Newsman Tried For Contempt Of Congress
New York Times deskman Seymour Peck goes on trial in Washington for contempt of Congress over his refusal to reveal names of former Communist associates to the Internal Security subcommittee. Judge Luther W. Youngdahl ordered a jury trial, rejecting a bid for acquittal and noting the First Amendment does not shield congressional inquiries into media.
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Southern Democrats Push Deep Cuts in Labor Welfare Budget
Washington reports Southern Democrats in the House moved to deepen cuts in a 2.9 billion labor and welfare appropriation bill, aiming to trim beyond the 138 million already shaved by the Appropriations Committee. Rep William Colmer forecasts broad support for tighter economies as details remain undisclosed. The proposal targets funds for the Labor and Health Education and Welfare departments for the year beginning July 17, part of President Eisenhower's 1.8 billion budget.
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Rhee Signals Successor On 82nd Birthday
Seoul President Syngman Rhee marked his 82nd birthday with a cryptic act seen as naming his successor. A spokesman said Rhee and his wife adopted Lee Ki Poong's 20 year old son, prompting observers to link Lee to a future leadership role while Rhee denied plans to step down.
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Mayor Knoth Fined for Fixing Friend's Traffic Ticket
West Palm Beach Florida mayor Rex Knoth received a 20 day jail term and a $300 fine after pleading guilty to using his office to fix a friend's traffic ticket. Judge E G Newell noted reluctance but called it a punishable case and Knoth had resigned the previous month.
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American Sex Preoccupation Disturbs Kids
Dr. Goodrich C. Schaufier of Portland Oregon told the American Academy of General Practice that America’s preoccupation with sex disturbs children. He urged parents doctors and citizens to correct what he called a distorted all American sex perspective and warned that young girls face confusing attitudes about sex as they age. He noted children climb toward knowledge but may mistakingly trust rotten branches and urged medical and parental action to protect youth from harmful ideas.
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Living World War I veterans fall below three million
Washington reports the number of living World War I veterans has fallen under 3 million. The Veterans Administration projects about 2.995 million alive by end of March, with 4.744 million served in World War II and 151,000 dying in service. About 1.613 million have died since the war, and the average living veteran is just under 63 as about 90,009 die annually.
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Search Planes Fail To Find Missing Transport Off Japan
Thirty eight U S search planes failed to find any trace of a missing C97 transport that disappeared March 22 off the Japanese coast with 67 Americans aboard. Air Force and Navy pilots wrestled with stormy weather during the fifth day of the largest air sea hunt in the Far East.
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Faith, Nation, and God in a Lent Reflection
A Christian meditation contrasts idolatry of the state with loyalty to God, urging that 40 days of Lent recall Jesus’ wilderness temptation. It supports the Pledge to the Flag’s “under God” phrase, arguing the nation is under divine authority and true patriotism requires humility before God.
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Sharp Red Blast Seen At Europe Atom Pool Pact
Rome reports Monday’s signings of Western European market and atomic pool treaties may trigger the sharpest Communist reaction since NATO. Observers foresee unity in Western Europe blocking Russia’s divide and conquer strategy, strengthening economies and reducing Marxist pressure. ratification by six nations’ parliaments could shift power in France Italy and West Germany.
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Hines Dies, Tammany Hall Leader and Parolee
Long Beach Long Island UP reports James J. Hines 80 a famed Tammany Hall district leader died early today from uremia at Long Beach Memorial Hospital after hospital admission March 12. The once powerful figure rose from blacksmith to political kingpin, backing Roosevelt at the 1932 convention and breaking Tammany’s support for Al Smith. His career ended in 1940 when he began a four to eight year Sing Sing sentence for a policy racket uncovered by Thomas E. Dewey.
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U S Paroles Four Jap War Criminals
In Tokyo the United States released four more Japanese war criminals from Sugamo Prison two former Army captains and two lieutenants. They had served sentences from 30 years to life, bringing the total still held to 96 with 74 convicted by the United States 20 by Australia and 2 by Britain.
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From Slats To Barrels Dior Shapes Women Fashion
Hollywood fashion designer Charles LeMaire comments on Christian Dior’s new barrel shaped look. He notes Dior previously kept women slim like slats and now combines the slat idea into barrel forms, signaling a major shift in silhouette.
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