Senate group to hear report by staff chiefs
Washington Aug 10 Secretary of Defense Johnson told senators the military department is willing to accept a 60 percent cash and 40 percent in kind split for the 1.81 billion defense program. He said the plan could spread costs over two fiscal years and maintains U.S. defense strength while aiding Western Europe. Johnson faced questions on firm contracts for 1952 53 and asserted no plan would reduce U.S. defense reach. The testimony precedes a Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committee report. Secretary Acheson scheduled for a closed House Foreign Affairs Committee session.
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Truman Signs Unification Bill In Military Reform
President Truman signed the armed services unification bill in the oval office, praising it as a great advance toward a balanced and effective national defense. The measure strengthens the Defense Secretary's control over the armed forces while drawing criticism for a new restriction on National Security Council members.
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General Tells Berlin Blockade Shaped B 36 Program
In testimony before the House Armed Services Committee General Frederick H Smith described how Russia’s Berlin blockade influenced decisions on the B 36 bomber. He cited an April 1948 test flight, Secretary Symington’s reviews, and the Berlin Airlift as pivotal in backing the full B 36 contract.
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Texas
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Mother of three found shot to death in Harrisburg
Aug 10 in Hammelstown area a 22 year old mother of three, Mrs Pauliné G Dove, was found shot in her kitchen. George Punk of the state police said her husband reported finding the body on his return from work. A single barrel shotgun lay beside her. An investigation including questioning of the husband began to determine whether the death was murder or suicide.
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Pauliné G. Dove
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Hummelstown
George Punk
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Europe Council Divided Over German Admission Issue
In Strasbourg Aug 10 former French premier Edouard Herriot told the European Council assembly that Western Germany may join the organization as soon as its government is functioning. He urged a closer, peaceful European union while warning that Germany must prove it harbors no aggression. The debate reflected tensions between France and other nations over postwar security and German reintegration.
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Herriot
Germany
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France
European Council
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Counall
New VFW Home Excavation Under Way in City
Excavation for a new 80,000 dollar VFW building to house the Archie W. Phompson Post will start this week after razing the old structure. The steel and concrete facility, an addition to the existing dance pavilion, is expected to be completed by early next year if no delays occur. It will include a dining room, bar, grill, meeting room, offices, and restrooms on the first floor with a recreation room and bowling alleys in the basement. Labor for the project is supplied by unemployed post members under contractor A. W. Harmon.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars
A. W. Harmon
Clear Youth Cleared Again in Sister Slaying Case
Pittsburgh August 10 A 1 year old Joe Kensinger Jr was cleared a second time in the slaying of his 12 year old sister Carole Justice of the Peace Frederick M Negahan dropped a charge she died last December at home while her parents were away Private Detective Al Florig presented evidence at Kensinger's hearing Open Witnesses described the home killing. police absolved Kensinger of responsibility weeks after the incident.
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Kensinger
First Hand China Report Awaited by AP
Washington reports that Ambassador John Leigh and Stuart T. Vives will provide a first hand account from China. The talks with President Truman and Secretary of State Acheson could shape new U S policy toward China after the White Paper. Vives will assess likely resistance by National generals outside the Red area and the potential rise of anti Communist forces within Communist provinces. Acheson plans consultations with House and Senate Foreign Affairs Committees on China.
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George C. Marshall
Politician label sparks debate at city manager session
Aug 10 Harrisburg report says the Pennsylvania League of Third Class Cities halted action on the city manager question. Over 200 city officials at the league’s eighth annual convention voted to wait until next year amid editorials labeling officials as politicians. President Walter E. Greenwood of Coatesville helped push a resolution condemning the term and urging careful treatment of public office in Pennsylvania. The dispute followed a front page editorial by the Lancaster Intelligencer Journal criticizing the league and urging a stand on city manager plans tied to state legislation delays from 1940.
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League of Third Class
Lancaster Thtelligencer-Journal
Walter E. Greenwood
Coatesville
Yea Teday
Tavicasier
Greenwood
General Assembly
Pennsylvania
Bear Lake Man Hurt as Car Hit by Erie Train
A Bear Lake resident, 86 year old Cornish, was injured when his car stalled at a crossing on the Niobe-Dart Convit line and was struck by an approaching Erie train. Deputy Wilson stated the crossing signals and whistle were active as the car failed to clear the tracks in time. Cornish was taken to the Sugar Grove hospital for x rays.
