Colombia grief and unrest mark Bogota after riot
The capital faced a deadly riot linked to political tension as crowds clashed amid a Pan American conference dispute. Officials said hundreds were killed or injured, while calls for stability grew. A funeral debate over Jorge Eliécer Gaitán’s burial intensified the crisis, and international aid discussions emerged as the United States offered a $10 million package.
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Colombia
Jorge Bliecor Gaitan
Presiariano Ospina Perez
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Dillan
Pan Americia
Conference of Americanates
A. Panmerican
United States
Merican
Jaatht
Jose Marinal Anno
U. S
Ared
Metiban J Red Cross Medical
Dip
Sha
Hus
Osp
Percy Pilices
Guilan
Tone up with Tone 838 could boost appetite and vigor
An archaic health ad promises renewed energy and appetite by taking 838 Tone to stimulate gastric juices and iron levels. It claims improved digestion, weight gain, skin glow, and overall strength with mass consumption and store availability.
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P. Dealthy
Fighting erupts between Communists and police in Trieste
Bulletins from Trieste on April 11 report streets clashes as confrontations flare between Communist demonstrators and police. The unrest underscores tensions in the city amid postwar political turmoil and security crackdowns.
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Trieste
Truman Faces Dissent Over Air Force Size
President Truman said he does not understand why Secretary Symington differs with administration plans on air force size. He would decide on possible action after questions about spanking Symington. Forrestal had urged a larger force with universal military training and a draft, while Truman backed a balanced program. House Armed Services members pressed for a 70 group force, suggesting unity may falter but Truman insisted consolidation will work and the nation will bear the changes.
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Truman
Aly Maree
Sysmington
Symington
Ugroun
Defense
Forrestal Presiously
Forrestal
Howse Armed Services Committee
Howse
Defense Department
Atse
Russia
Hone
Truman Says Surprise Uprising Had No Warning
President Truman expressed shock at the Bogota uprising in a news conference. A congressional inquiry is under way to determine if U S intelligence agencies had advance word. Truman noted Secretary of State Marshall linked the revolt to international scamming and warned of potential demonstrations at the conference, but said there was no indication of shootings.
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Bogota
Colombia
United States
Vy ‘Truman
Americas
Marshall
Bolgota
Peabody Awards Honor Nonprofit Radio Programs
The citation recognizes the Corumentary Unit Series The Children’s Hour from WQQW Washington DC for outstanding children’s programming and United Nations Today for expanding public access to United Nations deliberations via 115 stations. The awards highlight Carl Green’s program spirit and the broader Radio Division of the Department of Public Information, United Nations, for global outreach.
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Peabody Radio Award
Colorbia Broadcasting Company
Peabady
Severn
WQQW
Washington, D.C
Carl Green
Tox
United Nations Today
United Nations
New England
George Foster Peabody
Department of Public Information
Plane Crash Claims 19 Americans En Route to New York
The Empress of the Skies jet overturned near Shannon during a second approach in fog. Weather limited visibility to three miles with a 400 foot ceiling as Basil Warnock of American Overseas Airlines reported. Among 21 aboard, 20 Americans, five Italians, two Indians, and others perished. Mrs Worst mourns her husband among the survivors.
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Hoxha
Basil Warnock
American Overseas Airlines Siation
Shannon
Tne
Patmerican
Wil Yom
Wit
Hesges
Wirtock
Allande
Camder
Newfoundland
Star of Caire
Beoward
California
Constellation
Owas
Worst
Lyon
New York
Judge to Rule On Contempt In UMW Contract Fight
Judge poised to rule on criminal or civil contempt in the United Mine Workers dispute over the coal contract. Previous contempt ruling fined Lewis $1,000 and the union $3,500. the case drew threats of jail and possible suspension, with potential long shadow over June 30 contract expiration and government scrutiny of leaders.
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Lewis
Union
Supreme Court
Galisborough
UMW
Market Report Chicago April 1h Auction Prices
Market data from National Stockyards and Chicago shows mixed cattle and hogs. Receipts near 18-20 thousand with weights and classifications varying. hogs mostly lower, sows down, top cattle near 23.90-24.00 for good feeders, veal steady to lower. Sheep 1,009 head. woolly and fed wooled lambs uneven with top around 25.00.
