British Palestine Crisis Threatens Jewish Ranks in Jerusalem
Reports say Britain plans harsh measures against Jews unless they help capture saboteurs linked to the King David Hotel blast. Hagana signals full cooperation while Jewish leaders fear internal strife as British patrols tighten in Jerusalem. A Royal Navy cruiser is reported off Jaffa amid harbor mining rumors.
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Jerusalem
Palestine
Hagana
Stern Gene
Irgun
King David Hotel
Stern
King David
Liverpool
Jaffa
Experts Arrive to Destroy Leaking Gas Bombs in Mobile
Two Army Chemical Warfare Service officers arrive in Mobile to destroy leaking German mustard gas bombs. About 800 tons to be shipped to Charleston under guard. burns treated for longshoremen unloading 3.5 tons at Theodore dock. Mustard gas already in U S will be used for experimentation. Frances Lee to depart for Charleston with bombs.
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Mobile
Ala
Army Chemical Warfare Service
Washington
William J. Allen
J. C. Prentice
Charleston
S. C
Alden Wait
Lee
Naval Ammunition
Theodore
Army
United States
Frances Lee
Receivership Sought for Garsson Firms in Illinois Suits
Crane Umbing Company of Chicago filed two lawsuits in Geneva circuit court seeking receivership of two Garsson operations tied to a Washington investigation. The plumbing firm claims owed funds for merchandise delivered from February 12 to June 1 this year. Challenge Company allegedly owes Crane 2.58 dollars, Batavia 202 dollars. The Garssons Freeman and Itray are named as operators and class creditor joins are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva, Ill
Craneumbing Company of
Chicago
Ta 4
Non Munitions Combine
Now R
Washington
Plumbing Concern
Coe
Bes
Challenge Company
Batavia
Thdy
Freeman
Itray Garsson
Probers Await May Testimony On Cumberland Lumber Case
Senator Ferguson calls for Rep. May to testify before the Senate War Investigating Committee about the Cumberland Lumber Company in a munitions syndicate linked to Henry M. and Murray Garsson. Alleged $48,000 in lumber advances were paid by Erie Basin Metals and Batavia Metal Producers, with $25,000 later refunded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Henderson Washington
Ferguson
R-Mich
Rep
May
D-Ky
Senate War Investigating Committee
Cumberland Lumber Company
House Military Committee
Senate
Henry M
Murray Garsson
Senate Committee
Cumberland Company
Erie Basin Metals Company
Elgin
Ill
Batavia Metal Producers Company
Batavia
Nationalist Troops Halt Communist Push With Major Offense
Nanking reports a six pronged Nationalist assault across an eight mile front with Lingpi captured. Government forces push east along the Lau Maai line toward restoring rail connections to the sea and reopening the Tsipan Tsingtao line while Communist forces claim reconquest of four towns. The ministry notes a waterborne thrust along the grand canal from Hwaiyin to Kaoyu aimed at Yangchow and Luho, and Jehol troops preparing a large counteroffensive using seized Japanese equipment after Jukao.
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Nanking
Lingpi
Communist New China
Hsuchow
Laumaai
Hesuchow
Tsipan - Tsingtao
Ministry of National Defense
Grand Canal
Hwaiyin
Kaoyu
Yangchow
Luho
Jehol
Jukao
Slaying Hits Nassau County Woman in Affluent Flower Hill
In Flower Hill Nassau County police search for a six foot Black man after a violent home invasion left 53 year old society matron Mrs Marjory Church Logan and her 26 year old daughter Marjory Jeanne Logan injured in their Long Island estate. Mrs Logan remains in critical condition at Nassau Hospital Mineola as detectives collect statements and canvass the area.
