May lift ban on sale of arms to Yugoslavia
British and American officials indicate restrictions on military equipment to Yugoslavia may be eased soon. A decision is expected when Foreign Secretary Bevin meets U S Secretary of State Acheson in Washington.
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Yugoslavia
Associated Press
London
U. S
Britain
Ernest Bevin
Wilh
Deyn Acheson
Washington
Sani
Matahul Tito
Ws Quinrel
Russia
Tito
Tme
Passia
Communist International Informa( 1
Cominform
Nas
Moscow
Henim
Arms program taking shape in bipartisan aid debate
A bipartisan panel in Washington discussed trimming European arms aid to 190,990,000 while preserving broader support for President Trumans program. Senators George, Dulles, Vandenberg and Connally led talks to align committee plans toward an "overwhelming" Senate approval, with possible cash allocations and adjusted terms for European defense. Meanwhile an auto accident in Pennsylvania claimed Dwight Craft, 98, who died after his car overturned on Route 219 near Carrolltown two weeks earlier.
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Washington
Mareeme
Iewer
al- Tanite Alliance
Se Pn
Vandenbere
Michwhd
Dulles
Deaver
Fureler
George
D-Cin
Vandenbers
Natal Spangler
Dwight Craft
Craft
Carroll~ Town
Milwrs Hospital
U S Students Held by Russia Prompt Acheson Reply
Secretary of State Acheson condemned Russia for detaining American students Peter Sellers of Radnor Pennsylvania and Warren Oulsiter of Bay City New York who have been missing since July 26. He urged immediate release and noted the United States does not imprison people for wrongdoing abroad.
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U. S
Associated Press
Washington
Aus
Auhnson
Russia
Witc
Germany
Peter Sellers
Radnor, Pa
Warren Oulsiter
Ay9er Bay
Achesals
United Stateroes
Blatt Brothers to Issue 500000 Stock in Western PA Chain
Blatt Brothers announce a 500000 stock issue to fund a chain expansion spanning 24 theatres in Western Pennsylvania. The cumulative preferred stock will first be offered to existing stockholders, with a plan to sell to the public at 100 per share later, returning six percent dividends and a $105 call price after two years. A $1000 investment yields a free theatre pass for any chain venue. The firm aims to canvass theatres across Western Pennsylvania for acquisition or new builds by the completion of the sale.
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All Brothers Mganizers
Blat
Brothers Western
Pennsylvania
Cory
Debeuinre
Tim
Blatt Brothers
Greeville
Blatt Brothers, Theatre Corp
Gener
Pennsylvans
Iwase
St Edward's registers pupils for parish school opening
Registration for St Edward's parish school grades starting next fall will be held tomorrow from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. While total enrollment is not yet known, it is expected to exceed last year's 120. Several nuns will teach the new/expanded classes and music. the school opens September 6 with Sister Mary Damien, Sister Mary Rose, Sister Mary Patrice, Sister Mary John, and Sister Mary Ellen in charge. Also noted is the death of John A Stevenson, 63, Penn Mutual Life Insurance president and noted business leader, at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital.
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St. Edward's Pardchial School
Mary Damien
Mary Rose
Euades
Mary Patrice
Etades
Mary John
Rosco
Mary Ellen
Philadelphia
John A. Stevenson
Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
University of Pennsylvania Hospital
Charles Pain Candidate for City Controller Nomination
Charles A. Pain long serving city controller seeks re election after 16 years in office. He announced a write in bid for the September 13 primary amid Democratic inactivity and Republican plans to file on the ballot. Rumors question if any rival will appear as Pain aims to secure both party nominations.
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Charles A. Pain
Wil
Pain
Theouwh
Pally
Republica Gentity
Hal Hey
Soviet pilot returns home from Austrian demarcation line
Vienna report states Soviet pilot Anatole Barsov voluntarily returned to the Red Army today from political asylum last October. In a brief ceremony near the demarcation line American authorities handed him over to Russian officers after he expressed his wish to go back to Russia.
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Associated Press
Vienna
Austria
Anatole Barsov
Red Army
Barsov
Washington
Russia
State Department
Barsev
Gerimany
Barsey
Cutting Cyclist Injured After Bike Chain Breaks
Frank Grden, 12, of Cutting, sustained severe cuts after his bicycle chain broke while pacing home. He was hurled through a plate glass window at Bemis filling station, suffering facial and neck injuries. Transported to Corry Hospital, he underwent medical treatment and is reported recovering today.
