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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1949
Page
1
Westbrook Pegler argues the fall of the CIO's Communist faction reveals deep corruption and betrayal. He blasts double-crossing leaders, denounces apologists, and warns that religious or political allies cannot cleanse the movement’s inherent vice. He condemns leaders who aided oppression and urges public scrutiny.
Chicago Feb 8 Presidents fact finding boards resumed study of two rail labor disputes affecting over a million workers. One board weighs the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers demand for a second engineer on diesel locomotives amid a 25,000 engineer strike against 15 railroads. A second board reviews wage and hour talks with non operating unions representing 1,060,000 workers after a proposed seven cent raise and 40 hour week failed to win accord. The non operators may strike at any time.
Washington reports a meeting of ambassadors from Canada Britain France Belgium the Netherlands and Luxembourg to discuss a North Atlantic defense pact amid U S talks with Norway. Secretary Acheson may address questions raised by Norwegian Foreign Minister Lange about Norway joining the alliance as Russia pressures Oslo for a favorable outcome.
Secretary Acheson and Harri man testified that the Soviet drive against European recovery falters as American aid strengthens western economies. Hoffman outlined a 15 month extension worth 5.58 billion dollars, linking economic aid to peacetime security and a North Atlantic pact.
New Orleans February 8 eight airmen killed when a B 25 bomber plunged into misty Lake Pontchartrain during a training flight from Keesler AFB Biloxi. Bodies were recovered from 14 feet deep while wreckage spread over a 100 yard radius. Names announced after identifications confirmed by debris findings. Recovery paused by bad weather but six bodies were recovered yesterday.
The Senate faces a possible filibuster next week by southern Democrats opposing a bipartisan bid to loosen debate rules. A 56 to 31 vote defeated a Republican speed-up motion, with seven Republicans joining 49 Democrats. Senate rules action may be reported by Hayden’s committee and could reach the floor next Monday, creating a political dilemma for Democratic leaders.
Washington Feb 8 President Truman gains broad power to reorganize the government with a veto by Congress. The house approved a measure giving the president permanent authority to reshuffle executive agencies, in a 356 to 9 vote. The plan aims to streamline the vast federal setup as Hoover staff previews a sweeping reform package.
Louisiana Chamber of Commerce officials convene February 17 in Alexandria with 75 to 100 delegates expected. Dallas director J. W. Baker and Tom V. Watson will speak as bills in Congress on tide lands oil wages and hours the Taft Hartley act health and welfare taxation and federal aid for education figure in discussions.
A Canadian cold wave and a Gulf of Alaska gale moved into the western states bringing heavy snow and freezing temperatures. Trains halted and thousands stranded as emergency measures were declared in Idaho and Wyoming. In China, fighting flared near Nanking as government and Communist forces clashed on the Yangtze, signaling renewed tensions after months of attempted peace efforts.
Dr Bela Fabian recounts Mindszenty case noting arrest, trial and sentencing by former Nazis turned Soviet loyalists. He names Dr Vilmos Olty as president of the people's court and cites prosecutors Martin Bodonyi and Martin Schweitzer, plus local officers of Schwab German descent who aided the Nazi regime. The piece questions loyalty of Hungary’s postwar judiciary and highlights continued fear under communist rule.
Washington Feb 8 government official told Congress not to baby labor unions as Senate labor committee nears its deadline on repealing Taft-Hartley. Robert N Denham said unions are grown and should bargain collectively, noting under Wagner Act they often imposed terms and used threats. He argued unions can be independent like big business.
Washington, Feb 8. The administration said it would roll back black market rents if Congress grants new powers. The plan would let the housing expediter seek treble damages, impose criminal penalties, and regulate evictions to curb unlawful overcharges. Fines to $1,000 or up to a year in jail could be used against landlords, while tenants fear reporting violations due to eviction risk.
In a swift three day proceeding in Budapest a five man court convicted Cardinal Mindszenty and six co defendants on treason and related charges. Mindszenty received a life sentence with confiscation of possessions and US policy attacked as meddling. Co defendants received sentences from three years to life and all were stripped of jobs and rights. The Vatican and Pope Pius XII reacted with sorrow as appeals and clemency options were outlined.
Vatican sources report Pope Pius XII learned of Josef Cardinal Mindszenty’s sentencing with deep sorrow and intends to protest in the strongest terms when opportunity arises. An American priest at the Vatican said Mindszenty would not be forgotten despite efforts to shelf him. The pope prayed privately after hearing the news in Budapest.
The Senate Banking Committee unanimously voted to probe why retail and consumer prices stay high. Chairman Maybank said public hearings could begin next week and noted findings could influence President Truman's stand-by controls as part of anti inflation efforts. Secretary Brannan warned the goal is economic stability for democracy.
General liquidation in Chicago board of trade futures sent grains down to their daily trading limits. March soybeans hit the 10 cent limit. May corn and May oats also slid to their limits while wheat, oats, corn, and soybeans traded lower. New York cotton and other commodities followed the broad decline with cocoa and butter easing.
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