Foot and mouth disease spreads near U S border
U S agriculture officials warn the foot and mouth outbreak in Canada is approaching the border, threatening cattle and hog movement and risking meat shortages. Ottawa says no reinstitution of B C livestock embargo. Calgary notes trading confusion amid new shipment limits. Weyburn and Regina regions report further destruction of cattle and hogs.
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Modern Submarine More Dangerous Than U Boats
Admiral E Rt Mainguy told the Canadian Club in Vancouver that the modern submarine is a far more dangerous enemy than the U boat, noting its speed, better weapons, and stealth. He warned a potential third world war could see Russia with hundreds of subs, and outlined Canada’s naval role and expansion toward a 100-ship fleet with half anti-submarine vessels.
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U S Pilots Claim Four Jet Victories Over Korea
U S Sabre pilots reported four Communist jets and two propeller planes destroyed in aerial dogfights over northwestern Korea near the Yalu River. In three clashes, 12 MIGs faced 80 Sabres, with one MIG probably destroyed. An earlier sweep downed two low-flying Rea planes. Australian Meteor pilots engaged two MIG 15s in a separate scrap. Col Albert W Schinz remains missing since May 1.
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Crop conditions improve with light Edmonton snow
About 2 percent inches of snow fell in the Edmonton district and Alberta agriculture officials reported greatly improved crop conditions. R M Putnap said harvesting of last year’s crop is complete in most parts of the province and snowfall helped prepare soil for spring crops. Top soil had been dry. the cold front from the Pacific coast dropped temperatures to 30 degrees overnight. Snowfall was confined to Edmonton district from 3 15 a m to 10 00 a m as the system moves southeastward bringing cloudy skies and some rain toward Lloydminster and Saskatoon regions.
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No Jet Planes For 1.C.A. Yet
Trans-Canada Air Lines will not operate jet planes yet as president G R McGregor cites insufficient cost efficiency data. The government owned carrier has ordered five Lockheed Super Constellations for 1953 delivery, with potential conversion to jet power for overseas routes.
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Commons Special Railway Committee
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Howe
Halifax
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Vancouver
Mutiny at Southern Michigan Prison Ends in Surrender
Dr. Vernon Fox dictated by mutineers a congratulatory speech for convicts after a five day rebellion at Southern Michigan prison. Earl Ward released Fox to seal secrecy over the plan as hostages were freed and the surrender moved up to April 24. The mutiny left one inmate dead, nine wounded, and $2 million in damage with reforms promised.
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White House talks collapse in steel wage dispute
Negotiations between the United Steelworkers and industry have broken down as the Supreme Court wage freeze, tied to government seizure of the mills, shaped the bargaining. Officials cited a wide gap over a 17 to 19 cent package and the looming court ruling as pivotal factors.
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Oil Strike Squeezes U S Air Travel Across Sectors
Denver dispatch reports a U S oil workers strike halting refineries including aviation gasoline units, prompting Interior Secretary Chapman to order airlines and private flyers to reduce gasoline use. The measure cuts airline fuel 30 percent and bans new aviation gasoline deliveries for 28 days above March usage.
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No Progress Seen In Truce Talks
In Munsan Korea Allied and Communist delegates held an 11 minute secret session with no headway. North Korea general Nam Il spoke from notes for most of the time and proposed a recess to Tuesday. Admiral Joy said they remained in executive session and would meet again tomorrow as negotiations over prisoner exchange and airfield rehabilitation stalled.
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New Disturbance At Montreal Jail Shatters Peace
Two new outbreaks at Bordeaux jail in Montreal involved about 250 prisoners in a yard between wings. Police used tear gas on a second riot after fires, damaged property, and food protests. no injuries were reported. Officers moved inmates to cells as unrest continued and damage was estimated up to 400000 dollars.
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Hilaire Beauregard
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Coronation Planning Begins With Royal Committee
The Duke of Edinburgh presided over the first coronation committee meeting at St James Palace to arrange Queen Elizabeth II's crowning next year. Churchill attended as the 36 member body, led by the Duke of Norfolk, will address pre ceremony issues ahead of the June 2, 1953, event. London hotels already hold rooms and many applicants for accommodation are being turned away.
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Reuters
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Britain
National League tilt and American League scores summary
Brooklyn lost to Pittsburgh 1 1 after rain ended the game in the eighth. New York edged Chicago 3 2 as late rally fell short. Cleveland defeated Boston 4 9 1 to 2 7 after a slow start.
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Alberta Premier Manning to Attend Dominion Conference on Tax Pact
Premier E C Manning announced plans to travel to Ottawa for a Dominion provincial conference on the tax agreement between the two governments. He said he will be absent about ten days.
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E. C. Manning
Alberta
Ottawa
Dominion
Queen Moves into Buckingham Palace
The Queen and Prince Philip moved from Clarence House to Buckingham Palace. Queen Mother Elizabeth and Princess Margaret have been at Buckingham Palace since King George's death and are expected to stay awhile before possibly moving back to Clarence House.
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Reuters
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Feel Russia Unprepared To Launch Hot War Soon
Washington reports a growing U S view that Russia is not ready for a hot war soon. Analysts cite steel and petroleum gaps and weakness in European satellite stockpiles. They note Moscow has relied on subversion and pressure while preparing for a potential regional conflict.
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Canada to lift month long credit restrictions
Canada will end the month old credit restrictions tomorrow allowing stores and consumers more freedom to buy long term goods. Finance Minister Abbott announced the move after the Bureau of Statistics reported a third straight drop in the cost of living index to 1887 from 1891. He warned restrictions could be reimposed if the situation changes and said the regulations, first set in November 1950 to curb civilian buying for the defense program, may be extended again if needed.
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Bureau of Statistics
Commons
Food Price Drop Lowers Canada Cost Index in March
Ottawa reports the cost of living index fell in March to 188.7 from 189.1, led by a drop in food prices. Clothing also declined while potatoes rose slightly. beef costs eased and overall inflation cooled after a December peak.
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