Truman Nominates Clark and McGrath to Supreme Court and AG
President Truman selects Tom Clark for the Supreme Court and J Howard McGrath for attorney general. Clark, 40, would fill the vacancy caused by Justice Murphy. McGrath, 45, chairs the Democratic National Committee and could resign as chair after confirmation.
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Texas
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Democratic National
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William M. Hoyle
Kansas City
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Dennis J. Roberts
Providence
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Senate Judiciary Committee
NYC Polio Cases Jump 42 in 24 Hours
New York health officials report 42 additional polio infections in a 24 hour span raising total cases for the year to 306. Two more deaths bring the annual polio toll to 18 with 34 new cases yesterday and 249 cases since July 1.
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Nyc
New York
Health Department
Wntal
Bankers Charged In Crooked Clearing House Conspiracy
Dennison Able resigns as secretary manager of the Cincinnati Clearing House Association. He is charged with conspiracy in a $60,000,000 racket involving rigging lottery-like clearing house figures. He was processed at police headquarters for fingerprinting.
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ASC
New York
Dennison Ablé
Cincinnnati Clearing House Association
Ispiracy
Cox Filye
Wollery
Olso
Rizabeth Street Holice
Cliati Clearing House
Yin
Hitaly
Ex-Bootblack Delivers Hot Testimony In Probe
Washington July 25 A fast talking White House visitor John Maragon a one time bootblack testified behind closed doors before Senate investigators probing influence peddling for government contracts He claimed to know several officials and a military aide Maj Gen Harry Vaughan calling them friends He denied being a five percenter saying he has never charged fees for favors and suggested weeks may pass before any evidence emerges Meanwhile In Waynesburg PA July 29 residents awaited rain in a dry spell despite forecasts predicting showers.
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Associated Press
Washington
White House
Senate
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Maragon
Congress
Timmin
Harry H. Vaughan
Tern Five Pereenter
Reserve Bank says job drop not critical in mid year report
Philadelphia July 29 The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia says the current decline in employment is not critical in a mid year analysis of business conditions. It notes unemployment rises mainly among certain communities while about 60 million people remain at work and spending remains supported by savings and continued purchases of homes and equipment.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Federal Reserve Hank of
Ex Guardsmen Arriving for Two Day Reunion in City
Vanguard of ex guardsmen from Company A who served Federal duty arrived last night and this morning to join the two day reunion. More than 160 expected, with events focusing on registration and social gatherings. Officers to be elected tomorrow at the Archie W Thompson Post and a smorgasbord is planned from 3 to 8 pm, culminating in a dance and floor show tomorrow evening at the YW home. Arrivals include members from York, Chicago, and Ohio areas, plus Union City and nearby Corry.
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Chicago
Ohio
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Corry
Licenses to be voted on in September local option
Harrisburg reports 219 liquor licenses and 61 beer licenses tied to September local option votes across 137 municipalities. The survey cites 45.9 million residents affected by possible license changes, with dry and wet divisions varying by liquor and beer.
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Assocuten Presa
Harrisburg
Bighty-pine
Iquor
Argest
Butler
Pennsylvania
Blood Typing Program Opens Trial Run at Corry Hospital
About 25 participants join a Corry Red Cross blood typing trial this afternoon at Corry Hospital. The program classifies blood into O A B or AB and records each person’s type and RH factor for quick matching in emergencies. Directors plan citywide expansion and appoint Mildred Alfred as secretary starting September 15.
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Copry Hospital
Mel
the Individail
Red Cross
Mildred Alfred
Berlin Airlift to be Reduced After Monday
The Associated Press reports that the combined Berlin airlift will be reduced beginning next Monday due to a favorable stock position in Berlin. The plan calls for a drop in airlift operations starting August 1, 1999, while maintaining a framework to revive if a new blockade occurs. Fifty-nine airmen died during the airlift begun by General Lucius D. Clay on June 26, 1948.
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Associated Press
Berlin
Eradua Shuges
Bevuil
Jis
Lucius D. Clay
Heat Wave Death Toll Rises Across Eastern Cities
The death toll from the heat wave climbs with at least 27 fatalities reported in eastern cities as officials warn of continuing hot, humid conditions. A mass of cooler air moves from the Midwest toward Michigan and parts of Illinois and Indiana, offering partial relief but failing to guarantee broad relief east and south. Federal forecasts indicate another day of hot stickiness for much of the region.
