Report on Hughes inquiry echoes dissenting view
The minority Democratic report rebukes the majority findings on Howard Hughes and his war aircraft programs. It argues the majority relied on innuendo, notes Hughes spent millions of his own money on development, and stresses the need to protect citizens’ rights in congressional investigations. Churchill warns of a looming third world war.
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President's Offer Rejected by League Leader
Mrs. Joseph R. Furrington, president of the League of Republican Women of D.C., argued that the proposed forty dollar tax reduction is insufficient and cannot buy meaningful relief. She dismissed the offer as inadequate for taxpayers.
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Vegetarian presidential candidate ridiculed in late 1940s column
A humor columnist mocks the Vegetarian ticket nominee, guessing a name starting with J or W, noting beard and vegetarian fare. He jests about state dinners, cabinet choices, and military rations, joking he would flee to Leavenworth if elected. The piece ends listing preferred candidates and jokes about selling out to lettuce.
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Hollywood Whispers of Pettiness and Projects in June
Jimmie Peters rose from Ohio State to marquee roles in Captain From Castile and Deep Waters, then quarrels with her studio over a third part. Keenan Wynn and Louella Parsons weigh in on star temperaments as Zinnemann helps a rescued refugee boy reunite with his family. Nearby, actors fly Alaska for a premiere, and Virginia Huston discovers baby wildcats from a Benedict Canyon attic.
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Our Children By Angelo Patri
Children should be taught to use the telephone to keep in touch with home so they can call when late or in trouble. Teach calm, clear speech and prompt business statements. Practice with guidance, insist on courtesy, and avoid long talks to leave time for others. For help with bedtime troubles, see leaflet P-28, obtained by sending coins and a stamped envelope.
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Mopsy and Miscellany Q A Quiz of Facts and Folklore
Gladys Parker presents a quirky Q and A style piece exploring topics from preferential primaries to naval history. It includes questions about the Constitution's origins, the Three Leaves sassafras, and historic figures like John Wesley Powell in concise trivia form.
Biffle's Tomato Stock Quietly Delights Capitol Circle
Washington profile of Leslie L. Biffle a longtime Senate staff director. Known as Truman’s eyes on Capitol Hill he treats visitors to tomato juice labeled Biffle's Private Stock. He crafts blends from tomato juice and vegetables, keeps confidences, and distributes autographed tins to White House and Capitol friends.
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Fire destroyed bridge on highway 51 near LaPlace
News briefs report repairs to the fire destroyed 200 foot span on highway 51 between LaPlace and Ponchatoula begin today with detour signs guiding motorists. Cause of the blaze is unknown and maintenance engineer Fred D. King announced repairs start.
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O'Brien Hopes To Save His Hollywood Marriage
Hollywood gossip notes George O'Brien declares love for Marguerite Churchill and their two children as divorce rumors loom. The couple still lives together and recently dined as a family after the suit was filed. Other items cover Dana Andrews' Houston reunion plans and Bette Davis avoiding burns via a boxer dog.
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Voorhees Nominated Assistant Secretary of the Army
President Truman nominates Tracy S. Voorhees a 56 year old New York attorney for assistant secretary of the army. The report notes the ocean floor accumulation rates with faster buildup near land areas, contrasting with distant regions.
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New York
Centenary College May Get Buildings in Wartime Housing Deal
Centenary College may obtain titles to 24 government owned buildings at Veterans Villa in Shreveport after a House vote authorizes transferring wartime housing worth about 130 million dollars to about 900 colleges. The site, built 1946-47 under the Federal Housing Authority, includes a dormitory for 96 single veterans, three apartment blocks for marrieds, and 20 duplexes for families, all fully furnished by the government.
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Runoff vote seen in Newfoundland plebiscite
The Newfoundland plebiscite shows none of the three proposals reaching 51 percent as returns reach two thirds counted with independence favored by 53,131 votes, confederation 49,185, and status quo 17,948. A runoff between independence and confederation is likely, with slow counts from remote outposts continuing.
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Singer Ginny Simms to seek divorce in Hollywood
Hollywood June 4. Singer Ginny Simms says she will sue her husband architect Hyatt Dehn for divorce because of a conflict of personalities. She notes she has not sung or seen associates since last December but hopes to mend the marriage. They married in July 1945 and have a two year old son, David.
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Hyatt Dehn
Crossword Puzzle Clue Set From Yesterday
A dense list of across and down clues covers topics from food and animals to measurements and names. The puzzle mixes common terms with obscure references, inviting solution of a full grid by matching definitions to words and filling intersecting letters.
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