Truman half says Eisenhower could run in 1952
President Truman indicated he does not believe General Dwight D. Eisenhower’s European duties would prevent a 1952 political bid if he chooses to run. He noted Eisenhower should put duty to country first and hinted at keeping Western defense responsibilities during the transition.
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Bernard
Think Food and Autos to Brace for First Price Break
Officials anticipate selective price actions under the new stabilization law as manufacturers seek to reflect only reasonable cost increases since the Korean War. Auto producers hint at a 9 to 12 percent rise, with OPS aware of Chrysler’s move and ready to follow. Rent outlook improves under the law, with Woods noting rents unlikely to rise much and some possibly falling.
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Heme
Chrysler
Meomehia
Tiger. Woods
Reds Reject Allied Demand to Create Line at Battlefront
Peace talks at Kaesong head toward a showdown as the U N and Communists clash over a proposed cease-fire line. The U N press was firm that forces would not accept a Red double cross offensive while reports from Kaesong say the talks may break up next week amid stalled negotiations and renewed fighting along the central front.
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Robert C. Miller
Korea
Kaesong
U.N
Angelen
Peterpan
Cation Line
Jee Parallel
Hank Gia
Charlie
Red
Charles White
Hiltonhead
S. C
Admiral Fechteler Named New Chief of Naval Operations
Admiral William M. Fechteler, Truman’s pick for CNO, is described as a battleship admiral who backs carriers as the fleet backbone. After nomination he heads to Norfolk for duties as colleagues praise his 39 years of service and readiness to fill Admiral Sherman’s shoes amid potential Atlantic Pact diplomacy.
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William M. Fechteler
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Naval Operations
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Norfolk
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Admiral Sherman
Atlantic Pact
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Stalin
Lenin
Leon Trotsky
Russia
Molotov
Stock Market Up a Fraction as Industrials and Tires Climb
New York stocks edged higher with gains across major groups. Industrials reached their best since May 4 while utilities and tire shares advanced, led by Firestone, Goodyear, and General Tire. Chemical stocks surged with American Cyanamid leading at 130, DuPont rose to 96 and an 1/8. Chrysler climbed 1.5 points, General Motors held firm, and rails like Southern Pacific added modest gains.
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Goodyear
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Chrysler
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Veterans Arrive in Seattle on Large Korean War Transport
In Seattle the largest group of Korean War veterans to arrive in the United States aboard a single transport is expected to disembark this afternoon. The ship's name and transport details were withheld for security reasons until docking.
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U.S
Vna
Armed Forces Controversy Disclosed Over Fort Bragg Exercise
The New York Times reports Navy and Marine air units pulled out of the Southern Pine war games at Fort Bragg due to conflicts with the Air Force over air control. The large exercise runs August 13 to 28 in the Fort Bragg-Camp Mackall area, involving 85,000 ground troops and 400 Air Force aircraft.
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New York Times
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Hanson W. Baldwin
Times
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Heavi
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Air Teo
Waynick Sets Sept. 1 As Date for Decision
Capus M. Waynick the new ambassador to a diplomatic post showed no firm commitment and planned a trip to Raleigh Greensboro and High Point to gauge political chances before considering resignation. He will then travel to Colombia.
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High Point
Colombia
French actress Micheline Prelle withdraws from film
Hollywood reports Micheline Prelle exits a leading role and announces she expects her first child in December.
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Micheline Prelle
Anti-Sub A-Bombs Foreseen
Washington reports that officials believe the Navy plans a deep underwater atomic test to assess submarine resilience and warfare potential. The move aims to explore tactical atomic weapons including shells and missiles, with coasted comments from Edwards and high priority at AEC and armed forces.
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AEC
Edwards
Russia
U.S
Federal court restrains two meat slaughterers in Raleigh
Federal Judge Don issued temporary restraining orders to Newsom A. Worsley of Burgaw and Stephen W. Carroll of Burgaw for illegal slaughtering under Office of Price Stabilization rules. They must show cause in Raleigh Federal Court on Aug 9 why a permanent injunction should not be issued.
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Office
Don
Newsom A. Worsley
Burgaw
Stephen W. Carroll
Anthony Dexter Becomes Father of Infant Girl
Actor Anthony Dexter known for silent era role as Dolph Valentino announces the birth of his daughter weighing five pounds fourteen ounces. The baby’s birth was reported today in Hollywood.
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Hollywood
Anthony Dexter
Dolph Valentino
Behind the Curtain Politburo’s Grip On People
United Press reports that twelve Soviet leaders control life for over 200 million Russians with decisions acting as law in satellite nations. The piece outlines Stalin’s enduring influence, and profiles key figures Malenkov Molotov Beria and others shaping post Stalin power.
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United Press
Washington
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George M. Malenkov
Communist Party
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V. M. Molotov
Laurenty P. Beria
No Sky
Politburo
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Lieved
Molotov
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Far East
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Central Committee
Andrei Zhdanov
Tito
Berlin
Finland
Beria
MVD
Russia
Bolsheviks
Nikola M. Shvernik
Models of Super-Bombers Costly Yet Unclear Details
Washington reports the Air Force plans four eight jet intercontinental bomber models costing about one million dollars per unit for the set, with other figures suggesting higher costs. Officials discuss a $20 billion Air Force budget for the year, aiming to expand jet strength and global deterrence amid Cold War tensions.
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Washington
Air Force
Iran frontier post fires on Soviet ship in Caspian Sea
Iranian frontier post fired machineguns at a 700 ton Soviet naval vessel entering Iranian waters near Astara in the Caspian Sea. The vessel reportedly retired after about 30 minutes of fire. Iran plans to protest the Soviet incursion while Britain maneuvers in the Persian Gulf.
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