Eisenhower backs GOP plan to curb McCarthy hearings
President Eisenhower reportedly urged Senate leaders to keep McCarthy hearings staffed by extra Republican members to temper the Wisconsin senator's probes. The plan, backed by Sen. Knowland, calls for bipartisan participation and new rules on subpoenas and counsel, with aims to curb alleged abuses in investigations.
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British Butler Fired for Criticizing The Duke
John Dean a 33 year old butler to Britain s high commissioner in Ottawa says he has been fired for articles he wrote about the Duke of Edinburgh Dean headed the Earnscliffe servants for six months and was the duke s butler for five years He plans a month long Canada tour before returning to the United Kingdom Dean said Sir Archibald Nyest head of servants disapproved of his disclosures and he left with mixed feelings noting the royal household s formalities and post coronation complications.
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Suspension of Annie Lee Moss Featured in McCarthy Probe
Mrs Annie Lee Moss is suspended by the Army Signal Corps pending adjudication after testifying to the House Un American Activities Committee and planned Senate subcommittee hearings. McCarthy cited a witness claiming Moss was a Red in the 1940s, though the Army says she never handled top secret messages.
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First Hindi Russian dictionary issued in Moscow presses
The Oriental Institute of the Soviet Academy of Sciences released the world’s first Hindi Russian dictionary. Hindi, spoken by over 100 million in northern India, is encompassed in roughly 44 000 words and expressions in the new reference.
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Mrs. Roosevelt Calls McCarthy Most Dangerous Man in Nation
Franklin D. Roosevelt said Sen. McCarthy is dangerous to America by spreading fear without enlightenment. She cited anti Jewish literature and hate groups, warning fear may provoke unwise reactions. Mrs. Roosevelt spoke at a United Nations conference noting rising interest in the U N and Midwest isolationism challenges.
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Wirephoto Service Delayed for High Point Enterprise
Introduction of the Wirephoto service to the High Point Enterprise has been postponed due to installation delays. Difficulties receiving wirephotos from Associated Press have persisted since last Sunday, but officials expect to launch the service at an early date.
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Slack Out As North Carolina Farm Home Director After 26 Years
J RB Slack, a longtime North Carolina farm leader and state director of the U S Farmers Home Administration, says he is being terminated effective April 2. The $9 360 per year post may go to a Republican successor. Slack does not know the name. He served 26 years in federal service and rose to lead the agency in 1947. The Farmers Home Administration provides credit to farmers and administers disaster loan programs.
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County GOP Urges Wage Law Change At State Convention
County Republicans call for a 75 cent minimum wage in intra state commerce and urge the state GOP to add a plank to raise wages to align with federal law. The Greensboro meeting elected officers, approved delegates for district events, and endorsed unity across races while marking March 6 Charlotte convention plans.
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Fight Over GOP Chairman In North Carolina Seems Likely
The Associated Press reports a contest for the North Carolina Republican chairman as county conventions meet. The state convention in Charlotte next Saturday will name the chair, with Jennings of North Wilkesboro a leading candidate and Story seeking re election after Wilkes Republicans endorsed him for another term.
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Battle of Roses Ends in Divorce Las Vegas
Eleanor Holm and Billy Trim reached a settlement ending their divorce battle. Holm will receive $600 weekly alimony plus $20,000 annually for ten years if finalized by age 10. The case named Joyce Matthews as the other woman. Holm had challenged mental cruelty in a 15 minute District Court appearance before Judge Henderson.
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Naguib Restored as Egypt President but Power Limited
Egypt’s revolutionary council restored Maj. Gen. Mohamed Naguib to the presidency after two days under house arrest. A communique signaled he would be a figurehead, while Lt. Col. Gamal Abdel Nasser kept premier and council leadership roles as the nation eyes a parliamentary republic.
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Rebels seize Damascus as riots sweep Syria
Mobs set fires and troops loyal to ousted President Shishekly clash with demonstrators in Damascus. At least 16 killed or seriously wounded as riots spread, parliament attacked, and curfew imposed amid tear gas and fighting. Pamphlets from Aleppo call on the army to join the revolt.
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House Moves To Cut Excise Taxes Nationwide
House Republicans plan early next week to begin cutting excise taxes in half, targeting rates from 15 to 25 percent on items like movies, cosmetics, luggage, and telephones. The package would also cancel automatic tax cuts on liquor and cigarettes and seek broader relief in a separate tax revision bill.
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Do It Yourself Craze Spreads To Womenfolk
A local survey shows women embrace the Do It Yourself craze with increasing participation and consumer interest. The piece notes how households take on home projects, reflecting broader DIY trends in society.
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