Grunewald Under Fire Over WWII Alien Property Role
Washington reports Sen. Alexander Wiley asks Assistant Attorney General Baynton for full details on Henry W. Grunewald's wartime job as a Special assistant to Leo F. Crowley at the Alien Property Office. Wiley seeks records on Grunewald's duties, hires, seized cases, and a 1923 conspiracy linked to a tax probe. He notes Grunewald earned about 10 000 a year and has not yet spoken on the matter.
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Civil Service
Alien Property Office
Abraham Teitelbaum
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Britain’s $28 Billion Loan Aid to United States
Britain has drawn more than 28 billion dollars in aid from the United States and Canada since World War I and II. A portion came as lend lease during WWII, while several outright loans now see mixed repayment prospects. Britain plans to pay interest and principal totaling 176 million dollars by December 31.
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Revision in Europe Arms Plan Foretold
Washington reports a NATO study predicts a substantial revision of Western Europe's defense targets. Eisenhower urges rapid buildup, aiming for about 72 divisions by 1952? or 24 months later, while considering extending timelines or trimming totals. The plan hinges on U S aid to sustain allied mobilization amid political resistance.
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Marshal Who Promised Cleanup Caught in Raid
Newport Ohio border town marshal James E. Harris was nabbed in a state police raid on Wilder Hi-Dee Ho Club. Harris faced unlawful assembly charges after being found at the club bar while 23 officers conducted the operation. He claimed he was visiting as part of his job and expected dismissal.
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Soundproof Corner Eases Church Noise At St Monica
In San Francisco on December 15, St Monica s Catholic Church unveiled a soundproof corner to shield worshipers from crying or talkative children. Rev William J Cantwell led the project, with carpenters building a four pew enclosure, double walls, and noise eliminating glass, allowing up to 20 mothers and children to attend quietly.
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Boy Gets Last Look at World Eye Cut Out
Two year old Vernie Smith of Woodward is to undergo a second eye removal after doctors aim to halt a cancerous growth. His left eye was removed last February. His family halted Christmas celebrations to let him see gifts, as Woodward residents flooded the visit.
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California Leads in Population Gain 1940 to 1950
Census Director Roy V. Peel reports California, New York, and Texas led population growth from 1940 to 1950. California gained 3,678,836. New York 1,352,050. Texas 1,296,370, driven by natural increase and in-migration. Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Arkansas posted the largest losses, while overall U.S. population rose 19 million, with 18 million from natural increase and 1 million from net immigration.
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