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Flower Hill
N.y.ap
Nassau County
Long Island
Marjory Church Logan
War Production Board
Marjory-Jeanne
New York
WAC
Miss Logan
Nassau Hospital
Mineola
Election Officials Shown How To Operate Voting Machines
Houston County election officials received instructions from Judge S. P. Poyner on proper use of voting machines for the July 30 special primary. The custodian demonstrated opening and closing polls, issuing certificates of returns and statements of candidates, and officials practiced operating the machines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston County
Proudate
S. P. Poyner
Poyner
Nine Forfeit Bonds And Three Plead Guilty In Liquor Cases
A Tuesday Wednesday liquor roundup led to 16 arrests on 91 charges. Four pleaded guilty and paid fines of 52 dollars each, nine forfeited 52 dollar bonds, and three were released by the City. The initial hearing was set for 2 30 p.m. yesterday, but no trials occurred as pleas were entered and bonds forfeited. charges against the remaining three were dropped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Vaughn
LeRoy Gunnels
James Rambo
Ben Jackson
Buda
Woods
J. L. Trant
E. L. Dawson
Eldridie Stephens
H. C. Cherry
Licya White
C. H. Napier
Jasper Barnes
Earl McClendon
Morel Griffin
B. C. Sanders
J. D. Plummer
Wallace Griffin
State Department of Public Safety
Tae
Meat and Egg Supplies Seen Rising After War
The Agriculture Department said 1946 should bring larger meat supplies and stable to lower prices due to a record corn and wheat harvest. Heavier cattle and hog weights, possible backholding of bred sows, and ample fats and oils stocks are expected to offset demand. Domestic fats and oils may rise with prices, boosting imports and production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Agriculture Department
Department
Freight car shortage threatens U S production
New York reports a serious shortage of freight cars as manufacturing runs at record levels. Rail and steel firms discuss government and finance options to expand car supply, with orders and deliveries shrinking amid material bottlenecks and rising shipments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Radlroad
Office of Defense Transportation
Mec Unics
Reconstruction Finance Corp
Carregie-Illinois Steel Corp
U. S. Steel
Chi- Cugu
Pittsburgh
House Takes Up Congressional Reorganization
Washington AP report on efforts to reorganize Congress. The bill would raise member pay to 15000, create retirement eligibility, cut House committees from 48 to 18, and set a joint budget process. Critics call the plan unworkable and costly. supporters push for tighter control of spending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Congress
Senate
Appropriations Committee
Howe
Cannon-Me
House Appropriations
Ways and Means
Mike Monroney
Okla
Senator la Follette
OPA Revival Bill Awaits Truman Signature Decision Afternoon
President Truman faces a decision on signing the OPA revival bill after Senate passage in a late night vote. White House aides expect action soon with a news conference and a message to Congress explaining the move.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
Marvin L. Arrowsmith Washeengton
White House
Congress
House
Senate
Chredes G. Ross
Roxx
Con.gress
Ross
Nine Ships Sunk By Underwater Atomic Blast
USS Arkansas and USS Saratoga were destroyed or sunk along with seven smaller vessels in the first underwater atomic test at Bikini Atoll. The Arkansas vanished at 8:35 p.m. EST while Saratoga sank at 4:07 p.m. after being driven to the seabed. observer Don Whitehead described a towering vapor canopy and strong shock.
