Pilot famed to get the signals in Yugoslavia escape tale
An American crew member recounts a dramatic Yugoslav air interception near Ljubljana. Fighters strafed, a Turk was wounded, the craft crash landed 18 miles northwest of Ljubljana, all aboard survived. Yugoslav officers later treated them well, a liaison captain aided them, and UNRRA transported the group toward Allied lines. Crombie, from the 51st Troop Carrier Squadron, described the escape and reception at division headquarters in Gorizia.
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New theft charged in Kronberg castle jewel case
In Frankfurt a new theft of priceless Kronberg castle heirlooms was charged as the United States army opened its case against 43 year old WAC Captain Kathleen B Nash Durant. Prosecutors alleged Durant ordered a German employee to empty the safe and seize its contents in a case connected to the Hesse crown jewels.
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Ihesaafe
Turkish Officer Held After Yugoslav Flight Incident
Paris reports a Yugoslav spokesman said a Turkish officer on the U S transport shot down Aug 9 is being held as his flight over Yugoslavia was not accidental. The note aligns with Tito's rejection of the US ultimatum. Sava Konsanovic confirmed the other passengers and aircrew were released except the Turkish officer.
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U S Officials Silent On Yugoslav Release Status
Washington reports Deputy Secretary Dean Acheson declined at a news conference to say if the 48 hour ultimatum to Yugoslavia was satisfied by the release of American airmen. Miss Gussie Gaskill arrives for a visit with her parents after years on the Cornell faculty in Ithaca New York.
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Yugoslavia
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Ithaca
New York
Cornell University
Tito rejects U S ultimatum amid flying over Yugoslavia
Tito, in a speech to state workers, denounced U S pressure and called the overflights by Flying Fortresses a pure demonstration of his thesis. Patterson's party noted Tito would not immediately answer the ultimatum and asked for further study. Embassy officials said the talk left the door open for more talks. Tito praised pilot Captain William Crombie who downed the August 9 aircraft.
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Two Correspondents Wed Paris Honeymoon Plans In France
Daniel de Luce AP correspondent and Ann Springer former United Press war correspondent wed in Paris. They depart today for a honeymoon in southern France after their ceremony. De Luce, 35, Pulitzer winner for 1944 reporting. Springer, 27, born in Eastland Texas. her first husband, also a war correspondent, was killed early in the Normandy campaign.
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Associated Press
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Kansas high school coaching school closes at Wichita U
A five day Kansas high school coaching school ended in Wichita with rules talks and a football class led by coaches Dick Godlove Hobbs Adams Fran Welch and Ralph Graham from Washburn Kansas State Emporia and Wichita Universities.
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Marriage Licenses Issued by Douglas County Probate
Yesterday in the Douglas County probate judge office, licenses were issued to Verail M. Nicholas 25 and Margaret A. Kersey 30 of Kansas City Missouri. Also married were Eugene Jack 21 of Leavenworth and Lola May Cuberly 19 of Kansas City Missouri plus Carl A. Ekstrom 27 and Marilie E. Hoff 21, both of Minneapolis Minnesota.
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Interim government aims for India independence tomorrow
New Delhi reports that an interim government to place India on the road to independence after 250 years of British rule is expected to be announced tomorrow. Viceroy Lord Wavell will broadcast at 8 30 p m central standard time. A gale is described as a wind stronger than a breeze but not a storm.
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Hilltop Riding Club Horse Show At Haskell Stadium
Preparations continue for the third annual Hilltop Riding Club horse show at Haskell Stadium this Sunday afternoon and evening. The oval show ring will be 200 by 100 feet, supervised by Fred Tad, a veteran Lawrence stockman. Two distinct classes will be offered with no admission charge. Local business and professional leaders fund prize money and expenses. About 100 entries have been received, with out of town riders suggesting at least 30 more.
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Haskell Stadium
Fred Tad
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Moore
Two Polio Patients Return Home From Kansas City Hospital
Richard Davenport, 17, son of Mr and Mrs Harley Davenport of Lyons street, was discharged after a week at the University of Kansas hospital in Kansas City where polio treatment began in his throat and spread to his body. He will require bed rest as doctors evaluate his response. His cousin, 3-year-old Richard Comstock, remains resting at the University hospital after a Tuesday illness diagnosed as polio. he is the son of Mrs W A Davenport of Elm street.
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Quick Prank Locks Chet's Cafe Front Door Halfday
Lawrence report describes a noon rush at Chet's Cafe on Massachusetts where a woman believed prankster latches the front door to trap customers near the entrance. Several patrons tried the door before the boss learned the act, leaving booths in use and rear seating available.
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X-Ray Unit for Baker University Chest Examinations
A mobile X-ray unit from the Kansas State Board of Health will be used to conduct chest examinations of Baker University students at Baldwin. Examinations will be performed with assistance from Douglas County health workers, and a schedule will be arranged when the school opens per Dr. J A Mott, director of the Douglas County Health Department.
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Douglas County Health
Market News From New York And Kansas City
Stock market mixed with selective gains while bonds steadied. Cattle and hog prices edged higher in Kansas City livestock reports, and grain and potato markets showed modest movements amid varied receipts and demand across multiple regions.
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Interim National Government Possible For India
May Name Interim Government New Delhi August 23 indications tonight that an interim National government for India might be announced in the next day or two. Baldwin Water Plant Change C C Davidson of Ashton Idaho has been employed to succeed John Davidson as superintendent of the ee Municipal Light and Wa-
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Davis to Occupy Pulpit at First Methodist Church Sunday
Professor 8 M. Davis will occupy the pulpit at the First Methodist Church Sunday morning in a brief devotional service. Reverend Robert McNair Davis is listed as the visiting speaker for the occasion.
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Robert NcNair Davis
First Methodist Church
Absence and Vacation Talk Highlighted in Sermon
The notice mentions Dr. Davis delivering a sermon with the subject focusing on the parables of figs and grapes, reflecting a contemplative theme during a period of absence and vacation for a local pastor named Astor.
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