Czech Refugees Land at Erding Air Base in Three Planes
U S authorities report three unauthorized DC-3s landed at Erding Air Base, carrying about 86 Czechoslovak refugees fleeing Communist rule. American intelligence questions the group as investigations unfold with secrecy. Some passengers may have left involuntarily while others sought asylum, and midair seizure could be involved.
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Erding
Germany
U. S
Munich
Cze
Air Force
Erding Air Base
Belgium Ends One Day Stop Leopold Strike
Belgium returned to work after a one day Stop Leopold strike that halted nearly 400 000 workers. A caretaker government leads as Count Henri Carton de Wiart told Regent Prince Charles he could not resolve the crisis after Premier Eskens resignation. Violence flared in Brussels with sabre charges by mounted police injuring nine as strikebreakers clashed with demonstrators.
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Brussels
Belgium
Leopold
Henri Carton de Wiart
Prince Charles
Gaston Evyskens
Eryskens
Social Christian
Catholic
Liberal Party
Eskens
Missing File Sought By House Committee
The House Un American Activities Committee searched for a missing file said to list congressmen who dealt with a subversive group. Matthew Cvetic claimed to have seen the file. Wood said records show it was never turned over. The document linked to the American Slav Congress, listed as subversive in 1948.
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Washington
House Un-American Activities Committee
Wood
D-Ga
Matthew Cvetic
FBI
Cvetic
Cambria County
Kearney
R-Ny
Nee
Pool Players Holdup Victims in Bronx Pool Hall
In New York thirty pool players were held at gunpoint by three armed robbers in a Bronx pool hall. Using a shotgun and pistol, the trio forced the players to empty their money onto a table as they looted cash and the register before fleeing.
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New York
Bronx
James Garfield Son Of President Dies At 84
James Rudolph Garfield aged 84 son of former President James A Garfield died of pneumonia. He will be buried Monday at Mentor his longtime home with family nearby in Bratenahl and Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Cleveland hosting funeral services. He served as secretary of the interior from 1907 to 1909 and held a long legal career beginning in 1888. He chaired conservation efforts and national commissions, survived by two sons Newell and James A Garfield, and by many grandchildren.
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Cleveland
James Rudolph Garfield
James A. Garfield
Mentor
Interior
Trinity Espicopal Cathedral
Garfield
Newell
Concord
Mass
James A
Glen Cove
Long Island
N. Y
Abram
Bratenahl
Irvin McDowell Garfield
Boston
James R. Garfield
Cal
Federal
Commission On Conservation
Chicago
Hoover
Congress
Ohio
Living costs drift down in February report
Washington AP reports February living cost index fell two tenths of a percent from January to February, now at 166.5 percent of the 1935-39 average. Food, apparel prices declined while meats, poultry showed slight increases and coffee rose to about 76.5 cents a pound. Rents continued a slight rise. GM wages unaffected.
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Washington
Bureau of Labor Statistics
General Motors
Union Accepts Chrysler Idea On Trust Fund
Peace prospects rose as Chrysler proposed a $30,000,000 pension fund trust and the CIO United Auto Workers accepted the idea in principle. The move followed a day of negotiations and a rejection of the lump sum offer, with talks paused until Sunday as mediators seek fresh proposals. About 140,000 state workers faced idle status, with 89,000 strikers and 50,000 indirectly affected by the walkout.
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Detroit
Chrysler
CIO
United Auto
Toscanini Turns 83. Maestro Plans Quiet Birthday
Arturo Toscanini, 83, in New York, marks the day with no special celebration beyond the usual Saturday BC symphony broadcast. The dean of conductors remains active, keeping a low-key approach to his birthday.
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New York
Arturo Toscanini
BC Symphony Orchestra
Spy for Russia case nears climax at Senate hearing
Senate investigators press toward a clash with Senator McCarthy over charges linking a State Department official to Russia's top espionage agent. FBI data on the principal case was provided to the Foreign Relations subcommittee, with Hoover and McGrath to testify. President Truman may allow limited access to FBI records.
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Washington
Senate
McCarthy
Russia
State Department
Capitol
Justice Department
FBI
Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee
Wisconsin Republican
Department
Tueay McCarthy
J. Edgar Hoover
J. Howard McGrath
Tydings
D-Md
Hoover
McGrath
Truman
MclGreth
McMahon
D-Conn
Green
Frank Buck Dies in Houston Hospital
Frank Buck famed hunter known for bringing back alive died at Herman hospital Houston after about a month in care. He had traveled from his San Angelo Texas home for a physical checkup at the University of Texas M D Anderson Hospital for cancer research.
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Houston
Frank Buck
Herman Hospital
Buck
San Angelo
Tex
University of Texas M. D. Anderson Hospital For Cancer Research
Dream Coming True for Betty Lou Marbury’s Hands Restored
In Brownsville Tennessee Betty Lou Marbury gains two hands after a cancerous growth led to amputation last December. The nation prayed for her recovery and now she faces a new life with both hands restored.
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Brownsville
Tenn
Betty Lou Marbury
Betty Lou
Truman Expected to Sign Price Support Bill
President Truman is poised to sign a compromise price supports bill after Senate approval by 38 to 31. The measure tightens potato supports, eases peanuts and cotton, and is administered by the Agriculture Department under a purchase and loan program. Senator Eliender predicts the president will sign to save the farm program, while Senator Aiken fears the program is on the skids. The vote followed a parliamentary snarl, with final passage reflecting a coalition of 28 Republicans and 11 Democrats.
