McKinney Defends Truman at Raleigh Dinner
National committee chairman Frank E. McKinney praised President Truman as he spoke to about 650 donors at a Jackson Day dinner in Raleigh. He called Truman's decisions bold and essential to safeguarding the free world while criticizing Soviet aggression and warning of a twilight period since 1945.
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Man questioned about Hopkins murder refuses food in jail
Russell Street resident Jones, jailed after being charged with assault with intent to commit rape, refused food all day. In an interview he claimed innocence, stating he would not eat until released. He had been held on related charges while out on bond for a separate rape allegation two months earlier.
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Dinner Facts Reported in Raleigh
Raleigh dispatch notes Jefferson Day observations with brief facts and figures on the dinner event. The report highlights attendees and remarks as part of a concise briefing.
Sabre Jets Hit Red Planes in Two Korean Skirmishes
In Korea near noon, Sabre jets attacked MIG formations over MIG Alley, with about 30 Reds engaging. Sixty-five losses were reported for the week, while U.N. patrols repelled a Central Front attack and a Pyongyang area probe.
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Mysterious blasts strike Wilmington area again
A fresh series of blasts hit various Wilmington locales causing alarms but no damage or injuries. Similar reports last summer near Wrightsville Beach and recently over Winter Park, with police screening areas but finding no trace of explosions.
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Farmer Held in Fatal Shooting Near Lexington
Johnson, a 35 year old farmer, is held for investigation after the fatal shotgun discharge that killed his wife Alma Wednesday night. County attorney Pat Barrett reports the incident occurred when Johnson allegedly stumbled and the gun fired.
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Truman digs at Spain spark memo of displeasure
President Truman’s offhand remark at a news conference triggers a State Department note from Spain. Officials say it is not a formal protest, but Spanish pride appears hurt as the United States considers a mission to Spain to discuss air and naval bases for Western Europe defense.
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Reds reject UN limit on post armistice talks
In Panmunjom on Sunday February 10 Communist truce negotiators rejected an Allied plan to limit any post armistice talks to strictly Korean problems. They did propose each side appoint five representatives to a political conference and urged broader settlement of broader issues under UN war aims. The United Nations team pressed for a three month timeline toward a full settlement.
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Italy protests Soviet vetoing UN membership bids
Italy sharply criticizes five Soviet vetoes on UN membership bids. A formal note to the Kremlin accuses the Soviet Union of breaking treaty obligations and jeopardizing international order amid tensions between Rome and Moscow.
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Koreans on Both Sides Clash Over U N In Panmunjon Talks
Tokyo dispatch reports North Korea said it forced the U N to state peace at Panmunjom while South Korea criticized the UN stance as one sided. Both sides awaited Panmunjom session as debates over post armistice talks continued amid hostile rhetoric.
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Representative Carlyle Seeks Filing with State Board
Raleigh February 9. U S Representative Carlyle bying his filing fee with the State Board of Elections. Elected to Congress in 1948, Carlyle represents the seventh district. Mayor J O Tally Jr 31 of Fayetteville has announced he is a candidate but has not filed.
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Nation’s largest Negro institution head named
A. H. Anderson of Howard University in Washington has headed the nation’s largest Negro institution in Raleigh. Dr. Benjamin Fine education editor of the New York Times will speak Friday night April 4.
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Bobbitt Court Seat Candidacy News From North Carolina
Judge William H. Bobbitt of the 14th Judicial District announces his candidacy to fill a vacant seat once held by Justice Devin who became Chief Justice after the death of Chief Justice. Governor Scott appointed Justice Valentine to complete Devin's term. North Carolina Young Republicans report over 500 tickets sold for the State Convention and Lincoln Day Dinner with Anne K. Hickman chairing the banquet. Presidential candidate Stassen is listed as a speaker with events advertised across three rooms.
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Plane Crashes Near Greensboro After Faulty Fuel Gauge
J J Routh walked away unhurt after his new eight thousand dollar two seat plane crashed two miles from his Greensboro suburb. He had bought the aircraft Friday and said a faulty fuel indicator showed one third tank when fuel had run out, causing the accident.
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Dunn triple stabbing shocks town in North Carolina
In Dunn North Carolina Mrs Nancy Jane McLean 55 was fatally stabbed near Dunn Level. Her daughter Carrie 35 was slashed seriously and niece Mary McLean -- all three hurt. Police named son in law Warren Sanders 38 as person of interest in the triple crime and coroner Grover Henderson reported no motive given.
Taft Assures Support for European Army Plan
Sen. Taft of Ohio told Gen. Eisenhower he will back the European army program and could back a 1953 or 1954 start if Western Europe's defenses progress. Taft notes rely on Eisenhower's past predictions that Europe can defend itself and American troops can be withdrawn gradually. The exchange aims to reassure Eisenhower there is no isolationist shift and to edge toward GOP unity on foreign policy.
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Army Needs More WACs Seen By Senate Panel
A Senate subcommittee report says the Army has larger needs for Women’s Army Corps personnel. Secretary Pace partially agrees that combat‑fit soldiers can be replaced by WACs, but cites recruiting limits and civilian ceilings as obstacles. Veterans rotated from Korea are being used to fill gaps.
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