Three Big Days for Reds Shadow West German Pact Signing
United Press reports the West German cease-fire accord may trigger three days of Communist activity across Europe. The plan includes May 2 Ridgway arrival in Paris and May 4 signing of the European defense pact, with Italian local elections on May 25. East Berlin unrest risk rises as Russians push demonstrations. Paris police prepare to quell protests. Italian authorities face election-day restrictions.
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Reds
Phil Newsom
United Press
United States
France
Britain
West Germany
Matthew B. Ridgway
Paris
Italy
Germany
Berlin
Russia
Onder
Ridgway
Europe
Reinhart Mental Status Central in Murder Trial
In Charlotte the defense centers on Raymond Reinhart mental condition as the murder trial resumes in Superior Court. Witnesses say Reinhart appeared insane in the Law Building before the shooting, while relatives describe his dangerous behavior over years.
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Reinhart
Charlotte
Raymond Reinhart
Superior Court
Charles Savarese
Law
Emmett Beempoe
Wilmington
Lloyd Elns Rz
Jack Ackerman
Soldier seeks Korea transfer from Ft Bragg in letter appeal
Cpl. Billy L. Loomis of Jasper Florida asks Rep Bennett for help moving to Korea. Loomis a paratrooper in the 325th Airborne Infantry seeks transfer to the 187th Airborne Infantry now serving in Korea as Capt Sherman K Burke notes many have volunteered for similar training and paperwork is underway.
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AP Special
Washington Service
Washington
Billy L. Loomis
Jasper
Fla
Korea
Loomis
Ft. Bragg
N. C
Rep. Bennett
D-Fla
325Th Airborne Infantry Regiment
187Th Airborne Infantry
Sherman K. Burke
Bennett
Barkley Turns Down Water Offer at CIO Convention
In Philadelphia during a CIO United Steelworkers gathering, Vice President Alben W. Barkley, nearing the end of his speech, declined a glass of water from an official, quipping that he is from Kentucky. The moment drew a lighthearted response from the crowd.
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Philadelphia
Alben W. Barkley
CIO
United Steelworkers
Merwey 8
Kentucky
Remains of Crash Victims Collected
A Brazilian parachute team gathered the remains of 50 people killed when a Pan American Stratocruiser crashed in the jungle on April 29. Half the victims were burned beyond recognition and others had been eaten by vultures and hyenas. Nineteen of the dead were United States citizens.
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Rio DE Janeiro
Pan American Airways
United States
Prices fall as chickens lead weekly market decline
Prices across meat and produce eased this week as abundant supplies weighed on markets. Chicken prices fell up to 8 cents a pound, while beef, veal, and lamb largely held firm. strawberries and citrus showed mixed movement with higher cabbage and potatoes. Government plans to ease price restrictions may raise stores’ margins.
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Associated Press
California
Virginia
Maine
Alabama
US population estimated at 156.405 million on April 1
The Census Bureau estimated the nation's population at 156.405 million as of April 1, up 2.706 million from a year earlier. The rise reflects continued growth in the postwar era and demographic shifts across states.
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Washington
United States
Census Bureau
Carolina Telephone Granted Rate Hike in North Carolina
The State Utilities Commission approved Carolina Telephone and Telegraph Co. to raise annual rates by 1.0725 million dollars, lifting after tax net to about 455 thousand and return on investment to roughly 6.5 percent. Residential bills rise about 25 cents monthly for single-party lines, with city variation.
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Raleigh
State Utilities Commission
Carolina Telephone and Telegraph Co
Carolina
Tarboro
North Caroline
Iess
Rheumatic Pain First Dose New Liquid ACT-ON
Advertisement notes ACT-ON as a new liquid for rheumatic pain with a first dose option and money back guarantee. Mentions availability in tablet form and low cost. Includes vague claims about blood to ng no i se or money back.
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