Naval Hero Adm. Mitscher Dies at 60 in Norfolk Hospital
Adm. Marc A. Mitscher 60 renowned for leading Task Force 58 in Pacific victories died at Norfolk Naval Hospital after a heart attack. He had been hospitalized since last week and died in his sleep at 1:20 a.m. Survivors include his widow and sister. His career spanned commands from the NC-4 transatlantic flight to chief roles in naval aviation and the Eighth Fleet.
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Dmiral Marc Mitscher
Ies
Norfolk
Gene Wood
Marc A. Mitscher
Norfolk Naval Hospital
Mitscher
Navy
Celuay Wiley Jie
Fifth Naval District
Navy Department
Atic
Virginia Beach
Ides
Pacific
Wiliam F. Bull’ Hale
Naval
Eighth Fleet
Bureau of Aeronautics
Jittle
Jimiy Jittle
Tokyo
Hampton
Esther
Hillsboro
Vashon
D.C
Naval Academy
Okiaa
Colojo
South Dakota
Marck A. Mitscher Fabore
Norfolk Naval Station
Potato Group Meet At Ashford Wednesday Afternoon
Houston County potato growers will meet at the Ashford farm market on Wednesday afternoon at two o clock. County Agent C M Ling will lead discussions on reproduction movement practices preservation and growing methods and seed and plant selection. A specialist from the extension service or agricultural experiment station will assist. Packing and shipping sweet potatoes tomorrow will be discussed with a demonstration on grading to show the desired market type.
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Houston County
Fet
Ashford Farm
C. M. Ling
Towers
Ing
Vision Service
Ashford
Ling
Record Low Temperature Stuns Yukon Weather Staff
In AG AIRFIELD Yukon the 83 below reading at a weather station marked a new low for North American records. A recent shift in temperatures from day to day left the team astonished as the thermometer struggled to drop further. The 3 dollar mark noted as the lowest reading sparked awe among observers. Indigenous villagers sheltered nearby as crews noted the extreme cold.
Evangelism School In Dothan Led By Dr Bremer
Dr Harold Bremer of the general board of evangelism will direct a two week school of evangelism in Dothan. About 150 ministers will work in the district with membership campaigns while a supper conference will be held at Lafayette Street church for visiting ministers and laymen awaiting new members.
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Harold Bremer
Dothan
Methodist Church
Teest
Fader Stree
Dr. Bremer
Nashville
America
Brewner
New Life Movement
Albert Day
Columbus
Atlanta
M. Baker
School of Evangelism
Slocomb Man Named To State Bank Board
Gov. James E. Folsom announced four new State Banking Board appointees. Slocomb resident Harry Harris joins alongside Jim Alston of Tuscaloosa Lott ie Gentry of Moulton and Myra Leak of Arab for four year terms. Brooks Glass continues as ex officio state superintendent of banks.
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Montgomery
James E. Folsom
State Banking Board
Nesbit Elmore
Agriculture Center Board
Agriculture
Joe Povle
Jim Alston
Tuxcaloosa
Lote Tie Gentry
Moulton
Myra Leak
Arab
Harry Harris
Slocomb
State Superintendent of Banks
Brooks Glass
Gadsden
R. L. Adams
York
Fred A. Bloodworth
Alabama City
J. Marbury Rainer
Birmingham
L. Y. Dean, Ill
Eufaula
Weekend Arrests Show Slight Decline
Weekend arrests edged down as county and city officers logged violations over the two day period. County officers arrested eight and city police booked 29 for misdemeanors including assault and battery disorderly conduct driving while intoxicated and public drunkenness.
Supreme Court Holds Off in Lewis United Mine Workers Case
Washington officials report the Supreme Court did not issue an arms ruling today in the John L Lewis and United Mine Workers case. Details on the court's consideration remain unclear as observers await the next docket action.
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Washington
Supreme Court
John L Lewis
United Mine Workers
Murder Suspect Again Fails to Surrender in Wiregrass Chase
Police, sheriff, and highway patrolmen pursued a murder suspect for three hours through rural roads near Greenfront between Webb and Columbia. The chase ended when the truck sped onto a highway and the suspect vanished, with officers unsure if he crossed near Ashford on Wednesday.
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Greenfront
Ruby Lee Collins
Ashford
Coe
Cui
Cunis
Todh
Kile
Bufoot
Man Collings
Wille B
Neerees
Voters Register At Courthouse Board Session
About 20 prospective voters registered at the courthouse as the board applied Amendment requirements. Miss Armstrong noted two judges were evaluating registrants with no state pattern of questions, while most applicants were asked about constitutional understanding.
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Houston County
Hetostraße
Snore Fea
Quive Armstrong
Charmat
Dothan High Announces First Semester Honor Rolls
Dothan High School releases honor roll lists for the first semester led by principal T G Vaughan. First honors include Ruby Newbell Julia Less Alfred La Betty Harrison Mary Virla Patterson and others. Second honors feature Wallace Faulk Whitfield King Catherine Adams Raynell Alien Martha Jane Bell and numerous additional students.
