Peace Conference Plans Set 21 Nations for Talks in Paris
European peace talks move forward as 21 nations prepare to meet in Paris for a postwar settlement. Big four ministers outline schedules and draft treaties. Italy faces reparations terms worth 100 million dollars to Russia, with a ten-year grace period before payments begin. Debates continue on Danube river navigation rights.
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Italy
Great Britain
France
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Russia
United States
Pinland
Romania
Qtagary
Bulgaria
Huaden
Australia
Belgium
James F Byuing
Ernest Bevin
Georges Bidault
Ttaly
Tromber Asgats
Danube
Kingsport Flier Saves A-Bomb Records With Skillful Work
Captain Walter W. Ketron, a distinguished flier, helped salvage vital A-bomb test records during a Nebraska flight. He and scientists moved heavy cases by body to prevent damage as a dangerous storm threatened the cargo. The recovery effort, led by Philadelphia reporters and accompanied by notable scientists, underscores wartime urgency and risk.
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Walter W. Ketron
Nebraska
Associated Press Bas
Maton
Washington, D.C
Associated Press
Philadelphia
Reports of Jewish Riots in Kielce Poland Kill Dozens
Polish Kielce riot leaves at least SY killed and about 42 wounded amid street battles as armored cars and security troops move in. Government blames extremist elements for the pogrom while arrests continue and casualties mount among Jewish residents.
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Kielco
Poland
Sac
Kleice
Memphis Negro Dies in Chair at State Prison
George Douglas, a Memphis man, died in the electric chair at the state prison in Sa. TH. Be. He had been convicted of assaulting a Memphis white woman in 1843. The Supreme Court scheduled the execution for June 20, but Gov. Jim McCord granted a reprieve until today pending possible new evidence.
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George Douglas
Memphis
State Prison
Supreme Court
Jim McCord
U S Goods Flood China Reds Report
Moscow report quotes Intel as saying American capitalists flooded China with cheap goods harming Chinese textile firms attempts to revive after years of war. The government newspaper claims Chinese firms cannot compete effectively against the influx.
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China
Moscow
Intel
Accidentless Fourth Parade Honors Kinser and Nation
Greeneville held a Fourth of July celebration with no major accidents as 25,000 plus residents witnessed Marine Sgt. Gilbert L. Kinser posthumously receive the Medal of Honor for battlefield gallantry in World War II. Gov. Jim McCord and Sen. Tom Stewart attended with other officials. Kinser’s parents accepted the Medal from Maj. Gen. Trisflon B. Cates as local crowds heard appeals for unity and trade ideals. Silver Star honors went to Major Clyde Kinsey Jr.'s parents, and the Flying Allens cannon was canceled due to high winds.
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Greeny County
Marine Set
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Greeneville
Reute 7
Mrr
Charles Kinser
San Ipteuaue Gallantis
Japan
Asd
Oklawara Shims Ory
Sargeant Kinser
Ninsés
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Gan
Aral
Quartice
Greeneville Ball Park
Wtitton
Bas
Geo. Cates
Joseph J. Clack
U.S
Tom Stewart
Jim McCord
Ross Reed
James N. Hardin
Stewart
McCord
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Syn
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Ibs
Chnter
Corde Hull
Ules
John A Lewie
America
Clyde V. Kinsey
Clyde Kinsey, Jr
Germany
Ben Kingaport
Attielala
American Legion
Allens
J. F Fate
Safe And Sane Fourth Celebrated With Casualties Reported
The nation marked Independence Day with widespread celebrations and safety measures. The National Safety Council tallied 869 immediate deaths over the four day holiday, with 207 fatal injuries and several drownings and fireworks-related incidents across multiple states.
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Maxtar Shell
Philadelphia
Iin
Paterden
N. J
Barcy
National Safety Council
Oney
TS Tran
Onie
Phree
Tenneaper
Man Treated For Gun Wound In Bristol Area Incident
Martin Jeter, 27, of 2001 Bristol Highway, was admitted to Holstoi Valley Community Hospital Thursday night and treated for a gunshot wound to the right hip. Attendant described his condition as good Friday morning. Police said Jeter was wounded in an altercation on Hart Street. Petro Brown, 32, of Lone Inland, was injured in an automobile crash Thursday afternoon and treated for a laceration above his right eye.
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Bristol Highway
Holstoi Valley
Boapital
Attendanty
Jiefer
Tool Hart Street
Petro Brown
Lome
Delayed action on Upstate TVA dams fund bill
Washington reports absence of several congressmen delaying House handling of the TVA dam funding bill. Rep Gore urges conference on the measure to advance construction of two dams in East Tennessee, with Senate backing and TVA officials urging parallel rather than sequential builds. Debate centers on full funding and rapid start to protect flood-prone regions in the Watauga and Blount areas.
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Washington
Gore
D-Tenn
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East
Tennessee
Inaba
Senate
South- Hotton
McKellar
East Tennessee
Eho
Orice
Norah Carpenter Reunites With Quadruplets In Quiet Arrival
Norah Carpenter and Rev arrive with three surviving quadruples from London for a reunion with former Staff Sgt. William Thompson of Pittsburgh. Thompson was not at the airport. his attorney Sam R. Beller and cousin Jack Warmar attended. Keller said the mother and father hope to meet Thompson as soon as possible but not in public.
