Towering London News: Flying Enterprise Sinks in Atlantic
The Flying Enterprise sank after a two week battle with the sea. Capt. Kurt Carlsen and First Mate Kenneth Dancy were rescued by the tug Turmoil and will spend the night aboard the U S Navy destroyer Willard Keith before heading to Falmouth. The ship carried 40 crew and 10 passengers and went down after a last-ditch rescue effort by nearby vessels.
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Seas Claim Enterprise Pinch on Civilian Goods
New York says civilians will face sharper limits as the government reallocates metals to the military. Production chiefs will struggle to keep factories running and workers employed while sales executives may gain by moving inventories. Builders face a shock with fewer homes started after April and contractors may face metal shortages for essentials like brass copper and aluminum. If a new plant or expansion isn’t started by April 1, proving essential to obtain metals will be tough.
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City taxes explained by Kansas city manager at El-Bridge meeting
At a meeting in El- Gridge Jim kahan y manager argued that tax levels are complex and comparisons across cities are difficult due to varying rates and budgets. He cited Lawrence where per capita city tax load is 30 dollars and a family of four pays about 23 cents daily for city services, noting bonds and interest as 3 cents.
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Admiral Spruance Nominated Ambassador to the Philippines
President Nixon nominates retired Admiral Raymond A. Spruance of California as ambassador to the Philippines. Spruance succeeds Myron Cowen who resigns to become a special assistant to Secretary Acheson for Pacific security affairs.
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New York Shipping Chief Praises Carlsen and Hints Next Vessel
Isbrandtsen Line president lauds Captain Kurt Carlsen for the Flying Enterprise rescue and foreshadows command of another Isbrandtsen ship, possibly the renamed Flying Enterprise. Mrs Carl sen, overwhelmed, expresses relief in Wood bridge. Truman urges Senate ratification of key postwar treaties including Japan peace accord and regional security pacts.
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Japan Says Police Reserve More Trained Than Prewar Army
Tokyo reports Minister of State Takein Ohashi praising Japan's National Police Reserve as better trained and disciplined than the prewar Imperial Army. He hopes the 75,000 man force with field weapons would never be required to fight overseas. This reflects cautious national guard sentiment.
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Passion Play Christ Role Reappears Fresh For Meier
Meier 46, German immigrant, says Jesus role in the Passion Play never ages for him after 150 plus performances across the U S and Canada since 1932. The act, staged in Hoch Auditorium Lawrence opens today with four shows, emphasizing reverence and lighting effects over physical ascent.
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Truman Comments on Eisenhower Path to 1952 Presidency
President Truman said General Eisenhower wants to run but would be target of mud. He prefers Eisenhower stay as top commander in Europe but would resign if nominated. Truman endorses Taft as GOP choice, hints he would run again only before the July Republican convention, and plans to campaign for the Democratic nominee.
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Young Republicans Endorse Eisenhower For President
Sedgwick County Young Republicans in Wichita endorsed General Dwight D. Eisenhower for the Republican nomination on a unanimous vote at a Wednesday night meeting. Arvin, who moved the endorsement, had led efforts to block Eisenhower at the state convention in McPherson last month, explaining the group questioned his Republican status and willingness to accept the nomination at that time.
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Ovenings and Sundays gales Food Center
Food center at 2nd and Lincoln reports ovens and Sundays affected by gales. Local brief notes disruptions to service and hours. No further detail available in readable text.
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Economy and tax drop theme in Truman era push
In an election year, Congress pushes for economy and no more taxes aligning with Truman's State of the Union. Lawmakers show intent to speed up military buildup while Republicans and Southern Democrats seek to reduce foreign aid and curb domestic Social Security plans. Churchill attends as Truman urges action to bolster free nations with economic and military aid.
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Communists accused of forced repatriation in Korea talks
Munsan Korea January 10 negotiators charged the Communists with plans to strengthen their forces through forced repatriation of prisoners of war. Rear Adm. Libby taunted the Reds as fearing freedom of choice and denounced their position as opposing individual liberty. Armistice talks deadlocked on truce supervision and prisoner exchange as subcommittees met. Meanwhile a U N raiding party near Yonchon faced heavy fire and pulled back after 2 12 hours, with snow and fog grounding most Allied air operations.
