Berlin railway strike halts Western rail and sparks clashes
Widespread strikes by Soviet zone railway workers in Berlin led to mass clashes at Tempelhof and Hermannstrasse stations. A passenger train was set ablaze as police tried to separate combatants. Western officials kept a hands off stance while British planes and trucks continued to aid Western Berlin amid a currency dispute and blocked supply trains.
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Ministers Of Big 3 Meetn ference
British Foreign Secretary Bevin and U S Secretary Acheson met French Foreign Minister Schuman with deputies to study a German policy plan ahead of the Big Four conference on Germany. The three hours yielded a secret report likely to be approved. Russia urged united Germany in Paris coverage.
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Lefteft Hand Corner A Russian Humor Note
A fragment from Times Journal reflects on Soviet gloom and humor in exile. A Magidoff book is cited showing a safe Atlantic perspective. A brief anecdote about a five year plan mocks production goals and the joke about traveling by plane to reach Leningrad. Continued on page 7.
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Rain Brings Hope to Sask Fire Front
Prayers for rain over Saskatchewan fire fronts tempered by improving conditions. No new outbreaks reported in Manitoba. most blazes in Saskatchewan and Alberta held in check. Intermittent rain aided by aircraft standby, with Lac La Biche and Buffalo Narrows fire areas under scrutiny as ground blazes are dug out and controlled.
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Winnipeg
Herald Telephone List Adds Two New Numbers
Herald announces two new telephone numbers effective May 20 to serve the Accounting and Business Offices and Display Advertising Oil-Circulation Department. The update simplifies business calls, with readers urged to update their directories accordingly.
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Oklahoma Hit Again By Twister Floods And Hail
Oklahoma faced another outbreak with tornadoes, heavy rains, floods, and deadly hail across multiple counties. The blustery system stretched from northwestern Oklahoma to Nebraska, causing two more deaths and extensive crop damage in Oklahoma and Kansas.
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Dallas Morning News to publish 434 page Sunday edition Texas Unlimited
The Dallas Morning News announces a 434 page Sunday edition called Texas Unlimited, claiming it is the second largest ever printed in the United States with over 5,000,000 words. It weighs six pounds and will be sold for 50 cents a copy. The only larger edition was a Miami Daily News issue.
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Dallas, Morning News
United States
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T he News
Miami
Fia.) Daily News
Talks Postponed in Quebec Labor Discussions
Talks between Labor Minister Barrette and Gerard Picard of the Canadian Catholic Confederation of Labor on the eastern townships asbestos strike were postponed until Monday. No reason given. postponement announced after a brief meeting in the minister's office.
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Gerard''Picard
Canadian Catholic Confederation of Labor
Premier Douglas challenges Gardiner over grain policy
XYCreton Sask May 21 Premier T C Douglas of Saskatchewan challenged Federal Agriculture Minister J G Gardiner to state before the June 27 federal election whether the Dominion government intends to handle sale of coarse grains through the wheat board. The bill authorizing sale of coarse grains by the board awaits proclamation by the federal government. Douglas spoke in Yorkton riding supporting G H Castleden for re election.
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Victoria Cross for forgotten war hero Cairns dies in Burma action
London Gazette awards posthumous Victoria Cross to George Albert Cairns, a former London bank clerk who died on Burma hilltop. His 3-year-old widow, hearing a broadcast, prompted the award after the Chindits battle where Cairns fought Japanese officers, saved comrades, and died. The record of the action was lost in a crash that killed Gen Wingate, leaving the recommendation unacted until now.
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Shanghai Is Cut Off From Air Escape
Shanghai remains isolated as Red forces press on the Pootung peninsula and Whang poo river area. Fires blaze near east river banks, Lungwhe airport suspends operations while civilian planes are commandeered for officials evacuation. Reports say Woasting fortress defends north amid contested lines and shifting Nationalist withdrawals.
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Monarch Rumor Quelled Over Mayo Clinic Report
Mayo Clinic spokesman in London denied reports that the King received treatment there. He said the King has not left the country and was either in London or Windsor Castle during May. A Nebraska City man claimed he saw the King at Mayo, but corroboration failed.
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Walter Kirtley
Nebraska City
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Fish Catches Man He Gets Away Fort Pierce Angling Story
In Fort Pierce Florida a fisherman identified as G Hill hooked a large fish while angling from a bridge. The fish pulled the line hard then paused, then struck again causing Hill to be pulled over the railing into the water. He clung to the bridge until fellow fishermen helped him to safety. the fish and Hill both escaped without serious injury.
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South Man Meets Death in Carmangay District
Carmangay May 21 A 56 year old farmer rancher Gryille B Smith of the Carmangay Champion district was fatally crushed between a truck and a grain tank trailer while fixing a flat tire on a grain tank trailer. His hired man Gerald Mundy of Black Diamond moved the truck to the side and Smith was crushed as Mundy started the truck. Smith died at the scene on his farm. He leaves widow Clara and children Lorne Arvella and Sharon plus a grandson and several siblings. The community hall in Champion will direct funeral arrangements with Christensen Bros of Lethbridge in charge.
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QGryille B. Smith
Carmangay- Champion
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Champion, Christensen, Bros
Lethbridge
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No Convocation Issue Gateway Delayed Individual Marks
In Edmonton May 21 university announces first time in Alberta history that graduates will receive exam results individually rather than in the Gateway. With enrolment over 4500, the University of Alberta abandons the convocation edition and delays results publication.
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EDMONTON
University of Alberta
Quebec Campaign Marks Slow Start In Tight National Vote
The main parties pivot through Quebec aiming to sway voters as campaigns heat up. Liberals push Western gains efforts while Social Credit emphasizes purchasing power and labor protections under provincial acts. The scene shifts to New Brunswick where fishermen seek protections amid broader labor talk.
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B.C
Otters
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Western Canada
Fires Grim Amid Northern Saskatchewan Inferno
Regina dispatch reports that despite light showers, the northern Saskatchewan forest fire situation remains serious with vast areas burning and crews exhausted. The grim scene near Albontay is described as very bleak, though some brighter moments noted as crews press on against the fires.
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