Solution of Indian Problem Will Go a Long Way Toward Spiking Revolt
Editorial argues solving the Indian political problem could unite East and West and prevent a rising Asiatic bloc. It notes Simla talks as hopeful, recalls 1930s rounds and Cripps mission, and wryly suggests even women could run affairs if men fail to agree.
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San Francisco
India
Japan
Himalayas
Simla
London
Stafford Cripps
England
British proposals in India spark cautious optimism and tensions
The piece discusses Britain's plan for an interim Indian government with near dominion status, retaining a viceroy and control of military matters. It notes Gandhi, Nehru, and Jinnah as key figures, the release of Congress leaders, and the potential for improved relations if Gandhi and Jinnah reconcile.
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England
all-India Congress
Cripps
Gandhi
Nehru
India
Mohammed Ali Jinnah
all-India
Lord Wavell
Jinnah
Permit to Cut Hay on Proving Ground Opens by Lottery
Persons wishing to cut hay on Southwestern Proving Ground meadows must register by June 30 1945 at the Pass Clerk's desk Administration Building. Registrants provide name and number of stock owned as of June 15 1945. Stock ownership figures will be public. Registration hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Names will be drawn by lot with day-based needs considered. Inclusive registration guarantees equal opportunity.
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Southwestern Proving Ground
Delegates Urge Speedy Ratification of UN Charter
U S delegates return from San Francisco urging rapid ratification to launch the United Nations peace charter. Senate leadership plans to delay summer recess to act, with ratification expected by late July or August. Stettinius, Connally, VanDenberg emphasized moving from charter to action and urged early Senate passage.
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John L. Cutter
Washington
U. S
San Francisco
Senate
Edward R. Stettinius, Jr
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Arthur H. Vandenberg
Mich
U.S
Connally
United Nations
Vandenberg
Truman
Dean Virginia Gildersleeve
Lord Halifax
Wellington Koo
Family presses murder probe in Stevens shooting case
The Kovacs family demanded prosecution of Mrs. Imogene Stevens as coroner and defense voice contested the story of Seaman Albert Kovacs death. Stevens, held on manslaughter charges, is alleged to have fired at Kovacs and a second man in a neighbor’s home amid claims of self defense and intoxication.
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Albert Kovacs
Imogene Stevens
Texas
Rampa
Tex
Atorney
Avid Goldstein
James Kovacs
Faith Coombs
Stevens
Kovacs
George H. Remer
Wacs kiss worth swim turns up at Camp Shelby
S Sgt Tommy Carpenter of Hamburg Ark says the kiss from a WAC after he jumped from a transport and swam ashore was worth the swim. He was discharged under the point system at Camp Shelby Mississippi where he joked about not having a girl back home. He holds a Silver Star and 122 discharge points.
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Camp Shelby
Miss
Tommy Carpenter
Hamburg
Ark
Carpenter
Gold Payment Is Suspended in China Currency Drops
Chungking reports a surge in black market dollar value after Chinese gold sales were halted. The rate hit an all time high around 1400 Chinese dollars per US, then fluctuated near 1.60 and rose again. Inflation worsened in Shanghai with rice prices sky high. Few Navy personnel served before Pearl Harbor.
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China
Chungking
Shanghai
Russellville Man Killed by .22 Rifle
Russellville Ark June 27 George Martin Laffon 57 of Dover died at a Russellville hospital from a .22 rifle wound. Pope County official said it appears to be self inflicted. Laffoon had been in ill health for some time. Survivors include his widow four sons Eyles Texarkana Ray Dover William in Germany Eugene in Hot Springs, two brothers and six sisters.
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Ark
George Martin Laffon
Dover
Pope County Corp
W. P. Young
Laffoon
Eyles
Texarkana
Ray
William
U.S Army
Germany
Eugene
U. S. Army
Army- Navy
Hot Springs
Danny Kaye on Hollywood and stage dreams
The piece recalls Dan Kaye in Up in Arms and discusses Hollywood life, production quirks, and pals like Sam Goldwyn. It notes Kaye’s film roles, stage ambitions, and a Broadway aim for next fall, with anecdotes about audiences in England and his comment on color pictures.
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Danny Kaye
Fresno
Goodby
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Motz
Gip
Ronk
Doakes
Mr. Goldwyn
Danny
Rooklyn
Broadway
Enland
Baltimore
England
Budapest Strives Amid Death Shadow After War
An American dispatch from Budapest reports a city scarred by bombings and siege where 4500 bodies lay in the ruins of Buda while night life returns at cafes. Allied occupation under Voroshilov dominates as talks of September elections and a five member ruling council surface. Food is scarce with only 25 percent of normal grain planted and cattle dispersed amid Russian meat restrictions.
