Death of Queen Mary Mourned in London
Queen Elizabeth announced a month of mourning for Queen Mary and burial beside George V in St George's Chapel Windsor, with services possible at St Pauls or Windsor Chapel. Dignitaries from Britain and abroad expressed condolences as details of her death and coronation plans emerged.
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New Officers Named at VFW Installation on April 14
William Allen was elected commander with Ray Root as senior vice commander and Al Watrous as junior vice commander. Utah Jackson will be chaplain, John Ghillock quartermaster, William Peiffer post advocate, Dr. Hugh O'Hare surgeon, and W Houghton trustee. They will take office at the installation ceremony on April 14.
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Chinese Reds Halt U S Drive on Old Baldy
Chinese forces halted a U S push on Old Baldy in fierce trench fighting amid rain and artillery. The 7th Division reported heavy casualties on both sides as Red bunkers endured savage pounding and helicopter evacuations moved wounded to rear hospitals.
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Fourth rotting corpse found in London house of death
Discovery of a fourth rotting corpse at a Notting Hill lodging sparked a Scotland Yard manhunt for a quiet clerk who rented the flat. Three women walled up in a pantry were strangled, aged 25 to 30, and the new body raises violent deaths at the house to six in recent years. One woman is believed to be the wife of the apartment’s central figure.
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Slayer of DuBois woman sentenced in Beaver County court
Thomas E Bayer, 36, of Falls Creek, was sentenced to seven to sixteen years for the murder of Madeline C. Cox, a DuBois woman, following a guilty plea to second degree murder. Judge F Corter Bell presided as the verdict was delivered yesterday.
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Taft Sparkman Move to Clear Bohlen Approval
Taft and Sparkman advance steps to approve Bohlen as ambassador to Moscow after lengthy Senate delay. They studied a 5 page FBI loyalty review at the State Department and urged direct access to FBI files while facing Republican and Democratic opposition and concerns over Bohlen’s ties.
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Chrysler Cuts All Car Prices Across Line
Chrysler Corp announced across the board price cuts on all models in response to the end of government price controls. The reductions range from 67.50 on four door moderate cars to 278.40 on a deluxe model, with truck prices also reduced. Company president L L Colbert cited an 89 percent rise in production versus last year under controls. General Motors and Ford declined immediate comment on the move.
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French Premier Mayer Arrives in U.S. for Talks on Aid
Premier Rene Mayer landed at Idlewild Airport at 12 18 p m EST en route to Washington for talks with President Eisenhower and U S officials on military and economic aid for France and Indochina. A French delegation joined him as tentative requests target at least 125 million dollars in immediate aid included in France's 1954 military budget.
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Recommendations Made For Three Federal Judgeships
Washington five. Adv. Gen. Methert Brownell has received recommendations for filling three federal judgeships and three attorney vacancies in Pennsylvania, according to an aide to Sen. Duff. Fal said routine FBI checks are now being made and names were not disclosed. Both Sen. Duff and Sen. Martin received suggested names for appointments.
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Eisenhower Seeks Reorganization of Agriculture Dept
President Eisenhower sent Congress a plan to reorganize the Agriculture Department aiming to improve operations and save taxpayers money. The proposal centers on shifting control to Secretary Benson, creating three new assistant secretaries, and reducing payroll by consolidating positions within a single secretary’s office.
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Reuther slated for re election as UAW head
Atlantic City N J Willer P Reuther was assured of a thirteenth term as United Auto Workers president with no opponent nominated. The convention saw a 30 minute demonstration as thousands of delegates cheered and waved balloons. Reuther, 45, first elected in 1946, was part of a slate that also carried secretary treasurer and two vice presidents with no challenge to the others. The event followed prior similar re elections in Milwaukee and Cleveland.
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Mulwaukee
Cleveland
Doubt Over Abolishing Three State Departments
Republican floor leader Mahany questions plans to abolish the Department of Internal Affairs and the Milk Control Commission, arguing no single unit serves a clearly defined people’s need. The proposal, tied to an economic package, advances in the Senate and would be introduced next week with Gov. Fine’s committee report pending.