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Chicago
Bauer
Fawl & Tegharn
Mitiskers
National Stockyards
Barrews
Wits AO
Imostly
Hope Star publication details and AP membership
Hope Star header shows 1899 origin and 1929 consolidation with staff roles listed. Publishes weekday afternoons under Star Publishing Co at Hope Arkansas with editors, manager, and addresses. Subscription rates, advertising reps, and national bureau locations included. Associated Press member notice grants republication rights for local and AP dispatches.
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Consolidated
Star Publishing Co. Co
Palmer
Alex. H. Washburn
Star
South
Walnut Street
Hope, Ark
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Washburn
Paul H. Jones
George W. Hosmar
Joss M. Davis
Post
Hope
Arkansas
Associated Press
NEAJ
Newspaper Enterprise Association
National Advertising
Arkansas Dailies, Inc
Memphis
Grain and Provisions Rise Amid Sluggish Wheat Belt Trade
Chicago April grain markets advanced as weak wheat belt receipts and steady demand fueled gains. Corn led the rise with futures up sharply while soybeans traded on a daily limit. Prices climbed from February lows but remained below yearly highs as traders eyed short covering and broader market support.
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Chicago
Sulin Iyede
Commodity Credit Corporation
Eastern Houses
New York and New Orleans Cotton Markets Rally on Gains
Cotton futures rose to new seasonal highs in New York and New Orleans on April 15 as export demand firms, May liquidationLimited absorption and strong buying by commission houses boosted near term positions. May closed around 37.58 with gains in other months, while New York stocks and market sectors showed mixed gains amid war era breadth. aviation shares helped lift overall market.
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Fragmentary clipping notes tentative sullluinest shift
A fragmentary item hints at a tentative shift in emphasis after Monday’s tentative sullluinest. The readable text suggests ongoing indecision about priorities and timing, with no clear decisions or named officials.
Daily Bread Continued From Page One
Fragmentary wartime column argues for rapid military mobilization and strong defenses to deter Soviet aggression. It stresses that delay risks a futile loss of life and that Russia appears to be winning while Europe trembles and freedom falls without decisive action.
Flood Threat Spurs Emergency Dike Work at Portsmouth
Portsmouth and surrounding areas brace for rising water as an emergency 1000 foot levee rises two feet beside the Hoodwall to extend flood protection. Evacuations reach 141 families in Portsmouth and 508 across Campbell County Kentucky as forecasts show crest levels along the Ohio River. Red Cross shelters over 1200 people in a 14 county region while military help is requested to bolster sandbag barriers around sewers and manholes.
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Earle Clements
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W. Va
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House Debates Air Force Budget to Reach 70 Groups
Rep Gore tried to insert 922 million dollars for 70 groups, but failed 74 to 49. Rep Wilson warned the 822 million is only the start of a five year plan. next year’s air force appropriation rises to 2.739 billion with yearly growth thereafter to 4.2 billion. Symington withheld direct comment at a news conference. Truman aide noted no plan to resign.
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Symington
Trumann
Taber
Gore
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Truman
Whitten Qualifies as Candidate for Seventh District
Whitten a Magnolia lumberman qualifies as candidate for United States Congress in the Seventh District. He filed corrupt practices and party loyalty pledge and paid the ballot fee to run against incumbent Oren Harris of Curate. The district includes Hempstead Lafayette Clark Nevada Columbia Caddo Union Calhoun Bradley Ashley and Chicot counties.
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Magnolia
Rep
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Lafayette
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Nevada
Columbia
Cudaehia
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Ashley
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Searcy
Elma Taylor
Hope to Avert Major Flood in Ohio
Amid concerns of a major flood in the Ohio River valley, forecasts show little rain over the next two days. The river remains at a 64 year high, with only slight additional damage expected unless rainfall increases. Two deaths by drowning in West Virginia and Kentucky are attributed to swollen streams as flood conditions enter their fourth day. The Red Cross aids nearly 3,800 flooded families across Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, and Kentucky in a continuing relief effort.
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Ohio River Valley
Ohio
West Virginia
Kentucky
Red Cross
Indiana
Riswas
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