Arabs plans take shape as Palestine partition faces security council test
Arab diplomacy moves toward blocking UN partition with a strategy aligned to the Middle East Moslem front. The Palestine partition commission prepares a report on using military force, and the security council likely will be the first test, needing seven affirmative votes to pass any resolution.
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Palestine
Partition
Associated Press
United Nations
Egypt
Lebanon
El Khouri
Tce
rada
Argentine
China
Colombia
Britain
Syria
EL Ehour
meyer WHEL
JERUSALEM
Hagana
Jewish ‘Organization
Fireworks In Commons Amid Debate On Throne Speech
In Ottawa on February 14, private MPs pressed for government action on price controls tourism ministry a Canadian flag western oil development veterans’ benefits and other reforms during the throne speech debate. Archibald Harkness McKay and Archibald led exchanges with Labor Minister Mitchell amid charged remarks on democracy and unity. Prime Minister Mackenzie King said Canada would study Communist entry from the U S and a draft universal rights charter would go to a joint parliamentary committee.
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OTTAWA
E. B. McKay
C.CF
Weyburn
Douglas Harkeess
F.C
Calgary
East
H.G. Archibald
C.C F
Skeena
Mitenell
Berin
aed
Archibald
Mitchell
Tim Bick
Sam Carr
Labor-Progressive party
Mexico
Matchen
Moscow
Mackenzie King
Canada
United States
King
joint
parliamentary committee on human rights and fundamental freedoms
New York food purchase value table on dollar changes
The Left Hand Corner notes a table from the AE Department of Markets in New York City showing how many goods a dollar could buy in December 1939. It compares costs in New York markets with other figures and notes the rate of advance since 1933 remains not materially different.
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AE Department of Markets
New York City
Sastattoon
Star-Phoenix
New York
Leaflets Dropped On Chinese Reds Near Tsingtao
United States marine planes dropped leaflets in Communist areas near Tsingtao to press for release of four Marines held by Reds. A spokesman said the navy seeks their release and is in touch with Communist authorities. The Communist radio said five marines were captured Christmas Day and one died of wounds. Reds claim Marines aided government troops north of Tsingtao. the U S denies the charge. Four Marines on special passes, one absent without leave.
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Tsingiao
China
United States
Confederation Referendum Backed by Petition Count
In St John’s Newfoundland on February 14 petitions from 43 762 residents across 35 districts urged including confederation with Canada in the forthcoming referendum to decide the colony’s future government Joseph Smallwood a pro confederation delegate announced the convention had defeated a motion to recommend confederation by a 29 to 16 vote.
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ST. JOHN'S
NGd
it.P.ji
Canada
ballo t
Joseph Smallwood
confederation
Germans Seek Expanded Power in Occupied Germany
Frankfurt reports that British and American military governors heard German officials demand more authority to run western Germany. Gen. Clay and Gen. Robertson noted German proposals were superseded by zone reorganizations and urged greater German cooperation as they focused on simplifying import export procedures to revive production.
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FRANKFURT
Germany
Lucius D. Clay
Brian Robertson
Hitler
Clay
Marshal Vassily
D. Soxelovsky
Five Are Dead As Tornadoes Sweep U.S.
Tornadoes across the central United States killed five and injured many while destroying homes and flooding areas in the south and Ohio West Virginia regions. The Red Cross prepared for emergencies as communities faced isolation and widespread property damage amid cold, hazardous conditions.
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CHICAGO
United States
Mississippi
Ohio
West Virginia
Red Cross
Ilaca
Woman Wounded In Double Tragedy In Glace Bay
Mrs. Charles Small, 36, was wounded last night when her husband fired a shotgun and killed himself. Her condition was labeled very satisfactory at the hospital. police offered no reason for the shooting.
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GLACE BAY
Charles Small
Lumber Surplus Seen for Canada This Year
Vancouver reports a lumber surplus for 1947 with demand from the United States and Europe. Costs rise for labor and building. a typical 37,000 home may cost about 7 800 dollars, with 20 to 25 percent higher estimates for materials and 20 to 30 percent for plumbing and heating. Contractors note abundant skilled labor and plans for better living space in dream homes despite higher prices.
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VANCOUVER
United States
Europe
Gontratters
Sharpest wholesale price drop in 13 years hits AP index
In the week ending Friday February 14 the Associated Press composite of 35 wholesale commodity prices fell to 186.32 from 194.07 the prior week, marking the sharpest weekly decline in 13 years. All components except non ferrous metals declined. The staple price index and components for February 13 are listed with year over year figures.
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NEW YORK
Associated Press
Fire Damages Botsford Tire Plant in St. Catharines
An early morning blaze in St. Catharines Ont caused about 25000 dollars in damage to the Botsford Tire Company vulcanizing plant. Fire crews battled the flames as investigators began examining the scene.
