Sanity Hearing In Hex Slayings Scheduled Today
In Rogersville, the sanity hearing for Carl Walters, charged with the hex slayings of two Hawkins County women, began after juror selection of eight of 69 men. Walters, held at the State Hospital, faced questions over public opinions and will have psychiatrists testify on his condition as the state and defense prepare witnesses in the Nashville case.
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Garry Ferris
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Thomas &. Rogan
Conway Smith
Washington Late Bulletins and Court Decisions
Suspected communists may refer questions to answer growth jury queries as the Supreme Court rules that in camera proceedings are required to preserve propriety. Courts retain power to compel testimony before Congress while handling in camera matters. Sherriff Suit in Livingston County reports a 25-year-old farmer found dead in a quarry. Three men charged with murder and six held as material witnesses outline ongoing trials. Capitol action stalls as Truman is expected to sign a congressional compromise on pending differences.
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Mirder
Borden Official Dies Of Heart Attack In New Jersey
Ronald S. Borden 74 a noted trialist sportsman and former Brigadier General in the New Jersey National Guard died of a heart attack at his Rumson home Old Gals New Jersey Born in New York he was Yale graduate of 1898 first vice president of Borden Milly Inc a real estate developer in Rumson active in yacht ing motoring polo and aviation He held ranks from captain to brigadier general and led New Jersey MTs until 1920 to 1902.
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Lone Bandit Robs Nooga Wire Office
A masked bandit robbed the Western Union post office in Chattanooga last night, holding up two employees at gunpoint and obtaining about $2,800. The operator stood by as the thief forced a Black woman to walk in front, then fled as a highwayman outside warned drivers to keep away from the phone. Police say a second man is not believed to have participated.
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Rimeek
New Peace Plan To Be Unveiled For Korea Today
A new peace plan for Korea is expected to be revealed at the United Nations today by Sir Benegal Ray. The plan aims for an immediate ceasefire and proposes a demilitarised zone along the 38th parallel. Details were not disclosed in advance as representatives from 33 nations prepare to hear the formal proposal.
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Winter Returns to Tenn Areas
Winter weather hit Tennessee with six inches of snow in parts of the eastern region. Snow fell near the Great Smoky Mountains and along the Cumberland edge, with lighter flurries in the Tri-Cities area and around Knoxville. Ice and snow made highways hazardous in the mountains while temperatures ranged from the teens to the mid twenties across cities like Nashville and Memphis.
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Mesnessee
Cohen's Lawyer Shot To Death
A chaotic report states Cohen's lawyer was shot to death under unclear circumstances. Detectives describe a possible suicide or self-inflicted wound before the fatal shooting occurred, with confusion over the exact sequence of events. Authorities, including coroner officials, continue to investigate the motive and details surrounding the slaying.
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John B. Lewis
Miners' Lewis Could Start Wage Increase Movement
Miners leader Lewis signals possible wage increase push by signaling readiness for talks with operators. Ambiguities in the text suggest leverage over future labor costs and wage settlements depending on operator agreement and potential bargaining dynamics.
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Explosion and Fire Kill Two Babies in Dyersburg
A blast and fire destroyed a house in Dyersburg Tennessee killing two infants Sadie Lee Johnson eight months old and George Barnett eighteen months old who were left unattended while their guardians were several blocks away in an early tragedy reported from the scene authorities investigated the incident for cause and safety lapses.
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Sadie Lee Onnson
George Barnett
Clare
George John
Ables
Marines Suffer Casualty Rate Of 30 Percent In Korea
The Marine Corps reported the First Marine Division suffered over 30 percent casualties in a bold breakout from a Chinese trap in Korea. Estimates suggest 6,000 to 7,000 casualties across three infantry regiments, with some wounded by frost. General Clifton B. Cates, commandant, cited high spirits and confidence as the unit pressed toward Bungnan, aided by the First Marine Wing’s day and night support despite severe hazards.
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Fleet Marine Portes
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Bungnan Werold
Throvein
Marines Retreat Costly to Chinese Forces in Korea
A Marine observer reports a major retreat by Chinese divisions after a failed ambush at Chengji Reservoir. The First Marine Division, led by General Lemuel Shepherd, held the line under heavy enemy pressure, inflicting casualties on Chinese forces while sustaining significant losses themselves.
