UN Food Experts Fear World Prospects For 1945 Harvest
UN conference delegates from 18 nations and international bodies warn of severe world food shortages after the 1945 harvest. Sir John Orr of FAO cites 30.5 million metric tons needed in shortage areas, with supply gaps from surplus nations. Hoover addresses urged long range plans to extend UNRRA or create a new international agency to manage food relief through 1947 and beyond. Russia declines invitation. Argentina, Australia, France and others are undecided about participation as talks consider extending relief and coordinating surplus foods.
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PrAn
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Herbert Hoover
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Heart
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Argentina
Australia
France
Sir John
Umnera
Food ‘Board
Russia
Ahd
Lagt Minke
Argen ‘Ting
Brazil
Sigm
OPA Approval Drives Another Auto Price Increase
The OPA announced further price boosts for new cars, citing higher steel and alloy costs, wage increases, and rising parts prices. The move aims to offset wage gains and tighter margins, with the average car price rising by about $60 on a typical $4,200 model, though some increases may be smaller.Experts warn the higher costs will be passed to buyers, while manufacturers adjust to cheaper steel settlements and earlier wage hikes.
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Wottel
Storms across South cause deaths and massive damage
Severe wind and lightning storms sweep eastward across the southern United States, killing at least three people and damaging property. Houston area refinery fires leveled tanks and burned tankers while destroying gasoline stocks worth millions. Texas suffered multiple deaths and widespread destruction, with power outages and paralyzed communications. Military planes diverted, and a Carolina cardinal died, while Byrnes prepared a radio address from Washington.
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Homterson
Tex
Pirates
Otoils
Texas
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Opolika
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Georgia
United Nations
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Ogly Tive
Price Hike For Appliances Authorized By OPA
OPA announced four to five percent retail price increases on small electric appliances including space heaters and heating pads effective immediately. Higher prices prohibited until dealers are notified by stockpilers.
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Washington
OPA
Sto Plers
Republicans Seek Deep Cuts to Subsidies in Senate Moves
Republican members of the Senate Banking Committee push for a yearlong extension of food subsidies while seeking broader cuts. Chairman Wagner gestures toward bringing amendments to a vote as Taft and allied members press to shrink the authority, lift price controls, and curb costs amid anticipated Senate battles over related measures.
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Wagner
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Loase
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President Faces Critical Week Over Expiring Coal and Rail Truces
Washington AP The president faces a tough week as fast expiring rail and coal truces loom. A railway truce ends at 4 p m Thursday just before a 250000-strong walkout. Miners led by John L Lewis threaten to strike after pits were shut down for 42 days.
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John L. Lewis
Nationwide rail snarls ease as service returns to normal
After a 26 hour halt on the Budson Tubes and Manhattan routes, trains began moving again following a last minute postponement of a railroad strike. Crowds at stations, call lines jammed, and alternative transport crowded as officials, unions, and government negotiators sought a settlement to avert further disruption.
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Iran Azerbaijan fighting reports fade as Tehran radio silent
Reports claim fighting between Iranian government forces and Azerbaijan allied factions near Tabriz and Pia. BBC and Reuters cite a central government attack with martial law in Tabriz and a military governor named Padvari. Tehran radio offered no confirmation and warned against provocation.
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Reuters
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Save Be
Ean
Aqzax Ats Jaub
Ferguson Says Crime In Saddle In Sullivan County
Judge Ferguson warns crime is rampant in Sullivan County as grand jury session focuses on bootleg joints and drunkenness. He cites Kingsport crime concentration and a large docket, urging direct action and stronger enforcement while outlining costs and the need for community efforts. Separately, government dispatches report Manchurian fighting with Communist advances near Changehim and Shantung, highlighting wartime pressures on authorities.
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Legion Opposes Amnesty For Conscientious Objectors
In Roanoke Virginia delegates at the American Legion Sixth District meeting rejected a move to grant full amnesty and GI Bill benefits to conscientious objectors who served under combat conditions. The majority backed a resolution opposing blanket amnesty despite minority protests led by Revenge Murray Stoller.
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Lynetium
Night Sessions Demanded To Pass Labor Disputes
Georgia Senator George urged continuous day and night Senate sessions to pass a labor disputes bill amid strike threats and current rail and land controversies. He criticized President Taft for not recommending balanced legislation and urged government restraint until labor management issues gain a fair resolution.
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UN Not Assured Iran Vacated By Russ Armies
The United Nations Security Council faced uncertainty over whether Soviet troops had fully left Iran as reports of civil strife and disputed Azerbaijani frontier activity emerged. Ambassador Voices from Washington cited lack of confirmation from both Russia and Iran. Council to meet Wednesday at 10 am CDT to seek a basis for any possible action.
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MacArthur Demands Halt To Leftist Demonstrations
General MacArthur demanded an immediate halt to leftist demonstrations in Tokyo. He warned that disorder by minority groups could threaten Yoshida’s cabinet and security. Police and imperial palace clashes were cited as recent incidents fueling the appeal for order before the April election.
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Street Scene Confusion At City Hour
Report of chaotic street scene as energetic youths ride bicycles after alarm sounds. A loose white horse gallops on the highway while bystanders react. A charity fashion show and garden event are also mentioned with scattered names and phrases, reflecting garbled OCR.
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Judge Ferguson Calls For Harsher Jury Sentences
The speaker urged harsher punishment upon conviction and greater pressure on jurors, arguing for stricter penalties at the trial stage.
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Doomed Write Off Merger Bill Faces Senate Row
Washington lawmakers Walsh and Winson urge Secretary Forrestal to reject any merger plan creating a single Department of Possipast Dedease. They say Congress will not approve such a consolidation and press no compromise with Wor Fasterson.
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President Truman Enjoys Weekend Visit in Missouri
President Truman escapes White House worries during a Missouri weekend with family. He attends a ceremony at William Jewell College in Liberty, visits his mother at Grandview, and meets old friends before returning to Washington. The trip includes a plan to accompany his mother to the capital and attend Margaret Truman’s graduation at Washington University.
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