Ford Strike Peace Talks In Third Day
Detroit report on the Ford strike entering its third day as nearly 100000 idle workers loom, with 90000 already off and 106000 total production staff at risk. UAW CIO pace of 65000 continues as Ford adds a production expert Del S. Harder to talks, while Reuther plans a Pittsburgh meeting with CIO leader Murray. Chrysler meanwhile faces potential early return to work for 33000 workers amid a wider supply disruption and a Vent dispute with Motor Products.
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Detroit
Ford
CIO
United Auto Workers
del S. Harder
John S. Bugas
UAW
Walter Reuther
Phil Murray
Pittsburgh
Reuther
Henry Ford II
Chrysler
Crysler
Motor Products Corporation
Uaw-Cio
Spy Probers Meet Behind Closed Doors
Washington AP Senator McCarran A subcommittee held a secret session with a mystery witness called Mr X. Aides said the witness is in danger and cannot be named due to overseas connections. The hearing concerns a deportation bill for aliens in subversive activities and immigration barriers.
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Washington
Senate
McCarran
D-New
Judiciary
Subcommittee
United States
Tanker Atlanta sends SOS in Caribbean blaze
The S S Atlanta a 9683 ton tanker radioed SOS signals early today reporting a fire in the Caribbean. All crew except the captain and radio operator abandoned ship in lifeboats. Position 330 miles northeast of Barbados. Owned by Otto Kihlstrom of Goeteborg Sweden. Coast Guard cutter Pandora en route to assist. Italian ship Foscolo also heading to scene. Casualties unknown.
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NEW York
S. S. Atlanta
Caribbean
Coast Guard
Otto Kihlstrom
Goeteborg
Sweden
Barbados Islands
Trinidad
Pandora
San Juan
Puerto Rico
S. S. Foscolo
Friday the 13th Safer Says Safety Survey
The National Safety Council conducted a Friday the 13th motor death survey to gauge superstition. The study found the date 17 percent safer than the five surrounding Fridays, marking its only day-by-day check on traffic fatalities.
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Chicago
National Safety Council
Council
Berlin Lifts Blockade as Allies Resume Rail and Road Traffic
The Berlin blockade ends after 327 days with ground traffic resuming from the West. Allied trains and food freight enter the city while the airlift continues for at least 30 days to build stockpiles. East and West Berlin retain separate administrations and police while celebrations spread across the city.
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Berlin
West Berlin
Hitler
West Germany
First post block Berlin train arrives late
The initial U S train to Berlin reached west Lichterfelde station at 9 40 am, three hours behind schedule. Commander Lieut William Vanderpoel, Wichita, declined comment on delay. Passengers said Russians blocked nine cars for two hours, then traffic resumed and few spectators greeted the Americans. Among travelers were Maj Joseph Chavez of Albuquerque and Mrs Foote of Baltimore with her son Paul. Normal surface parcel post to Berlin resumed with reduced rates, six cents per pound for the U S British French zones and 14 cents for the Russian sector.
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Berlin
William F. Vanderpoel
Wichita
Kansas
Lichterflederwest
Paul Luteier
Detroit
Mich
Magdeburg
Washington
U. S
Post Office Department
Strong Grip Saves Child From Cliff Plunge
Five year old Jimmy Lardo slipped along a 60 foot cliff and clung to a small tree. Firemen could not reach him until an extension ladder was brought. Two firefighters carried him to safety as he stayed cool throughout the ordeal.
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Pittsburgh
Jimmy Lardo
Jimmy
Radio Comedians Face Court Suit
LOS ANGELES AP Amos n Andy sued for 300000 by William Morris agency claiming the group lost a weekly 11000 commission after brokered deal with Lever Brothers. Suit says the duo sold to CBS for a large sum last summer and tried to end agency payments though Lever Brothers remained sponsor.
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William Morris Talent Agency
Lever Brothers Company
Amos ‘N Andy
Columbia Broadcasting System
Lever Brothers
Stowaway Gerhardt Eisler Identified On Polish Liner
A stowaway on a Polish liner, tentatively identified as Gerhardt Eisler, the missing alien Communist with bail set at 23500, was found aboard after paying for first class passage. The ship, from New York six days earlier, was bound for Gdynia, with Scotland Yard awaiting Southampton arrival while U S Justice Department probes Eisler's disappearance. Eisler, 53, faced possible jail time and deportation while denying being the No 1 Red. He had sought UN help to depart.
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NEW York
Gerhardt Eisler
United States
Eisler
Gdynia
Poland
Scotland Yard
Southampton
England
U. S. Department of Justice
Ping Lines, Ltd
Hisler
U. S
L Eisler
House Committee On UN - American Activities
United Nations
Two Attacks on Shanghai Reported as Red Forces Advance
Communist forces push toward Shanghai with two separate attacks in progress. Taichang site 21 miles northwest sees heavy fighting and government repels Red regiments. another thrust near Shihutang 25 miles southwest gains ground while Hankow front reports unprecedented fury but small-scale action. Casualties cited and garrison orders noted.