Immigrant Population Surges in Canada During 1947
Ottawa reports a rapid rise in Canada’s immigrant intake in 1947 driven by Europe and the British Isles. More than half of 73 000 newcomers came from the British Isles, with the United States and northern Europe also contributing. Ontario absorbed the largest share while shipping space and new offices in Glasgow and Belfast ease the flow. by May Canada aims to host about 22 000 displaced persons with an air scheme.
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OTTAWA
Euope
Dominion
Canada
British Isles
Daites
HL. Keenmnleyside
ation
Glasgow
Belfast
London
Liverpool
Atlantic
Trans-Canada airlines
mines and resources
U.S.A
Britein
United States
Europe
Netherlands
probaly
Ontario
Quebec
Alberta
Nova Scotia
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
New Brunswick
Prince Edward Island
Yukon Territory
North West Territories
Hat Man Gets Four Year Term
Edward D. Hoover of Medicine Hat Asia was found guilty in county court on a charge of converting $5,000 given by Eldridge B. Pace of Hammonds Plains. Hoover promised a Vancouver job with United States Supply Company as foreman and used the money as life savings, leading Pace to notify police after suspicions arose. Hoover was arrested weeks later en route to Montreal.
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BALIPAX
Edward D. Hoover
Medicine
Hst
Asia
Eldridge B. Pace
Hammonds Plains
Vancouver
Pace
Hoover
Halifax
United Siates Supply Company
guar
Montreal
Fire forces evacuations as Lib erty Iron Works burns in Toronto
More than 39 residents from three Chandos Street dwellings are evacuated by police after a two alarm blaze destroys the Liberty Ornamental Iron Works in west central Toronto. Total damage is estimated at 85 000 dollars.
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TORONTO
Chandos Strait
Liberty Ornamental Iron Works
Canadian Government Mulls Ban on Entry of Communists
Feb 14 report from The Canadian press notes potential cabinet action to bar Communist entry from the United States. Legal experts weigh if current laws authorize such a ban while officials monitor Red influence in Canadian unions and immigration. A Moscow Red Star warning cautions Russians about American spies.
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UAWA
United States
Deminion
Canada
Dominion
RED
MOSCOW
Red Star
Bolshevik party
V. Miskevski
Miskovski
Strange Story From Assisi Statue Move Atop Ancient Church
In Rome on February 14 two boys reported seeing a statue in motion atop the 10th century Santa Maria degli Angeli church in Assisi. The sight drew thousands of pilgrims who traveled over mountain roads to the city to witness the alleged breathing statue.
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ROME
Assisi
Santa Maria Degif Angell
Low Bid On Top Steers Prompt Alberta Cattle Council Appeal
Beef cattle prices slipped to about 15 to 15.25 cents a pound for two month old top quality steers as packers balk at bidding. George G. Frere, chairman of the Canadian Council of Beet Producers, wired Trade Minister Howe and others urging action after a meeting in Lethbridge. He said markets are deteriorating with packers refusing to bid on top quality cattle, and called for steps to open markets for the cattle.
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wiin
OTTAWA
feerie
South
Alberta
Geerme
G_. Frcer
Canatisny Council of
C. D.Howe
trade and commerce
De.abedott
Gardiner
Lethbridge
Teen-Ager Kills His Sweetheart In Jealousy Case
A 15 year old, Tommy Maersk, confessed to shooting Dolores Patsy Conn 16 after she told him she was pregnant by another boy. The coroner jury urged the youth be held to answer, while testimony disputed pregnancy claims and cited jealousy. In a second notice, Cardinal Gennaro Cartinal Grant was reported to be in worsening health at 96, dean of the Roman Catholic college of cardinals.
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LOS ANGELES
Bonce
Dolores
Patsy) Conn
Tommy Maersk
Charles Lillywhite
March
Miss Conn
NATICAN CITY
Gennaro
Belznonte
Roman Catholic college of cardinals
Disappointing cattle sale at Nanton auction
A community cattle sale in Nanton drew limited buyer interest as plants stocked with beef kept prices low. Prices ranged around 15 dollars for top fat steers, cows sold at about 1 cent per pound, and 300 head were offered with 120 unsold amid grain-fed stock.
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NANTON
Weralki
Urey
aroend
Swift
Jed
VANCOUVER
zunpoint
irs
R. E. Norman
Renfrew
JAPAN
NAGASAKI
Kyods news axency
Dalfoku Mara
Kyesna
ALEXANDER
LEGION
SASKATOON
C.P
Canada
Canadian Legion
Alex Ess
Legen
RUSSIA
WASHINGTON
Rusm
London
Germany
state department
iedts
Rassia
areata
FRANKEL
N.S
Marien Sasso
William Rosso
Felice
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Wilbur
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London Daily Mail
Round Gate Horm
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Mohandas K. Gandai
India
Narayana
Gadse
Mahatma
Gandhi
U.S
Wingham
Ont
Rockies
north Atlantic seaboard
plains
Pembina
plains states
Darton
Rex Ostrander
Peterborough
highways
highways department
Windsor
North Atlantic
Newfoundland
Dominion public weather office
Chirepark
Boston City
St. John’s
Wolf Rock
Lachs End
Eng
wee & snecee
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