Marine Corps to Release Combat Veterans by July
The Marine Corps plans discharge and separation for combat veterans by July with credits changing for men and women. Beginning March 21 discharged personnel drop from 42 to 40 points. women rise from 6 to 13. Credits shift monthly through June affecting retention and discharge status. DETROIT AP Terre Tote Players added to Detroit football roster under contract amid team changes.
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Paratroops Refuse Jump Exercise at Fort Bragg
A Jordanian or visiting Mexican paratroop unit conducted a jump show at Fort Bragg North Carolina. Sixty eight soldiers refused to participate in the exercise citing safety and personal objections. The unit’s commander said the refusals were processed and the men given parachute wings and transferred to training duties.
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Moscow Bulgaria dispute over Moscow accord continues
Moscow warned the United States its Friday note violated the Moscow document while Washington prepared a response likely to defend its actions. officials say the reply will reaffirm U S rights and argue no prior consultation with Britain or Russia was required. Russia accused Maynard Barnes, the American political representative, of fostering opposition to Bulgaria's government.
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United States
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Bulgaria
Britain
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Negro Wounded in Street Fight Near Cherry Street
Albert H. Lynn, a Negro of Columbia, is in critical condition at a local hospital after a Saturday afternoon altercation near a roadblock on N. Cherry Street. Severe knife wounds to chest and back reported. Police seek Charles Teague Jr. of Cottonwood in investigation, with Sheriff Farmer and deputies Casey and Moore handling the case.
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N. Cherry Street
Sheff Farmer
Charles Teague, Jr
Cottonwood
Farmer
J. T. Casey
W. F. Moore
Butter price battle rages as agencies weigh raise
Secretary Anderson pushes for a six cent per pound butter price increase while the Agriculture Department and OPA prepare to review the House committee report. Substantial subsidies are discussed to aid producers, with a proposed roll back of skimmed milk prices to offset any butter rise. The Pace committee argues subsidies are unnecessary amid rising consumer demand.
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OPA
Food Committee
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Continued Debate On International Control Legislation
Patterson argues for an effective international control system before full operation. The War Department backs May Johnson policy, but House Rules Committee frame follows civilian study advised by former Secretary Stimson. Patterson criticizes delay and calls for timely decisions on civilian oversight.
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House Rules Committee
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Bath care tip from a dated household guide
A fragment suggests dampening the bath with water softener to prevent ring and warns not to soak washable clothes longer than twenty minutes as fibers may weaken and soil may lodge more deeply.
Azalea Festival Opens In Mobile With Ceremonies
Governors from Staten and Alabama participate in formal open ceremonies for Mobile's Azalea Festival. Queen Mia Beth Gulsit, a 21-year-old blonde, will be crowned amid a 17 mile procession and extensive bloom displays attracting thousands of visitors.
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Leny
Contloved Campaign Stances on Referendum and Taxes
The platform outlines supporters of a referendum keeping the present system with reforms. Poole backs state stores for liquor and a legislature decision on referendum. Tax proposals include Boozer 4 percent for teachers, 1 percent to veterans fund, 20 percent for old age, with surplus to cut debt and ad valorem taxes. Ellis backs property tax exemptions and building funds. Folsom hints at a revenue program.
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Housing program threatened by contractors and inflation fears
ViM warned that contractor resistance endangers housing program stability while groups push wages and prices higher through short term bargaining. Wyatt urged $600 million in premium payments to spur production and curb home price rises, arguing private builders must back measures to halt speculation and secure scarce materials.
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Willam S. Hutcheson
Brotherhood of Carpenters
AFL
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Wyatt
House
Police recover stolen bicycle and cars in speedy city run
City officers quickly recovered a bicycle stolen around nine o clock Friday night and found four cars reported stolen in less than two hours after the notices were received.
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Birmingham
Southern Democrats Join GOP In Effort To Control Congress
Washington AP reports a large group of Southern Democrats and Republicans formed a coalition to seek control of Congress. House Republican chair Hartley named a 10 member panel and said 150 lawmakers may back the effort. Senate leaders Wherry Stewart and Bankhead contemplate a similar coalition.
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Lowell Thomas Wins Alfred I. DuPont Radio Award
New York, UP Lowell Thomas, NBC news commentator since 1930, won the Alfred I. DuPont radio award for the most distinguished reporting of 1945. The honor included a $1,000 prize, presented at a dinner hosted by Mrs. Alfred I. DuPont. KDKA Pittsburgh and MAX Yankton received station-class honors. Thomas accepted the award in person.
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Lowell Thomas
National Broadcasting Company
Alfred I. DuPont
Alfred I DuPont
KDKA
Pittsburgh
Max, Yankton
S. Dak
Thomas
Hhis
Manchuria Forces Move as Wedemeyer Announces Policy
Central government officials were set to take posts in Manchuria by Monday. Fourteen thousand troops already occupied Mukden, with Russian control of the city. American observer Wedemeyer said he had taken steps to clarify U S responsibility for repatriation of Manchurian Japanese and noted that truce teams would require approval from General Marshall before any action.
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Manchuria
Siberia
Albert C.wedemeyer
China
Wedemeyer
Byrnes
Japan
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