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Shanghai
Red
Taichang
Shihutang
Central
Kashan
Chenmu
Kunshan
Hankow
Santaochao
Niehkow
Yangtze
Housing Bill Approved By Committee In House
The House Banking Committee approved the administration's housing bill 14 to 7. It funds a multi billion program for slum clearance, low rent housing and farm housing aids, aiming to construct 1,050,000 units in seven years as requested by President Truman. The Senate bill proposes 810,000 units in six years. Banking Chairman Spence predicted a decisive House vote next week.
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Washington
House Banking Committee
Truman
Senate
Banking
Spence
D-Ky
NCR Company Plans Layoff Of Employes
Dayton Ohio AP reports the National Cash Register Company will lay off 1500 to 2000 employees, about 15 percent of its 14,000 staff. The cuts begin Friday to rebalance production with current sales after wartime inventory buildup. The reduced rolls will match peak wartime levels and exceed prewar averages by 4,500.
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Dayton, O
National Cash Register Company
Bricker to Speak at Middletown I Am An American Day
United States Senator John W. Bricker of Ohio will address Middletown for 1949 I Am An American Day at the American Legion auditorium. The event features a six division parade with 18 floats and 12 bands, reviewed by dignitaries, followed by a ceremony. Ohio National Guard P-51s will fly in formation over the parade, and a 90 millimeter anti aircraft gun exhibit is planned near Verity Parkway with unit members providing explanations and drills.
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Middledown
United States
John W. Bricker
Ohio
Hugh Wright
American Legion Auditorium
Senator Bricker
Central Ave
American Legion
Sette Ahrin St
Charles St
Central
Main
Second Ave
Ohio National Guard
Vandalia
James Cochran, Jr
Middletown
371St Aaa Group
Verity Pkwy
Cochran
House Members May Get More Cash For Staff And Bills
Washington AP reports House Administration Committee approved a measure to add 3000 dollars yearly for clerk hire and up to 500 dollars for official telephone and telegraph costs per member. Senate support seen likely due to tradition of mutual housekeeping. Members currently receive about 12000 dollars for clerical help and pay telephone costs themselves.
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Washington
House
House Administration Committee
Senate
Israel Granted United Nations Membership
New York AP Israel’s admission as the 59th UN member was approved by a 37-12 vote with nine abstentions. Arab walkouts occurred but some representatives returned for talks on later agenda items including freedom of information and Spain. The Assembly also weighs Italy’s pre-war colonies and possible full diplomatic relations with Franco regime.
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New York
Israel
United Nations
General Assembly
Spain
Italy
Trial Postponed in Mooney Liquor Permit Bribe Case
PAINESVILLE Ohio AP reports the trial of C M Mooney for soliciting a bribe connected to liquor permit issuance was postponed from today to May 18.
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Painesville, O
C. M. Mooney
Attica woman pioneer in home demonstration dies at 77
Mrs. Adelia E. Wolfe aged 77 of Attica Ohio died yesterday in Tiffin. A pioneer in home demonstration work she was among the early women to promote domestic science and rural education projects. She contributed to community programs and Extension Service initiatives during her years of service.
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Tiffin
Adelia E. Wolfe
Attica
Truman presses for four billion tax hike to avert deficit
President Truman insisted on a 4 billion dollar tax increase to prevent government red ink, proposing use of 2 to 5 billion toward the public debt. He reiterated a commitment to strict economy, discussed deficit projections for the year ending June 30, and touched on several political and foreign policy notes during a news conference.
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Washington
Truman
Economic Advisory Council
Veterans Committee
Byrd
Army
Navy
Jonathan Daniels
N. C
Daniels
Berlin
Acheson
Spain
United States
GOP Senate money bill defeat softens economy push
Washington AP reports Republican leaders vow to press economy cuts after the Senate approved a $3.113 billion Treasury and Post Office budget for the coming fiscal year. A five percent reduction bid failed 45-33, and the bill carries $40.25 million more than the House version. Senators Taft Bricker pledged continued effort despite the setback as conferees work toward a compromise.
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Washington
Senate
Treasury
Post Office
House
Ohio
Robert A. Taft
John W. Bricker
Treasury-Post Office
Bridges
Post Office-Treasury
Congress
Taft
GOP
Appropriations Committee
Byrd
Douglas
Ill
George
Truman Pledges Full UN Support Amid Disappointment In 1948
President Truman pledged full Administration support for the United Nations despite disappointment over its failure to secure greater world security. He submitted a Congress report blaming Russia for the failures while highlighting the Atlantic Pact as a bolster for the UN. Acheson spoke of both hope and disappointment, noting faith in UN principles but flags of loyalty in the world body.
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Washington
Truman
United Nations
Congress
Russia
Senate
World Organization
America
Acheson
West
Arabs Stage Demonstration in Tripoli Libya
Rioters tore the U S flag from the American consulate and hurled stones at windows during a protest over a 1951 plan to restore Tripolitania to Italian trusteeship. Demonstrators also attacked the French and British consulates while shouting anti Bevin slogans. A curfew and mobile police patrols were imposed as tensions rose.
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Tripoli
LIBIA
United States
Tripolitania
Russia
Bevin
U. S
Orray Taft, Jr
Str
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Andy
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