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New York
Norah Carpenter
London
Wiliam Thompson
Pittsburgh
Thompson
Sam R. Beller
McKeesport
Jack Warmar
Friendship Ave
Keller
Father Run Down by Plane Near Portland Airport
A car dealer Freyne FP Gaylord and his wife were struck as a plane veered off course toward a small boy and tried to dodge the plane. The husband died before reaching a hospital. the wife suffered injuries to both hands and a fever as they attempted to safety. Investigators said Frayna, frozen with fright, saw the plane strike.
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Imi
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Hupbend
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Vets Offer Fight Against Eviction By O Danis Son
Dallas veterans of the American Veterans Committee plan a picket today at the Mile O Daniel apartment house to protest an eviction notice served by Mike O Daniel. AVC Dallas chair Lewis B Macadam said the group will contest the eviction with full support and funding.
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Tex
Wesley Brient
American Veterans Committee
Mile O/ Daniel
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O'Daniel
Mike O'Daniel
Ami
Brient
Nove
Lnter
Les
Lewis BP
Macadam
The
AVC
Storris
Jeffco
Halthy
Elf
AVG Des Bera
Congressman's Pressure Makes Army Officer Hot
Washington reports Maj. Gen. L. B. Campbell testified he felt political pressure as Rep. May etc introduced him to Garsson, a Blinois munitions figure. Campbell said introductions were acceptable until insistence became improper, as hearings into war profiteering continued with Meade and the War Investigating Committee.
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L. B. Campbell
May ‘DeBy
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Camphall
George Meader
Miay
Chet
Hive
Thomas
Hammond
Chicago
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George Meander
Max
House
Cancella
Garon
K. Bigetosure
New Philippine Republic Takes Place As Nation
The Republic of the Philippines was formally recognized as independent, with Independence Day ceremonies in Manila. Old Glory was lowered and the flag raised again, as 27 nations attended at Manila’s Lucente Plaza. General MacArthur attended, praising the historic step and vows of unbreakable ties with the United States. President Truman pledged support in every possible way, while President Roxas assured continued friendship and mutual respect.
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Republic of the Philippines
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the Philippines
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Rss
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Traa
Lucente Plaza Law Manila
Philippine Embassy
Douglas MacArthur
Truman
United States
Mondix
Roxas
British Uncover Large Cache of Jewish Munitions
British army announced discovery of a large underground store of munitions and battle dress in the Jewish settlement of Masbeq Yagur near the Fiana Bay area. Troops have searched the settlement since last Saturday, reporting substantial quantities of contraband equipment and weaponry found in underground depots.
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Masbeq Yagur
Fiana Bay
Ballot Listing Center Of New Political Fuss
Franklin Hobbs chairman of the state board warns county Democratic boards to print names in compliance with election code. He notes no authority to order name order and says boards must follow the law while some complaints arise after a Memphis story. In Louisville another group announces a boycott call by the Jet-Wersen Country Citizens.
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Piemary
Frank
Hobbs
Yrix
Nery
Carmack - Browning Campaige
Coleman
Hicks
Nish
Hobs
Mames
Ble
Memphis
Street Scenes Aftermath of Independence Day Disarray
Readable fragments describe Aybermen and Derstety trying to move large airings of Gish to avoid cleaning up the day’s debris. Service members and dogs are noted amid scarred streets and long delays. Firecrackers explode, a five year exhibit is mentioned, a Maderty couple takes time with a mother on the grounds, confetti and wings on a coat are described as they emerge into civ...
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Mather
July 25 Date A-Bomb Blast Aboard USS Mit
The July 25 tentative date for Bikini second atomic bomb detonation is reported with Admiral Blandy noting revised lower sea wave estimates and blast effects. He says airborne cloud effects and spray contamination were reappraised, yet nothing prevented the test from being a complete success with future refinements showing stronger air blasts than initially estimated.
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Forca
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Police Investigate Car and Bike Thefts
Police investigated several theft reports Friday morning. Darrell Fleenor of 1026 Walnut Street reported a bicycle theft near the State Theater on July 4, while George Rinyan of 1337 Johnson City Highway reported a 1943 Ford stolen Thursday as he was at the Legion carnival. the car was parked near the city hall.
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Darrell Fleenor
Walnut Street
State Theater
George Rinyan
Johnson City Highway
Double Parachute Jump Tonight by Flying Adena of Batavia
The Flying Adena of Batavia will perform a double parachute jump at 1 56 tonight for the American Legion event. About 150 orphans from Greeneytte were brought to the carnival by the American Legion Friday afternoon. Saturday marks the carnival's final day.
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Batavia
American Legion Comnivel
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Adere
Greeneytte
Gregis
American Eagion
Tate
Senate Debates Measure to Restore War Price Controls
Washington AP reports the Senate faces a major vote today on reviving OPA price and rent controls for another year. The Banking Committee approved changes taft opposed, Barkley and several Democrats backed the bill, while Republicans taft and laurel opposed. The amendments, deemed "workable" by Price Administrator Paul Barter, affect producers and civilians, with committees seeking specifics on prewar cost bases and adjustments.
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Truman
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Taft
Ohio
Barktley
Kentucky
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Barkley
Nover
Semaraland House
Mx Treman
Maryland
Paul Barter
Poxter
Swiths
Tott
Poxtes
Woman Says Slain Husband Ordered Her To Shoot Me
In Columbia Indiana a 52 year old Colum bia City housewife Mire Walker signed a statement claiming her husband Roy Walken ordered her to shoot him after a long night quarrel. She described taking a shotgun from the bed and firing as he urged farewell, then sleeping three hours before notifying authorities.
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W. M. Bloom
Columbia City
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Mire Fiesale
Eten Walker
Roy Willian Walken
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Walker
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