Truman Backs French Plan to Pool Iron and Steel
President Truman voiced strong approval for a French proposal to pool French and German coal and steel production. The plan, pushed by French Foreign Minister Robert Schuman, aims to create a joint international authority to modernize and boost output, tying Western Europe closer together and aiding military and economic strength.
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Robert Schuman
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Commissioners To Be Named For Austria
The Big Three foreign ministers said they will appoint civilian high commissioners in Austria’s western occupation zones to replace military governors and ease occupation burdens. Acheson Bevin and Schuman noted Russia’s refusal to settle all issues blocks a treaty. Western powers aim for an early treaty and withdrawal while strengthening Austria’s government. Vienna remains divided into sectors like Berlin.
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Austria
U. S
Dean Acheson
Ernest Be
Russia
Vienna
Berlin
Pleasant Surprises and the Comfort of Parking Spots
A light verse imagines ideal surprises from tax relief to twins and a debt-free future, but the pinnacle is finding a legal parking space in a crowded downtown scene. The poem wittily contrasts common desires with a rare curbside relief, ending on the joyful moment of an easy park.
Truman Stand Proof of GOP Charge
President Truman refused to discuss Republican charges of political immorality in his Administration. Senator Taft said the noncomment stance left the charges undisputed. Taft labeled Truman's conduct as failing to address greed and privilege, while Truman said he had not heard Taft’s speech nor read it and would allow the Tribune to comment.
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Wolcott Questions Fate of Federal Rent Controls
Washington AP report says Representative Wolcott of Michigan doubts Congress will extend federal rent controls, deeming them unnecessary. The House Banking Committee approved a one year extension with automatic lifting if local governments vote to end them by mid 1951, reducing units under control from 11 million to 8 million by June 30. Democrats supported the compromise, Spence called it the best possible, with one Republican for and four against.
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Villagers Split Over Scheduled Bingo In Mechanicsburg
In Urbana Ohio AP report villagers debate a planned Eagle bingo game in Mechanicsburg with Mayor Chaney promising a raid if held due to gambling laws. Delaware Eagles Lodge sponsorship questions arise as legal teams prepare. receipts for charity disputed and campaign proceeds unclear.
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Edward Hackett
London
Madison County
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Delaware
Emmett Lewis
Two Ohio Men Die In B 29 Crash In Azores
SHREVEPORT AP Two Ohioans are listed among 16 dead when a B 29 bomber from Barksdale Air Force Base crash landed at Lagens Air Base Azores The Ohio victims include Lt Richard L Naylor 25 navigator son of Mr and Mrs David Kaylor Cincinnati and T Sgt James Robert Cleary 27 flight engineer son of Mrs De M Cleary Martins Ferry Ohio.
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Lagens Air Base
Azores
Barksdale Air Force Base
Richard L. Naylor
David Kaylor
Cincinnati
James Robert Cleary
de M. Cleary
Martin
Threatened Rail Strike Declared by AFL Switchmen
The AFL Switchmen’s union of North America threatens a 6 am Tuesday walkout on 10 midwestern and western railroads. The union seeks a 40 hour week at current pay, plus a 44 percent wage hike and related gains, affecting about 4,000 to 6,000 workers amid a broader dispute with railroad management. The National Mediation Board may intervene to avert disruption.
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Order of Railway Conductors
Investigation Sought On Postal Cut
Rep McSweeney Ohio says Congress should probe the main delivery curtailment order and its impact on veteran postal workers. He pledged to oppose any service cut that would lay off many mail carriers with long service. He had expected no wholesale job losses but now doubts that.
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Treated Well by Reds U S Flyers State
U S airmen Elmer Bender and William Smith said they were treated better than expected after being held in Communist North China. They offered no direct confirmation on signing confessions but described isolation and pressure. Captured Oct 19 1948 after engine trouble near Tsingtao, they escaped to Pearl Harbor then Los Alamitos.
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Hong Kong
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Los Angeles
Army Chief Urges Balance Of Military And Domestic Needs
Cleveland AP The Army Chief of Staff Gen J Lawton Collins urged a balance between military strength and domestic economy to preserve world peace and avert economic disaster. He warned an arms race is fragile security and touted U S Navy Army and Air Force strength while supporting European recovery and NATO programs.
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America
J. Lawton Collins
Russia
United States
Collins
Revision Plan Faces Senate Tests
Washington AP President Truman's reorganization program faces new Senate tests as five of his agency changes have died recently. A vote yesterday passed without debate on one proposal while two others affecting Commerce and Labor survived in the House. The labor plan seems assured in the Senate, but the commerce plan still must win a Senate vote before midnight. plans for the Federal Power and Federal Trade Commissions were also slated for Senate consideration.
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Senators face FEPC cloture vote amid civil rights push
Washington AP reports the Senate likely blocked a FEPC cloture motion, conceding southern opponents hold the edge as leaders seek to curtail debate. The vote tests whether civil rights legislation can advance this session, with about a dozen supporters predicting failure to close debate.
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Axis Sally Gillars Convicted on Nazi Propaganda
The U S Circuit Court of Appeals upholds Mildred Gillars sentence of 10 to 90 years in prison for broadcasting Nazi propaganda during World War II. The former actress was also fined $10,000 and becomes parole eligible after 10 years.
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Berlin
Cincinnati Bank Employee Surrenders After Stolen 7000
Paul N. Smithson, a 3 year employee at Waverly State Bank, confessed to taking seven thousand dollars from the bank. He claimed the money was later stolen in Cincinnati's alley, and said he fled by bus to Portsmouth before surrendering. He was expected to be returned to Pike County today.
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Chillicothe
Portsmouth
Pormouth
Newport
Quake Registered Near Cleveland At John Carroll Univ
A strong earthquake was recorded at 9 59 EST last night on a John Carroll University seismograph. The school estimated its epicenter about 8 100 miles west of Cleveland, likely near the Solomon Islands in the Pacific, with readings continuing for about two and a half hours.
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Man I's Given Life Sentence
James Winston 47 of Cleveland begins life in prison for the throat slashing of Alan Feeley 47 of Lorain in a September robbery. Winston convicted of first degree murder but mercy requested. he pleaded guilty. Confessed the stab while a companion held the victim. William Banks 28 of Lorain to face murder charges after Winston’s statement. Prosecutor said the pair planned a robbery but did not intend to kill.
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Feeley
William Banks
Paul Mikus
Bank Bandit Kills Himself In Robbery Case
In Steubenville area a bank robbery ended with one bandit dead by suicide as a getaway halted by police. Prisoner Nick Ladromatis, 22, was captured after a roadblock near Bergholz. The dead bandit, Mauromatia, 25, was said to be related to a Steubenville police officer. another suspect, George R. D., reported as teller witness, described the failed heist and the missing $1,000.
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Bergholz
Frank Hilldare
Nick Ladromatis
Jefferson
R. D
Deputy Sheriffs Seek Birns in Cleveland Case
Cleveland AP report says sheriffs struggle to locate Alex Birns amid a contempt of court inquiry tied to tampering with a prospective juror and alleged involvement with a racketeer’s car bombing and illicit numbers game proceeds. Other suspects faced charges but Birns remains at issue.
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Vacation Guide Promises Travel Tips This Sunday
What's What Sunday highlights Vacation Guide with plans for beach trips mountains lakes and more. I Am An American Day parade in Middletown features two World War II heroes Barney Ross and Capt. Don Gentile with biographies. Local travelers include Jack Fisher planning Scotland trip. Berlin teacher visit brings lessons on German schools for Middletown students.
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