Two Gunmen Attack Truman Home in Arlington Shootout
Two men armed with German Lugers opened fire near Blair House in Washington, injuring three police officers and one bystander while one gunman was killed. President Truman was in residence and later left for Arlington National Cemetery under heavy guard. The incident sparked chaos as Secret Service and police secured the area and questioned a wounded suspect identified as Oscar Work.
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Pope Proclaims Virgin Mary's Assumption as Dogma
Pope Pius XII proclaimed the Assumption a dogma on All Saints Day in St. Peter's Square. A vast crowd of 700000 plus Catholic prelates and faithful filled Rome as the pontiff read the decree from the steps of St. Peter's Basilica. Archbishop Spellman attended as the American cardinal.
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Eyewitness recalls shooting near Blair House during Truman incident
Miss M. E. Hayes of Arlington, a railroad association employee, described a volley of gunfire in front of Blair House and Court of Claims. She saw at least three officers and two civilians shot, one civilian fatally, as cops swarmed the area and bystanders ducked for cover.
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Weather outlook mostly clear with light shifting winds
Forecast shows mostly clear conditions tonight with some early morning fog patches. Temperatures rise slightly tomorrow with winds lighter, then 10 to 18 mph from the west to northwest by Thursday afternoon.
Puerto Rico Offices Bombed in New York City
A man threw two Molotov cocktails into the Puerto Rico Department of Labor offices in a four story building near noon. The bottles ignited briefly but caused little damage and no injuries. The attacker, about 45, dark complexion, stocky, shouted get out as he fled.
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L B Housewife Kidnapped Found In Coma On Road
A 21 year old housewife, Mrs Jeannie Templeton of 4529 Banner Dr, was found unconscious on the road in front of her car at 2008 Bellflower Blvd. She said a man forced her to drive him around while she tried to locate her husband David in downtown. The assailant jumped onto the running board and ordered her to drive. She recalls being told not to be frightened and to stop at Ocean side, then to exit the vehicle. The last memory is getting out.
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Shaw Sinking at Side in Anglian Rites for Shaw
AYOT ST LAWRENCE England November 1621 rector read a commendatory prayer over George Bernard Shaw 94 near death in coma since 3 a.m. Friends had abandoned hope as Rev B J Davies spent over an hour with Shaw in his red brick house. Housekeeper Mrs Alice Ladden summoned the rector noting imminent death. Davies said Shaw was not atheist and once preached a Palm Sunday sermon at a church gate dedication.
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Dr Lindstrom Wins Divorce From Ingrid Bergman
Hollywood November 1. Dr Peter Lindstrom testified his wife Ingrid Bergman pursued romance with Roberto Rossellini after agreeing to have another baby. He described their life as happy until she left with him to Italy. The surgeon spoke of mental anguish and the judge granted the divorce.
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Peril of atomic plants ignored by health departments warns engineer
Health fears rise as sanitary engineer cautions officials about atomic plant risks. State workers face job losses tomorrow if loyalty tests are not completed. Shaw remains unconscious, prayers inaudible as recovery continues. Beach combing and other sections listed across pages B-1 to B-15, with obituaries on B-9 and tides on pages 8 to 12.
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U S Tanks Ram Ahead as Jets Battle Marines in Korea
U S armor surged toward Charyongwan and the Yalu near Sinuiju while Russian jets clashed with U S Mustangs in a near draw. Reports say American tank columns pushed through toward the Yalu as Red air and ground forces offered heavy resistance along the 250 mile peninsula.
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U N Extends Lie's Term for 3 More Years
The U N General Assembly voted 46 to 5 with seven abstentions to extend Secretary General Trygve Lie’s term for three years despite Soviet opposition. The United States and 14 others backed keeping Lie amid debate over his Korea handling.
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Martha Raye Fined $50 in Boston Court
Martha Raye, noted for stage and screen, performed a one day stand in Boston Municipal Court. Judge Elijah Adlow ordered a $50 fine for driving under the influence and suspended prosecution on accompanying charges of drunkenness and negligent driving.
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Byrd urges $7 billion cut in federal spending
Senator Harry F. Byrd of Virginia called for a seven billion dollar reduction in military and nonmilitary outlays for next year to avert national bankruptcy. He warned of dual threats from external communism and internal fiscal profligacy, and urged early budget planning as Congress reconvenes.
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