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Frank Grden
Valanty Grden
Cutting
Corry Hospital
Bemis
Stanley
Shroeder
Grden
Stim ¢ Mcough
Howley predicts Berlin to become capital of a united Germany
Brig. Gen Frank Ly Howley, retiring U.S. commandant in Berlin, told a news conference he expects Berlin to eventually be the capital of a united Germany and warned Russians against ongoing pressure. He released an 80,000 word report on four years as chief in Berlin and praised Germans while criticizing Soviet tactics and broken past lessons. He said the Allies revived Berlin’s social and political life and described efforts to reconcile Russian, Western democratic aims. He ships home next week after a final briefing and extensive discussions with Allied authorities.
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Associated Press
Bermin
Frank Ly Hawley
Austin
Gsies
Berlin
Amerie
Howley
Germany
Simmary
U.S
Ware
Key Democrats Begin Farm Bill Study
Associateprosa reports President Truman met with key Democrats to hash out differences on farm legislation. Senate group led by Lucas of Texas includes Elmer Thomas and Anderson, with House Agriculture chair Cooley and Brannan seeking a compromise plan. Anderson’s proposal maintains current high price supports for six main commodities while allowing flexibility for others. Thomas backs a House bill extending wartime farm programs for another year, warning against stockpiling surplus.
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Prosa
Washington
All
Truman
White House
Lucas
Tiais
Senate
Elmer
Thomas D-Okla
Senate Agricuiian Committee
Annderson D-Nm
Cooley
Rouse
Anderson
Thomas
House
Brannan
Anderson, Lucas
Deen
Two Day Work Week Ordered for Coal Miners
Washington August 31 The United Mine Workers Union chief John T. Lewis ordered a two day work week for miners along the Mississippi region for the coming week. Miners are not to work extra days to make up for the Labor Day holiday.
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Washington
Mississippi River
John T. Lewis
United Mine Workers Union
School Board Won't Appeal New Assessment
The school board will not appeal the new real estate assessment which could lower state aid to districts. Officials say statewide subsidies may shrink as property values rise, potentially reducing funding for Corry schools and impacting local tax rates.
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Titusvilla
Scrioul
Belov
Nias
Wysscienhig
Chic Laver Company
Daytor
Spain
Corry
Fio
Homselvss
Ueseus
Mediation plan on steel dispute abandoned in progress
Presidential fact finders moved to shape recommendations to prevent a national steel strike. The mediation offer was withdrawn by the Kerwin Howard group as industry leaders pressed for terms. Findings due by September 10 to guide talks ahead of a September 14 strike deadline, with wage and benefit demands shaping tough talks between steelworkers and companies.
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Truman
Associated Press
New York
National Steel
Iri
Kerman Howrd
Rampany
Chagirman
Daugherty
Yuan
Welatine Widence
Cam Vines
GIO United Steel Workers
Butler Acts To Combat Polio Outbreak In 34th Case
Butler city officials announce a sweeping anti polio plan amid an infantile paralysis outbreak. Schools and public activities are postponed or limited as health authorities study recommendations and urge postponement of public gatherings. The county reports its 34th case of the year as authorities act to curb spread.
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Ee Butler
Western
Penpaylyas
City Board of Health
Senate Leaders Seek Final Vote on Minimum Pay
Senate leaders push for a final vote on the wage hour bill expected by nightfall. The measure would raise the minimum wage for covered workers, with debate over amendments and exemptions, including a test for state sales volumes.
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Senate
Washington
Akme
Labott Stansards
Tmse
Rilender
Guay P
Lyle
Burman of Labor
Bondo
Benotus
Folland
Pepper
Mousine
Mette
Congress
Tath
R-Ohlo
Horses Set New Record at Wallabire Fair
Sonewango team led by Martin Berg of Onnewanka wins medium weight horse pull, pulling 9 150 pounds for 211 feet to establish a record at the Wallabilre fair. The event, judged with a signometer, drew top teams from Alden Waterford and nearby towns as 450 in prizes were promised this day.
