessels as Parche maneuvered for better shots, a crewmember earned a Medal for his actions while the submarine pressed its attack through the dawn.
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Italian torturer dies in Rome firing squad execution
Pietro Koch, convicted yesterday as a leading torturer of Italian patriots during the German occupation of Rome, was executed by firing squad at Port Bravelta near Rome in the afternoon.
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