Campaign Reflections Highlight 1948 Foreign Policy Shifts
James Thrashers column notes the 1948 presidential race exposed a change in American foreign policy thinking. It contrasts past isolationist attitudes with a growing sense of global responsibility. The piece discusses Washingtons admonitions on entangling alliances while praising bipartisan acknowledgement of duties beyond self.
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Wallace
Armerica
James Thrasher
George
Washington
Big Quuntry
Jam
Jain
Nusy Uwiey
Warren G. Harding
Harding
Rain floods streams as Arkansas towns brace for rising rivers
Widespread rainfall drenched Arkansas last night and today, swelling streams along the border. Forecasters warned rivers could rise several feet, prompting precautionary stage warnings. residents from Pine Bluff to Batesville reported rising waters and minor flooding in low-lying areas.
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United Press
Yale
Arkansas
Omaher Pivery
Slowave
Waldo Worther
Pine Bat
Chiles Gon Las
Nashville
Alpine
Crystal Valley
Batesville
Gilbey
Hoek
Muntis Cellu
Newport
Posavkine
Tenpesauirye Seed
Hebron
al Gaary
Relphiy Gdaid
Bycdeswille
Fort Smith Ft
Maerlsen
Kook
Vine Blyait
Sittin Ga Uyit
Quorum Court Votes Mill Tax for Library and Budgets
Hempstead Quorum Court in session voted a one mill library tax and set appropriations at 39,810 for the coming year, up from 39,880. The move ends the county library fee of 1,380, adds 300 to the Negro County Home Demonstration, 100 for office rent, and adjusts several line items including Florence Crittenden Home and County Health Nurse. Members listed include J. M. Dodson and others. absent were Otlie Taylor and Vernon Brown. The court passed a resolution thanking Fred A. Luck for service to the county.
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Hempstead
Hull
Negro County
Florence Crittenden
J. M. Dodson
G. B. Morris
T. R. Bryant
Les Helms
J. A. Cornelius
H. &. Reid
Elijah Stephens
I. H., Beauchamp
R. F. Cauldwell
C. T. Dotson
T. C. Lee
F. A. Sewell
C. M. Lewis
A. R. Avery
D. M. Kent
A. L. Roberts
Otlie Taylor
Vernon Brown
Fred A. Luck
Bud
Plorence Critlenden
Shipping Strike Hits U S Railroads and Ports
New York reports massive disruption as 65,000 Longshoremen join a strike tied to the AIL and ILA. Port activity collapses with 23,000 tons exports and 16,000 tons imports halted, only army supplies and some coastal tankers moving. Canadian stevedores join the walkout, Gulf ports stay open, and talks stall as workers seek higher pay.
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New York
Portland
Hamplton Roads
Raiso
National Maritime Union
CIU
International Longshoremen's Association
NUM
Dock Strike Brings Ships Idle Across Major Ports
The Associated Press reports a wide strike by longshoremen has halted operations at New York, Boston, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and other ports. Hundreds of crew and passengers face delays as ships are tied up and freight moved to other routes. Officials urge rapid settlement as labor action disrupts trade along the Atlantic coast.
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John Sampson
Halifax
Europe
New York
United States “Lines
Washington
Associated Press
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Philadelphia
Hampton Roads
New Mayen
Wiles
Minnetasia Aid Regunes
Lana
Ilewbeth Cue
Enor
Ah Slo
Norvothe
Stawene Bertone
Euik Wriday
Surice
Thanks Extended to Scout Committees for Donations
Finance Committee thanks Ben Owen Bill Wray Graydon Anthony Fred Ellis James Gunter of Larger Gifts for completing solicitations. Team captains EH P Young Jr Earl Young Buddy Evans Jack Williamson Brents McPherson report high return rates. McPhersons team sent many investments from locally contributing citizens not listed on cards. Mail or deliver checks to Royce Weisenberger or Roy Audesol. many names and companies thanked.
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Bill Wray
Graydon Anthony
Fred Ellis
James Gunter
EH. P. Young, Jr
Earl Young
Buddy Evans
Jack Williamson
Brents McPherson
Clyde Zitin
Mr. McPherson
Fletcher Reed
Pooeh McCullough
Andrew Riner
Bo Powers
Dick Watkins
Hirself
Royce Weisenberger
Roy Aude Sol
Pargy
Aubrey Lilley le Compton
Saiss
Lord Store Geauy Painting Co
Auel
Gilbert Gilbert
Gro. Green's
Clowners
Hamilton Hanwigudt
Harry Pan
Norman Moore
Stella J. Weisenberger
AL Rea
Martin A. Gehting Lu
Nevada Transit Co
Total
Hone Man Held for Robbery in Rhode Island
A Rhode Island man, Wilson, 23, was held without bail after a December robbery. Police say he attacked a man, stole a tray, and fled during the incident. A grand jury will hear the case at the upcoming January appearance.
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Rhode Island
Louis Waerds
Vayu
Wilson
Ex Arkansan Named to High Legion Position
Ex Arkansan appointed to senior post in the Legion amid regional leadership changes. Details on the selection and the institution were announced, highlighting the individual’s background with the Arkansas community and the organization’s current leadership structure.
