First Activity in 102 Years in Iceland's Volcano
Reykjavik reports Mount Hekla erupted today for the first time in 102 years with no immediate casualties. The 4,900 foot volcano lies about 60 miles east of the city and has erupted 22 times since 1103, last in 1845. Meanwhile Warsaw officials say Ukrainian nationalists suspected in attacks along the Polish frontier.
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Warsaw
Karl Swerczeyski
Ben
Poland
UPA
CPA
Toussia
Reykjavik
Iceland
Mar
Hekla
Hekia
University of Kansas Distributes College Aptitude Tests
The Guidance Bureau reports 6 015 tests distributed to 255 Kansas high schools this year. About 60 percent of Kansas seniors tested. last year 6 563 tests. Testing includes two parts: an aptitude measure and a reading test. Results, reported to principals, aid college or vocational guidance.
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University of Kansas
Kansas
American Council
Guidance Bureau
Ing
Colli
Senorm
Camping Date Is Set For Pelathe Scouts Camp
The week of June 11 to 18 is set for Pelathe district Pay Scouts to attend Camp Theodore Naish near Bonner Springs. Scouts are urged to register soon to avoid spring confusion. Registration blanks available from local scout Thastera. A new savings plan aims to help scouts cover camp fees. Attractions include a new outdoor swimming pool for beginners and advanced training. Activities list crafts nature study swimming marksmanship and camping. The camp runs one week per district in Kaw council with attendees from neighboring counties. bring sufficient equipment and clothing.
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Pelatha
Theodore Naish
Bonner Springs
TNO
Haw Counail
Pelathe
Thastera
Scout Council
Sudoming Lpsaona
Aconta
Ou Ging County
Tonganoaie
Econta
Award Contracts On Highway Work In Kansas Counties
Kansas highway commission awards contracts totaling 1 599 558 for 639 miles of road work in 37 counties. Major project adds 16 miles of grading along US 81 continuation through Ottawa and Cloud counties, with US 81 realigned from Concordia to Minneapolis. Miller Clarkson Inc wins 278 494 contract. Perry H Lambert 6 534 for seeding. Secondary road work let to county forces for 19 miles at 2101 53 total. Events occur after bids at Great Bend and Minneapolis with numerous counties listed for primary and secondary awards. The Messiah concert set at Hethany College Treaser hall features Handel's Me Messiah. David Wallin directs. soloists Florence Vickland, Gertrude Hergeren, John Grant, and Ralph Nicholls perform.
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Topeka
Mar
State Highway Commission
Ottawa
Clouds
Concordia
Minneapolis
Cloud County
Ding
Miller-Clarkson, Inc
Dodge City
Perry H. Lambert
Hiawatha
Anderson
Brown
Mitchell
Great Bend
Cloud
Jewell
Dickinson
Chase
Morris
Geary
Pratt
Sedgwick
Cowey
Butler
Comanche
Edwards
Jackson
Leavenworth
Lyon
Nemaha
Shawnee
Johnson
Atchison
Marshall
Osage
Vanse
Harvey
Pawnee
Iowa
Stafford
Ellaworth
Clay
Doniphan
Jefferson
Orage
Wabsaunsee
Morrie
Harper and Barton
Lindaborg
Kan
Tha Hethany Co
Aoelety
Treaser
David Wallin
Ehorua
Florence Vickland
Gertrude Hergeren
John Grant
New York
Ralph Nicholls
Chicago
Japanese General Executed by Firing Squad in Canton
Central News Agency reported that Lt. Gen. Kuichi Tanaka, commander of Japan's South China army and occupation governor of Hongkong, was executed by a Chinese firing squad in Canton on Thursday. Tanaka was convicted of war crimes by an American military commission and by a Chinese tribunal.
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Shanghai
Central News Agency
Canton
Kuichi Tanaka
Japan
South China Army
Hongkong
New Wave of Stabbings in Calcutta Raises Toll
In Calcutta a fresh wave of stabbings today raises casualties to 20 dead and 169 injured since Hindu Moslem clashes began three days ago. Authorities say most deaths stem from stray assaults amid ongoing sectarian violence.
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Calcutta
Proposals Considered to Curb Reds in U. S.
Washington March 29 A member of the house committee on pan American affairs said the panel may vote against outlawing the Communist Party but will push drastic curbs on anti American maneuvering. The seven man group may support tight legislation short of declaring the party illegal. Chairman Thomas said hearings must run their course before deciding on outlawing the Communist Party. The committee released a report claiming historical proof of Moscow directives influencing the U.S. Communist movement and suggested measures including fingerprinting aliens, stricter passport and visa rules, and publishing Communist membership lists.
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Washington
Thomas
R-N.j
Communist Party
Igh
Moscow
United States
Cacchione Statement Opens Debate on FBI Independence
The hearing on bills to outlaw the Communist party closed with a communist protest accusing the committee of character assassination. Peter Cacchione, a New York City council member, had sought to testify but was canceled. his remarks were read by Norman Schrank, secretary of the Brooklyn Communist party.
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FBI
Justice Department
Communist Party
Peter
Cacchione
New York City
Norman Schrank
Brooklyn Counist Party
State To Purchase Great Bend Army Air Field Hospital
The Kansas House approved a measure authorizing purchase of the Great Bend Army Air Field hospital area for 10 177 dollars with five year hospital use. Thirty to forty senile women patients are expected to be housed at the annex to Larned State Hospital.
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Great Bend Army Air Field
Topeka
Kansas House of Representatives
Senate
Messare
Great Bend Army Air Field Hospital
State Board of Social Welfare
T. R. Cauthers
Clark County
House
Ways and Means
Larned State Hospital
Itar
Farm motor fuel share and horsepower definitions
The text states farm motor fuel use accounts for 20 to 25 percent of total U S consumption and that about zero percent of passenger cars are on farms. It explains indicated horsepower as total power produced and brake horsepower as power available for useful work, with rated horsepower limited for safe operation.
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U. S
United States
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