Dominican and Haitian Tensions Stir OAS Debates in 1949
The Inter-American Peace Committee wrestled with Dominican and Haitian charges alleging plots to topple regimes, invoking the Rio Treaty and debating whether it applied to de facto situations. Controversies over exile plots, Cuban involvement, and regional responses dominated discussions as negotiations continued.
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Operation Lifeguard Nets 88 Drunk Drivers in Oklahoma
Oklahoma City police report Operation Lifeguard, aimed at drunken driving, netted 88 imbibers in its first two days. An additional 460 violators received citations and 826 were given written warnings. Patrol Chief Lyle Baker noted 1,367 rural crashes last year were caused by drinking while driving.
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China Eyes Grain Stockpile as Trade With West Grows
Chinese economist Yang Yung says China favors imports from the West to build grain reserves amid a broader shift toward international trade. He notes debt repayment to the Soviet Union, hopes for steady wheat purchases from Canada, and potential increases in cotton and consumer goods trade with Western and allied nations.
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China
Xing Aecl
Jontna
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Canada
Hong
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