Red analyst predicts Soviet atomic blast tied to irrigation project
The 40 year old editor of Intelligence Digest cites private reports from behind the iron curtain. He forecasts a 1949 Russian atom test connected to a dam project and says the next blast could occur in the Kazakh region near Sinkiang, with a possible January 10 postponement.
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Unusually Cold Snap Hits Alvros Sweden
In Alvros central Sweden the temperature plunged to 60 degrees below zero as reported today. The extreme cold marked a severe winter spell with officials cautioning residents to stay indoors and conserve heat. Local authorities urged people to follow safety guidelines during the record chill.
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U.S. Hesitates as Formosa Question Shapes Policy
President Truman and advisers signal no U.S. military commitment to defend Formosa against the Chinese communists if Chiang Kai-shek falters. Joint Chiefs of Staff note Formosa’s limited strategic value. State Department expects Chiang’s grip to weaken amid internal strain and risk of Communist conquest.
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Cold Grip of Winter Spreads Across Nation
Bitter cold blanketed regions from Minnesota to Arkansas with subzero readings and freezing rain. Record low marks spread into the Midwest and Northeast while some locations reached near spring highs. Lilacs bloomed early in New England as warmer winds returned in places like Washington and Norfolk.
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Greece's ruling coalition collapses amid pre election row
Greek coalition partners the populists and liberals split over postwar security policy as Deputy PM Sophocles Venizelos and 10 liberal members resign. General Alexander Papagos quits as commander of the armed forces amid calls for early elections in April to avert extended pre election campaigning risks.
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Doctor Pleads Innocence as Board Considers License Revocation
The Medical Board of New Hampshire will meet in two days to decide if Dr. Sander’s medical license should be revoked after a criminal conviction or unfitness for practice. Secretary notes his high professional standing, while Attorney General Phinney states the board has authority to act with a majority of five.
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Truman Seeks Production Payments to Aid Farmers
The Brannan plan is portrayed as a path to cheaper foods for consumers. The last session’s program would use government crop loans and surplus purchases to keep parity prices for farm commodities. President Truman urges mandatory price supports for und moned commodities and a production payments system to raise farm income without creating large surpluses. Democratic leaders warn that rejecting Brannan could become an election issue.
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Police Wound Two Convicts in Shack Fire Fight
Police wounded two convicts in a gunfire exchange at a shack. Williams suffered injuries to the back thigh neck and shoulder while Rheuark was hit in the leg back ear and hand. Both non critical at University hospital. A second fugitive David Dyer 28 of Oklahoma City was captured without resisting. Odus Eaton 25 of Stilwell Oklahoma had been arrested earlier.
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Chennault waits Supreme Court ruling on planes
Hong Kong officials barred U S markings on 75 Chinese transport planes held by pro communist workers. Chennault said the decision hinges on pending suits before the Hong Kong supreme court. CNAC and Central Air Transport property details cited with Soong connection noted.
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President Takes Both Sides of Calendar Dispute
President Truman in his 1950 State of the Union addresses the midpoint of the 20th century while noting shifting phrases about the century’s start. He cites references to approaching halfway marks and recounts events since 1900. The article adds a quip about the word academy’s origin near Athens.
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General Fund Collections Still Behind
Revenue figures show the states general fund collected 7 783 746 in December, down 1 808 808 from December 1948 18 85 percent decline. Highway fund rose to 8 542 263 with gasoline surcharges boosting receipts 134 070 over last year.
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California horse killed by tail caught fire from fly
A California horse was fatally struck when its tail touched a hot wire after swatting at a fly. The resulting blaze caught the tail and spread into timber, igniting about 55 acres. The fate of the fly remains unknown.
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