War Within Dem Ranks Fired By New Attack
Four Dixie governors meet National Chairman McGrath and vow to use whatever means necessary to block President Truman's civil rights program. They declare the Southern states are revolted and will no longer back the Democratic leadership, while McGrath says he sees headway against the revolt but aims to reduce the split. Governors named include South Carolina, Arkansas, Texas, and North Carolina.
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Associated Press
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South Carolina
Ben Loney
Arkansas
Beauford Jester
Texas
R. Gregg
Cherry
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Congress
Fleming's Condition Delays Removal Surgery After Shooting
Fleming, hospitalized in Jacksonville, Fla, since February after a botched jewelry store robbery, faced a delayed operation to remove a second bullet from his body. The would-be robber had been recovering from the first bullet wound as Attaches from the County Hospital prepared for surgery, but his condition worsened, postponing the procedure. He faces charges including attempted armed robbery and assault with intent to commit murder.
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Tra Patreloth
Bury
Nasault
Falls Three Floors In Philadelphia Woman Hurt
February 24 report from Philadelphia states Mrs Louise Arbenz, an elderly blind woman, unintentionally fell from her third floor bathroom widow while attempting to window walk. She landed in a snow bank and suffered ankle fractures.
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Ango
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President Orders Steel Price Probe En Route to Caribbean
President Truman orders a full inquiry into steel prices after a noted price rise in recent weeks. Press secretary Eben Ayers said the probe includes the Justice Department, economic advisers, and the Commerce Department. The president travels from the Virgin Islands toward Cuba aboard the presidential yacht Williamsburgh, with reports sent from Greenwich Bay.
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Caribbean
Justice Department
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Commerce Department
Ayers
Thie Gaelie
Greenwich Bay
Iqulne
Virful Islands
Cuba
Florida
Gas Well Reaches 3300 Foot Depth At Carter Hill
Drillers report progress on the new Carter Hill hole near J. Follete farm as depth nears 3300 feet with about 1000 feet to go. Pennsylvania Gas Co struggles to keep water from reaching the gas flow while attempts to draw off excess water with tubing and pumping gear have failed. If the new well fails, future drilling at the Barry site may be abandoned.
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Britons Blamed for Fatal Jerusalem Bus District Bombing
A Jewish agency spokesman in Jerusalem said the bombing that killed 62 in Sunday’s attack on the Jewish business district was engineered by Britons. He stated there is no doubt the Ben Yehuda street bombing was perpetrated by British persons and that attackers may mask identities. Arab counsel and others blamed British uniforms in reprisal actions as mortars hit the Palpatine police compound and damaged the post office and a roof. Police deny British involvement.
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Jerusalem
Ben Yehuda
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United States backs partition plan for Holy Land
The United States announced support for partitioning Palestine and the possible deployment of a U N force. Chief U S Delegate Warren Austin told the Security Council the policy follows Marshall directives and urges separating peacekeeping from enforcing a political settlement.
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United States
Meyers Trial Begins Today In Army Air Forces Case
Washington feb 4 the government called Maj Gen bennett e Meyers the former top purchasing agent for the army air forces to face three criminal charges Meyers allegedly induced a business associate to lie to senate investigators about a false story and prosecutors say he profited over 150000 from aviation beads company while serving as a chief purchaser Lamarre a Dayton attendant and Mrs Lamarre are to testify Meyers faces subornation and influencing testimony charges with a maximum penalty of ten years for each count
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Dapper
Bennett E. Meyers
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Sald
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Minneapolis Teachers Strike for Higher Pay
Minneapolis public school teachers strike for higher pay and a full school year. The APL Teachers Federation calls the action, with pickets at several schools as 8 a.m. CST hour arrives. Mayor Hubert Humphrey and Superintendent Willard Goslin failed to avert the walkout, with over 1,000 nonunion instructors affected.
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Associated Press
Minneapolis
APL Teachers Federation
Hubert Humphrey
Philadelphia
Willard B. Goslin
Goslin
Mit Union
Trade Unions Back Czech Premier BULLETINS
Trade unions back the Czech premier as a stop-gap extension of rent controls is debated. Senate members hint at a night session to advance legislation amid tensions over various domestic policies in a volatile political moment. The report notes resignations within international bodies affecting ongoing diplomatic efforts.
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Associated Prena Warmington
Senate
Georgia Court Grants Talmadge Backing in Party Control Fight
Georgia Supreme Court settles long running Democrat power dispute naming the Talmadge faction as the lawful state party leadership. The decision sets up primary machinery for 1948 and delegates to the National Democratic convention. Thompson declares run for governor amid upheaval in party ranks.
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Atlanta
Georgia Supreme Govt
Herman ‘Tslinana
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Palmas
Thompson
Talmadge
Eugene Talmadge
Anne
High Court
Tach
Iit
Menten
Yolers
Home Destroyed By Fire Kills Four Children in Delaware
Wilmington dispatch reports a fire near New Castle, Delaware claimed four child lives and left a home destroyed. Police Capt. Charles L. Murray identified victims as Charles Bunfy and his children Roger, age five, and a six year old daughter, plus their aunt Alberta Chandler. Queenie Jackson aided Bungy family members including Bungy’s wife Elizabeth and two other children, Lint Wood and Junie, in escaping before the fire raged through the residence. Firefighters regained control after several rooms were searched and two small children’ bodies were found in a rear door area.
