Eisenhower outlines world peace stand at Abilene news conference
General Dwight D. Eisenhower, campaigning for the Republican nomination, pressed real peace and security as the top global issue. He urged conquering the umbrella of fear, criticized the Truman administration, and outlined views on FEPC, price supports, socialized medicine, the St Lawrence Seaway, labor laws, and possible cabinet composition.
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Steel talks open Washington with three man bargaining teams
Top steel industry officials and CIO steelworkers union began a bargaining conference under White House pressure to settle the nationwide strike quickly. The three man teams met for about ninety minutes before lunch as John R Steelman indicated readiness to assist if needed. President Truman avoided pledging new congressional action and would not comment on the Supreme Court ruling invalidating his seizure order.
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Topeka Bank Robbery Confessor Returns to Work
Albert Johnson, freed of an $8 bank robbery charge after confessing to finding God, resumes work as a $67-a-week sheet metal worker in Santa Fe railway shops in Topeka. He plans to study for the ministry and pursue further schooling via correspondence courses.
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Two Trainmen Injured In Mound Valley Crash
Two Frisco freight trains collided west of Mound Valley on a rainy night injuring two trainmen. Westbound No 331 rammed eastbound No 334 which had halted. both diesels derailed. Bass Monett of Missouri suffered head lacerations and was hospitalized. A Eppley of Missouri bruised but continued work. The wreck prompted a morning track clearance.
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Brooklyn Extends Win Streak With 2-0 Victory Over Pittsburgh
Brooklyn logged its eighth straight win as Carl Furillo delivered a seventh inning RBI single to score Ray Campanella, with Jackie Robinson scoring on Gil Hodges’ double in the ninth. Boston fell from AL top spot after Earle Wynn shut out Cleveland 5-0. Johnny Sain starred for the Yankees in a 6-4 win over the White Sox.
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Ray Campanella
Jackie Robinson
Gil Hodges
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Johnny Sain
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Wet Weather Pummels Kansas With Heavy Rainfalls
A Wednesday afternoon storm crossed Kansas bringing heavy rain and light hail in scattered areas. Winfield recorded 4.69 inches, with other reports from Anthony, Berington, and more. Winds caused lodging breaks in some wheat fields as hail remained mostly light despite the downpour.
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Kansas
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Berington
Weather Bureau
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Russia Demands Payment for Berlin Telephone Lines
Berlin in the Soviet zone pressed the United States to pay 14 million dollars in back payments over seven years for Berlin telephone lines. The demand, stated in a letter from the Soviet Control Commission to the U S High Commissioner, signals renewed Communist leverage amid frontier violence and broader east west tensions around Berlin.
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Potato Price Controls Ended by Government
Washington indicates a price control revocation on white potatoes after Senate action to discontinue controls on fresh fruits and vegetables. Price Stabilizer Ellis Arnald stated OPS bows to Senate expression though the House has not acted.
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Car Fire Destroys 1937 Dodge Near Teepee Junction
A 1937 Dodge owned and driven by C. C. Dowe burned near Teepee Junction on Highway 24 40 today after a wheel came off and the rear struck the road, igniting the gasoline tank. The Lawrence fire department responded. the car was total loss with no injuries to Dowe or a passenger headed west to Manhattan.
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House votes overwhelming for new GI bill of rights
The House approved a new GI bill of rights for veterans discharged since Korea began, 361 to 1. Rep. Devereux criticized two provisions as discriminatory, arguing education benefits and tuition payments for some veterans are unfair, and noted the measure was not open to amendments. The bill moves to the Senate.
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Remedial steps urged after Garden City grain scandal
Harold R. Fatzer Kansas attorney general outlined actions to prevent grain loan fraud at a three day Bank Management Clinic in Lawrence. A Garden City case involved Wayne Marteney falsely claiming ownership of $600,000 in grain to obtain loans. The group urged tighter regulations, higher bond, uniform records, more inspectors, higher inspector salaries, and harsher penalties for bogus warehouse receipts. A Republican caucus will be held in Clinton Township Hall on June 15 at 8 p.m.
