Senator Sparkman Pushes Higher Down Payment for Housing
Senator Sparkman proposes raising the minimum down payment for Truman's housing program to five percent, with plans to lift from two and a half to ten percent eventually. The measure targets private investment via a National Mortgage Corporation backed by government debt, aiming to fund up to 250,000 housing units. Action stalled by subcommittee quorum issues, awaiting Senate action next week.
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Washington
Sparkman
D-Ala
Truman
Treasury
Pro“Am
Senate
Chinese Red Radio escalates propaganda against Siam
The Chinese Communist radio in Hong Kong escalates anti Thailand bias branding Premier Pibul Songgram a Fascist and alleging Chinese residents face imprisonment and death. Thailand denies abuses while vowing to resist Communist terrorism as Bangkok prepares for a major U.S. diplomacy meeting that could shape Asia anti communist policy. Observers warn of possible long term moves toward broader Southeast Asia influence.
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Thailand
Siam
Pibul Songgram
Peiping
French Indochina
Burma
China
Bangkok
U. S
Orient
Japan
Tailand
Southeast Asia
Rossellini refuses to answer Bergman pregnancy question
Italian director Roberto Rossellini dodged a reporter's query about Ingrid Bergman's alleged pregnancy at a party in Rome. He said personal questions should not be asked and declined to discuss their engagement or marriage plans, noting Bergman is tired and seeking rest.
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Ingrid Bergman
Rossellini
Lewis Milestone
Ingrid
Miss Bergman
Saint Claire
St. Francis of Assisi
Dr. Peterstrom
Hollywood
Juarez
Mex
Man Convicted Of Manslaughter in Slaying Case
Ward C. Cornelius was found guilty of manslaughter in the slaying of Rev. J. P. Lane on a downtown Tampa street. A two hour jury deliberation led to the verdict, carrying a possible 20 year sentence. Cornelius plans an appeal after a second trial.
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Tampa
Fla
Ward C. Cornelius
Cornelius
Tts
J. P. Lane
Lane
Ann Cornelius
Georgia
National Assembly members head to Washington for aid talks
Five Korea National Assembly members who will seek continued U S economic aid in Washington depart February 1. Chairman Shin Ik Hi said they plan to stay in Washington for three weeks to press for assistance.
Scio star Bob Hughes nets 60 in win at Freeport
Steubenville Ohio Forward Bob Hughes a 6 foot 3 inch senior for Scio High School poured in 60 points in a Friday night victory over Freeport Scio won 96 50 The AP All Ohio Class B star 27 field goals and six free throws propelled the undefeated Scio club to its thirteenth straight win Hughes stands at 395 points over 15 games averaging 76 3 points per game
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Steubenville
Peggy Kirk Faces Marlene Bauer In Doherty Final
In Miami, Peggy Kirk of Findlay Ohio battles Marlene Bauer of Midland Texas for a spot in today’s finals of the Helen Lee Doherty Golf Tournament. Bauer beat Marjorie Lindsay to reach the semis while Kirk defeated Mrs James D Platt Jr 3 and 2. Edean Anderson and Poly Riley also advance to the other semi.
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Miami
Fla
Peggy Kirk
Marlene Bauer
Helen Lee Doherty
Midland
Texas
Marlene
Hher
Marjorie Lindsay
Decatur
Hil
Miss Kirk
Findlay, C
James D Platt, Jr
Edean Anderson
Helena
Mont
Poly Riley
Fort Worth
Tex
Old Bones in Bargain Horse Draws Attention at Widener Stakes
Miami AP reports five year old gelding Three Rings, bought in 1948 for 7500 by Mrs. E L Hopkins, is a candidate for Hialeah’s Widener. Trainer Willie Knapp compares him to Exterminator, noting Three Rings has not been in a claiming race since purchase and quotes 139,485 as a strong return.
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Miami
Fla
E. L. Hopkins
Hialeah
Rich Widener
Willie Knapp
Circus Ring
Old Bones
Knapp
Illini Edge Gophers 45 44 In Big Ten Clash
Today a year ago Illinois delivered Minnesota its first loss in 14 games, narrowly beating the Gophers 45 to 44 in a tense Big Ten matchup. The recap notes notable past events including Del Ennis signing with the Phillies and college basketball corruption cases.
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Illinois
Minnesota
Gophers
del Ennis
Philadelphia Phillies
Brooklyn
Akron University
Ed Oliver
Ohio Wildlife Council OKs fishing regs for next season
The Ohio Wildlife Council approved the regulations for the season starting March 11. Nearly 100 private lakes and ponds with free public fishing agreements are now covered, expanding on the tentative rules from last month after the usual public hearing.
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Columbus
Ohio Wildlife Council
Holstein Leads UC Scoring Ahead of Butler Clash
Jimmy Holstein, UC sophomore center from Hamilton, tops the Bearcats in points with 165 and 39 fouls while averaging 13.7 per game. He has team highs in field goals made 67 of 170 and free throws 31 as Cincinnati rides a 10 of 12 stretch into tonight’s key Mid American Conference game against Butler in Indianapolis.
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Jimmy Holstein
Hamilton
University of Cincinnati
Holstein
Hamilton Catholic High
Bearcats
Butler
Indianapolis
Ken Keltner Signs Contract With Tribe
Ken Keltner signs with the Cleveland Indians, added to 10 contracts already on file. His Milwaukee letter reduces the total unsigned to 28 before spring training begins March 1 in Tucson Arizona. Pitcher Bob Lemon, second baseman Joe Gordon and outfielder Bob Kennedy appear poised to hold out.
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Ken Keltner
Cleveland Indians
Keltner
Milwaukee
Tribe
Tucson
Ariz
Bob Lemon
Joe Gordon
Bob Kennedy
Duquesne Streak Extends to 14 With Win Over Youngstown
The Dukes, ranked second to Holy Cross in the AP poll, improved to 14 straight victories by defeating Youngstown College 69 to 49 after erasing an early lead by Youngstown.
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Duquesne
Debonair Dukes
Holy Cross
Associated Press College
Dukes
Youngstown College
Youngstown
Michigan State specialist George Smith in 1949 season
George Smith, Michigan State conversion expert, played during the 1949 football season and was known for holding the ball rather than kicking extra points in high school.
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George Smith
Michigan State
Morlatt obituary and local help wanted notices
Myron E Morlatt 41 of 648 Auburn St died at Middietown Hospital at 6 19 am ThursdayFriends may call at Jos R Baker Funeral Home after 6 pm Thursday Funeral 730 pm Saturday from Jos R Baker Funeral Home Rev W D Brock First Church of Christ interment Woodside Cemetery Dial 2 7271. Classified help wanted items for sewing alterations typing bookkeeping cleaning and odd jobs listed with contact numbers and locations across multiple addresses and names.
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17Th Ave
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Bethel
Methodist Church
RL. Taylor
Pollard
Alabama
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Goldsmith
Sarah Abigail
Main St
John I. Parr
Woodside Cemetery
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Highland
Garpenter
Franklin
First Ave
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Fairmount Dial
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Rowe
Denny Lumber CO
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Corner
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