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Howard Blakesleef
Uss
Appalachian
Bikini Lagoon
Arkansas
Saratoga
U. S
Associated Press
Don Whitehead
Beat Positon
Primary defeats take toll on long-serving incumbents
AP reports rising primary defeats among House incumbents suggest uphill trend. Eleven Representatives and five Senators lost renomination, averaging nearly 12 years of service. Notable cases include Senators Wheel and Shipstead and Rep. Werver. Georgia and Oklahoma provided several defeats. most losses occurred in solidly Democratic districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Harold Oliver
Associated Press
Washington
Wihiue
Senate
Rebulon Werver
North Carghing Democrat
Malcol Tarver
Geourpia
Jed Jotuaon
Oklahoma
Beryaneoegdt
Chaarles C. Gossett
Idaho
Building Permits Issued For New Builds And Repairs
Fire department issued permits totaling about $6 800 for new constructions and repairs. Mi xen Jc received permits for a residence on Colombian Road costing 2 209 and a storage home at the same location costing 3 000. Lawrence E Coe got permits for floor repairs and a gantry machine at 126 FB Main Street costing 200. A service station at Headland Avenue was approved for 100 in repairs and additions. Mercer Parker Brown contractor obtained a permit to convert the former Coca Cola building at 312 N St Andrews Street into a lingerie wear factory with a 500 cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geen Qe Mixon, Jc
Lawrence E. Coe
Main Street
Headland Avenue
FLGC
Mercer
Parker Brown
N. St. Andrews Street
Annderwear
Low Priced Autos To Cost $75 More
Washington reports the OPA plans a $75 price rise on lower priced autos to cover higher dealer margins and handling charges under the new pricing formula. A Ford deluxe price, previously cut margins, could rise to about $1070 after restores, with margins at 24 percent and added handling costs. The move targets most tires and textiles as price controls shift, with broader increases anticipated under the latest price law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Corpargins
OPA
GPA
ODA
House Appropriations Panel Advances Terminal Leave Bill
The House Appropriations Committee pushed ahead on President Johnson's request for 2.07942 million to pay terminal leave for enlisted personnel. A Senate House conference panel weighs whether to fund all or part of the payments in bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House Appropriations
Cannon
Sanedal
Typhus Control Work Underway In Beat Two
Crews in Houston County are conducting typhus control in Beat Two under guidance of Dr. W. T. Burkett. Dusting insecticides and baiting operations completed in Beat One last week. Weather conditions hindered some operations but containment efforts continue in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston County
WT. Burkett
Pavers
Ghaes
Burkett Gard
Price Controls Create Confusion in Senate Lunches
A United Press report recalls how price controls and de controls baffle lawmakers. Senator Taft jokes about butter scarcity under GPA while craving a luncheon dish as prices hover near 79 cents a pound. The piece notes shifts in what counts as an agricultural commodity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Ccothman
United Press
Washington
Prsce
U. S. Senate
Habert
Taft
Ohta
Eve
Ajbes. W. Barkley
Kee
Senate
Pius
Truman Chooses Economy Council Aims for Full Employment
Reports indicate a three member Economic Council may form by nightfall to steer jobs and production under the broader employment act. The council would review long term fiscal policy while coordinating with John R. Steelman’s Office of War Mobilization and reconversion efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling F. Gheen
Washington
Economic Council
Trusann
John R. Steelman
Office of War Mobilization
Kion
Office of Economic Stabilization
Chester Howlss
Truman
Crawlig
Bus
Council
Thnt
Reconveraton
Steelman
Officer Convicted Of Branding Girl
Boston AP reports Tr. Thomas Farrell convicted by a jury in superior court on three counts of assault and battery with a cigarette and razor blade with intent to maim and disfigure a 1-year-old girl. He faces sentencing next Monday before Judge Meyard Voke. Farrell, a Somerville Army captain, was acquitted on two indecent assault counts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Thomas Farrell
Helen Stavion
Farrell
Meyard Voke Flor
Somerville Army
Negro's Return In Theft Of Cow Asked By Sheriff
An extradition request from Chin of J. W. Connolly was filed with Governor Chauncey Sparks. Connolly, facing Houston County charges of grand larceny and embezzlement, was accused of stealing a cow in 1945 from Ora Cartaway of Denton. Connolly was arrested by local authorities after Sheriff Farmer acted on the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Connolly
Houston County
Sherif BH. OG
Farmer
Chauncey Sparks
Junis
Ora Cartaway
Dethan
Connolly
Olu
False Teeth Cause Auto To Be Balky
In Memphis Tennessee Mrs Jen Elliman found her car balky four years after a man blew into the gas tank to start it. The car misfired again yesterday until a mechanic removed an aging false tooth from the gas tank, ending the problem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Tenn
Jen Elliman
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Britain
Garsson
Atlanta
Lumber Company Story Wanted
Commies
No. 3
Herderson J. Latha
Rome Judicial District
Georgia
Hep. Tarver
Pnto
Economy Council
Winfeld W. Teffer
John D. Clark
University of Nebraska
Leon H. Keynerting
National Housing Agency
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