Acheson airs bold Georgian freedom broadcast in VOA plan
In an unprecedented Voice of America transmission to Georgians the United States urged resistance to oppression. Acheson praised Georgian resilience and independence, warned of Soviet coercion, and promised future broadcasts would reveal truth despite jamming. The Georgian message opened with Attention This is New York today.
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World War II stamps honor Leclerc and others
Philatelic notes recount stamps honoring General Leclerc of Free French forces and his role in North Africa and the liberation of Paris. Also covered are new issues from South Korea, West Germany, El Salvador, Italy, Monaco, Japan, the Saar, and Liechtenstein, featuring historical figures, flags, and cultural motifs.
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Paris
Morracco
Philippe “de
Saraha Desert
Casablanca
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Republic of Korea
EL Salvador
Queen Tsabella
Spain
Christopher Columbus
Discovery of America
Republic
Central America
Japan
Kwannon
Chuguyi Temple
Nara
Saar
Liechtenstein
Alternate system set for Mayflower Award in NC
Dr. Christopher Crittenden, secretary of the North Carolina Literary and Historical Association, announced the Mayflower Cup will alternate yearly between non fiction and fiction. This year's award recognizes non fiction, ending the previous practice of both classes competing together. In a separate note, Baltimore Orioles drew 571 fans on April 19 while 10,781 attended Laurel Park races.
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Chapel Hill Youth 9 Dies In Apparent Hanging
A nine year old boy in Chapel Hill accidentally hung himself while playing near the family garage. David Garvin, brother, found him and he died before medical arrival. The incident is under Orange County health officer Dr. Garvin’s review. no witnesses reported at the scene.
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