Inauguration Prep Draws Nationals To Washington
Republicans flood Washington for Eisenhower inauguration celebrating 24 years since a GOP president. Events include church services, a large official reception, a National Symphony concert, and two inaugural balls. Oath by Vinson at the Capitol. Truman to depart Independence after lunch with aides. Cost about 1.15 million dollars with 150 thousand taxpayer funds.
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Robinhold Couple Robbed of Jewelry at Fayetteville Tourist Court
In Fayetteville on January 17 two intruders knocked down George A. Robinhold and slugged his wife at a tourist court. The thieves escaped with rings valued at 6000 dollars and 500 dollars in cash.
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Five men to stand trial on Fort Bragg loot charges
Fayetteville reports five men ordered to trial March 16 on theft and receiving food from Fort Bragg. FBI says Army loss could exceed 50 thousand dollars over about five months, with loot mainly meat and some coffee and eggs.
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Textile firm to move repair shop from Charlotte to Sanford
Move expected within months by Lowell Shops, textile machinery makers. They would sell Charlotte properties but keep a sales office there. A sales office likely to be opened in Greensboro as per a New York report received today.
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Trumans Bid Good-Bye To Old Friends
Washington January 17. Truman bids farewell at the White House as old friends drop by for handshakes. He plans to stay away until Monday, his last working day after eight years. He cleared major matters including Rosenberg clemency appeal and offshore oil deposit orders.
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Mild flu spreads nation with few severe cases
Chicago reports milder influenza cases as public health officials urge rest and fluids. Texas faces shortages of antibiotics while more than 40 schools close and deaths are reported. Houston’s weekly cases near 4,000. Memphis hospitals crowded as absenteeism rises. Keokuk jail holds pregnant patient due to hospital limits.
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Reds use air rockets to down B 29s in Korea
United States Air Force announced that Communist night fighters used air to air rockets for the first time in Korea and possibly radar in their aircraft. In two weeks three B 29 Superfortresses were shot down during night raids, with two lost last weekend and one the prior week near Sinanju.
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North Carolina Coastal Marine Council Eyes Port Survey
The newly formed North Carolina Coastal Marine Council plans an engineering survey to develop smaller ports and waterways. The group will meet the water resources committee of the State Board of Conservation and Development in New Bern. Governor Umstead urged reexamining and amending the State Ports Authority Act to enable inland port development.
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Wilson To Be Heard By Senate Committee
President elect Eisenhower remains confident in Charles E. Wilson for defense secretary as Senate confirms deals time frame slips. Hagerty noted FBI screening continues for all appointed staff and outlined transition moves from the Commodore Hotel headquarters to Washington with staff packing records and forwarding mail.
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Counselor Dies in Greensboro At 63
Rus sell M. Robinson 63 longtime attorney and local counsel for Duke Power and the Southern Railway died at a Greensboro hospital after a heart attack he suffered December 30. He was brother of W S Robinson Jr of Charlotte vice president and general counsel of Duke Power.
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Roberts Named To Head GOP By Unanimous Vote
C Wesley (Wes) Roberts 49, former Kansas newspaper man, elected national chairman by the Republican National Committee. He succeeds Arthur Summersfield and vows to mobilize voters, including defectors from the Democrats, to build working majorities for Eisenhower’s program. The party faces slim Senate and House margins in 1954.
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First Conscientious Objector Of War To Win Medal For Bravery
Alvin Joyner, hospital corpsman of the 1st Marine Division, Korea, as a Seventh Day Adventist, became the first conscientious objector to win three Purple Hearts, a Silver Star and a Bronze Star for bravery in combat. He saved wounded comrades at Bunker Hill despite blindness, refused to fire, and led men through minefields to Allied lines while carrying a wounded Marine. He emphasizes conscience and citizenship over weapon use.
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Labor Head Sees Uncertain Future for Unions under Eisenhower
Secretary of Labor Maurice Tobin warned that the labor movement faces uncertainty. He cautioned Republicans not to see Eisenhower’s election as a mandate to destroy unions, and endorsed fair treatment of labor to avoid conflict and promote industrial peace. Durkin’s appointment signals support for trade unionism’s role in strengthening America.
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Senate still deadlocked over Wilson defense post
Senate leaders delayed confirming Charles E Wilson as Defense secretary after questions about his $2.5 million GM stock holdings. Wilson will testify Wednesday to clarify prior testimony as senators weigh divestment, law changes, or withdrawal of his name amid partisan dispute.
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