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America
A. I. Goldberg
United States Seventh Army
Prague
Vienna
Bratislava
Howard Byrne
Stars and Stripes
Army
Hungary
Buda
Danube
Arizona
New York
Klement Y. Voroshilov
Sepember
Julius Karolyi
Andrassy
Stefani Street
Britannia
Luxor
Bristol
Carlton
Hungaria
St. Gelber’s
Voroshilov
Elizabeth's Bridge
Bahory Square
Pig Production in State 15 Percent Lower Than Year Ago
Arkansas spring pig production this year was 15 percent below the same months in 1944, with 114000 sows narrowed from December 1 to June 1 and 134000 farrowed in spring 1944. Litters average 5.7 pigs, unchanged from last year and the ten year average. If fall farrowing plans materialize, the year’s drop may tighten to about eight percent.
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Little Rock
Arkansas
Arkansas Crop Reporting Service
Fights Last Night Across Cities Report AP
Boxing results from Cleveland Brooklyn Hartford Los Angeles and other locales list multiple bouts. Notable winners include Johnny Greco Pat Giordano and Lige Drew with knockouts and decisions. Archie Moore Humberto Sierra Debby Jackson Ernie Carter also featured with TKO or points decisions in varied venues. The brief roundups cover boxers from Montreal Toronto Newark and Mexico City among others.
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Associated Press
Cleveland
Archie Moore
San Diego
Lloyd Marshall
Brooklyn
Johnny Greco
Montreal
Pat Giordano
Toronto
Hartford
Lige Drew
Los Angeles
St. Paul
Springfield
Mass
United Press Union
Ernie Carter
Counties face livestock show deadlines in Arkansas
Litle Rock reported that Frank A. Storey announced applications for county livestock shows from 45 counties. Desha and Fulton will not hold shows this fall, four counties Sebastian Hempstead Mississippi and Jefferson are ineligible for premium allotments due to district site selections, leaving 24 counties unaccounted for with only five days before the filing deadline.
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Frank A. Storey
State Board of Fiscal Control
Desha
Fulton
Sebastian
Hempstead
Mississippi
Jefferson
Smith Lacked Full Inspection, State Shipping Law Cited
In the United States meat not federally inspected may not legally cross state borders. Alfred E. Smith attended school seven years but held honorary degrees from six universities. Kathleen Windsor, author of Forever Amber, read 356 Restoration works while researching her novel.
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United States
Alfred E. Smith
Kathleen Windsor
Paris Women Say Yanks Lousy Lovers Mocked by French Weekly
Market notes begin with Paris gossip from Amedi Soir claiming French women find American men loud, drunk, and insolent, while GIs face censure for driving and arrogance. The Paris piece contrasts American perceptions with Belgian hospitality and notes frictions over wartime cultural influence.
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Paris
Amedi Soir
Army
Stars and Stripes
Samedi Soir
Yanks
France
Arnall Urges End to Monopoly and Public Initiative Freedom
Georgia Governor Ellis Arnall told Kentucky Democrats at a Jefferson Day dinner in Louisville that eliminating monopoly and securing public initiative are essential for full employment and a decent living. He argued freedom for both public and private initiative fuels growth and prosperity, and that restricting either harms America.
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Louisville
Georgia
Ellis Arnall
Kentucky
Arnall
Roosevelt
America
Truman Will Return Home With City Celebrations
Truman will be driven to Independence after arrival and be joined by Mrs. Truman and daughter Margaret. A dinner hosted by the mayor will include former officers of the 129th Field Artillery with Mar turan having commanded Battery D in WWI. Kansas City's homecoming events include a dinner a picnic and an honorary degree for the president.
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Truman
Margaret
129Th Field Artllery
Turman
Kansas City
Vanilla vines thrive under shade providing protection from sun
Vanilla vines are cultivated beneath trees that offer ample shade since they cannot tolerate much direct sunlight. The practice prioritizes a shaded microclimate to support growth and quality.
Pig production soars to 120 million in 1942 United States
One hundred and twenty million pigs were raised in the United States in 1942, almost double the prewar average. The expansion reflects wartime demand and accelerated farming during the early 1940s.
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United States
St Joseph Aspirin Offer Beloved Family Favorite
A promotional pitch touts St Joseph Aspirin with a 100 tablet bottle for 35 cents. Buy three for a great deal and receive nearly three tablets for one cent. The copy asserts no aspirin does more for you and encourages choosing the brand based on value.
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St. Joseph
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