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Truman weighs national emergency and wage price controls
President Truman studies declaring a national emergency and wage price controls with bipartisan congressional leaders invited to a White House meeting. Indications point to action before week’s end as top advisers and the National Security Council discuss steps and a potential nationwide broadcast this week.
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Chiang Kai-shek backs limited guerrilla option against Communists
Washington reports quote Chiang Kai-shek favoring guerrilla action in China as a potential diversion to drain Communist forces. Some U.S. officials doubt the plan’s feasibility and warn it could complicate diplomacy. The opinion reflects military debate over how to pressure Beijing while balancing international policy.
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Rai-shik
China
Rubber Tires Cut 28 Percent Under New NPA Order
Washington today ordered a 28 percent cut in natural rubber use for automobile tires. The National Production Authority directed tannery and polyethylene manufacturers to reduce natural rubber consumption from November levels. November quota was 52,000 tons. total natural and synthetic rubber used in the month reached 90,000 tons, with January and February quotas remaining near that level despite the cut.
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National Production Authority
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Pebrumey Manufactor
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15 Year Daughter Learns Husband Killed in Korea
A 15 year old girl learns her husband was killed in Korea with a letter dated November 24 describing the battlefield cold and danger. The army correspondent notes the widow’s sorrow and the soldier’s prayer to be kept safe and return home.
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Defense Aide Urges Senators to Decide on Rosenberg Nomination
In a closed session the Senate Armed Services Committee pressed to finish its inquiry into Bris Ange MM. posing as defense secretary nominee. Mrs. Rosenberg pleaded for a swift decision, denying ties to Communists and calling persistence of loyalty charges an awful burden. Benjamin Freedman claimed contact with Baron De Set to place the senator in the know, while De Sota asserted a meeting with Mrs. Rosenberg as a Communist years ago, which she denied.
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Rosenberg
Senate
Seasion de Sota
New York
Egg prices climb near dollar per dozen in Kingsport market
Wholesale egg prices jumped from 60 to 90 cents per dozen over the weekend, with retail costs in local stores rising to around 60 to 65 cents. Grocers report winter production shortfalls and cold Western weather driving tighter supplies and a near egg famine, says Harry Carbaught of the Tennessee Egg Company.
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Harry Carbaught
Tennesse Egg Company
Chattanooga
Kansas City Paper Hikes Weekly Rate to 35 Cents
The Kansas City Star announced a five cent price increase for weekly subscriptions, effective Jan. 1. The new rate is 35 cents a week or $1.32 a month, covering morning, evening and Sunday editions. Existing customers already pay the higher price due to distribution costs.
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Bitter Lesson From Korean Campaign Teaches War Readiness
An analysis by Hut Worle from Ko- Ten highlights that the Korean War campaign has trained the U United Nations Army for future conflict. It argues the conflict served as a laboratory for a larger future war, yielding battle tech insights and a nucleus for a bigger army. Officers see grim memories tempered by hope as they prepare for possible future engagements.
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Gal Micent W. Stephens
Pierre
UN Chief Flies To Front Amid Korean War Action
General MacArthur visited the northwest and northeast fronts in Korea amid heavy fighting. He said UN forces remain unbeaten, capable of resisting Chinese forces, and in good morale. He noted ground losses but claimed UN fighting capacity remained intact and enemy losses were exaggerated. The visit followed heavy combat as Marines and doughboys moved toward the Hartung coastal plain near Changjin Reservoir.
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Buchenwald Witch Screams in Frenzy in Augsburg Trial
In Augsburg Germany an actor testifies Tse Zach fakes insanity to avoid trial for concentration camp atrocities. The so called Red Witch of Buchenwald was moved to Augsburg Hospital as she shrieked I am guilty I am a simmer. Doctors say she feigns mental illness to delay the case.
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Rudolf Englert
Lake States The Level Se CharoRee Lage Subsidiar Re
A fragmentary note mentions a lake stage event with level data and a subsidy reference tied to charitable or regional entities. Details are unclear due to missing context and garbled names.
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