Churchill backs conscription amid kingly address in Lords
Churchill renewed his claim of a vast Russian war footing in Europe and pledged Labor’s support for continuing compulsory military training in peacetime. The king outlined socialist legislation including conscription, nationalization of inland transport and electric supply, securities control, and a defense ministry. Attlee warned modern weapons demand trained reserves ready immediately.
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Palestine Opens to 1,893 Jewish Refugees
London reports the British government will admit 1,893 Jewish immigrants to Palestine between November 15 and January, with 43 more from Athlit camp to be released. The move does not alter the 1,400 monthly quota. Cyprus detainees are being freed to ease tensions, and the remaining 6,400 held Jews may follow in coming months.
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Biz Sis Always Late Says Willie Willis
Willie Willis comments on Biz Sis being tardy, claiming she lingers either to prepare extra fancy work or out of apathy. The remark reveals workplace friction and a casual attitude toward deadlines.
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Navy reorganizes fleet structure abolishing two commands
The Navy announced a reorganization creating a task fleet for each ocean. The two flag commands will be abolished to improve efficiency without reducing ship counts. Admiral Forrest Sherman outlined redistribution under the new Pacific and Atlantic fleets, linking China coast forces and occupation support to senior commanders.
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Byrd to Lead Navy Force to Antarctic
Rear Adm. Richard E. Byrd will command a 4060-man Atlantic Meet task force into the Antarctic next month. Navy calls the expedition extensive training and development, likely to depart in April, marking Byrd’s fourth trip. Byrd denied reports it’s for uranium search, noting the continent’s vast natural resources.
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Sealed Precincts Boost Kilgore's Kanawha Tally
Reports from Kanawha County show Kilgore leading Sweeney by about 8,000 votes on unofficial totals as official canvass begins for the November 3 election. Sealed precincts 38 39 and 42 at Cabin Creek hinder tabulation while recounts are sought in Pays, Mercer, and Wyorng counties, with Kanawha canvass likely to finish by Friday.
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Martin Proposes 20 Percent Tax Cut for 1987
Rep Joseph Martin of Massachusetts urged a 20 percent across the board cut in 1987 income taxes. He spoke at a news conference after Republicans won control, calling for quick action and a follow up overhaul of the tax structure. He favored swift reforms and said discussions would proceed in Ways and Means and steering committees.
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MateHunting Collegians Seek Personality Not Looks
A sociologist from Indiana University reports that college age engaged or recently married individuals value personality over looks in selecting mates. Among 373 respondents, 49.2 percent met their partner as chosen, while 74.7 percent matched close to their ideal personality. political views and temperament influenced selection more than physical traits.
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OPA Dismisses 10000 Clerks and More to Follow
White House actions shorten OPA payroll as 10000 clerks receive layoff notices effective December 12 and about 11000 workers face potential discharge. Truman, Wyatt, Steelman and Alten met to steer reconversion as 25000 staff remain funded into January.
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WV OPA dismisses 103 employees from price control boards
District OPA Director Grover Smith said 103 workers in West Virginia’s 21 price control boards were notified yesterday that their jobs will end December 13. Officials could not confirm whether national reductions would affect the district office until December, 30 days later. The remaining 4,000 employees may stay to administer ICPA core duties over cents, sugar, and juice. Potter stated the nationwide discharge reflects a major state of distress.
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Wyatt Allen Tiff Over RFC Loan Denials
President Truman’s effort to reconcile housing official Wyatt with RFC over nearly 96 million in assembly line housing loans ends in complete disagreement. Allen and Wyatt vow to meet tomorrow for a settlement while RFC cites lack of equity as reason for refusing most requests.
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Farm Harvests Rise as Weather Boosts Crops in October
Washington reports October weather boosted yields across crops with record overall production forecast at 3.38 billion bushels. Corn near peak in north and cotton down. soybeans potatoes tobacco apples and sugar beets also improved. Distillers may gain larger grain allotment as record wheat and feed crops emerge. Reparations talks with Japan move forward in Washington with U S seeking early December decisions despite Russia’s stance.
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Price level shocks hit varied industries across nation
A cross country AP check shows OPA price levels collapsing in more than a half dozen industries while a hold the line sentiment persists in many sectors. Major boosts reported include soap 50 percent, steel tonnages 2.50, and GM Crosley chassis increases. Industry leaders warn costs will rise for consumer goods like soup and rayon fabrics, with some firms signaling only temporary adjustments.
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Krug Sets Morning Meeting With Miners to End Strike Threat
Interior Secretary Krug will meet 9:30 a.m. with coal mine owners' representatives and 2:30 p.m. with John L. Lewis to discuss 400000 diggers demands as UMW threatens a nationwide walkout if the current contract ends November 20. Private operators express doubt over a swift settlement and warn wage hikes could raise coal prices.
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CPA to Cancel Some Controls Retain Housing Measures
Washington November 12 Civilian Production Chief John D Small announced a de control push narrowing rules by early next week Less than 30 of the remaining 45 CPA regulations will stay while price and wage controls are rolled back He said housing controls will be retained to aid veterans housing and that overall de control can speed up production regulation while continuing indefinitely He also indicated the final form of these rules remains undecided Page 4 Cal 5
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Italy Eyes Tito Togliatti Talks On Trieste Bargain
The Italian consulate in New York signaled progress in possible Italo Yugoslav talks on Trieste as a barrier to peace pact talks with the Axis satellites. Tito and Togliatti reportedly offered a basis for general discussion of mutual problems relying on trust, with Rome seeking Four Power diplomacy to resolve the Adriatic port dispute.
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Chest $55,135 Short of Community Chest Goal
Charleston's Community Chest fund rises to 151149.45 with 55,183.79 still needed to reach the 206,278.24 goal. George L. Coyle urges all solicitors to press inward as the drive winds down this week. Contributions support Red Feather services and USC work for 266 of 365 days in 1847, with breakdowns from special gifts 116,286.50 and civic 8,856.07 among others.
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Train wreck in fog kills thirty near Revigny sur Ornain
A freight train crashed into a six coach passenger train at a Revigny sur Ornain station near Bar le Duc on the Paris Strasbourg line. Thirty people died and about ninety were injured as fog prevented signals from being observed. Many school children were aboard the passenger train, which was demolished. The incident was blamed on the absence of a safety crew aboard the American locomotive.
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Wherry Urges End to Rent Ceilings in Congress
Senator Wherry of Nebraska proposed removing rent controls as an early Republican priority in the new Congress. He argued eliminating restraints will ease the housing shortage and spur remodeling, while President Truman maintains ceilings may be needed.
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Georgia’s Guest Follows Dewey for Rest Visit
The piece reports Georgia hosting a distinguished guest for a three week rest break after a busy period. Stan Arnold notes the guest’s calm reception and references a prior week’s effort by an unnamed rival team, framing the event as a light, local note in sports and politics.
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