Annual Crippled Childrens Ball in Lubbock Wednesday
City events unfold at Hilton hotel Lubbock Cotton Club and Luthe Higbee McDaniel Orchestra as the crippled children ball supports polio treatment. Tickets available via Hilton Lubbock and local drugstores. March of Dimes drives contributions to broaden services for children with congenital conditions and injuries.
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Lubbock
Hilton
Cotton Club
John Halsey
Bowen
Wylie
Morris Ward
Luthe Higbee-McDaniel
Ireland
Council
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Dr. Young
Lubbock County
City Takes Over Veteran Housing Plan In Lubbock
The state barred college ownership of property so a grant was moved to the City of Lubbock to seek housing for veterans through the housing agency. Federal officials approved the transfer by telephone. A Saturday meeting included Sam Rosenthal chairing with D D Cross John T Glover W L Bradshaw Mayor O W Ribble M A Root A B Davis and others from the Chamber of Commerce and housing agency members Newton Walton and Chas Whitacre.
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Tech
LAAF
D. D. Cross
John T. Glover
W. L. Bradshaw
O. W. Ribble
M. A. Root
A. B. Davis
Lubbock Chamber of Commerce
Newton Walton
Chas. Whitacre
Dachau Officials’ Death Sentences Commuted
Three of 36 Dachau camp officials sentenced last month for cruelty to prisoners had their death sentences commuted to long prison terms. The commutations were announced today from the German town of Toelz near Munich.
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Dad Toelz
Germany
Dachau Concentration Camp
Traffic Death Toll Rises in South Plains Area
Six fatalities in the Lubbock district have occurred this period, bringing the South Plains total to seven and averaging about one death every four days. Two more deaths elsewhere include Benjamin and Dallas, with the first local fatality reported January 17 for injuries dated January 12.
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South Plains
E. L. Posey
Texas Highway Patrol
Lubbock
Kittrell
Benjamin
Dallas
Labor and steel strikes erupt as unions vote and wage talks stall
The Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen and Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers plan strike votes in Cleveland despite arbitration talks limited to wages. Meanwhile a week-old steel strike idles 35,000 workers and President Murray notes he cannot decide the next move after Truman’s wage proposal was rejected by U.S. Steel.
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Cleveland
A. F. Whitney
BRT
Rct
Consiang
Pittsburgh
Philip Murray
Murray
Truman
U. S. Steel
Short's Testimony and 1942 Presidential Commission Findings
Short testified before a presidential commission in 1942 that derelection of duty occurred by both sides. He faulted War Department for lacking anti aircraft supply questions and insufficient Washington information delaying alert. Keefe pressed about intoxication rumors. Short denied any truth.
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Short
War Department
Rep
Keefe
Wis
Washington
Eefe
Witnes
Hether
Lednett
Mishaps and Thefts Tie Up Police Through Night
Police reported a busy night with several mishaps and thefts. A southbound coach on Ave G collided with a westbound coupe on Sixteenth, injuring Thornton who was treated for shock and lacerations. A bicycle was stolen from a downtown area, while a Ford theft was reported at Seminole and Tajooka sheriff charges noted.
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I Bock
Gilbert Newton
J. A Tinsley
Clarence James Lee Carter
Floyd
Tahoka
Upheaval in Azerbaijan Edges Toward Security Council Debates
Report notes Hakimi's resignation as premier and potential shift in stance on the Azerbaijan province dispute. Tehran’s complaint could signal a Russian-favored outcome, with Monday’s Security Council meeting to address Iranian Greek and Indonesian cases. The article recalls U.N. votes that limited Big Three influence amid nominations rows.
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Baljen
Security Council
Azerbaijan
Hakimi
Russia
Tehran
United States
Ukraine
Paul ‘Ofie
Trygve Lie
Norway
Philip J. Noel- Baker
Chickens Colored via Serum Injections Experiment
By injecting a serum into eggs scientists produced chickens of various colors. The method appears to alter pigmentation during early development and may enable rapid color variety in poultry breeding. Researchers caution about ethical and practical implications for farming and markets.
Short Court Martial Question Memoranda
Memoranda discuss whether the individual named Short should face court martial proceedings. The notes cover legal standards, potential charges, and procedural considerations for military tribunal action. Names of institutions or officials are referenced within the context of military justice.
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Short
Freddie Freeman Jr in critical condition after Denton plane crash
Fred Freeman Jr remains in critical condition after a plane crash near Denton that killed his brother Walton Freeman. The Freemans are longtime Lubbock area residents with ties to local families and institutions.
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Fred Freeman, Jr
Denton
Walton W. Freeman
Lubbock
Freemans
Ed Hombright
Mary Freeman
Slaton School Bonds Favored by Voters
Slaton voters approved school bonds totaling 125000 to fund urgent replacement of aging facilities. The board had not finalized plans before the election, with old bonds recently refinanced to reduce interest costs while taxes may rise to cover repayment.
