Hopes for averting steel strike dimmed as Wilson quits mobilization post
The Abel industry and the CIO United Steelworkers postponed wage talks as Charles E. Wilson resigns as public mobilization director. His departure clouds wage price control prospects and heightens outlook for a nationwide steel strike on April 4. The White House backs Wilson’s stance yet signals policy conflict over proposed price increases. Maybank ends hearings until air clears, while Steelman named to run mobilization temporarily.
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Charles E. Wilson
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New York
GIO
United Steelworkers
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General Electre Company
War Production Board
Zront American
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Nomindtina Randy
Johan Steelman
Wage S Stabilization Board
CIO
Key West
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Esident
Truman
Roger L. Putnam
Hoe
Hills Arnall
Ameht
Western Union strike delayed by mediation decision
Washington March 31 The 91 000 Western Union Telegraph Company workers will delay their strike at midnight as federal mediator J R Mundelbaim extends the talks The AFL Commercial Telegraphers Union had warned of a possible walkout and urged a quick settlement to end the labor dispute with the company units leaders indicating the delay aims to give the government time to mediate a settlement.
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Washington
Western Union Teleocuph
Peveramms
Tewats
J. R Mund
Thane
AFL
Felemaphers
Unio
Witke
Mundelbaim
Rural home burns near Corry in Elgin Jaye area
A rural dwelling and workshop on Oxmile road southeast of Elgin Jaye were destroyed by fire. Mrs. Hawkins suffered facial and head burns escaping as firemen fought the blaze. Fire department from Stanford aided, saving a nearby barn. insured loss about 1000 dollars.
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William Haylins
Elgin Jaye
Stanford Hose Company
Ant Trench Mob Riots in Tangier Kill Six Injure Many
In Tangier an anti Trench mobs rampaged through the city center killing at least six and injuring 151. Mob violence targeted European shops and cafes, with vehicles burned and windows broken as rioters surged from the native quarter.
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Tangier
Mositaly
Rev W Heffer Resigns Post At Local Church
Rev Wilmer Heffer pastor of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church for ten years resigns to accept a charge in Houston Texas. He and his family plan to depart during the week of April 20 and he will assume duties there the following Sunday. The East Washington Street church has grown under his pastorate with remodeling and a new Sunday School wing completed recently.
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Wilmer Heffer
Christian and Missionary Alliance Church
Houston
Tex
Heffey
Geo Live
Christian and Missionary Alliance
Niso
Heffer
East Washington Street
Aew
Second Teacher Slaps Athlete at Junior High Practice
A high school teacher with a 9 supplementary coaching contract allegedly slapped a junior high athlete during a Saturday practice in the junior high gym. The boy fled after a second slap as he questioned the teacher’s method. Witnesses, including several older youths, described the reprimand turning into forceful contact. Lawrence Douglas said the incident had not been reported to his office. Local officials historically left discipline to teachers but are taking steps to prevent similar incidents.
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Silpt
Lawrence Dowglas
Senate approves combat pay for all personnel in Korea
The Senate approved additional combat pay of 458 dollars per month for all service members and officers serving in Korea. The vote underscores the wartime effort and applies to personnel in active duty assignments, with the payment effective immediately.
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Washington
Senate Today
Hospital removes Pvt McKay from critical list after assault
Pvt McKay, hospitalized after a savage street assault by Richard Paul Culver, 17, on North Center Street, is off the critical list as doctors report regained consciousness. Culver faced arraignment on three counts including assault and resisting arrest, with bond set at 8,500.
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Curry Bae Due
Richard Paul Cliver
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Chiry Memorial Hospital
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Assass
Erie
Culver
Dick Sutton
Belo
Bloo
TJ McKay
Culver Unis
Jude
Ryduee
Fenouking
Carver
New
Loblaw
North Center Street
Area Couple Hurt In Crash In Titusville
A Titusville man W. Ber helt aged 75 and his housekeeper Judy Thompson were seriously injured when their car crashed into a United Natural Gas regulator station on returning from Corry. The front of a cement building collapsed, walls toppled onto the car, and both occupants were rushed to Titusville Hospital with multiple facial lacerations and possible jaw and ankle injuries. UNG repair crews restored gas service by suppertime. building repair was needed.
