Lava Forces Evacuations as Mauna Loa Erupts
Lava from Mauna Loa covers hundreds of acres on Hawaii's Kona coast forcing 60 to 80 families from their homes. Two lava streams reach the sea while a third nears the coast near Highway 10. Evacuations expand to Papa and Miloli villages as observers report breakneck lava speeds and eruptive activity unseen since 1823.
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Federal deficit to fall far below April forecast
Washington reports the 1950 fiscal year may close with a deficit about 1.4 billion dollars below the administration’s estimate six weeks earlier. Officials say spending lags and tax revenues run above expectations, with total outlays likely under 42 billion and revenues near 36.6 billion. If so, the year could end with a deficit well under 4 billion, a sizable improvement over prior projections.
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Bixby Meyer Hurt as Car Hits Pole
Hollywood reports Republican Senate hopeful Ulysses Grant Bixby Meyer was seriously injured when his car crashed into a light pole. Police say Meyer, a consulting psychologist, apparently fell asleep at the wheel during Tuesday primaries.
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Eureka Quake Jolts Eureka Last Night
Eureka was jolted by a sharp earthquake at 10 30 last night no damage or injuries reported and officials urged calm as residents checked for aftershocks.
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Yugoslavia Recalls Envoy in Warsaw
Yugoslavia recalls its ambassador to Warsaw in protest over what Tanjug calls insulting and discriminatory Polish government conduct. The broadcast report gives no date for the recall or confirmation if the envoy, Rade Pribicevic, has left Poland.
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Truman to Veto Tax Cut Lacking Balancing Clause
Washington June 3 President Truman warned Congress he will veto any excise tax cut without revenue to balance the budget. The Ways and Means committee backed 1.075 billion in excise cuts, near double Truman’s proposed 655 million limit, touching furs jewelry luggage pilot gear movie tickets and some tobaccos. A committee member said the bill may be vetoed unless corporation taxes rise, with a suggested rate boost from 38 to 42 percent for about 650 million in revenue.
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Firemen Quell 150000 Blaze in South Gate
In South Gate a furniture store and four other establishments were destroyed as a fast-spreading fire caused about 150000 in damage. Five fire units battled the blaze for two hours before gaining control, officials said.
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Pants Lost Car Door Strips Careless Pedestrian
Caledonia Michigan June 3. Eighteen year old Frank Bales suffered embarrassment when he walked into a moving auto. The car door handle caught his belt and ripped off his trousers.
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Powers Hail Pact as Spur to Peace
ARIS June 3 Six European nations France Western Germany Belgium Italy Luxembourg and the Netherlands agreed to pool coal and steel production to foster European solidarity and economic progress and promote world peace. Britain declined to join but was kept informed of talks while the plan received U.S. approval and a French spokesman called it historic.
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Sheriff's Deputies Seek 3 Men in Beating Robbery
Three men sought by sheriff's deputies for assaulting Arthur Louis West, 27, of Long Beach, and robbing him of $190 on Spring Street near Studebaker Road south of Lakewood Village. West, a Navy enlisted man stationed at Los Alamitos, was pulled from his car after the men waved for help and threatened him with a gunlike object, then regained consciousness. his auto door was damaged.
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West German Police Seize 11 Russian Barges
West German police seized 11 Soviet barges today amid a canal traffic dispute with the Russians who are blocking 70 western barges on contraband search grounds. West Berlin canal authorities said they would detain 113 eastern ships until the waterway line resumes a normal schedule.
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Residence bought by Black family rocked by blast
A house in south Dallas purchased by a Black family was hit by a hazmat explosion yesterday. The owners planned to move in Monday, marking the third such incident in three months in the area where Black families were moving into white neighborhoods.
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Judge Upholds Discharge of 16 Oath Eluders
LOS ANGELES June 3 Superior Judge W Turney Fox upheld the county right to discharge 16 employees who refused loyalty oaths two years ago. The court ruled the county could demand loyalty from workers as a private employer would and need not wait for an overt act before inquiring into fitness for their posts. The county's petition to reinstate them was denied and the complaint of constitutional rights violations and charter provisions against discharge for political affiliations was unresolved.
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Galveston Flood Reaches 13 Inches in Nine Hours
Heavy rain and storms sweep the nation with millions in damage. In Galveston Texas floods rise to 3 1/2 feet in the business district as 13 inches of rain fall in nine hours. Downtown rainfall lighter but danger remains as winds reach 38 mph and sewers overflow. Most shops closed and transport halted while water drains toward the Gulf.
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Ex Mayor Pleasants Shot Dead in Accidental Incident
MEMPHIS Tenn June 3 Former Mayor James J Pleasants 42 was fatally wounded at his home in what police call an apparent accident A .38 revolver fired hitting him in the side he died shortly before midnight at Methodist Hospital Pleasants resigned as mayor January 15 1949 and later served as city attorney a longtime backer of E H Crumps Shelby County Democratic organization.
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Lumber Fire At Cypress Mill Causes Major Loss
Perry, June 3. A fire at the Lee Tidewater Cypress Company, billed as the world’s largest cypress saw mill, caused about 500000 dollars in damage. Officials estimated two million dollars worth of lumber stored in the yard.
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Warren winds up campaign
Campaign wrap drives regional news as Warren closes his bid and heads to final stages. The note outlines where to find more on political coverage, local news, and various sections across the newspaper's pages.
Indians Cause Fuss At Kansas City's Centennial
Kansas City marks its 100th birthday amid Indian village tents and a disputed powwow. Rain ruined a softball game and soaked a straw floor while drums and chants echoed. Paul Cain oversees the camp as talks of peace hinge on repairs and dry hay for the tepees. The 32 day celebration includes parades, shows, expositions, and side attractions.
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Eight Jap Reds Sentenced in Tokyo Memorial Day Attack
The trial of eight Japanese accused of attacking five American soldiers ended with prison terms from five to ten years. Police barred outdoor protests in Tokyo though some rallies occurred in provinces. The verdicts were pronounced after a four day trial with no violence.
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Bolt Blamed in Big Bear Forest Fire
A lightning bolt sparked a forest fire near Big Bear in the Lake Erwin area. The U S Forest Service reported the blaze covered over 350 acres by mid morning as winds reached fifty miles per hour pushing flames faster than 250 firefighters could advance through dense pines and sage.
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