Paris conference tests Russia and marshal plan impact
The Paris talks struggle to begin with no agenda while Moscow’s failure haunts the process. Molotov arrives with a large delegation as Britain and France push a European recovery plan tied to American aid and democracy. The United States asserts leverage, insisting on a solid plan, Germany's productive reorganization, and avoiding a repeat of wartime self impairment.
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Versailles
Marshall
French Communist Party
American Communist Party
Germany
Stalin & Co
Britain
France
Benelux
Belgium
Netherlands
Luxembourg
Washington
Vandenberg
North Africa
Embarrassing Military Deal Highlights Wasteful Purchase
A Texas firm bought 5313 surplus airplanes for 2 million dollars last August and resold parts to the army air force in December for 3.5 million dollars. The firm earned a 75 percent markup, while critics question peacetime planning and wasteful spending in military procurement.
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Texas
Army Air Force
AAF
What Others Think About Fair Auto Prices
Milwaukee Journal argues the gray market for 1946 and 1947 cars has worsened. Amateur profiteers rival professionals, undermining fair pricing. A manufacturer using display ads to publish authorized delivered prices offers hope that clear pricing will expose scammers and push both amateurs and highbinders out.
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Milwaukee Journal
Oae
King George Waits His Turn For Palace Repairs
London reports the king was kept at the end of the line when the royal comptroller sought cement for Buckingham Palace repairs. While heating system upgrades move slowly from solid fuel to oil, the minister of works denied priority. The story notes the king’s patience mirrors ordinary citizens and hints at public relations value. Leading up to June, engagement rumors emerge in young men’s chatter.
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Atlanta Journal
London
George
Buckingham Palace
Great Britain
Ireland
George Windsor
Third Party Threat To Democrats If It Got On Ballot In Enough States
George Gallup reports that a Wallace third party could draw about 13 percent nationwide if it appears on ballots in key areas. The poll notes 19 percent of 1944 voters might back it, with strongest appeal to union members and younger voters, and a softer stance on Russia and labor policy.
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N. J
Wallace
Institute
H Wallace
New York
American Labor Party
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Robert
Philip la Follette
Wisconsin
Welt
Sll
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Democratic Party
Labor
Henry A. Wallace
Gallup
Britain
George III
Should Uncle Sam Rescue Nation's Schools
NEA report argues federal aid is needed as Mississippi spends 400 a year per classroom while California spends far more but still faces shortages. It cites low teacher pay and severe underfunding in Mississippi versus California's higher pay and crowded facilities, urging Congress to provide federal support to poorer states.
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Senate
Mississippi
California
New York
Jackson
Sowing Done By Air May Reap Wheat
London and Northamptonshire farmer T. W. Tomkins plans to sow 6000 acres of wheat from a twin engined plane at 75 mph and 50 feet. He will continue tests to help heal frost damaged winter wheat across neighboring fields in England.
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London
T. W. Tomkins
Apethorpe
Northamptonshire
Tomkins
Housewives Battle Sparrow Invasion in San Diego
Homeowners in a San Diego district used long poles to drive sparrows from nesting sites near a reservoir dam. The sparrow swarm remained a multi day clash as residents, including Mrs. E C Booker, voiced frustration over the ongoing disturbance.
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San Diego
Calif
E. C. Booker
College Heads Wed in Hingham Marriage of Presidents
Brown University President Henry M. Winston and Oberlin College Dean Marguerite Woodworth wed in Hingham Mass. The bride, former dean of women, and the groom, president of Lawrence College Appleton, were married by the groom’s father Rev Henry L. Winston.
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Hingham
Mass
Henry M. Winston
Brown University
Marguerite Woodworth
Oberlin College
Lawrence College
Appleton
Henry L. Winston
Hingham and
Sarasota, Fla
The Fourth Of July As Seen By Frank Tripp
A nostalgic column laments the loss of exuberant Fourth of July celebration due to firework bans. The author recalls childhood joy and noisy displays, arguing reforms deprive youth of patriotic spark and traditional revelry while questioning modern apathy.
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Frank Tripp
Santa Claus
Swiss to Buy 75 Vampire Planes for Military
The Swiss National Council appropriations committee approved funding for 75 Vampire airplanes for the military department. The proposal from the federal council sets aside 64,450,000 Swiss francs about 15 million dollars.
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Bern
National Council
Federal Council
Wisconsin Senate Likely To Reject School Aid Bill
In Madison the assembly passed a 40 percent surtax to fund 13.5 million dollars in local school aid, but the senate is expected to reject the measure. Leaders fear the tax will fail in the upper house amid pressure from business groups and ongoing political tensions between the two chambers.
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Oakfield
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Republican
Rennebohm
University of Wisconsin
Switzerland Receives Argentine Frozen Meat via Rhine
Basel reports the first shipment of Argentine frozen meat to arrive via the Rhine from Rotterdam. The 110 ton cargo was stored in specially constructed refrigerator compartments aboard a Swiss motorship.
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Basel
Switzerland
Rhine
Rotterdam
U S Army Welcomes New Enlistee After Karva Swap
In Champaign Illinois the Karva family marks a transition as Sgt Anton Karva retires after 30 years of continuous service and his son John Karva enlists in the U S Army, continuing a family tradition.
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Champaign, Ill
U. S. Army
Karva
Anton Karva
John
Shawnee Theater Owners Plan Sunday Openings in 1927
In 1927 Shawnee theater owners announced Sunday showings with a pledge that all pictures would be high class attractions. The Shawnee News-Star notes the move as part of its Twenty Years column in a historical glance.
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Shawnee
Okla
Shawnee News-Star
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