Mitchell and Crommelin clash over air power legacy
Postwar reflections recount Gen Billy Mitchell's push for air power and his disgrace, then Capt John Crommelin's criticism of unified armed services. The piece notes German observers supported air force potential and suggests history may repeat as Crommelin faces censure while Mitchell’s legacy is vindicated.
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Two Sought for Slaying of Sheriff in Presidio
Sheriff O W Morrow and Deputy Mack Tarwater pursued two suspects after the fatal shooting on a remote mountain road near Presidio Texas. A Mexican national and a Latin American man, possibly a U S citizen, were tracked along the Rio Grande into the rough countryside toward Juarez. one may have carried Morrow’s pistol. Authorities report the pair may have separated after the shooting with no trace of the second man found.
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Blackie) Morrow
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Tydings Sees No Justification for State Dept Probe
Easton Md March 16 Senator Tydings D Md said there was no justification for hysteria about possible Communist infiltration of the government. He chairs a Senate subcommittee as subversives gain a toe hold in the state department. Speaking at a Talbot County Farm Bureau meeting he noted the two persons arrested tried and convicted should not lead people to think Washington is full of Communists in the state department.
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Weather Forecast for Arkansas Cloudy and Cooler Outlook
Readable forecast indicates cloudy conditions with drizzle in the northeast this afternoon. Cooler temperatures expected tonight, with a gradual warmup anticipated by Friday across the state.
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Military Seeks Millions for Secret Work
Washington reports on Capitol Hill shows the armed services pushing about 70 million dollars for highly secret projects. Navy, Army, and Air Force seek classified installations for radar, missiles, chemical and biological defense, with Alaska defense emphasis and deployments outside the continental U.S.
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Truman Signs Oleo Tax Repeal Into Law
President Truman signed the bill repealing the federal tax on oleomargarine, his first act after arriving in Key West for a vacation. The law wipes out federal taxes on margarine nationwide, though states may retain their own taxes or restrictions. Restaurants selling yellow margarine must use triangular pots and post notice of the sale.
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Court Martial to Air Big Mo Incident
Norfolk Va March 16 General court martial are ordered for the commanding officer the operations officer and the navigator of the battleship Missouri after the vessels grounding in Chesapeake Bay in January The officers to be tried are Capt William D Brown of Frostproof Fla skipper Freedom Big Mo Comdy John R Millett operations officer and Lt Comdr Frank G Morris of New York The courts martial will convene March 27 at the Norfolk naval base Trials will begin then if defendants are ready Proceedings will be open to the public and the press The orders come from Rear Adm Allan E Smith commander of the cruiser force of the Atlantic fleet after a review of the naval court of inquiry findings
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Ouachita River Reaches 30-Foot High Amid Floods
Touchy Ouachita runs for its fourth major rise this year, topping 30 feet at Camden and expected to climb to 32 feet. Flooding threatens farms and delayed spring planting as rain swells upper reaches.
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Recall of U S Indian Envoy Significant
Washington reports reveal the State Department ordered the recall of John S. Service from India for a loyalty review. Senator McCarthy accused Service of Communist affiliations, prompting questions about departmental handling. The move followed disputed timing over a civil service board recommendation and a review board request.
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Billions Piling Into Treasury as Tax Day Looms
Washington reports show the federal government gathering fresh funds as late tax payments arrive, with General Motors among the largest quarterly installments and a two cent payment among the smallest. Congress debates tax policies amid partisan jibes. a seven year statute closes new fraud actions from 1949.
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Acheson Warns Reds in China in California Speech
Secretary of State Dean Acheson warned Communist China during a San Francisco address and prepared a future UC Berkeley talk on world economic development. He said China’s grim status under Soviet influence is not its own choice but Soviet forced, in a strong message to Beijing.
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Harris Backs Compromise Cotton Bill For Arkansas
Rep Harris of Arkansas voiced pleasure at a compromise cotton acreage allotment bill. Conferees agreed the 1950 allotment cannot fall below 63 percent of the 1946 47 and 44 averages or 43 percent of the highest single year, with increases not exceeding 40 percent of farm acreage under cultivation. Harris called the measure a real help to his district and growers.
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Army Fears Gas War in the Future
Washington reports the U S army fears poison gas and disease germs may be used in future wars. It plans expanded chemical and biological warfare programs including Dugway Utah Camp Detrick Maryland and Detroit expansions with funding requests totaling about 21 million for installations and 10 million initial allotment. Major General A C McAuliffe said foreign countries are actively pursuing chemical and biological warfare research.
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The Celebrity Stable and the Knitting Star
A Broadway agent markets fame as a product. Elmer Cornpone from Pea Hollow pursues stardom by knitting baby socks with teeth while performing on multiple programs. He earns millions before being dropped as Wheeler pockets huge commissions and Uncle Sam looms over the failed venture.
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Finance Co Sues To Recover 3752 From Local Firms
The Finance Company seeks $87,526.05 from Powell Nash Motor Co and Hope Coca Cola Bottling Co in Hempstead Circuit Court. Allegations include multiple auto sales, misrepresented contracts, and unpaid obligations. Related actions name Citizens National Bank and Greening Insurance Agency in connected suits.
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Miss Coplon Free on Bail in Espionage Case
Judith Coplon was released on $40,000 bail pending appeal of her espionage conviction. The court order barred travel outside the Southern District of New York, keeping her from Brooklyn. She stayed in Manhattan overnight while her lawyer sought permission to visit her family. Coplon, 26, and Valentin Gubitchev, 33, were convicted of espionage. each received a one year term. Gubitchev awaits a suspended sentence and deportation next week. Coplon’s brother Bertram posted the bail.
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More Senior Class Play Committees Are Announced
Loretta James and Callie Caston lead publicity and advertising for the Senior class play Our Town to be staged in Hope High auditorium on April 7. Don Holt, president, lists publicity team Don Holt Adolphine Andrews Bobby Messer. advertising with Callie Caston includes Kathleen Walker Jo Ella Davis and Marjorie Rexreat. The advertising group plans posters for display. Billy Gentry was omitted from the business committee announced March 14 due to an error.
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Jo Ella Davis
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Industrialist Dios El Dorado dies. Reynolds funeral scheduled
Industrialist H. Decimus Reynolds, 58, died here yesterday. Reynolds served as president of BF altigad Wesson rail tof molds. The funeral was set for today.
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Minstrel Dress Rehearsal Sparks Kiwanis Show Tonight
Kiwanis Minstrel crew stages dress rehearsal with high school auditorium debut tonight and Friday final performance. Youth Center stays closed Friday so members may attend. Saturday reopen. Queen contestants praised for strong ticket sales. mystery surrounds the end men.
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Bethel Young People to Meet Friday Evening
Bethel A M E church youth department will meet at the church center Friday at 5 pm with sponsor L M Davis. Parents are urged to attend.
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Navy chief loosens grip amid Crommelin furor
Secretaries announce continued actions against Crommelin after he publicly criticized Navy policy. The move aims to quiet dissent within the armed forces as Crommelin plans to return home to Montgomery and begin speaking engagements in the San Francisco area.
Army official to visit Hope for scheduled stops
Major-General A. visiting Ft. Sam Houston area will tour reserve corps offices and National Guard sites in a planned Friday itinerary. The publicized series of stops includes discussions on problems and plans with military groups in Hope and surrounding areas.
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Minor Accident Involving Jones and Sanders
A minor automobile incident occurred yesterday afternoon involving Jones and Leonard Sanders. Details are unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
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