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New Castle
Charles L. Murray
Charles Bunfy
Roger
Alberta Chandler
Bonnd Bungy
Mise Jackson
Murray
Bungy
Elizabeth ‘Bungy
Lint Wood
Junie
Mremern
Murrey
Liquor Board Hearing Slated for Cory Man L
Corry man L Marty faces a Pennsylvania liquor law hearing after arraignments alleging sale of beverages on Sunday and possessing malt liquor on premises. Witness Flanigan and others noted. Board action to determine violation and penalties follows legal proceedings in Erie County.
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Mialy
Bath Cumler Street
Gwe Corey
Wass
Towhy
Marty
Jess Jiull
Hele
Lignwr
Fire victims identified as city house fire claims remain unclear
A boiler room and rooming house fire at Wert Matn and Soll Past avenues injured several, with one victim hospitalised and others treated for shock or smoke inhalation. Fire officials investigated collapsed walls and salvaged belongings while inspectors flagged potential condemnation of the old structure.
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G. Aid J. Pesaurint
Andrew Paulson
Coby Hospital
George Clark
George Clu
Thomas Gaar
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Bulety
Robert Price
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Eleven Hour Rush to File Nominations
Associated Press report from Harrisburg notes a frantic last-minute surge as candidates file nomination petitions. The State Elections Bureau warns only two weeks remain before the April 27 primary while many offices still seek nominees. Milzabeth Zimmerman, district official, reports limited filings to date amid competitive stakes.
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Harrisburg
Fels
State Elections Bureau
Odey
Milzabeth Zimmerman
United States Urges Quick Voting in Divided Korea
U S officials press for immediate start of elections in Korea under United Nations supervision. Philip Jessup, U S delegate, calls for rapid, comprehensive plans to allow Koreans to elect a national assembly while opposing Soviet blockades and non cooperation.
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Associated Press
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Deauby Ainefitir
U.N
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Polly
U. N
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Huskie
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Russia
United States
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Russiu
Glens Falls Fire Fatalities Shock Town
In Glens Falls New York four children and a housekeeper died in a blaze as a frantic mother fell from a porch roof while trying to save them. Police searched for survivors of Mrs Elizabeth Center 86 and others from the home. A son Vernon Dunitey 10 escaped by jumping from the roof. Facility care for Mrs Center and others reported in fair condition at Glen Falls Hospital. A separate note from Washington reports the Senate committee amended the confirmation of George W Allen as assistant secretary of state.
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Wodies
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Chide
Eisbette Digek
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Burns
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Gurwin Peck
Vernin
Peck Howe
Huck
Boston House and Salvation Army Praised by Firemen
Firemen lauded Boston House and Salvation Army for aiding the seven hour blaze opposite a restaurant. Mr Nel Max led the evening service as volunteers served coffee and sandwiches to hosemen. Rev Joseph Clair prayed and Emanuel Episcopal Church pledged aid and expressions of thanks followed as fire crews continued work.
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Thoensen Fone
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Emanuel Episcar Pal
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Blast Levels Five Buildings in Arkansas Town
Poortmontas Arkansas February 14 five taleveness buildings leveled by a gun explosion believed to be caused by criminal action. One man died and several may be trapped while two men were reported jailed. Bob Allen reportedly rescued with minor injuries. a grocery, hardware, and shoe shop were demolished. The town lies about 100 miles northwest of Memphis with a population of 3438 in 1940.
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Red Grass
Henry Thylor
I Nepro
Hind Tosen
Cwo
Uwe
Daliis Rowden
Punugey
Atreet
Bob Allen
Sling Stop
Pocahentas
Arkatigas
Metphis
Cori Vets
Grass Fires Triggered Three Alarms In Three Hours
The Corry Fire Department responded to three alarms in late morning and early afternoon as grass fires spread near East Irving Street between Wright and East Wayne Street. Firefighters also tackled blazes on West Wayne Street and at Union and West Main Streets, with crews dousing flames by about 1:90 p.m.
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Wright
East’ Wayne
West Wayne
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West Main
Premier Thought Set to Unveil Cabinet in Czech Crisis
Prague reports a political crisis as Premier signals a new cabinet list amid resignations from 12 anti communist ministers. President Benes holds to a non resignation stance while unions protest Communist influence and coordinate with non Communist allies to sustain a national front government.
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Renan Gott Wold
Praca
Communist Party
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Goilwild
Eduard Benes
Presidenit
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Priday
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Sime Ynavuns
Guma
Mewylke
Bock
Het
Ha Lion
el Alt
Mdunkd Bayes
UWHL
Paws
London
A. Zork
Bovieh
Byta Creahorlevalda
National Societint
Slovek Detnevit
People’s Partes
Hir
Couple Hospitalized After Small Plane Crash in Battle Creek
Washington report: a 19 year old man Wen Glick and his 20 year old wife Bass Cres, both from Battle Creek, were injured in a small plane crash while flying from East with a Gyts Piteburl. Authorities say both sustained possible internal injuries and Mrs Cres suffered a broken jaw. The wreckage was in a field as the plane landed.
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Wen Glick
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