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Associated Press
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Midwest
Mississippi
Michigan
Tllinois
India
Buiresti
Ord
Gourtey
Johnson Says No U. S. Soldiers Will Go Abroad Forces to Aid Europe
Defense Secretary John Johnson tells Congress that U S troops will not be sent abroad. He says military aid program provides equipment and training only, with limited expert personnel. The aim is to build up Atlantic pact members without weakening U S armed forces.
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Lely Ownins
Europe
Senate Fights for Emergency Money To Keep Government Running
Washington July 29 A bipartisan block in the Senate and House rushed to fund government via emergency appropriations. The aim is to fill a cash gap by extending August spending while seeking a broader compromise to avoid shutdowns. The push follows earlier measures authorizing partial funds due by July 1 and extending agency cash flow.
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Senate House
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Senate
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French upper house notifies Atlantic Pact treaty to president
The French upper house informed the Atlantic Pact early today that the lower house had previously approved the treaty and asked for formal notification to President Vincent Avital.
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PACE
Paris
Ries
Vincent Avital Fr
Exploratory Talks Planned on Sharing Atom Secrets
President Truman announces a series of exploratory talks with Britain and Canada on atomic information sharing. He notes arrangements made January 1948 are limited in scope and duration and says no step will be taken without congressional approval.
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Washington
United States
Canada
Peuimiyn
Britain
Bélulati
Qup
Slut
Pacers
Dog Catcher Cites 8 Local Owners
Local dog catcher cites eight homeowners during a city visit. Special Agent AL and deputy Roy Bluey assist. city officials were briefed on recent animal control actions and planned follow up.
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AL &. Dipby
Erieant
Roy Bluey
T Te Clty
Neve Tartoy
Plans for Sparta fair unveil September activities
Local participation will be accented by the Spartanshuro Community Pair program September 15 17. Plans drawn by the fair association anticipate about three times as much money for school contests as in prior years. The opening afternoon will feature a go vasid pole climb for a two dollar bill prize and several contests across Thursday night the 14th and Friday night the 15th. Events include men threading contests women nail digging and a husband calling competition. Other highlights include a daylong garden contest, a community barace, free acts at 9 and 10 p.m. featuring a roller skating cow the Starlette Sisters, jugglers and trapeze acts. Truman to spend weekend at Shangri La retreat in the Gat?ctin mountains with staff Saturday and Sunday.
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Fair Association
J. Burton
Uap Progrien Bri
Tha Gardens
Fiir
Barace
Radio Aids Top Priority in State Airports
The state aviation commission said radio aids to navigation are a priority in airport development tying into the national defense program. Since 1945, 29 communities used the frontier-aid plan, expanding feeder-line service to 70 proposed airports and 19 outlying ports, funded by state and federal grants. The American Optical Company announced cross eyed eye glasses to help wearers see through one lens more easily.
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Associated’ Press
Aarkisburg
Frinke Acronis Coumtyvision
Devel Pike Jouram
Pennsylvania
Ein
Uke Commission Sie
Ien
Tube
General Assembly
Ocal
Southbridge
Mass
American Optical Company
Beverages Distributors Face Evening Shop Decision
Retail liquor licensees met with three city distributors over closing times and in‑city competition. Distributors may stay open after 1 p.m or close early to align with retailers, with plans to curb outside purchases and negotiate a final decision next week.
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Merlett
Howes
Haus
Vihat
Iy Lie & P.m
Government would start stevedoring business in Hawaii
Hawaii lawmakers consider a bill to end the 90 day dock strike by letting the territorial government operate its own stevedoring business. The measure would prevent private firms from striking and would bar hiring 2,000 longshoremen, with a special session convened to push the plan.
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Associated Prev
Honolulu
Hawaii
Engettiont
CTO
Te Hyville
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Sinfon
Tlwu Seryedares
Mary Isi
Memory Restored by Hypnotism in Rochelle
Mrs Norton used hypnosis to revive the memory of a 20 year old housewife and mother who had amnesia. She recalled her two brothers Stanley and Ferding and Kubaliicki of Brantotk Pa as well as her girlhood, parents, and earlier life. The patient plans to visit Braddock to see her parents.
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Associated Press
Rochelle
Maly
Selby
10000 Troops to Move Into Indiantown Gap
Indiantown Gap Pa July 29 10 000 troops to move into Indiantown Gap as the Pennsylvania National Guard's Division arrives for two weeks of training. The movement will involve 110 trains and motor convoys from all parts of the state to the military reservation. Major General Daniel B Strickler Division Commander and Major Con Frank A Weber camp commander will greet the presiding officer on arrival.
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