FBI Cracks Down on Slot Machines Enforcement Drive
FBI Director J Edgar Hoover reports 208 machines seized and 15 arrests in a cross state crackdown on illegal slot transportation. 40 cases remain under investigation as agents target traveling machines aboard a ferry on the Mississippi. Congress bans interstate shipment with penalties up to 5000 dollars or two years in prison.
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FBI
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de Quincy
Mississippi River
Mississippi
Arkansas
Congress
New York Bread Strike May Raise Prices Nationwide
A nine day AFL truckers strike against major New York bakeries heads toward a showdown that could push wrapped bread prices higher nationwide. A fact finding committee approved by Mayor Impellitteri proposed a settlement package and gave the sides until 4 p.m. today to reply, including the drivers demand to spread the 40 hour week over five days.
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Vincent R. Impellittert
Striklers
Slain, 1 Hurt in Martial Row in San Bernardino
In San Bernardino a domestic dispute erupted into rifle fire. Walter Ochse, 38, was killed by a shot to the spine. His mother, Leola Freeman, 60, was wounded in the shoulder. Audrey Ochse, 38, fired the rifle and faced murder charges. The couple had long standing marital troubles. an argument led to the violence. The gunfire ended after Mrs. Ochse shot first and then pursued the mother around the house, with the baby daughter kept safe on the floor.
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San Bernardino
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Leola Freeman
Audrey Ochse
Dep. Dist
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Five Day Work Week Backed by Union Spokesman
A spokesman for the AFL International Brotherhood of Teamsters said acceptance of the five day formula here would lead to its extension nationwide. The remark suggests a broader push for shorter work weeks beyond the local area.
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AFL International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Peace Treaty Draft Aims to Free Japan in 1940s
The revised Japan peace proposal envisions independence without military limits and economic development freedom. The American draft, about 500 words, seeks signing in two months with limited changes, and a San Francisco conference set for Sept 4 8. It excludes reparations, but calls Japan to compensate occupied regions via skills and services.
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John Foster Dulles
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Philippines
Senate Delay on Taxes Seen
Senate action on the $7.2 billion tax hike, passed by the House, faces delays as hearings continue. Senator Williams of Delaware forecasts no floor vote before September, risking a fall passage and a lengthy conference with the House. A Democratic senator also doubts final approval before fall, noting a must-pass stance previously endorsed by Democratic Senators.
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R.-Del
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Press ban at parley in Korea disputed by reporters
In Seoul July 10 reports say Allied newsmen were barred from preliminary talks at Kaesong while Red correspondents attended. Brig Gen Ridgway promised to push for access, stating he will not let the conference be blocked and that some journalists would be allowed in as soon as feasible.
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Matthew B. Ridgway
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