Britain Recognizes People's Republic of China First Major Western Power
London announces full de jure recognition of Mao Zedong's government, breaking with Chiang Kai-Shek's Nationalists to back the Peiping regime. The move reshapes Anglo American policy, shifts trade prospects, and sparks debate over U.S. recognition and future Far East strategy.
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US not giving up on China says Jessup
AP dispatch notes Ambassador At Large Philip Jessup reaffirmed that the United States has not abandoned China and will not, despite Truman’s Formosa stance. He stressed continued friendship with the Chinese people and opposed to forcing regime change by force. General MacArthur’s HQ outlined Japan policy. Jessup to discuss a Japanese peace treaty. Formosa policy raises concern as defenders expect the Nationalists may lose the island, threatening nearby American bases.
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Famed Geographer Dr Isaiah Bowman Dies in Baltimore
Dr Isaiah Bowman president emeritus of Johns Hopkins University and a leading geographer died at Johns Hopkins Hospital this morning. He was 71 years old, with a December 26 birthday.
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McGinley Learns Household Duties After Wife’s Illness
When McGinley’s wife was ill he served as nurse and took over all chores. He became cook, washer, shopper, and washerwoman. He burned a finger peeling potatoes and wrecked a dish while scrambling eggs. He bathed the kids and endured the toil, learning why washing and housework strain a woman’s hands. His spirits rose when his wife finally said she was well.
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Storms and floods disrupt vast regions across South Midwest
Flood perils mounted in Indiana and Illinois as severe ice storms hit Memphis. Hundreds homeless, three drowned, power and phone outages widespread. Weather extended east to Ohio and Pennsylvania while California crops warned. Indiana National Guard on emergency duty. Illinois Army aid mobilized. Cold snap and continued storms threaten further damage.
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Five Ohio coal firms sue Lewis and UMW leaders
Five eastern Ohio coal companies file five suits in Cambridge Common Pleas Court seeking nearly 8 million dollars in damages from John L. Lewis and United Mine Workers leaders and treasury. They also seek injunctions to block adherence to Lewis three day work week. Damages stem from miner strikes and stoppages in 1949 estimated at 7 million tons.
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Retired teacher Conrad Yahreis dies at 85 in Dayton
In Dayton Ohio AP reports Conrad Yahreis a retired public school music instructor died yesterday at age 85. The longtime educator served many years shaping district music programs and communities.
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U S Formosa Action Sparks GOP Protest
Washington reports a quiet move to evacuate Americans from Formosa prompted denunciations from Republicans while Democrats backed President Truman. Senate debate continued over aid to Formosa, with Vandenberg criticizing the decision for lacking congressional consultation.
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Pact Nations To Approve Defense Plan
Washington AP The 12 nation Atlantic Pact Council met to approve a secret plan to defend western Europe from potential aggression. Secretary of State Acheson presided as the 12 governments aim to pool forces, with Paris backing in December, and roles for French Army, British and American navies to control sea lanes and bombing.
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New Housing Plan For Middle Class Ready For Congress
Washington AP reports a new Administration housing program to fund thousands of homes for moderate income families. Senator Sparkman says the plan could make 2.0 to 2.25 billion available over two years with National Mortgage Corporation for Housing Cooperatives guarantees up to 95 percent of value. Public hearings begin next week as lawmakers prepare identical House and Senate measures.
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Weather Woes Persist Across Ohio Amid Ice and Flood
Heavy weather and freezing rain hit western and northern Ohio with occasional rain in the southeast. Roads were slushy around Akron Warren Sidney and Dayton while Dayton area driving remained hazardous. Ice and high water affected several rivers and utilities with power cuts in Brookville near the border.
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Four Indicted After Probe Of Fist Fight
Athens AP report: grand jury indicted three persons for perjury and one for assault and battery after examining a fist fight between school official W. G. Davis and candidate Leroy Bricker. Bricker, unseated candidate for school board, named in perjury and assault charges. Dennis McNabb and Earl Jack Canter charged with perjury. Davis’ related charge ignored by Bricker’s wife.
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Kin Of Tafts Dies In San Diego
Frances Taft Edwards sister of President Taft and aunt of Senator Taft died at 83 in San Diego. Survived by nephew Charles P Taft and niece Helen Taft Manning of Cincinnati. Funeral services held today.
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Truman forecasts 61 million jobs now and 64 million in five years
President Truman declares the United States can offer 61 million jobs this year and 64 million in five years, with the ultimate goal of the complete elimination of poverty. The remarks, reported by Sterling F. Green from Washington, outline ambitious employment targets and poverty reduction aims.
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U S drawing up Far East policy
Washington reports administration leaders shaping a Far East policy to drive a wedge between China and Communist Russia, favor Nationalists against Communists, and offer aid to nations threatened by aggression. Acheson to present the policy before Senate and House committees amid Formosa tensions.
Bitter Cold Hits Hell Norway With 40 Below
In Hell Norway temperatures plunged to forty degrees below zero yesterday, testing residents and equipment as record low conditions swept across the region. Local officials warned of frostbite risk and advised extra precautions for outdoor work and travel.
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YMCA Girls' Rhythmic swimmers lead Sunday feature
Sunday's lead feature profiles the YMCA Girls' Rhythmic team, noting their music ear and swimming prowess as they glide through the pool. Other highlights recall Lebanon's old Toonerville Trolley days, March of Dimes booths by Middletown High students, and Betty Cook's wartime WAC story after a Philippine explosion.
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