New Clues In Degnan Kidnap Case From Fingerprints
Detective Chief Walter Storms said fingerprints on the ransom note are a vital clue in the Degnan kidnap slaying case. FBI lab in Washington identified prints of a person unknown to local police. Desehe Smet, a 38 year old janitor, who was held for two days, filed suit in superior court for 50 000 damages.
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Chicago
Walter Storms
Degnan
Storms
FBI
Washington
Desehe Smet
New Orleans Minister Named Executive Secretary of Southern Baptists
Dr. McCall, president of the Baptist Bible Institute in New Orleans, accepts the role of executive secretary of the Southern Baptist Church executive committee, announced by Dr. J. M. Dawson of Waco. He will retain his New Orleans posi tion until school closes May 1 and then assume duties as described as the highest post in the denomination. He succeeds Dr. Arthur Crouch. In a telegram to Dr. Dawson, McCall cited divine guidance for accepting the appointment and expressed regret at leaving his current post.
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S. McCall
Southern Baptist Church
J. M. Dawson
Waco
McCall
The
Baptist Bible Institute of
Veterans housing drive secures 216 rooms near Tech campus
The Veterans Civic Service Committee reports 216 housing spots found for prospective students and returning veterans near Texas Tech. R. B. Glass notes about 100 volunteers canvassed nearby areas and secured rooms including 14 for couples. Call Dean James G. Allen or Glass for remaining vacancies.
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Veterans Civic Service Committee
R. B. Glass
Texas Tech
Glass
James G. Allen
Chinese Faction May Quit Parley Over Police Search
Lo Lung-Chi, spokesman for the Democratic League, said the group may withdraw from the unity conference unless the government explains a police search of a league delegate’s Apt area. He noted a protest letter was sent to Chiang Kai-Shek as talks over government reorganization drag on.
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Chungking
Lo Lung-Chi
Democratic League
China
Apts
League
Pee Pee
Hung Yen-Pei
Vocational Education Association
Chiang Kai-Shek
Chiang
Early Decision Seen On Milk Price Hike
Washington January 26 A proposed milk price increase for West Texas and the Panhandle nears a decision by federal authorities. Rep Worley urges at least a 52 cent raise in two steps, citing higher feed and bread costs. OPA regional chief R C Hughes in Dallas says a 26 cent boost is recommended to OPA headquarters in Washington.
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Washington
West Texas
Panhandle
Worley
D-Tex
OPA
Texas
Worey
R. C. Hughes
Dallas
OUA
Barge Breaks Loose and Sinks Off New York Waters
A towing barge broke free eight and a half miles west of Hen Island and Chickens Light, sinking after separation. Captain T A Tagland reported the stern barge missing, later found with a captain, his wife, and a crewman and his wife on a life raft. one couple is confirmed dead.
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Potas Veing
New York
Sherombes
T.A. Tagland
Conan
Philadelphia
Man Confesses To Slaying His Wife
Capt. Gordon Bowers of the sheriff's homicide detail announced Arthur Eggers aged 52 signed a confession admitting the slaying of his wife Dorothy 42. Her nude headless and handless body was found near a mountain highway on January 2. Murder charges will be filed against Eggers on Monday.
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Los Geles
Gordon Bowers
Arthur Eggers
Dorothy
Bowers
Eggers
Russians and Chinese Exchange Farewell Messages in Manchuria
Madame Chiang Kai shek read Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek's message praising Soviet troops for their role in Manchuria. A Malinovsky representative affirmed continued cooperation with China, while Russian troops prepare to withdraw from Changchun and Mukden amid fuel delays. Deadline for withdrawal remains February 1.
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Spencer Davis
Handset
An - Chan
Arewell
Chiang Kak
Changchan
Manchuria
Ae Rek
He Tate
Chiang Kai- Shek
San She
Pin Chiang
Chiang
Stalin
Rodion Y. Malinovsky
Russia
Soviet Union
Red Army
Far East
Changchun
Mukden
Nimitz To Have Goat Meat At Big Dinner
At the Texas Brags dinner in Washington Admiral Chester W. Nimitz will be served a home-town delicacy. Kerrville Chamber of Commerce donates 100 pounds of frozen goat meat for the event. Prominent Texans including the naval chief of staff are invited to attend the dinner hosted by the Texas Citrus and Vegetable Growers and Shippers association.
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Harlingen
Chester W. Nimitz
Texas
Washington
Kerrville
The
Texas Citrus and Vegetable Growers and Shippers Association
Couple Plead Guilty to Robbery in Local District Court
Wayne Nelson and his wife Lurline Nelson pled guilty to robbing liquor stores in Gore Gladwater and Longview. Wayne Nelson received a 35 year sentence to run concurrently with a Titus county robbery and burglary term. Lurline Nelson got five years to run concurrently with a Titus county term. Additional Dallas and other city charges remain pending.
