Church Leaders Clash Over Truman Ambassador Choice
Protestants accused President Truman of violating church state separation over naming Gen. Mark W. Clark ambassador to the Vatican. Vatican officials and Pope Pius XII expressed joy at the Washington announcement, signaling a sharp religious-political clash in the capital.
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Truman names Clark ambassador to the Vatican
President Truman named General Mark W. Clark as the first U S ambassador to the Vatican, aiming to strengthen cooperation with the Catholic Church against Communism. The White House cited national interest and humanitarian diplomacy, noting Vatican involvement in the anti Communist effort. Pope Pius XII reportedly welcomed the move, while Protestant readers voiced objections as religious tensions rise ahead of elections.
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Editorial Advocate Strong Labor Bill Over Taft Hartley
An editorial asserts a tougher labor control bill is needed to protect public interests. It denounces ship tieups between New York and West Coast ports as union irresponsibility and frames the conflict as a gang fight among rival unions. It cites AFL leader Joseph P. Ryan as an enemy of TLWU head Harry Bridges.
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Truce Rules ironed out for Korean armistice talks
United Nations and Communist liaison officers announced agreement in principle on restarting stalled Panmunjom armistice negotiations. A final check of English Chinese and Korean ground rules was set for 1 a m Monday, with expected immediate convening of truce delegations.
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