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W. Ber Helt
Judy Thompson
United Nature Gas Company
Corry
Titusville Hospital
Bennett
Thompson
Titueville
Gary Bennett
West Smith Street
C.H. Bromiley
United Natural Gas Company
UNG
Beane
Democrats Hunt New Party Chief Ahead of Primaries
Washington dispatch reports intense interest as party leaders debate Truman’s likely approach to the 1952 nominating process. Observers clash over whether he will push for a quick renomination or open convention, with delegates ramping up activity for April through June primaries and conventions. Some veterans predict a July convention fight, while others warn the party faces a rough, open race no matter the president’s move.
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Orlle
Walt
Airiag
Mieowe
Cov
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Bumpshire
California
Giney
City Satisfies Hospital Needs In Pennsylvania Districts
Harrisburg reports that 64 Pennsylvania hospital districts lack federal aid to cover bed deficits. Mills, head of the bureau of homes and hospitals, says 1955 allocations won't meet needs for 17,781 beds across 990 general hospitals. Erie St. Marys Kane Oil City Meadville Sharon shown with varying bed-debt percentages. Six districts Cory Warren Brookville Williamsport Huntingdon Hazleton fully meet their bed needs.
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Harrisburg
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Welfare Department
Tes J. Mills
Bureau of Homes and Hospials
General Hospital
Giles
Erie
St. Mary's
Kane
Oil City
Meadville
Sharon
Mills
Cory
Warren
Brookville
Williamsport
Huntingdon
Hazleton
Reds Propose Meeting To Study Russian Issue
Associated Press reports Reds in Korea propose a UN supervised meeting to resolve the deadlock on whether Russia can assist North Korea. They seek a joint committee to monitor talks within two months, arguing Russia should be neutral and allowed to supply materiel. Allies remain wary of Soviet involvement and a broader armistice path.
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Four Children Treated After Accidents At Carty Memorial
Four youngsters were treated at Carty Memorial Hospital yesterday after various accidents. Michael Mears nine year old son of Mr and Mrs James Mears of 04 Bust Street suffered a facial injury from a fall while playing at home. Clary A McDantel five was brought in after being hit by a window shade cord during play. Trene Pauline Tinka seven daughter of Mr and Mrs George Tinka of West Churty Street sustained a left wrist dislocation from a curtain rod accident. Marjorie Cox near mouth old daughter of Mr and Mrs Harley Conner of Clarion was teased. all received initial care and were later released.
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James Mears
Soultreet
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Columbus
Clary A. McDantel
Gue Lyken
Metmortter
Alice WeDuitel
Trene
Pauline Tinka
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Mir Ant Mis
George Tinka
West Churtly Strees
Marjorie Cox
Haroli Conner
Clarion
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Gallowlife
Prison Rioters Hold Out At Trenton State Prison
Prison wing at Trenton State Prison barricaded by 26 Nordenecht convicts after alleged poor food and medical care complaints. Water pumped in to flood wing, tear gas fired, windows smashed, three tier cell block ventilated. About half of the 30 inmates in segregation wing came out by noon yesterday, rest remained defiant. State and local officials on alert.
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Associated Press
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Trenton State Prison
Nordenecht
Engly
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Irow
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Carty
Btate
Loral
Grass fires spark multiple fire calls this afternoon
Winds fanned grass blazes threatening homes on East Columbus and near Corry Country Club. Columbus and Corry fire crews battled flames spreading to brush along Russell Road and near Aero Supply, with four alarms in a 25 minute span. Additional fires included a shed on West Washington and a plot near West Frederick and Mead, prompting emergency responses from local departments.
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Corry Country Club
Tonteo
Corry
Columbus
Te Thimes
Arch Powers
Columbus Avenue
Dad
Russell Rosd
Columbus Fier Company
Nora
Pennsylvania Railroad
Franklin Atest
West Washington Street
Mames
West Frederick Street
Mead Avenue
State's Flap Law Explained by Local Police
Corp. Theodore Hubley of the State Police barracks said enforcement will not apply to commercial vehicles with standard factory fenders. The flap law targets trucks without fenders to reduce mud and water spray, aligning with fendered vehicles already in use.
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van Sokse
Us Psn
Theodore Hubley
President Seen as Draft Proof by Many Supporters
In a crowded field of public opinion the president is widely viewed as aligned with the draft policy. Supporters of Truman’s apparent choice, Stevenson, plus three others, claim to have shifted or strengthened backing amid ongoing political maneuvering.
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Truman
Gov. Stevenson
Truman Says No Development Will Change His Mind
President Truman, firm in his stance, told a rally and reception crowd that he is draft-proof and will not waver on his approach. Observers noted mixed reactions among attendees as Democratic prospects and favorite-son talk circulated. international coverage varied with calls for clarity on future policy and the 1948 convention outlook.
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