Pershing Dies in Washington at 87 a World War I Leader
General John J. Pershing known as Blackjack dies in Washington at 87 after illness since February 1938. President Truman announced the death after Pershing’s return from the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. He led the American Expeditionary Force in World War I and was the highest ranking U S military figure. He is survived by his son Warren and sister May Pershing, with Maj Gen Shelley Marietta as physician at his bedside.
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Britain Builds Over Quarter Million Homes Annually
The minister of health Aneurin Bevan announced Britain is constructing homes at more than 240000 per year. Target: quarter of a million by October. About 27000 families are rehoused monthly. April housing completions were the second highest since the war, with total new houses at Bloody 16,732. rehousing has exceeded 680000 under the postwar program.
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Attack on Yugoslav leaders widens rift in communists
Bucharest July 15 Reuters reports a violent attack by the Communist international information bureau against Yugoslav leaders. The organ rejected Yugoslavia's reply to Cominform criticisms, calling it a basest document and accusing Tito and top officials of bourgeois nationalism and anti Marxist policy. The piece marks a further split with eastern European Communist states.
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Gold Laden Plane Crashes Near Sydney injuring Nine Crew
Nine Belgian Constellation crew members were injured when the London to New York cargo plane dived from 8000 feet over Sydney. The exolos laden craft, carrying several million dollars in gold bullion, landed at a reserve airport after emergency recovery. Radio operator fractured shoulder. others minor injuries. Plane had departed London yesterday morning.
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Fatal exchange in Dacca leaves two dead and nine hurt
In Dacca Pakistan two people were killed and nine injured in an exchange of fire between troops and protesting policemen who struck for delayed June salaries. The incident was officially announced in the administrative capital of eastern Pakistan.
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Reds press a new move as Allies seek UN action
Fragmentary copy describes tensions between the United States Britain France and Soviet Union over negotiations with Germany. Western powers push for a united stance at the United Nations while Moscow and Berlin reflect cautious responses amid stalled talks.
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Fredericto Too Be Liberate TM The Canadian 3
The fragment discusses a centennial demonstration in New Brunswick depicting historical Canadian arm forces. It mentions a mock battle and participation by the city’s residents, with references to past history and the event’s purpose. The text is garbled but centers on a commemorative military display and local involvement.
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New Boycott Rally Against British Goods
New York on July 3 reports a rally campaign urging a boycott of British goods. Importers circulate letters urging dealers and consumers to avoid British products as drivers and workers discuss impacts. The event links to a Palestine drive with Jewish leadership weighing business effects and political tensions.
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Red Deer Storm Triggers Major Crop Losses
Edmonton report details a severe hail storm in the Red Deer district with losses up to 100 percent in some fields. Farmers describe torn hay masses and fruit tree damage, while homes and barns suffered water and structural damage in adjoining areas.
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Democrats name Truman and Barkley for ticket
The Democratic party announced President Truman and Senator Alben Barkley of Kentucky as its ticket for the November presidential election. Barkley was unanimously named as the vice presidential candidate and the choice was presented by party leaders.
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Truman Nominated for President Calls Congress Into Special Session
President Truman wins the Democratic nomination at Philadelphia with 4755 votes on the first ballot. He recalls Congress to a special session set for July 26 and challenges Republicans to enact the party platform. The recall sparks a thunderous ovation from a vast, restless crowd within convention hall.
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Railway wage dispute ends with retroactive raise for unions
The railway wage settlement gives 17 cents hourly increases retroactive to March 1, affecting 122000 railway workers across 18 international unions plus 28000 Canadian Brotherhood of Railway Employees and 20000 non union workers. CP Rail argues for freight-rate boosts to cover added costs, suggesting a 15 percent rise pending a final transport board ruling. The agreement hours and dates were set amid five days of talks and cabinet input, averting a broader strike.
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Shipboard Gun Blast Halts Riots Off Canadian Seaport
A gun blast aboard the Canadian flagged vessel near Point i halted a riot by six seamen. Three sailors were wounded and several men were reported hospitalized. In courts, Alex Black and others faced unlawful assault charges. Bail decisions awaited. some defendants unable to appear.
Calgary Murder Case Solved By Floor Weakening Clue
Calgary police widen their probe into a 19 year old murder as a corpse found beneath a cottage floor is linked to a mysterious killer. Investigators focus on a careless slip by an unknown mayor figure and how two floor joists were removed to conceal the body.
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Robbery at Vercheres Bank Seizes $15000
In Vercheres near Montreal two bandits robbed the Banque Provinciale Du Canada branch of $15000. They forced manager L Desjardins to open the safe as three employees and two customers were present. Police set roadblocks while investigators note no link to a separate St Jerome heist.
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I’m a Baby Carriage Want Ad
Classified notice invites buyers to contact the Herald Want Ad Department at 3202 to place or discuss a baby carriage for sale or transfer. The fragmentary text mentions names Jimmy Johnny and Betty and urges taking the item from the attic and seeking advice.
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Priceless Wright Kitty Hawk Plane Valued at $1
Dayton report says the Wright Brothers Kitty Hawk plane in a London museum was valued at 1 for tax purposes. Probate Judge Rodney Love accepted the appraisal by trustees of Orville Wright estate as a preliminary step toward returning the artifact to the United States. The 45 year old plane is described as priceless as the world’s most prized aviation relic.
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Outbreaks Sweep Italy Amid General Strike
Rome reports a back to work movement easing a general strike sparked by a failed assassination attempt on communist leader Togliatti. Six killed, hundreds injured as rioting disrupts radio, rail, and factories. 7,000,000 workers walk out while authorities vow a return to normalcy and resist CGIL demands.
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Gasperi plans moves to crush general strike in Rome
July 15 Rome report says Alcide Gasperi’s government will use all means including the army to break the general strike linked to the attempted assassination of Communist leader Palmiro Togliatti. AT R OAD BRIDGE TO BE CONTINUED INDEFINITELY.
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