St Laurent chosen Liberal leader to succeed King
Rt. Hon. Louis St Laurent, a Quebec lawyer and external affairs minister, won the Liberal leadership in a decisive first ballot with 848 votes. Gardiner 323, Power 56. He pledged to unite the party and honored Sir Wilfrid Laurier and Mr. King while aiming to form a national unity government.
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St. Laurent
justice department
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C. G. Power
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New Liberal Leader Chosen After Saturday Ballot
St Laurent elected Liberal leader on first ballot defeating Gardiner and Power as successor to Prime Minister Mackenzie King. The vote tallied among party members on Saturday, signaling a new era for the Liberal party leadership.
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Mackenzie King
Liberal party
Mr. St. Laurent
J. G. Gardiner
J. G. Power
Storms batter English coasts leave 22 dead and widespread floods
Severe storms in Britain and France kill 22 and flood wide areas on the Southeast and East Coasts of England. Brest reports losses over 330000 dollars. Boats sink and port facilities damage as fishermen and residents cope with storm damage and repair crops with scythes.
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Shaker Community Members Split Across New England Areas
The Shakers have diminished from about five thousand in the United States a century ago to seven in New York, six in Hannon Massachusetts, with remaining members in Sabbath Day Lake Maine and Canterbury New Hampshire totaling fifty one. The sect, founded in 1735 in England, faced public backlash for their unorthodox practices, then relocated to the U.S. near Albany and Watervliet, with Lebanon noted for fervent meetings as part of their history.
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St. Thomas Times-Journal
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United Society of Belovers
Times Lands Grit Choice
The Times praised Louis St Laurent as Liberal leader and external affairs minister designate linking Canada with North Atlantic security within the UN and aiming for close UK Western Europe and U.S. ties. The Telegraph noted wide popularity but some age objections. A Pueblo blast injured none after a dump explosion likely sparked by a storm. fire was contained.
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The Telegraph
Envoys Prepare New Talks With Molotov in Moscow
Western envoys from Britain United States and France meet Molotov in Moscow to set terms for Berlin crisis talks after weeks of discussions with Stalin and Zorin. A decisive session in London is expected to shape concessions and possible four power moves.
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Reuters
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United States
Frank Roberts
Britain
Walter Bedell Smith
Yves Chatigneau
Molotov
Marshal Stalin
Russia
Stalin
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Berlin
Germany
Banff Cochrane Candidate May Be Disqualified
In Calgary August 9 the omission of party affiliation in W R King Social Credit Banff Cochrane nomination papers may lead to disqualification. Returning Officer Frank Landymore of Crossfield said the nomination question was under review. Also running are Arthur Wray independent Social Credit and Frank Laut independent.
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W. R King
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Crossfield
Alta
King
Arthur Wray
Independent
Frank Laut
Cost of living index hits new peak in June
Ottawa reports the official cost of living rose 2.6 points in June to 156.5, a new historic high. The rise reflects sharp increases in the food sub index driven by meat and potato price hikes, with modest gains in clothing, home furnishings, services, fuel and lighting.
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C.P
Dominion Bureau of Statistics
Princess Pats to be first airborne unit in peacetime Canada
Calgary report says Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry will train as Canada's first airborne battalion since the war. Maj Gen Mann announced the unit will undergo two phase training at Rivers Manitoba with seven jumps each and air transport lessons before deployment.
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Bellevue Man Killed as He Falls From Cliff
John Virabec 40 of Bellevue died after a 50 foot fall from a steep North Fork river bank while on a fishing trip with Victor Redalg. Born Coleman June 25 1908 he worked at Hillcrest Mohawk mines in Bellevue. An inquest ordered by Coroner W A McLeod Blairmore will be held Monday afternoon.
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W. A. McLeod
Pincher Creek
Liberal platform shaped by party aims and departures
Ottawa August 9 The Liberal platform adopted at the national convention outlines policy shifts since 1919 including calls for a royal commission on freight rates labor reform housing subsidies abolition of privacy council spies and a distinctively Canadian flag while endorsing current Dominion provincial tax approaches and opposing coalitions with any group the platform marks a shift in party stance toward government policy.
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privy council
Canada
Mystery Witness Refuses to Identify as Communist
London born Alexander Koral testifies before the American Activities Committee and refuses to say if he is a Communist or knew Elizabeth Bentley. He avoids incriminating answers and declines to discuss links to Bentley or wartime secrets. The witness also dodges questions about Perlo and other alleged Communist connections.
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United States
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American activities committee
ren Elizabeth T. Bentley
Victor Perlo
Miss Bentley
St Laurent Seen as Best Choice for Prime Minister Role
Wilfrid Eggleston argues Louis St Laurent emerged as the Liberal leader best suited to govern Canada. He notes St Laurent will chair the cabinet from the East Block and could well become prime minister, despite waiting months for that role. The piece reflects on Mackenzie King’s long tenure and the party’s confidence in St Laurent.
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Liberal party
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St. Laurent
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Mackenzie Kings
St Laurent
Truman Faces House Senate Clash Over Housing Bills
Washington August 9 Some Democrats urged President Truman to sign Republican housing and credit control bills after a brief special session. The House and Senate adjourned after 13 days of infighting with Congress showing limited support for Truman’s agenda. Democratic leaders warned inflation could worsen and called for a backturn to repair damages if inaction continues.
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80th congress
Coaldale Man Jacob Dick Dies After Truck Collision
Coaldale resident Michael Dick, 78, died Saturday afternoon from injuries after being hit by a light delivery truck one mile north of Coaldale at 1 15 PM. The driver was Michael Trofanenko of Turin, who was accompanied by Jack McBeath. The coroner summoned a jury, to reconvene Friday Aug 13, with six jurors named.
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Lethbridge
Robert J. Baldry
J. #. Hucson
A. Smith
Gordon Greer
Jack Pankratz
Harry Proudley
Multiple News Briefs From Around The World
Alberta official accepts nomination for Social Credit candidate W R King after party affiliation omission. Envoys from Britain United States and France meet Molotov in Moscow. At least 10 killed in Malayan violence amid Communist revolt. Saskatchewan premier says no fall legislative session. Israel moves to apply for UN membership. Boston morgue attendant faces charges over still born infant incineration. Bethlehem Steel workers approve wage increase across nine yards the second ballot.
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