State Loyalty Bill Is Approved in 11 Month Dispute Ended
Harrisburg AP The House moved to vote on Congressional reapportionment as the last major issue before adjournment. Speaker Herbert P. Sorg predicted easy passage, with the Senate likely to concur in minor House amendments and send the measure to Gov. Fine. The 1951 session, already the longest in Pennsylvania history, convened Jan. 2. The Senate approved loyalty oath changes 35-9 after Democrats opposed a late delay tactic. A corruption probe by Sen. James Berger will be presented today on bribery charges against Sen. Haluska for alleged offers from Sen. Dent and Rep. Taylor related to state insurance business and jobs. House also backed a bipartisan merger commission.
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R-Elk
Senate
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Yuha Fund grows after WDAD radio appeal
NYU Bellevue Medical Center says Johnny Yuha had a fairly good night but remains in critical condition. WDAD listeners raised just over $1,000 during a four hour program for the Yuha Fund, correcting yesterday’s $1,100 figure. Contributions came from diverse donors including Homer City cheerleaders mascot, anonymous donors, a 500 Club listing several names, Jim my Tyger, Indiana, and Richard, Malcolm with varied amounts.
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Betty Lundstrom
Nancy Maroney
Ruth Guerrieri
Mary Nocco
Lenia Babyok
Jimmy Tyger
Indiana
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Ansley Injury Highlights Iciness Walk Home
Ansley, secretary of Indiana Borough, suffered a fractured wrist and facial bruises after slipping on icy sidewalks Friday while returning home. The incident underscores hazardous winter conditions in town.
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Indiana
Blair Ansley
Reds May Hold More GIs Still Missing From Korea List
The Defense Department has fewer than 200 glad tidings messages left to send to families of POWs in Korea. Telegraphs reached 3,006 of 3,198 names provided by the Communists. Peiping radio aired greetings from Allied prisoners, naming some people not on the official list. Some signatures from Malik’s peace appeal also did not match the list.
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Korea
Pentagon
Peiping
Russia
United Nations
Jacob Malik
Malik
Firemen's Annual Ceremonies Postponed in Hong Kong
Hong Kong December 21 report that the fire department postponed its annual ceremonies to award prizes for top brigades. Officials cited exhausted crews from staying up late to combat fires the previous night.
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Hong Kong
Fire Department
Grunewald Returns To Closed Meet
Henry Grunewald known as The Dutchman returns to a closed session with H and R investigators amid tax scandal probes. He hints at not testifying in private or public hearings. The panel seeks links to a $500000 Teitelbaum shake down claim. This marks his third appearance before the Ways and Means panel.
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Henry
Grunewald
H Etax
Abraham Teitelbaum
Chicago
Fire at College Avenue Apt Causes Loss and Pet Death
A blaze at the A. L. Silver apartments rear unit on College avenue last night forced tenants to seek shelter in cold rain. A pet dog belonging to Peter Staff died in the fire while occupants escaped unharmed. Fire Chief James L. Jack Sr. says an overheated stove likely started the blaze before 7 p.m. Losses include about $1,500 contents insured and $1,000 in apartment damage uninsured.
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A. L. Silver
College Avenue
Peter Staff
James L. Jack
Jack
Salvation Army Brings X Mas To Local Needy
The Salvation Army distributes over 400 Sunshine Baskets and gifts to County Home inmates Willard Home children and hospital patients. Lions Club toys go to parents unable to buy for Christmas and food orders aid needy families. The charity thanks contributors for supporting the Christmas effort. City Bottling Co. promotes home delivery and curb service for the holidays.
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Lions Club
Snow and ice disruptions shadow Christmas travel
Rain turned to ice along Indiana County highways as a mix of slush and snow created treacherous driving conditions. State Police and maintenance crews fought to open routes while wind and rain intermittently closed roads. Forecasts of falling temperatures and possible snow flurries added travel uncertainty for holiday families planning weekend trips. Railroads anticipated up to a 20 percent rise in weekend passenger volume as travelers shifted to trains and planes.
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Earl H. Pfeiffer
U. S. Weather Bureau
Washington
No Progress Reported In Steel Talks
Washington December 21 A steel labor dispute collapsed with no progress and reference to President Truman. Chief Mediator Cyrus S Ching reported deadlock as CIO steelworkers face a January first strike deadline. Philip Murray seeks an average 18 cent hourly wage rise, while steel firms demand price relief for any concessions. The stalemate continues as mediators push for a solution without offers from the companies.
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Christmas Joy Dims as Loved Ones Remain Missing Abroad
The holiday scene amid homecomings and travel contrasts with thousands of families still awaiting word on loved ones overseas. President Truman plans Christmas at Independence and a White House tree lighting, while servicemen abroad receive a traditional meal as the nation faces a season of hope and loss.
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United States
Man Charged After Spanking Wife With Frying Pan
Brisson faced justice court on December 26 charged with assaulting his wife with a frying pan. The wife testified he spanked her with the pan, prompting the case.
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Justice Court
Millionth Road Death In 24 Hours
The nation’s traffic deaths near one million with 999,823 toll at 4 am EST. At least 73 lives were lost since midnight Wednesday as snow and ice discouraged travel. The National Safety Council predicts the one millionth fatality will occur around noon Saturday. victims unnamed.
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National Safety Council
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Chicago
Indiana
Commissioners’ Office
Christmas notices and local business updates
Local items announce holiday closings and hours for Rustic Lodge and Sune CS Kunkle Lumber Co. Offices note Christmas Day closure and December 26 reopen. Virginia Beverage and City Bottling Co. advertise festive products. Singspiration event and Austmen Union December 3 concert details appear with prices and venues.
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Allies demand account for 1000 missing U N soldiers in Korea
In Panmunjom a U N note pressed Red authorities to explain why more than 1000 U N personnel listed as POWs are missing and why many South Koreans are not listed as prisoners. The note followed Ridge's appeal to open North Korean camps to the Red Cross and comes as talks on an armistice resume. The Reds released a roster of 3198 Americans 1219 other U N troops and 7142 South Koreans. It remains unclear how many of the missing are Americans. The prisoner exchange subcommittee meets Saturday to address the issue.
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Korea
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Panmunjom
Matthew B. Ridge
International Red Cross
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Indiana firemen elect new officers and chiefs
Attorney James L. Jack Sr. was named to his 6th consecutive term as chief marshal of the Indiana Firemen's Association and Ira Edwards was reelected assistant chief marshal. Other officers include Paul Bortz president, Harry Barnett vice president, William Simpson secretary, Robert Kerr treasurer, with trustees James Kring, James L. Jack Sr., and Robert Kerr. Ward Eicher named captain of Company No 1, Robert Kerr No 2, Harry Barnett No 3, Clark Myers No 4.
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Marshall
Indiana Firemen’s Association
Ira Edwards
Paul Bortz
Harry Barnett
William Simpson
Robert Carr
James Kring
Robert Kerr
Robert Carson
Ralph W. McCreary
J. R. Maloney
E. E. Creps
Ward Eicher
Clark Myers
Indiana police chief calls daily car moves for snow cleanup
Police Chief Howard Sanford urged all Indiana auto owners to move their cars at least once daily to enable snow plows to clear streets. He argued that an efficient cleanup of slush and snow requires motorists cooperation and orderly parking.
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Indiana
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