Labors Legislation Looms as House Sits Today
Declassified testimony shows President Roosevelt told Philippine high commissioner on November 26 1941 that the next Japanese aggression might trigger U S Japan hostilities and that advance against Thailand appeared most probable with Japan reinforcing garrisons and fleets in mandated islands as preparations for a possible Pacific attack.
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Nine Die In Army Transport Plane Crash
New York dispatch reports a seagoing tug and possibly otter ships racing from Bermuda to aid the liberty ship Henry Ward Beecher carrying 541 homeward bound US troops. The carrier reported damage after using its propeller about 340 miles northeast of Bermuda. Third Naval District officials said a Navy restorer was en route to the vessel within two hours of the first distress call at 1:25 a.m. EST.
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Labor Disputes Hit Nation's Meat Packing Industry
U S unions call one day walkout in 12 Cudahy plants affecting about 10 000 workers across the country to press for a 25 cent hourly raise. Louis J Clark CIO union leader says a national strike conference in Chicago will discuss actions if demands are not met. In Jersey City 400 workers quit, with warnings of broader nationwide strikes, while Chicago officials deny plans.
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He Gratton Sentinel invites to Dixie theatre show
The theatre notice invites readers to attend tonight’s presentation at the Dixie theatre featuring Fred. The event is at 936 Love Ave in Gratton Sentinel’s coverage.
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Diet List of 26 War Criminal Suspects Stuns Tokyo
In Tokyo the diet heard General MacArthur list 26 war crime suspects, prompting gloom over Japan’s finances and tax increases. Kyodo quoted Finance Minister Keizo Shibuzawa saying Japan will reimburse investors for about 110 billion yen in Manchuria and other territories, with further asset seizures likely as reparations. The mood soured as a Monday order for 59 more arrests sparked a war crime storm contrasting with calls for a resolution of responsibility.
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Victory Loan Oversubscribed Yet Ebond Sales Lag Behind
War Finance Director Ted Gamble said the $11 billion Victory Loan will exceed its overall goal but ebond sales to individuals lag. The plan aims to soak up $2 billion of idle money to curb inflation, with $963 million still to reach the target while current Ebond sales total $1.037 billion. Sales pace has underperformed in the last 12 days, though Ebonds remain above the pattern.
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Home housing nightmare grips nation after war
An Associated Press survey shows housing shortages loom nationwide as millions of returning servicemen marry and seek homes. Thousands double up in substandard dwellings while cities like Detroit and Chicago report large needs. Officials call it Philadelphia’s toughest job.
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MacKenzie's Column on German Christian Reforms
MacKenzie's commentary notes English press reports of a "legion of Christian reforms" that claim Adolf Hitler was a divine instrument. The piece contrasts this with the Nürnberg war crimes case and recalls the sale of a granite bust of Hitler in London and its purchase by Capt. R. R. Gordon-Canning. He sheltered the bust at a Sussex estate, illustrating hypnotic Nazi Messiah belief.
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Baby Janice Will See Her Second Last Christmas
In Michigan City Indiana on December 4 Mr and Mrs Ray Hayden plan what may be the final Christmas for their daughter Janice Marie Hayden who doctors say probably will not survive past age three due to a heart defect known as patent interventricular septum. Specialists believe surgery could not save her and the family has chosen to avoid the operation.
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UAW CIO Leader Opposes Truman GM Strike Pause
Detroit December 4. CIO United Auto Workers top leaders signal a tough path for President Truman's plan to halt the General Motors strike. R J Thomas says he is not sold on ending the stoppage until the 175,000 strikers decide, citing GM’s alleged lack of cooperation and rejection of negotiation. He warns a government fact finding board could be easily packed. Walter Lee organized.
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Madness Shadow Darkened Mrs Mansfeldt Life in San Francisco
Mrs Annie Irene Mansfeldt a society matron testified about a family history of insanity as the motive for a dramatic pistol slaying linked to the nurse Vada Martin. Her husband Dr John Mansfeldt died by suicide after the Martin case as witnesses described a disturbed household and alleged overmedication.
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Twenty One Mighty Nazi Leaders Branded As Murderers and Robbers
West Virginia briefs cover the Charleston war plants office receiving about 80 veteran surplus equipment applications daily. Over 1,000 filed, 549 processed due to staff shortages. Also reported: coal mining scholarships to Appalachian students. a state trooper drowned near Princeton. a health dept resignation. and the Nazi leaders trial opening with British and U.S. prosecutorial remarks declaring the accused as murderers and robbers.
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Truman Labor Dispute Legislation Move Promised
House leaders said legislation to carry out President Truman's labor dispute plan would be introduced today or tomorrow. Norton to chair hearings in the labor committee with possible Senate consideration after a quick House vote. Ramspeck emphasized cautious hearings on the proposal amid a push to bar strikes or lockouts for 30 days during major disputes.
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Seeks Way to Break Impasse of Iran Over Protest
Washington dec 4 American officials studied possible new moves in the Iranian impasse with little hope of an early end to Big Three differences over Red army activities. Russia rejected a US proposal for withdrawal of all Allied troops by January 1, leaving the US unable to press Moscow. State department diplomats faced the problem as US troops were said to withdraw by year’s end. The British had not replied. See Page 6.
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