Southern congressmen forge anti civil rights pact
Democratic lawmakers from Georgia Florida Alabama Tennessee Mississippi Arkansas Texas Louisiana North Carolina South Carolina and Virginia meet in secrecy to pledge cooperation with governors opposing the presidents civil rights program. They condemn federal proposals as an invasion of state sovereignty and warn of jeopardizing Democratic standing in the South. Rep Harris of Arkansas elected secretary. Sam Rayburn absent. Republicans rebuke Truman call amid party split.
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Virginia
Smith
Frake
Colmeria
Conpressa
Colmer
Harris
Arkansas
Sam Rayburn
Wexar
House
Texas
Reyburn
Truman
Henry Wallace
Austrian Peace Object of Meeting
London February 20 The Big Four deputy foreign ministers resume talks on a peace treaty for Austria Their focus is what Russia demands from the defeated nation The Soviet Union claims Austrian assets formerly German and seeks payment of 260 million dollars over two years US and Britain reportedly oppose full control of Austria’s economy France offers compromise The French propose a two year delay before payment and the delegates have not offered a counter proposal
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Soviet Union
United States
Great Britain
France
U. S
Democrats Weigh South's Role at Governors Conference
Arkansas Governor Laney described a trip to discuss the South's stance as exploratory. A five-governor committee will meet Sunday to plan action and meet Democratic National Chairman McGrath, though Laney cautioned McGrath is not final authority. Laney refused to commit to a candidate for the gubernatorial nomination and rejected a published report as far-fetched.
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Santy
J. Ho Ward McGrath
Laney
McGrath
Arkansas
Superpower Talks Shape Austria Treaty Demands
Diplomatic sources say the United States and Britain oppose Soviet extra territorial rights in Austria and demand Russian troop withdrawal before a treaty. They discuss Russia’s claim to two thirds of Austria’s output and mining rights while three powers maintain forces in Austria. The Soviets seek German assets in the Danube Shipping Company and limited shares in Austria, with talks previously paused December 17 after a Bip Four meeting.
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Russia
U. S
Soviet Union
Danube Shipping Company
Hungary
Romania
Bul
Burin
Bip
Market I 2 Poultry And Produce Note Dusty Prices
Market notes from Chicago and St. Louis report live poultry steady with six truck receipts and butter and eggs largely unchanged. Cattle and hogs at the National Stockyards show lower weights and prices, with strong demand and full-advance week activity across beef and pork classes. Local publication details and staff credits follow.
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ST. Louis Livestock National Stockyards
USDA
Tbs
Grain and Provisions Market Slumps Then Rebounds
Grain and provision prices fell on the Chicago Board of Trade with corn and oats also sliding as wheat dropped up to 7 cents before late rally. Senator Y. Urn urged reducing the misnamed wheat carry from 150 million to 100 million bushels and hinted at possible repeal of provision subsidies. Soybeans fell 2 to 7 cents with May futures at 1.923. Receipts and shipping data were noted with limited spot activity and unchanged basis amid mixed reports from grain houses.
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Beb
Youss Ur-N. D
Kansas
Cory
New Orleans Cotton Prices Advance on Week End Covering
New Orleans cotton futures rose modestly as traders covered positions and bought on the weekend. Prices closed barely steady with gains up to 15 cents a bale on some grades, while other quotes showed tighter ranges and varied daily highs and lows amid nervous trade.
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New Orleans
Colton Fulaves
Rent Control Extension Vote Expected in Senate
Washington reports that Senators Wlanders Ut t) and Bricker forecase a one month extension of present rent control law. Markets meanwhile showed volatility with stock losses and a firmer tone in futures as traders awaited action and assessed prices across commodities and equities.
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Wlanders
Bricker
Senate
Truman criticizes reactionary conservatism in campaign tour
President Truman frames his civil rights push and social reforms as progressive liberalism while denouncing a Republican backed opposition. Southern Democrats unite against anti-lynch and anti-poll tax efforts, planning a conference with governors to protest. Rayburn rebukes revolt, vows reform from within, as party factions test loyalties amid a tense national campaign.
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Democratic Party
AOL Hetter
Byrd
D-Va
Richmond
Truman
Civil Rights Commission
Colmer
D-Miss
McGrath
Rhode Island
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Texas
Arkansas
Virginia
Maryland
Statler Hotel
Statler
Congress
Republican Party
Olin Johnston
D-Sc
Johnston
House
Sam Rayburn
Rayburn
New York
Senate to debate 14 month extension on price controls
Senate called up a bill to extend price controls 14 months beyond February with changes. The House Banking Committee already approved a March extension. Senator Bricker and Flanders, members of the Senate Banking Committee, supported the bill but Bricker prefers a one month extension to reassess conditions. He may offer amendments to restore provisions stripped in committee allowing up to 15 percent rent increases with proof costs rose 30 percent and ending controls where census shows 2 percent of dwellings are vacant.
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House Banking Committee
House
Flanders
Bricker
Senate Banking Committee
Ohioan
Congress
Mog
Senate Committee
House Seeks MacArthur Advice on Far East Policy
Washington February 20 The House Foreign Affairs Committee requests General Douglas MacArthur advise on Chinese and Far Eastern issues. Secretary Marshall unsure if the request should go to the president or Army, and whether MacArthur should testify in person. Marshall discussed the 570 million Chinese aid program, noting China’s military needs and reserves. Rep Judd argues for military aid to China as part of a broader effort to win the war and stabilize the country.
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House Foreign Affairs Committee
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Raton R-Nazi
Secreteary
Marshall
MacArthur
Tom Tokyo
Army
Army Department
Eaton
Carpeltee
Congress
China
Judd
R-Minn
Truman
Greece
Judd Sania
Daily Bread and the commodity trend
Wages and employment stay high while production remains strong though some lose money in the price drop. The commodity market moves toward lower prices, with expectations of no wide shirt losses. Wrangling officials struggle to keep prices from rising as feral cats debate economic conditions.
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Laney Meeting Endorses Petitions On SPG Lands Claim
A mass meeting endorses petitions to Governor Laney and Arkansas delegation to oppose the Wherry bill if the state does not withdraw its claim to SPG land. Speakers include Talbot Feild Jr and Gles Walker. discussion covers federal surplus land disposal, local aid prospects, and plans to solicit donors for former SPG landowners.
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Goavernor Laney
Arkansas
Congress
Talbot Feild, Jr
Gles Walker
Feild
Wa. Walker
America
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Rocal
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Walker
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Lak
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Urguig
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Knpe
Washington
SPQ
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My. Armitage
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Iin
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Lite Rock
A. P. Delaney
John Gimnes
Nelson Frazer
Color vision differences in animals and humans
The article notes that most animals birds and fish perceive colors though not as perfectly as humans. It discusses variability in color vision across species and implies functional differences in perception among animal groups.
Coach Fired Over Opposition to Ku Klux Klan in Lakeview
Lakeview High School coach Walter Rowland says he was fired for opposing the Ku Klux Klan and warning to leave town. Principal John Burks resigns after threats. trustees reportedly discharged Rowland effective tomorrow. Rowland cites threats linked to a gymnasium fight with Marion Hayes, and hooded men placed a cross near his home. Georgia Klan leaders deny involvement and defend Beawland’s motive.
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Walter Rowland
Lakeview High School
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Rowland
Burks
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Howland
Lakeview Gymnasium
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University of Chattanooga
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Atlanta
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Georgia
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