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Nyieraine
Annual Sessions Amendment Heads to House Floor
Harrisburg lawmakers expect quick action on a proposed amendment for annual sessions of the General Assembly. House State Government Chair Tyan C. Watkins says the plan is the only business like way to run state government. The measure has Senate approval and likely will reach the House floor Tuesday for debate. Representatives Alvert W. Johnson and H. G. Andrews back the plan as leaders predict swift passage. The amendment requires House approval, governor signature, and voter ratification.
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Air taxi service seeks permanent rights across Western Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh air taxi firm AMmter Air Taxi Service sought permanent operating rights among nine Western Pennsylvania airports. At a Public Utility Commission hearing owner Guy M. Miller reiterated support via letters from Wichita airlines, after receiving a temporary permit earlier this year. Airports listed included Greater Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Quinterville, Allegheny Valley, Latrobe, Butler, New Castle, Beaver Valley and Washington.
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Standby controls law debated during mobilization talks
Aired by Associated Press, high level officials discuss extension of mobilization programs to sustain production for weapons and missiles. Acting Mobilization Director Arnia Flemming outlined requests for a one year extension and civilian service expansions, with a focus on extending authority for defense programs and related financing.
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Great Lakes shipping season seen opening near early date
In Cleveland a thawing Great Lakes shows potential early navigation season. A U S Steel spokesman predicts ore shipments may begin next Saturday via the Saulte Ste. Marie locks with a Pittsburgh Steamship Division vessel expected to pass through.
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Dinner set for 65 from Chamber of Commerce
A group of six members and their spouses plus guests will attend the annual Chamber of Commerce dinner at the Mave Corry venue. Theodore G Applegate of Tal inwalla Pas will speak on How To Promote Coral Resources To Prosperous Community. Applegate, long associated with the T S Chamber in community promotion, now speaks on organizing local resources. Year end reports of the focal chamber will be heard.
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PUC Orders Pennsylvania 70 Continue Train Service
Harrisburg The Public Utility Commission ordered the Pennsylvania Railroad to keep the Buffalo Day Express running between Harrisburg and the New York state line while an application and hearings proceed on a proposed elimination. The railroad had signaled plans to drop the service between Harrisburg and Buffalo, with timetable changes aligning to daylight saving time starting April 26, noting the express is the only daylight link between Renovo and the state line on the Buffalo route.
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Nelson Granted Fundraising Trip for Defense Finance
Steve Nelson on trial in district court received permission from the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to travel to Detroit over the weekend for a fund raising junket to raise money for his defense. He cited the need for funds to cover defense expenses.
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Zoning Petition Seeks Mercantile Building on East Columbus
Corry Zoning Board hearings will hear petitions to permit a large mercantile building on East Columbus Avenue, on the former Cobbett Rel Urine Agency site. Robert Tolan 88 of Pilbihorsa seeks permission to construct a 44 by 35 foot building as a 157 by 10 foot facility for manufacture and retail of Troveny confectionery and other items, with a wide driveway and planned landscaping.
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Warning Is Sounded By Rep Var Y Asouessveu Eyes
Washington Rep Var Zandu proposes munition limits and warns against creation of a new stay, citing stalled policy debates. On the House Armed Services Committee, Van Zandt named former Defense leaders Robert A. Lovell, Vannevar Bush, and Omar Bradley as influential figures in a Defense Department study.
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Ger Omar Braddey
Steel maker predicts higher output in 1953
Pittsburgh National Steel chairman Ernest Welr states in the annual report that the industry will lift its capacity beyond previous levels. National Steel plans 6,690,000 tons for 1953, up 590,000 tons from 1952, with 1952 earnings of $97,569,477 and 510 a share versus 8615 a share in 1951.
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Corry joint schools bond rate sparks taxpayer concern
A bond interest rate quoted at 3.96 percent for Corry area bonds provokes alarm over the burden on taxpayers from the six districts forming the Corry Aren Schon Authority. The authority, after reviewing proposals from Blair Rollie and Company, faces scrutiny over financing terms and potential impacts on residents.
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Construction Work Slows as Pittsburgh Strike Hits Projects
A major construction walkout in Pittsburgh and surrounding counties idles about 25 million dollars in highway and bridge projects. The dispute centers on union demands and firm staffing, threatening widespread stoppages and delayed completion across multiple firms and sites.
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