Nation's Holiday Death Toll 508 42 Dead in California Accidents
United Press reports a holiday toll of 42 deaths in California from Labor Day weekend incidents. The survey details 31 from alcohol related causes, four drownings, twelve from plane crashes, and five from miscellaneous causes. The article notes weather and festivals drew crowds to beaches and parks, with several fatal incidents including a pedestrian struck near Hornbrook and two bicycle accident victims.
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Irked GOP Leaders Angry Over Truman Talk
Washington GOP leaders accuse President Truman of twisting facts in defense of Democrats. Senators Hickenlooper and Bourke Hickenlooper challenge his praise of Congress while criticizing the Republican-led body. Truman defends 81st Congress as he pitches for continued Democratic gains and promises progress on major measures. Ginger Rogers divorce case noted with details of estrangement and court filing.
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Welch Reports on Southern Crossing Bridge Effort in Hayward
Congressman Richard J. Welch of San Francisco visited Hayward to discuss a southern crossbay bridge with Fred Cox. He said federal approval for a parallel Bay Bridge is unlikely, citing military and presidential positions and a stalled Knowland bill. Welch praised southern Alameda County support and noted his return to Washington after a short California trip.
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Old Annex To Markham School Burns
Fire destroyed the remnants of the Laurel old annex on the Markham school site, a long neglected H shaped structure dating back to 1460, with desks and new additions stored there. Water damage to equipment was pegged at 10 000 to 15 000 dollars as firefighters battled the blaze for hours, with three trucks and about 12 men responding. The property is under sale to a commercial firm, yet remains district owned, and the fire was first reported by a passerby around dusk yesterday.
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Ritz Theatre to Open Wednesday in Castro Street
Mayor Arthur Phillips will cut the ribbon at 5 p.m. to open the Ritz Theatre on Castro Street with Glenn Coffey hosting the ceremony and James Reed as master of ceremonies. The 950 seat venue will feature opening attractions including In the Good Old Summertime and Hell Five, with daily shows starting at 6:15 p.m. weekdays and 1 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The theatre will offer Body-Form cushioned seating and a large lobby with a candy bar, as part of planned renovations shared by Hayward Theatre management.
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San Jose C of C official denies rail spur claim for industries
San Jose Chamber of Commerce industrial head Bruce Craver disputed charges that industries no longer require rail facilities before development. He told the Daily Review that major firms in Santa Clara County seek spur tracks, citing examples like Permanente Cement, Owens-Illinois Fiberglas, Beech-Nut, and General Electric, with several smaller firms in Santa Clara tract also showing spur needs. Craver noted prices from $3,000 to $6,000 per acre for large tracts and said rail access remains a key factor in attracting industry across the county.
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War veteran goes berserk kills 12 in Camden rampage
In Camden New Jersey a 27 year old World War II veteran Howard Unruh armed with a German automatic rifle shot and killed 12 people and wounded five others in a 200 minute spree through a residential block. Neighbors described him as religious and fanatic. Police found a bedroom bible open to Matthew 24 and a large cache of weapons in his apartment as detectives sought motive and a fuller victim list.
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Channel Try 7 Miles of Goal Ends With Girl Quitting
Shirley Min France, a Massachusetts high school swimmer aiming to swim the English Channel, abandoned the attempt about seven miles from the goal after her father trainer urged cessation. She had swum about 10 hours and 13 minutes in cold water and refused to quit, crying as she boarded the pilot boat Providence with the Black Magic.
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Baseball National League First games details recap
The National League opener miscues show Philadelphia scoring in two innings while New York totals run across. Boston plays Brooklyn under night conditions, with Cincinnati visiting Pittsburgh. Roberts and Konstanty combined in relief for Philadelphia as Lae pata and Jansen appear for New York.
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Davis Successor on CV Board May Be Named Tonight
Castro Valley Sanitary District directors may name a successor to Judge W. T. Darwin tonight. Judge Davis, five years as district advisor and former publisher of a Castro Valley weekly, tendered his resignation before Sept. 1. The board meets at 8 p.m. at headquarters 20400 Marshill Street.
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Wills Addresses Trustees Tonight in Alameda County
Dr Leonard Wills speaks to more than 120 school trustees from Alameda County districts in Tayward Union High School cafeteria on Teacher Training and Its Implications for School Trustees. The program is chaired by Vaughn Seidni, County Superintendent, with Mrs J K Porter previewing the state convention to be held at Santa Cruz, Oct 3.
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City Council Will Meet Tonight in Hayward
The Hayward city council plans a reshuffled meeting tonight after observing Labor Day. Officials set the fiscal year 1249650 and a tentative schedule for upcoming sessions before city manager John R. Pleklin takes office September 15.
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Four Fire Calls In Area Over Labor Weekend
Weekend fire activity spanned two jurisdictions with four calls reported. A residence on 2602 per AU street sustained a minor electrical short and antler box damage. a grass blaze at 12310 nam was extinguished. Medford court grass fire on Gherryland involved little damage. a woodshed burned on Bus road, handled by Fairview department.
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Traffic Toll Marks Worst Holiday Deaths, US Study Says
More than 500 people died over Labor Day weekend in traffic and other accidents, a United Press survey shows. 508 killed in traffic, 981 in road crashes. 55 drowned, 22 in air crashes, 50 other causes. National Safety Council calls it a record, with 1941 as the previous worst year. Ned Dearborn, council president, condemns the excess and calls for safer driving. Last year 302 perished on highways during the holiday weekend.
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Teachers Institute Opens Here With County Leaders
About 700 Alamedia county teachers and trustees registered for the two day session at Bret Harte auditorium with County Superintendent Vaushn D. Seidel presiding. The program includes a elementary school section at Hayward Union High School cafeteria and a high school session at the library. Sessions cover new approaches to learning, homemaking education, and use of audio visual materials.
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Weather update forecast and conditions
Weather note reports fair conditions today and tonight with overcast morning, little temperature change, and west to southwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Data includes yesterday night and today figures, with minor adjustments.
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