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Arkansan
Allies and Russia Stand Firm on Berlin Crisis
Moscow replied to the U.N. peace appeal affirming its position on all German questions, with Western powers reportedly in full agreement that the Berlin blockade must be lifted before any negotiations. The message, signed by A. Y. Vishinsky, was read as Moscow’s terms were broadcast, as US Britain and France met after the reply.
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Paviy
Russia
United Nations
Germany
Benin
United States
Britain
France
Berlin
Trygve Lie
U.N
H. Watt
Assembly
A. Y Y. Vishinsky
Moscow Radio
No Clue for Police in Twin Murder Case
Boca Raton Florida November 11 Police restarted their investigation into the Lazzari double slayings after experts deemed Franco Lazzari 25 absolutely in the clear. The sculptor Lazzari 48 and his 40 year old second wife were killed in their studio home. Officers shifted focus to a Negro district near West Palm Beach where the suspect jeep was found abandoned. Franco Lazzari, son of the couple, had been questioned and released after hours of interrogation.
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Boca Raton
Fla
Agai
Isley
Leno Lazzari
Lazzari
Franco Lazzari
Bazzari
Tilaly
Havana
Cuba
Julia Lazzari
West Palm Beach
United States
Italy
France to Air Charges on Cominform Role in Labor Strikes
Paris reports say the French government will in parliament detail charges that the Cominform fomented and funded two months of labor conflicts. Premier Queuille’s cabinet authorized debate and tougher measures against saboteurs, strike agitators, and black market profiteers.
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Paris
Communnist Information Bureau
Cominform
France
Parliamait
Henri Queuille
Jules Moch
Prince Born Into Dying Royal Industry of Kingship
A chaotic, OCR distorted piece contemplates Britain’s newborn prince, the Prince of Edinburgh, as a figure born into a failing royal business. It muses on roles, titles, and the future pomp surrounding the heir, with speculative jokes about palace life and public duties.
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New York
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Jakers
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Dehrett
Uaau
Kayes
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Edinboee
Fataaus Porestelontz
George Withiieion
Truman pledges Labor Department support for workers
President Truman told the American Federation of Labor he would enlarge the Labor Department and back legislation for the benefit of all people. He congratulated President Green, thanked labor for its role in creating the department, and urged continued cooperation to advance democratic principles amid domestic and world challenges.
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Truman
American Federation of Labor
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Organized Labor
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United States — Department of Labor
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Iscopte
Department of Labue
Congress
Lee
Ate Afl
Joe Paltteat
Veily
Tereane
Ital
Ob Barbar Atauriew
State Highways See 343 Die This Year
A clipped report notes 343 fatalities on state highways since the year began. The data hints at ongoing concerns for road safety and traffic enforcement as authorities consider new measures.
China Claims Victory After Suchaw Front Battle
China progovernment outlets tout a major victory on the Suchaw front as the government says Communists are routed northeast of Suchow and withdrawing. The U S embassy warns about hazardous conditions for about 7,000 Americans in China while neutral observers remain cautious amid conflicting reports.
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Pae Chi
Sudan
Defense Ministry
the .S
China
Bollington Tan
Suchan
Associated Press
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Kuotsintang Daily Newsy
Suchan Stront
Phree
Vast Stores of Munitions Taken by Reds
Washington reports from China reveal vast unarmed munitions, American-made, have fallen to Communists in North China. Officials note the loss includes airframes, rifles, machine guns, howitzers, ammunition and vehicles. Chinese and American officials fear the impact on the Nationalist defense as Communist strength rises and transport links central to Manchuria and rail hubs worsen the strategic outlook.
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China
North China
Manchuria
Hfiut
Iutense
Sigh
Masons to Confer Master's Degree Tonight
Masons prepare to confer a master's degree this evening in a formal ceremony. The event, tied to the lodge and local community, is set to recognize a member achieving the degree with traditional rituals and a brief address by lodge leaders.
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Steady Rain Worsens County Road Conditions
Persistent rainfall deteriorates road surfaces across the county, amplifying existing hazards. Officials warn drivers to exercise caution as slick, flooded sections slow travel and hamper maintenance crews working under wet, challenging conditions.
UN Orders Armistice in Palestine
Paris November 1 United Nations Security Council ordered Arabs and Jews to establish an immediate armistice in Palestine. The plan aims to ease the transition from truce to permanent peace with several abstentions and votes in favor by Canada Belgium France and the United States. A Syrian amendment to widen withdrawal areas failed, with Syria China and Indonesia supporting it. The budget committee approved 29.5 million dollars for UN Relief to aid 200000 Arab refugees in Palestine over months.
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United Nations Security Council
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Palestine
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China
Ium
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Callum
Colombia
Britatoa
Arentina
Pronce
Phillip C. Jessup
Wis
Palestines
United Nations
Pine Montis
Warrants Out for 10 for Smuggling
Federal authorities issued warrants for 10 Americans accused of plotting to smuggle arms and warplanes to Palestine for use in the Arab Israeli fighting. Indicted by a federal grand jury in Miami on November 16, the case involves an international smuggling ring operating via Czechoslovakia. Prosecution says defendants face surrender by January 24 in West District Court.
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