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Washington
Truman
White House
Senate
House
Agriculture Department
Eliender
D-La
Aiken
R-Vt
Benton
Conn
Douglas
Lehman
Donnell
Kenn
Missouri
Millikin
Colorado
Brannan
Congress
McGinley’s basement swing fuels spring golf dreams
McGinley idolizes golf as spring arrives and he practices his swing in the basement. His goal is par and lasting golf ink fame, though his pro doubts he can break ninety five. Family watches his persistent golfing craze with mixed amusement.
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McGinley
Eternal
Golf Ink
Mece- Ginley
Republicans Seek Bill Protecting Officials From Retaliation
Senate and House members introduced companion bills to shield federal officers from job reprisals for truthful testimony before committees. Senator Taft and Representative Martin lead the push, backed by Senator Byrd and Senator Russell, amid debates on information access and a McCarthy era inquiry into the State Department. The measure would bar reprisals for officials airing essential information to Congress.
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Washington
Taft
Ohio
Martin
Rmass
Senate
House
Congress
Adm
Louis Denfeld
Naval Operations
Congressional
Department
Byrd
D-Va
Russell
D-Ga
Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee
McCarthy
R-Wis
State Department
Aft
Congress of the United States
British Labor Spokesman Harold Laski Dies at 56
AP reports Harold J. Laski, a chief British socialist spokesman and Labor party founder, died in London at 56 from pneumonia after bronchitis and influenza. A Labor Executive Committee member since 1936 and former 1945 46 chairman, he shaped policy and was a prolific writer influential in Anglo American left politics. Prime Minister Attlee expressed deep regret, calling him a man of outstanding gifts who advanced the labor and socialist movement.
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London
Harold J.laski
Labor Party
Laski
United States
Atlantic
Attlee
One Cent Refund Sparks Laughs in Monroe
Monroe AP reports Carol F Meier received a government income tax refund worth exactly one cent. The tiny check drew little value beyond amusement as residents noted the impracticality of the postage and effort involved.
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Monroe, Mich
Carol F. Meier
Freebooter Wins 104th Steeplechase at Alawee
AMNTREK Poyland AP Treebooter won the 104th ar and national steeplechase at Alawee with Wot Neo Sun second by 0 lengths. Acthon Major placed third among 49 starters. Le Daim scratched before post time for the world’s toughest jumping. Freebooter the joint 10-1 favorite with Wot Neo Sun, a nine year old gelding, led the field in bright sun over four miles and 856 yards and 30 jumps.
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Amntrek
Poyland
Treebooter
Alawee
Wot No Sun
Acthon Major
le Daim
Freebooter
Steelpoint-Proud Fury
Neo Sun
Sprig
Rte 1
Cab Drivers Voting Again in Cincinnati Strike Endgame
About 250 to 300 taxicab drivers in Cincinnati were to vote again on a nine week strike settlement. A prior vote reported approval by the Brotherhood of Taxi Cab Drivers and Cincinnati Cab Owners. 252 ballots were cast with 250 registered at the special meeting. Yellow and Ferguson cab operators provide most of the city service.
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Cincinnati
The
Brotherhood of Taxi Cab Drivers
Taxicabs of Cincinnati Incorporation
Yellow and Ferguson
Brannan to Speak at Ohio Farm Committee Luncheon
Columbus AP report says Secretary of Agriculture Charles F. Brannan will address the Ohio Farm Committee at a luncheon in Columbus next Tuesday. He is expected to discuss agricultural policies and farm issues with committee members and local attendees.
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Columbus
Ohio Farm Committee
Secretary of Agriculture
Charles F. Brannan
Blast creates 15 foot crater after dynamite truck blast
A Hercules Powder Company truck loaded with 10 tons of dynamite burst into flames and exploded on Highway 41 A near Nashville, killing two men, injuring others, and plunging mid Tennessee into darkness. The blast cratered the pavement and toppled power lines, felt across the region, drawing witnesses and authorities from Clarksville to Nashville.
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Nashville
Tenn
Here
mid-Tennessee
Hercules Powder Company
Bessemer
Ala
Clarksville
John L. O'Guin
Minis
Tle
Brantley
Elmer Craig
State Highway Patrol
Springfield
Theft hits Mose Meyer twice in Denver incident
AP reports Mose Meyer was robbed after his $70 overcoat vanished from a restaurant and his hotel room key was inside. Returning to his room, Meyer found a $125 suit also stolen. Police are investigating the double theft in Denver.
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Denver
Mose Meyer
Thieves Yestersday
Meyer
Foster Mother Of Child Actress Cleared On Punishment Charges
In Beverly Hills a jury acquitted Lorraine Michel on charges she unjustifiably disciplined nine year old actress Lora Lee Michel. Evidence included bruises and diet debates, with defense saying the girl was not starved. The Michels, who adopted Lora Lee and moved her for her career, discussed future plans and potential Europe trip for the girl.
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Beverly Hills
Cal
Lora Lee Michel
Lorraine Michel
Lora Lee
Ona Wargin
Michel
Michels
Schulenberg
Tex
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