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Alfred Grant
Sugar Grove
Millard Wilson
File
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Slocomulve
Tremors, looting fear grip Ecuador after quake
Quito Aug 10 reports say new tremors trigger panic among thousands homeless after Ecuador quake. Death toll rises to about 6,000 amid landslides and ongoing aftershocks. Troops guard Pelileo and Ambato as aid streams in. Salasacas clash with forces as rescuers race to reach affected towns.
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Amhattats
Minto
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Peliles
Sala
Manel Diaz Grandados
Ateles
Bolla
Taeas
IWO
Ambato
T. S. Air Force
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Ambuto
Inquiries for Fairhaven sale rise amid confusion
Nearly all inquiries about the Fairhaven housing sale came from prospective home buyers, with 29 inquiries traced to veteran and non veteran groups. Only one unit had sold by afternoon as prospective purchasers await financing and the chance to secure a dwelling before the September 4 deadline.
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Fitzgerald
Mip
Veter
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Finnwradd
Uini
Mile Price Hire Seen For Corry Milk Market
Erie county court heard testimony on milk price adjustments likely after September 1. Support shifted away from bans as commissioners signaled a 1.5 cent rise per gallon with possible deposits restored to offset producer losses, while other marketing measures may be announced.
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Cammicainn
Hhrish Unis Cise
Hang Vampire Killer for Murder of Nine
London Aug 10 John George Haigh the self-styled vampire killer of nine Britons was hanged for murder of Mrs Olivia Durand Deacon a 68 year old widow. He was convicted July 14 after a two day trial with a jury rejecting insanity as a defense. The prosecution showed a confession in which Haigh claimed to have killed others and drunk their blood.
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London
John George Halgh
Anya Warntsworth
Rnson
Businness
Olivia Durand-Deacon
Haigh
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New Heat Wave Brings 90 Degree High Across City
A new heat wave pushed temperatures to around 90 degrees with officials warning of persistent heat. The forecast called for elevated readings overnight and into the morning, with residents urged to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity as humidity rose.
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Gouy
Noods Hearing Continues as Senate Probers Probe Vaughan
Senate investigators hear testimony about former president Truman aide Vaughan and delays on the Tanforan project. Wood testifies Vaughan visited the White House January 9 and January 12 asking to press the permit, with Camden associate Pujo Mort named. The five percent inquiry and court orders tie the discussions to ongoing construction and potential interference.
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Camden
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Eve
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Greece Invades Albania Report Sparks Outcry
London reports Albania accuses Greece of invasion with heavy fighting along a wide front. Albanian armed forces say hundreds of Greek soldiers killed or captured as Athens denies aiding rebels and claims Albania hosts rebels as cover for cross border raids. The situation prompts international concern and rapid official statements.
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Voice of the People
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Fighting ’Fen h’ to Hold 50th Reunion in Monongahela
The 50th annual reunion of the old 10th Pennsylvania Volunteer Tr... will be held Saturday in Monongahela, Fa. The event gathers members of the unit from across the region for a formal commemorative gathering.
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Triantry
Bus CrashKills Fifteen. Survivors Escape Through Window
Fifteen charred bodies were recovered from a Greyhound bus that burned after hitting a ridge abutment near Bloomington Indiana. Twelve others were injured and hospitalized. The driver Wayne Cuvier said a blown front tire caused the crash as the bus plunged about 180 feet. Survivors escaped through a window amid flames. one passenger kicked the window to exit. The bus had 87 passengers leaving Bloomington for Jamies.
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Wells
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Indianapolis
Hoover Honored by Stanford U for 14th Birthday
Avmdlated Press reports Hoover was lauded by Stanford University and governors across multiple states as he turned 14. A ceremony and address titled Think of the Next Generation were planned at the Prost amphitheater, with letters of praise pouring in from Arkansas, Maryland, Vermont, and California officials marking Hoover Day.
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