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Dothan High Senne
T. G. Vaughan
Ruby Newbell
Julia Less
Alfred la Betty Harrison
Mary Virla Patterson
Herbert Blumberg
Peggy McAhley
June Sexie
Wallace Faulk
Whitfield King
Catherine Adams
Raynell Alien
Martha Jane Bell
Martha Bozeman
Warrena Cannon
Jackie Cooley
Betty Edgar
Mary Ann Goodwin
Elsie
Reds Hold Peiping Rail Line Amid Withdrawal Stand
Peiping Tientsin railroad remains blocked by Communist forces as the U S plans another withdrawal. Gen. Ta Tsung jen said garrison forces have been increased and the line may soon be free of interference. An estimated 2,900 Americans prepare to depart Peiping under heavy security while fighting continues along the corridor to the coast.
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Peiping
Peiping-Tientsin
Tients
Ine
Ta Tsung-jen
Generalissimo
Rai
Perpmeg
China
Pei Mile
U. S. Marine Pou
Hsu
rosneBete Pevertementaire Senalt
Dir
Dynamite Blast Injures Farmer Near Here
A farm incident injured J. N. Massee when a dynamite blast occurred nearby. The blast caused rib injuries and fever like symptoms as responders secured the scene and transported Massee for medical care. Police and officials investigated the accident and arranged medical assistance.
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J. N. Massee
Here
Halt Gruner Execution In Seething Palestine
A high government source said the execution of Dov Gruner, a member of the Trwun Zvai Leum, would be delayed indefinitely delaying the hanging planned for tomorrow. The seizure sparked anti British protests and evacuation orders for British women and children to avoid hindering military operations. The tense situation escalated as martial law was anticipated and reports described cities in Palestine preparing for possible combat with widespread disruption.
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Elifa
Simon Jerusalem Cub
Dov Gruner
Palestine
Gruner
Trwun Zvai Leum
Final Rotary Forum Scheduled Thursday
The Rotary Club announces a scheduled forum this Thursday at the City Hall. Local members plan a panel on community projects and future service initiatives with participation from area leaders.
Postman Knocks 11.3 Million Times for General Bradley
Hal Boyle notes the long public service of Veterans Administrator General Bradley who has influenced and assisted tens of thousands of ex soldiers. He outlines Bradley's shift from wartime leadership to postwar veteran adjustment and the substantial reach of his agency among veterans. Page 2.
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Bradley
Washington
Cotprandig
United States
Winter Weather Ahead Prompts Cold Wave Alerts
The Associated Press reports an impending severe cold wave sweeping the northern states and river valleys. Delays and frost warnings spread across multiple regions as temperatures plunge, with travel disruptions anticipated and residents urged to prepare.
Penner Sees Sharp Debate Over Russia
A heated exchange centers on Russia policy with observers noting partisan divisions. Analysts highlight conflicting views from lawmakers and experts as the debate intensifies across the Political scene.
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Penner
Russia
Taxi and Auto Involved in Saturday Accident
Report says a taxi and a car collided Saturday afternoon near Lawford Lounge. One driver was cited. both drivers escaped injury though the vehicles suffered clear damage.
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Lawford
Ad Arthur
Sidaadiey
Eniele
Congress hears calls for resignations over rent increase plan
Secretary of the Treasury Carey cited Maj. Gen. Fleming testimony as grounds for resignation from the Office of Temporary Controls chief. Fleming indicated support for a 10 percent rent rise if staffing shortages persist, but Carey urged Congress to fund an adequate staff.
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Washington
tAbBr
James B. Catesy
Senatora
Philp B. Fleming
Carey
Fleming
Senate Banking Committee
OPA
Congress
Eberming
Truman
Groundhog Shadow Forecast and Weather Oddities
Report of groundhog analysts and interpreters presenting an annual weather forecast with jokes and preposterous predictions. Names like Shadowgraphers and the team at Dogether Scouts appear along with humorous quotes and a mock weather book forecasting extreme cold or storms.
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Pader Duiestian
Ubap
Wler
Swallows
Ao Lorenzo
Shadow
Pete Cea
Dogether
Robert Mhindstt
Truman Seeks Expanded War Powers For Food Rationing
President Truman pressed for new authority under the Second War Powers Act to ration sugar and control exports, imports, and refined products. He asked Congress for immediate action and extended authority through March 31 for three exemptions, citing needs in food and farm sectors. The proposal would also allow broader import and export controls, with limited wartime power to manage critical commodities.
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Wasehngton
Truman
Todas Acker
Dares
Mies
Pranian
Lees
Carsten
Truitiat
ecGr
Trent
Ford
Boy's Report Card Causes Runaway in Oregon
Gary Lee, 12, left home in Portland after fearing his report card showed no A grades. He wandered in cold rain for two days before being found. Parents explained that S and C stood for satisfactory and commendation, the top marks.
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Portland
Orc
Gary Lee
Gary
Jessie Redburn
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