Lexington Murder Case Arguments Being Heard No Defense Witnesses
John Andrew Roman, a Lexington man described as a Negro, faces trial for the murder of a prominent Lexington woman on August 12. Counsel for the defendant announced this morning that no defense evidence would be offered. A verdict was anticipated possibly by evening after the jury retired. Judge J Will Pless Jr presided as the case explored scientific detection and observation. SBI agent L E Williams was recalled.
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J. Will Pless, Jr
Roman Bogh Grays
L. E. Williams
SBI
Solons Criticize National Party Chairmen in Report
A Senate committee cleared William Boyle and Gabrielson of illegal acts but criticized their candor and found conduct not dispelling public trust. The panel warned the Litheford firm may have sought improper influence. it urged caution over future dealings with firms linked to party officials. Page five-A continues.
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Democratic National Committee
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Arnall Sees Truman Likely To Seek Re election
Former Georgia governor Ellis Arnall said after meeting with President Truman that he believes Truman will run again. Arnall noted the president sounded like a candidate and accepted a possible government post offer while denying certainty.
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Truman
Washington
Ellis Arnal
White House
Roosevelt
Pointblank
Ramen
Menti
Little Liz and a Hint of a Girl's Past
A short fragment notes a phrase about judging a girl's past by her appearance, followed by a streetwise aside. The text reflects casual newspaper parlance and a clipped, gossiping tone.
Egypt Shows Openness to Western Proposals for Settlement
Cairo reports credit Prime Minister Aly Maher Pasha with receptive attitudes toward British overtures to resolve the Anglo Egyptian dispute. Al Ahram quotes him ready to consider settlement while Al Misri notes a Middle East pact framework to defend the Suez region. The Wafdists demand British withdrawal and unity of Anglo Egyptian Sudan.
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Egypt
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al Misri
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Kefauver Prepares for Truman Clash in New Hampshire
The article notes Senator Kefauver staying in the New Hampshire contest ahead of potential clashes with President Truman. It mentions Truman may seek renomination if he chooses, while Eisenhower is seen as the favorite and Taft is not playing underdog. It also references Georgia's electoral vote bill and Price Stabilizer DiSalle, with speculation about a possible Senate bid fading.
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New Hampshire
Eisenhower
Taft
Henry Cabot Lodge Jr
Rmass
Georgia
End of Bitter Cold Wave Briefly Lifted
The weather service announced the end of the severe cold spell as bright sun returned after two days of extreme frost. Officials urged precautions for lingering wind chill and advised warmer clothing for residents in affected areas.
U N Proposes Talks to End Korean War Soon
The United Nations proposed speedier discussions on a Korean armistice with aim to start the fifth agenda item. Both sides planned resumed meetings Friday to address prisoner repatriation and demilitarized zone issues. Civilians displaced by shifting fronts complicate negotiations.
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Korea
United Nations
C. Turner Joy
U.N
Namel
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U. Saidress
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Mine supplies tungsten worth vast sums for defense
Officials told Henderson board that in nine years the Vance County mine produced $11,000,000 of tungsten used in filaments engines and electronic devices and possibly atomic weapons. Authorities say Manchuria's tungsten dominance threatened supply. a theft ring was busted with L. Smiley, 21, confessing to stealing and attempting to smuggle materials.
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Vance County
Manchuria
Eee
Ata
Prac
L. Smiley
Prisoners Remain Chained as Director Visits Cellblock
State Prisons Director Walde Anderson visited from Raleigh to speak with inmates who remained unidentified and still chained in their cell late last night.
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State Prisons
Walde Anderson
Raleigh
Catawba and State Meet on Gridiron in Raleigh
Officials in Raleigh say the game nears as the athletic council prepares before the school year. Catawba and State have faced each other on the gridiron there for the past two seasons.
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Catawba
State
Raleigh
President To Inspect Flood Area
President planned a quick inspection of flood damaged farmland along the river with a military plane. The tour, a repeat of last summer, covers Mis and Oklahoma areas and focuses on riverfront warehouses at risk if waters rise.
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Foxe
Tsburgh
Stassen Seeks Nod On Sound Currency Platform
President Harold E. Stassen proposes a sound currency program for the Republican nomination. He calls for a modern gold standard, large tax cuts, broader profit sharing, and reduced corporate taxes. He criticizes Truman policy and outlines foreign, economic, and domestic reforms aimed at farmers and industry.
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Lyle C. Wilson
Washington
Harold E. Stassen
University of Pennsylvania
U. S
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Stocks Rally Across Markets After Rough Start
New York stocks surged after a weaker opening with gains in industrial and rail averages. Oils and metals led the recovery as Standard Oil New Jersey and Texas Pacific Land Trust rose amid a broad rally following heavy selling by professionals. Bethlehem Steel firmed on leadership.
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Standard Oil
Eene
Texas Pacific Land Trust
Bethlehem
Business Seminar Marks Fourth Day In Southern Pines
Business leaders from several states attended a four day seminar in Southern Pines North Carolina as David Rodnick a social scientist for the Mutual Security Agency spoke to the group about economic issues and labor during a period of depression. The report notes the Reds failed to convert a significant portion of American workers to communism.
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David Rodnick
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Southern Pines
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