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Kansas
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Kansas Land
Kansas City
John Ise
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Garden Grain and Seed Co
Edward F. Arn
Kansas Bankers Association
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Paul H. Woods
First National Bank
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IKE ABLE TO QUIP AFTER TALK
General Eisenhower fielded questions at his first civilan presidential bid news conference. He joked he would not want to do that daily as he walked from the Plaza theater to his hotel. He wore green glasses to ease a pink eye infection and planned to seek Kansas delegates and supporters.
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Gen. Eisenhower
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Lou Richter
Kansas Bureau of Investigation
Kansas
Truman signals plan to attend Chicago convention after nominee chose
President Truman said he will attend the Democratic national convention after a nominee is selected and will not be that nominee. He rejected claims of a devious plot for his own nomination and said his presence could cause a disturbance. He also avoided commenting on Eisenhower Taft air power disputes and steel seizure legality.
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STOCK MARKET NEWS AND WEATHER REPORT SUMMARY
NY board market index shows mixed activity as the PC moving average edge slips. The report notes a 104.9 reading with gains noted alongside a casual weather aside and a drive-in trend for tonight.
Taft Edges Eisenhower in South Dakota Delegates Race
In a tight South Dakota primary Taft held a slim lead over Eisenhower for 14 delegates bound for the Republican convention. With 10 precincts unreported, Taft led by about 590 votes as unofficial tallies showed Taft 50.23 percent to Eisenhower 49.77. Official canvass will decide, and Mickelson declined to concede or promise a recount. The outcome hinges on rural precincts that could total under 500 votes, with several uncounted districts leaning to Eisenhower or Taft.
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British Minesweeper Sunk by Dutch Plane in NATO Drill
A Dutch thunderjet crashed into the British minesweeper ML2582 off Den Helder Netherlands during NATO exercises. Fifteen seamen died and heavy casualties were reported. The pilot was killed and two survivors were rescued. The vessel carried a crew of 16 and sank in flames near Texel.
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House passes foreign aid bill amid Senate talks
Washington The House approved a final measure authorizing more than 6.4 billion dollars for foreign military and economic aid for the next year by a 230 to 115 vote. The bill, drafted in a joint Senate House conference, contains 4.598 billion for military aid and 1.805 billion for economic assistance, total below Truman’s request.
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May Lose Votes In Sunflower Housing Area Vote Access
Johnson County officials fear east Sunflower housing residents may be barred from voting this year due to voting eligibility questions tied to the War Department created housing district. Lawyer Howard Hammond attempted registration in Olathe while a county attorney warned the issue awaits final judicial ruling. Federal status of the area and tax payments to Johnson County add further anxiety over potential disenfranchisement and delayed revenue.
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Sunflower Ordnance Works
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Howard Hammond
University of Kansas Law School
Hammond
Leslie Pepper
John Anderson
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Pepper
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Federal Budget Bureau
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Public Housing Administration
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Greek statue visit stuns Douglas County officials
A nude stone statue resembling a Greek figure, dubbed Nick by Sheriff Glass, was left on county attorney Milton P. Allen’s porch overnight. The figure, about five feet tall and over 200 pounds, stood immobile as officials sought its origin, unsure if it came from Kansas University or elsewhere. The improvised sculpture, photographed by TV crews, sparked embarrassment and humor as deputies attempted to cover its nudity with a hat.
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Bundle of Joy
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Music and Art Camps at KU Enroll 325 Students
Midwestern Music and Art camps at Kansas University expect 325 students from 20 states for the season June 15 to July 26. Officials released guest conductor schedules for public concerts at Hoch Auditorium and the outdoor theater Sundays through July 27. Camp directors include Prof. director of band and orchestra, and Miss Marjorie Whitney, art camp director, with housing in dormitories and meals at Corbin Hall.
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Postal Workers to Get Pay Given Senate Passage
Washington reports the Senate passed a supplemental money bill to pay half a million postal and federal workers who hadn’t been paid for last month. The compromise bill totaling 971,242,641 dollars was approved by the House earlier, resolving a legislative snarl.
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