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Clear Skies Return Across Kansas With Warming Trend
Topeka reports clear skies as a warmup begins across Kansas. Forecaster Tom Arnold says the trend continues through tomorrow with lows tonight in the 30s and highs tomorrow in the 40s northeast to 50s southwest. No severe cold expected though some precipitation may move in by week end. Last night’s lows ranged from 9 above at Hill City to 92 at Wichita. highs yesterday from 36 at Olathe to 43 at Daline City. No precipitation in the 24 hours ending 6 a.m. today.
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General De Lattre de Tassigny Reported Dying
In Paris on January 10 General Jean de Lattre de Tassigny, France’s high commissioner and Indochina military head, was reported in a dying condition at a Paris clinic. The 61 year old veteran, nicknamed The French MacArthur, recently had prostate tumor surgery. Unconfirmed reports say a Catholic priest gave last rites after noon.
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One Track Cleared After Derailment Near Zarah Kan
One of two lines blocked by yesterday derailment of 27 cars north of Zarah was cleared today by Santa Fe crews. Passenger and freight traffic will use the cleared track until the other line reopens in the next day or two, officials said. Zarah lies in Johnson County. Julius Driscoll Hair Stylist. Ph. 603. $43 Mass-Adv.
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Level-Off Noted In Liquor Cases In Kansas County Court
Judge Frank R. Gray presiding reports 1951 liquor violations rise to 169 from 166 in 1950 in Douglas County. Breakdown shows driving while intoxicated and transporting open liquor common, with many offenders from out of state or transient. 1951 totals reflect two full years since repeal of prohibition and legal retail sales in July 1949.
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Charges Dropped In Kansas City Case Rousey Policing Row
Kansas City Kansas January 10 Charges of assault with intent to kill were dismissed today against women arrested after tape recordings surfaced in the office of Earl Thomas a former police judge who resigned amid disclosures by Attorney General Harold Fatzer. Lee Bunner and private detective George Robinson were linked to the case with police claiming shots were fired but ballistics showed none. County Attorney Harold Harding requested dismissal noting no shots were fired. Eulogies were given in the Senate for Arthur Capper the late senator and Topeka publisher who died December 19.
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GOP Senators Move Against Jessup
Thirty eight Republican senators launched a drive to induce President Truman to dismiss Philip Jessup from his post as U S ambassador at large. The resolution urged the Senate to express that Jessup lacks the confidence of the American people while he serves as U S delegate to the United Nations in Paris.
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Aszman to resign after 22 years as pastor
The Rev. Theodore H. Aszman announced his intention to resign as pastor of First Presbyterian Church effective July 1 and retire from active ministry. A congregational meeting in April will decide on separation, with further action by the Topeka Highland Presbytery on April 15. He and his wife plan to move to Miami near their daughter after retirement. He has served since 1929, guiding student work, directing Presbyterian programs, and holding multiple church and community leadership roles in Topeka and Lawrence.
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Girl to Keep First Soldier Husband Not Killed in War
Atlanta January 10 A 22 year old bride Agnes Dixon sought to annul her 1950 marriage to William Sasser after believing she was a widow of Walter Dixon long believed dead in Korea. A court petition claimed Walter Dixon, listed as missing in action, was alive and a prisoner, prompting her to wed Sasser. Judge E Andrews set a hearing for January 28 with Dixon’s former wife agreeing to the judgment. Dixon’s next of kin and Army records were reviewed showing Dixon had not notified service of his marriage. The service insurance payout was reportedly directed to Mrs Storey.
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Blood donations set pace at KU Red Cross drive
The Red Cross Bloodmobile at the University of Kansas closed volunteer registration after two and a half days with 513 pints collected toward a 600 pint goal. Officials hope to reach 750 pints across the four days, aided by ROTC cadets and Lawrence residents, with Navy ROTC leading the effort and Army ROTC providing music to ease tension.
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Baltimore Transit Strike Brings City Traffic to Halt
On January 10, 3200 Baltimore Transit Co workers walked out under AFL Drivers Union action halting buses streetcars and trackless cars. Pickets in rain began at 4 a m. as officials anticipated mass private car use amid a 375000 daily passenger flow. A separate report notes search teams probing a missing eight aboard Air Force plane near Arcata California after a December 26 disappearance.
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