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Longview
Eeter
Wayne Nelson
Lurline Nelson
Gore
Gladwater
Nelson
Titus County
Dallas
Nautilus to retire
The 3,000 ton Nautilus, the largest US submarine and first to sink a Japanese aircraft carrier, will retire, announced by the Navy. Pay Your Poll Tax.
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Washington
United States
Navy
Birth of Son to Mr and Mrs N C McDermitt
Congratulations are sent to Mr and Mrs N C McDermitt of 2110 Fourteenth on the birth of a son weighing 9 pounds 10 ounces at 4 30 a m Saturday in St Marys hospital.
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N. C
McDermitt
St. Mary’s Hospital
New Powers Granted to Housing Expeditor Wyatt
President Truman and Reconstruction Director Snyder transfer broad powers to Housing Expeditor Wilson W. Wyatt. He will plan programs to boost housing supply including affordable homes for veterans, issue orders to federal agencies, coordinate housing efforts, seek enacted legislation, and consult with federal, state, local officials and industry groups.
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Wasellington
Truman
Snyder
Wilson W. Wyatt
Wyatt
Pacific Headquarters Moves From Manila to Tokyo
General headquarters of AFWESPAC will transfer from Manila to Tokyo with Brig. Gen. Carl A. Russell announcing that by February 7 most personnel will be out of Luzon. Over 3,000 GHQ officers and men are moving this week as AFWESPAC handles Army functions in the Philippines and Okinawa.
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Manila
Army Forces In the
Pacific
Tokyo
Carl A. Russell
Luzon
Army Forces
Western Pacific
Afwespac
Philippines
Okinawa
German Admits Part In Prisoner's Death
Werner Hossann, one of seven German POWs on trial in the slaying of fellow prisoner Hugo Krauss on December 17, 1943, confessed at a courts martial in Bastrop Texas. He said he helped by throwing a power switch at the camp during the beating with a spiked club and iron pipe, and Krauss died six days later after being branded a traitor by his company. The court had warned against possible sacrifice confessions and adjourned until May.
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Bastrop
Werner Hossann
Vernon Lemens
Waxahachie
Tex
Hossann
Hugot Krauss
Krauss
Commercial Vehicles Required to Carry Flares
Texas Highway Patrol Sgt. E L Stroud announces a state law requiring licensed commercial vehicles to carry flares. Minimum three flares must be carried with placements about 200 feet in front of a stalled vehicle, behind it, and on the side. Operators should carry two flare sets for breakdowns at intersections.
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E. L. Stroud
Texas Highway Patrol
Teacher Killed In Crossing Accident In Refugio
Mrs. Maude Fe, a Refugio public school teacher, died when her car collided with a train at a grade crossing in Refugio. Survivors include her daughter Mrs. A. G. Hester of Amarillo and A. K. Dickson of Fresno. Also mentions electrical rates and cost per pound of electrons.
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Refugio
Tex
Maude Fe
Eve Rt School
Reugio
A. G. Hester
Amarillo
A. K. Dickson
Fresno
Terrifying A-Bomb claim discussed by General MacArthur
In a Commonwealth club talk Charles Moet quoted General MacArthur from Tokyo, saying the Hiroshima blast was outdated. He described a future weapon equaling 20,000,000 tons of TNT, surpassing the earlier bomb and suggesting civilization is at stake in modern warfare.
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San Francisco
Charles Moet
Iaatelattee
Hiroshima
Moore
Nagasaki
Eisenhower Opposes Rapido River Probe
House Military Committee Chairman May says General Eisenhower opposed any congressional investigation of the Rapido river battle on January 20 and 21. The 36th Division association had urged an inquiry at a Texas reunion amid reports of heavy casualties. May cited the Army chief of staff as sharing a similar view.
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Washington
May
36Th Division Association
Texas
Sence
Army
Demobilization Speeded in the Pacific
The Mid-Pacific Stars and Stripes reports a faster demobilization pace due to increased shipping. Enlisted men with 35 months of service begin processing in Oahu today, with others to be called next week. Stars and Stripes itself will soon cease publication due to staffing limits, Lt. Gen. Robert C. Richardson Jr. announced.
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Mid-Pacific
Stars and Stripes
Arm
Oahu
Monay
Mid- Pacific
Robert C. Richardson, Jr
State Bar Nominees For Top Posts Named
Fort Worth January 26 Nominees for officers of the State Bar of Texas were chosen at a bar directors meeting. James L. Shepherd and Col Meade Griffin head the slate for president with Frankpatrick W. Parker Jr. of Fort Worth and Robert R. Holloway of Reannweed among those named. Balloting is by mail. Directors also voted to resume annual conventions and to accept Houston’s invitation for the meeting dates June 27 to 29 or July 4 to 8 if accommodations improve.
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Fort Worth
State Bar of
Houston
Toiletries On Sale In Nationwide War Assets Sale
Surplus toilet preparations including toothpaste soap shaving brushes skin lotion and shaving cream valued at more than 3 million dollars will be offered in a nationwide sale beginning January 25 through the War Assets corporation regional offices.
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Cincinnati
War Assets Corporation
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