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Sonewango
Wallablire Fair
Martin Berg
Onnewanka
Cutturauigts
Wattsboro
Alden
May
Waterford
Ed Timandinger
Warren
Frank Anderson
Randolph
Fourtst
Palmer & Sons
Shernan
M. Harrington
Albion
Sutton
Riveville
Harold Dickson
Meadville
LaVerne Yeager
Clymer
Harry Burrows
Fair Association
Gainea
Paul Babbitt
Sieméan
Erie Educator Is Given State Post
Herman Grose of Erie has been appointed deputy superintendent of public instruction by Governor James Burg. The 53 year old educator is on leave from Erie schools where he has served as superintendent. Born in Wisconsin, he taught in elementary and secondary schools and led Ambridge and Lebanon districts. He earned a bachelor’s from Wesleyan College and a master’s from the University of Pittsburgh, plus a PhD from Pennsylvania. He was president of the Pennsylvania State Education Association in 1945.
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Harrisburg
Hérman Grose
Ul Epley Jusiay
Chuvermur Janes
Dull
Grose
Erie
Ainey
Deny Uportitendenh
Bichward
Wesleyan College
W- Va
Ambridge
Mi Lebanon
Gine i Erie
Pennsylvania State Eilucation Association
Two-Truck Route 6 Crash Causes Major Damage
A night collision on Route 6 west of Cory caused damage over 31,050 dollars. Aris Parrar of Cleveland and Raymond Webster of Erie drove the trucks. authorities cited no driver. Parrar reported stopping at a sign before Route 9 while Webster’s truck struck the Federal truck owned by Arc Bun Oil Co. The left side of Parrar’s vehicle and front of Webster’s truck sustained heavy damage. State Police noted neither driver was cited but both were found negligent.
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Cleveland
LWO
Cory
Aris
Parrar
Raymond Webster
Erie
Route
Webster
One Bun Oil Go
Fartur
Cleveland Tucker
Deiver
Senate Talks Of Adjournment In Warmer Tone
Washington report says Senate leaders discuss possible adjournment with President Truman and plan to meet Republicans to chart a short stopgap. Democratic Leader Lucas eyes an extended program if needed, GOP senators pledge cooperation to shorten the session from its ninth month.
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Washington
Alig
Lucas (l
Trufan
GOP
Congress
House
Senate
Lucas
Truman
Communist Irregulars Invasion Rumor Reaches Canton
Reports from Aug 31 describe Chinese Communist irregular forces invading eastern Kwangtung province and closing in toward Canton. Dispatches claim Red units moved north of the national capital’s northeast arc and seized Pingyun, about 210 miles northeast of Canton, under Sen. Liu Po-Chenei’s aid, signaling expanding pressure near the region.
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Kwangtung
Canton
E Kwangtung
Liu Po-Chenei
Kilangsi
Ato
Kwangiing
Pingyun
Exoneration Shocks White House Aide Probe Findings
FBI investigators cleared a presidential aide after reviewing his dealings at the request of a member of the press. Senator McCarthy raised questions about FBI interest in Vaughan's activities, prompting scrutiny of his conduct and connections.
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G-Men
Sen
McCarthy
FBI
Vaughan
Vaughan denies seeking grain favors for liquor firms
Maj. Gen. Harry H. Vaughan testified before a Senate committee that the FBI investigated a claim he attempted to fix an income tax case. He said the probe looked into alleged pressure from political aides, with Hoover later stating Vaughan was exonerated. Vaughan recalled receiving campaign funds and helping business friends in government dealings.
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Washington
Harry H. Vaughan
Senate
FBI
Col
C.J. Mann
White House
Vaughan
Edgar Hoover
Vaushan
Vaught
Caneraels Viti
McCarthy
t-Wik
Agriculture Department
Igor
Vauighan
Relas Pyer
Erin
Sherley
Caste
New Orleans
Kansas City
Col. Mara
Atory
Toom Dohni Matsgon
Willian Helis
Wadeham
Roosevelt Jr Weds Socialite in Private New York Ceremony
Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr and socialite Suzanne Perrin tied the knot in a quiet private wedding in New York. Only family members and close friends attended as reports noted Perrin’s family ties and the couple’s brief engagement.
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New York
Augsu
Franklin D. Roosevelt, Jr
Waittine
Secissite
Suzanne Perrin
Coule
Joense
Ming Perriny
Tecush Valley
N. Y
Ferrin
James Perrin
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