Polar Arctic Refueling Bases Considered for Bombers
The Air Force disclosed plans for forward Arctic bases in Greenland or northern Canada to refuel B36 bombers en route to Eurasian targets. The scheme would utilize small staffing and avoid large forward concentrations, extending bomber reach from Limestone Maine to global targets.
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Ice Cap
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Limestone
North American
Greeland
Arctic
Arctic Weather Tests Air Force Planes at Elgin Proving Ground
At Elgin Air Force Base Florida a massive climatic hangar drives tests on aircraft and weapons against Arctic cold heat desert and tropical climates. Maj. Gen. Kepner oversees operations showing how F-80 F-84 F-86 and missiles endure diverse stresses while newer jets battle B-36 and B-50 bombers in simulated combat.
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Proving Ground
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William ©. Kepner
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Elgin
Kepner
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Ory
Poland Church State Clash Eases as Talks Begin
In Warsaw July 27 the Polish government announced it had accepted Catholic Church moves toward a church state agreement, halting excommunication threats against Communist party members. The Vatican decree and church demands for freedom were noted as negotiations start between church and state authorities.
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Tent
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Suspect Stabber of 3-on Bus Held
VICTORVILLE July 27 Herman S Wright 59 of Wapanucka Okla held today on suspicion of stabbing three persons including his grandson and terrorizing 30 others on a Los Angeles bound bus. Wright was arrested yesterday when the bus reached here sheriff officers said he gave no reason for the assault merely stating he was in WW health. The stabbing victims were Mrs Walter Dale 42 Medford Ore D J Tidewell 16 Wapanucka and Don Brown 18 Eufala Okla.
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Victorville
Herman S. Wright
Wapanucka
Oklo
Wright
Walter Dale
Medford
Ore
D. J. Tidewell
Don Brown
Eufala
Okla
Tidewell
Hawaii Leaders Threaten Coast Blockade Amid Strike Crisis
Honolulu reports ILWU leaders threaten to blockade West Coast shipping in response to Hawaii's six port shutdowns now in the 88th day of a strike over wage demands. Governor Stainback backs emergency legislation to seize vital industries if talks fail, citing Hawaii's dependence on ocean transport as a "jugular vein."
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Honolulu
Hawaii
Ingram M._ Stalback
International Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’s Union
Henry Schmidt
Stainback
Senate
House
Ex Postal Clerk's Long Hike Reaches New York City
John F. Stahl, 66, a retired postal clerk, hoofs it across the George Washington Bridge from Bellaire Ohio to New York. His walks span multiple states and territories, with plans for a Baltimore to Washington sprint to collect President Truman's autograph. He hopes to meet Mayor O'Dwyer, Dempsey, and Cardinal Spellman while in New York.
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Ohio
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San Francisco
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Lodi
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Video Planned to Cheer Firemen in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City Firemen hailed a seaman named Ray for proposing more entertainment at the station. He told the city council the crew feels confined and can only leave for brief breaks, likening it to being in prison while on duty. Council members discussed the idea but details remain unclear.
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Oklahoma City
Ray
Boy Who Shot Self Loses His Eyesight
Thirteen year old Fred Hogler may recover from police attempt but doctors say the bullet wound in his temple blotted out sight in both eyes. He shot himself Monday while held in juvenile detention and ran away Sunday before being recaptured. Officials investigate how he obtained the pistol and smuggled it into the detention home.
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Uia
Unlo
Fred Hogler
Youngstown Hospital
Stupid Guinea Pig Given Special Treatment at Hospital
A guinea pig nicknamed Stupid at Weasley Memorial Hospital has been adopted by the pathology department as a pet. He enjoys an air conditioned cage near a sunny window, while other guinea pigs in the lab endure experimental dosages and inoculations.
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Chicago
Weasley Memorial Hospital
Animal Experimental Animal Room
Pathology Department
Apartment Moved, 21 Stay Inside
Pittsburgh residents endure the relocation of a 249 sto brick apartment house, moved feet down a hill to widen a nearby plant. Gas electric water and telephone service for four tenants continues via hoses from util lines as the century old building shifts.
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Pittsburgh
Oakmont
Lake Stilwell Dam Named for Military Hero
At West Point a new dam and lake on the military academy reservation were officially named Stilwell Dam and Stilwell Lake in honor of the late Gen. Joseph W. Stilwell. Gen. Stilwell’s widow unveiled a bronze memorial plate donated by veterans who served with him in theChina-Burma-India theater during the war.
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West Point
S. Military Academy
Stilwell
Joseph W. Stilwell
China-Burma-India
Girl Survives Leap From Brooklyn Bridge
A 20 year old girl leaped from the Brooklyn Bridge and landed in the East River. She was pulled from the water by a tugboat crew and is listed in fair condition at Cumberland Hospital. Bellevue Hospital observation ward staff report she remains alive after the attempt.
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Cumberland Hos
Bellevue Hospital
Antipoll Tax Bill Clears House in Senate Debate
Washington July 27 Antipoll tax bill advances to Senate amid filibuster threats and Southern opposition. House passed the measure by party lines to allow split ballots for federal versus state local offices if poll taxes remain. If Senate blocks it, opponents say a Senate filibuster will derail the effort. The bill targets federal elections including president vice president and Congress, while not altering state and local voting rules.
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Senate
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Rep
Wheeler
D.ga
Congress
Going My Way Gets Red Censors Review
A Soviet committee privately reviews the Bing Crosby film Going My Way as one of 24 Hollywood titles to be screened for possible rental across Russia. The list includes Anna and the King of Siam The Jolson Story State Fair Cloak and Dagger Jungle Caravan The Egg and I and two Deanna Durbin pictures. Eric Johnston arranged the preview during his Moscow visit last autumn.
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Bing Crosby
Soviet Export Film Board
Russia
Jolson
Deanna Durbin
Eric Johnston
Motion Picture ‘Association of America
Britain’s Added Aid Plea Shakes Marshall Plan Debate
Britain's request for 624 million dollars in extra aid threatens to upend the Marshall Plan. OEEC unanimity, reduced U S funding, and likely cuts for all nations raise fears Britain could trigger a broader collapse of European recovery.
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Aris
Tandarenf
United States
Congress
European Economic Cooperation
QEEC
American Economic Cooperation Administration
Lion
OEEC
Briain
Jdoviara
Five Percenters Witness I Hearings Delayed By Illness
A key figure in the Senate investigation of the five percenters, James V. Hunt, is ill and may delay public hearings. Hunt, once a management counselor, denied selling influence and provided a diary detailing daily activities. Subcommittee Chairman Senator Hoey says the notebook mentions officials but does not prove improper actions. Republican senators Ferguson and Mundt plan to intensify efforts to expose the group.
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James V. Hunt
Hunt
Army
War Assets Administration
Hoey
D.-N.c
Congress
Ferguson
Mich
Mundt
Gest
Ferguson Mundt to Prepare Bill to End Five Percent Bites
Washington July 27 Republican Senators Ferguson Michigan and Mundt South Dakota agreed to draft a joint bill to curb five percent middlemen in government contracts. Ferguson seeks criminal penalties for contractors who hide middleman aid, while Mundt proposes a central information clearing house to help firms obtain contracts directly.
Thief Slashes Hand During Auto Looting Incident
A man reported that a thief forced open a car near Ocean Blvd and Cherry Ave. The victim, Holland, returned to find a wound on his hand from the attack as he discovered the robbery.
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Cherry Ave
Holland
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