Grave Crisis at UN Over Czechs Debated in Security Council
The United Nations Security Council prepared to open debate on the Czechoslovak coup as Russia faced charges in a Chilean proposal. Five of eleven members were seen backing a full airing, with U.S., France, China, Britain, and Belgium leaning toward action while others hesitated. Masaryk's death and Prague’s deputy controversy colored the session as delegations prepared to determine who may speak for Czechoslovakia.
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Eighteen-Year-Olds May Be Saskatchewan MLA Candidates
Regina report says Saskatchewan law will allow eighteen year olds to stand for provincial legislature under amendments to the legislative assembly act. First reading also covers a bill to add political affiliation beside names on provincial election ballots.
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Youths flee into free territory to escape Yugoslav service
Veneza Giula police report 18 youths escaped from Yugoslavia into the British American zone of the free territory in the last 48 hours to avoid army service. They are expected to be treated as refugees and offered passage to Italy.
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The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh Scottish Country Dance
The London correspondent reports Princess Elizabeth favors old Scotland dances learned in the Highlands. A new eight-person reel titled The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh has been specially composed by John Robertson with support from the Scottish Country Dance Society. The lively routine lasts a little over three minutes and includes a new step to enhance its intricacy.
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New Treaty Is Signed Rescue Aid for Europe Report Says
A Marshall plan briefing from the 16 nations in the European recovery effort states short term U S aid prevented collapse in Europe. The report notes France Austria and Italy benefited from more than 500 million dollars in interim aid and warns that without external help the European economy would deteriorate. The document argues the 5.2 billion dollars planned for the first year is essential to stabilize production and prevent wider disaster.
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Royal Store Busy Rumors On Princess Elizabeth's Pregnancy
Buckingham Palace declined to confirm pregnancy rumors about Princess Elizabeth. Sources doubt the reports abroad, noting her heavy upcoming engagements and travel. If pregnant, an official announcement would follow later in the spring after a court circular.
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Five Western European Countries Agree on New Pact
Belgium France Luxembourg The Netherlands and Britain signed a five nation treaty uniting economic cooperation and military aid. It pledges aid if any member is attacked and establishes a permanent consultative council to address aggression, economic stability, and collective self defense within UN Charter limits.
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Miners Strike Slashes Production in Fuel Crisis
Production curtailment looms as eight out of ten soft coal miners walk out in support of John L. Lewis to demand $100 monthly pensions. Some 339,000 United Mine Workers idle with more expected to quit. steel industry wary about sustaining output if the strike persists. Notices warn stoppages affect coal shipments and rail traffic. mines bureau says coal stocks are declining toward a critical March level.
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Two Alberta Workers Die In Separate Accidents
Two fatal incidents occurred in Southern Alberta on Tuesday. Ernest Richardson, 29, of Raymond, fell into a gravel hopper at St Mary dam near Spring Coulee while working the night shift for Bennett and White and died near midnight. Edward Gordon Pachal, 42, of Lethbridge, slipped from a freight car in the Raymond yards at 3 pm and died two hours later at Raymond Municipal Hospital. An inquest was opened in Raymond with a coroner’s jury set for March 22.
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Saskatchewan Registers Immigrant Children Under Act
Regina March 17. Imigrant children brought to Saskatchewan from Europe must be registered with the government's child welfare branch under amendments to the Child Welfare Act given second reading yesterday. Welfare Minister O W Valleau said the legislation aims to track children that may arrive in the province in the coming years.
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Private Uranium Mining Allowed in Canada Announcement
Ottawa reports that Reconstruction Minister Howe announced in the commons that private exploration and private mining of uranium and other radioactive ores is now permitted. A government company will purchase any ores mined.
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Congress at The Hague Plan For United Europe Congress at The Hague to discuss a united Europe plan
A 880 member European congress will meet in The Hague May 7 to 19 to pursue a common aim of a united Europe. Notables invited include Winston Churchill Edouard Herriot and Paul Van Zeeland. Five sponsoring groups form an international coordination committee seeking proposals on political cultural and economic unity.
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Calls For Universal Military Training
Washington March 17 President Truman outlined foreign policy goals urging swift Congress action on the European Recovery Program and universal military training. He pressed for temporary draft legislation, strengthened armed forces, and rapid aid to Europe while warning of Soviet aggression and the need to defend democratic states.
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Reds Demobilizing Friendly Collaboration Is Stressed
Moscow reports state Red Star newspaper declares the Soviet army’s demobilization program shows unity behind the government’s peaceful, cooperative policy. A radio broadcast in English claims the demobilization proves the USSR’s aim for peaceful aims, not expansionist designs, while Sweden seeks measures to boost military readiness amid Eastern European security concerns.
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Commons Ends Study On Controls
OTTAWA March 17. The commons finished review of 27 wartime controls that would extend to April 1, 1949. Debates touched rent, price control, construction priorities, housing and sugar purchasing. Uranium orders were revoked and radioactive ore exploration allowed with a minimum $2.75 per pound government purchase. A Wheat Act bill amends payments and marketing. New Westminster harbor debt debentures refunded $700,000. Senate saw Transport Minister Chevrier explain shipping act amendments, first non senator to participate since rule changes. Canada reports 200,000 houses built since war end, with 1945 33,006. 1938 67,000. 1947 71,? complete houses.
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Quick-Shot Kenny Wagner Eludes Capture At Parchman
Parchman Miss March 7 Quick shot Kenny Wagner 44 year old slayer who vanished with a submachine gun and a rifle from his post at the Mississippi penitentiary was hunted today across a wide area. Wagner escaped as parole board weighed his life sentence release tel aviv Palestine March 17 a Jewish agency member hinted Palestine currency plans based on U S nonarms moving forward independent currency proposal emerges.
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Multiple World News Briefs From March 15 1949
A Bihar mine blast in Yugoslavia’s Istrian peninsula reportedly killed about 309 people, with initial details from Trieste’s National Council of Liberation. U S military authorities did not confirm. Gasoline price hikes announced in Winnipeg. Russia challenged UN Security Council on Czechoslovakia coup. Diphtheria outbreaks surge in Alberta and a Shaw Camp cold snaps in Prince Albert. American author Maton Davenpert says she was tailed in London by Czech agents. Montreal report claims bribes offered to police official Pax Plante, tied to a probe and political pressure.
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