Poll Shows 45 Senators Oppose Draft Plan
An Associated Press poll finds 45 of 63 senators yet unwilling to back the draft provision of Truman's emergency labor bill. Support is limited to 18, as debate continues and House action looms amid labor opposition and potential compromises.
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U S Extends Credit to France Amid Aid Pack and Tariff Talk
U S extends a multi hundred million dollar credit to France as part of an aid package to back France’s postwar rehabilitation. The accord includes shipping tonnage, tariff reductions, and joint efforts to expand world trade, with terms like a 3 percent loan and a 25 year repayment plan subject to annual reviews. France will pledge real estate and repay war claims, while both nations seek to settle disputes and aid reconstruction.
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Whitney to Spill on Double Cross Amid Labor Rift
Whitney head of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen says he will reveal charges against President Truman regarding the recent rail strike. Johnston, a union leader, accuses Truman of failing to deliver promised concessions and criticizes Whitney for seeking to merge unions with the AFL and for using union funds to influence elections.
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Byrnes Says U S To Work For Limitation Of Arms
Secretary of state Byrnes tells the Foreign Affairs Committee the United States will pursue a program of military cooperation to limit arms among American republics. He stressed avoiding an arms race and outlined a May proposal to transfer arms and assist allied forces while awaiting details. Tensions with the Soviet Union were noted as Russia reacts to Paris conference fallout.
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Street scenes and stray injuries on Mappe Street
Pedestrians crowd Mappe Street moving past a cluttered lane between a barter shop and a garbage track. Two young men returning from church services suffer minor scratches and torn trousers during a mêlée near a storefront.
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Government Opens Area A For Purchase And Lease
The War Assets Administration announced Area A of the Holston Ordinance Works is for sale or lease. About 135 acres of land and buildings totaling 520000 square feet are offered for manufacturing of acetic anhydride and related products. The brochure from the regional office in Knoxville explains term options and that bids may cover the property in whole or part.
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New War Vet Stamp Goes On Sale In Kingsport
The new Mice cent stamp honors war veterans and discharged emblems with the motto Wanoring Those Who Have Served. Howard Long, Kingsport postmaster, announced the sale at the East Office and noted the stamp commemorates the 60th anniversary of Tennessee statehood with an expected release around June 2.
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Senate Panel Deliberates OPA Bills On Prices and Profits
Senate Banking Committee weighs extending the price control law and shaping a profit formula for OPA. House advocates push for a one year extension and broader cuts to meat and dairy subsidies, while Republicans press to limit OPA control over costs and margins.
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No Action On Siam Case At UN Security Council
United Nations secretary renewal reports that Siamese accusations against France for seizing Siamese territory have not yet been placed before the Security Council. British officials voiced support for Siam to seek council action while delegates study safer procedures amid complex wartime alliance history.
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No. 2 Red Claims Chiang Directs Army Campaign
The No. 2 Red China asserts General Chiang Kai-shek directs military drives from Nanking and Manchuria. The claim follows reports of government forces seizing a major city and signals peace talks proceed without Chiang. The statement raises tensions as Communist negotiators push for talks with government leaders.
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Miners to Get Wage Increase and Vacation Pay Says District Six
United Mine Workers District Six announces a 1.55 a day raise for miners plus a five cent per ton health fund increment and 100 vacation pay as UMW policy committee meetings in Washington proceed. The district covers Ohio and the West Virginia Panhandle with no immediate comment from Lewis.
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Strike Won't Halt Merchant Shipping
Senator Radcliffe and Acting Chairman Overton discussed merchant marine issues with President Truman and the Maritime Commission. no halt to national shipping while wage demands by seven unions are pressed. CIO NMU and six other unions seek 38 percent wage rise, 8 hour day, overtime and retroactive pay for about 200,000 mariners on 4,10 ships.
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Sullivan County Per Capita Bank Deposits Ranks Eighth
Sullivan County reports 390.76 per capita bank deposits, eighth in Tennessee, behind Shelby 784.96 and ahead of Van Buren 87.90. The state superintendent of banks H B Clarke releases a statistical book listing county totals, statewide deposits 1 290 880 895 and total deposits including partnerships 1 956 782 858 as of December 31 1914.
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Susquehanna Flood Rages Across Pennsylvania and New York
Floodwaters from the Susquehanna surged through northwestern Pennsylvania and southern New York after four days of heavy rain. Ten people drowned and four were missing as widespread damage exceeded 33 million dollars, thousands were left homeless, and many towns faced evacuation amid rising waters and collapsing infrastructure.
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Partial strike shows limited progress as sessions continue
Amid ongoing tension a nine day walkout yields limited results. government efforts to stabilize industry intensify. Secretary A Keng and officials lead morning sessions while unclear announcements linger. no decisive resolution by press time.
Senate Briefing on Coal Strike Settling Terms
Washington AP reports Sen Leas said a coal strike settlement would come by 4 p.m. The White House press secretary noted progress after a late consultation with President Truman. Krug and Lewis pushed tentative provisions including a 45 hour five day week, wage increase to 1.432 dollars, and overtime pay. Health funds, payroll deductions, union administration, elections for supervisory workers, safety standards, and housing surveys are part of the talks. Banks in Kingsport observe Memorial Day holiday. city offices stay open.
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