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Draft dodging controversy tops House Armed Services hearing
Secretary Wilson faced sharp questions in Congress over wartime policies and the National Guard. President Eisenhower defended Guard roles amid debate on a six month active training requirement for new recruits. Maj. Gen. Walsh praised Eisenhower while warning against slacking in Guard training. The Lawton Constitution reports on the hearing and related Defense Department orders effective April 1.
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