Five Percent Wage Boost Arranges Marine Union Pact
Agreements reached after industry talks promise a five percent wage rise for seamen across Atlantic Gulf and Pacific sectors. N M U leaders expect ratification with unions like A C A and N M A backing the proposal. The move aims to restore merchant marine operations and stabilize the shipping workforce amid ongoing labor disputes.
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Tioup
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Europe must craft recovery program with European unity
Marshall urged Europe to agree on a joint recovery plan and for the United States to provide friendly aid rather than unilateral action. A British French statement stressed European nations must maximize effort to rebuild and import equipment, with UN liaison and possible exclusion of Russia if needed.
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Man Saved From Mob Sentenced for Assault to Ravish
Jimmy Harris, 19, Negro, rescued from a mob at Hartsboro, Alabama, a week earlier, received a 20 year prison term for assault to ravish after a grand jury indictment. Judge J. S. Williams praised the townspeople who protected him and noted the mob’s attempted lynching. Harris had been seized by about 25 white residents following an alleged attack on a 33 year old housewife. Mayor Hugh Vann aided in the escape and the case was moved from Kilby Prison.
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Truman weighs fate of Taft Hartley bill
White House aides say a message to Congress will go out around noon tomorrow to indicate whether President Truman will veto the Taft Hartley act or allow it to become law without his signature. A cabinet and party survey shows a divided stance on veto versus signing, with regional splits and fears of a loss in New York.
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Greece to reform government. U S aid plan outlined
The United States signals support for Greek government reform to empower center and leftist elements. George C. McGhee is named Washington coordinator for Greek and Turkish aid, with a staff in Athens organizing relief, health, industry, and agriculture. The Greek relief share is expected near 100 million dollars, while a 200 officer military mission arrives to bolster the army amid guerrilla pressure.
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George C. McGhee
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McGhee
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Will Clayton
Athens
Herbert P. Lansdale, Jr
Dwight Griswold
Nebraska
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Balkan
Priest Stabber To Go To Asylum In New Orleans
Don Laurentz a 28 year old former marine charged with stabbing Rev James W Courtney S J during Mass on April 21 was adjudged insane last week by a lunacy commission and was committed to the state insane asylum at Jackson today Judge Fred W Oser formalized the commitment. The report notes an ancient claim about copper plumbing in the Abusir pyramid temple built about 3000 years ago.
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Don Laurentz
Jackson
Laurentz
Fred W. Oser
James W. Courtney
S. J
Clayton hints at European program and Russia role in aid plan
The assistant secretary notes the US may safely plan foreign aid with reciprocal considerations and European and Asian involvement. He says he will listen in Geneva and later London, stressing Europe must propose the program while Russia could join if benefits appear, and that Hoover's critique should be explored by the advisory council.
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Tragedy at Shiloh Farm Claims Wynn Couple
Elderly couple Wynn aged 66 and his wife 67 perished in a rapid spreading fire on the Shiloh farm where they had lived for 47 years. Survivors include son Thomas Les of Shiloh and Wynn sisters Mrs. Liggin of Bernice Mrs. Briggers of Dubach and Mrs. Cawthorn of Jackson Ga along with Wynn’s brothers Jess Bee Ed Shaver Will Shaver and T S Shaver.
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William Liggin
Bernice
Robert Briggers
Dubach
J. C. Cawthorn
Jackson
Japan Farmland Share and Farm Family Reach High
Farmland covers 16 percent of Japan’s area and 48 percent of Japanese families are involved in farming. The U S Navy reports surplus value of critical housing materials exceeding 50 thousand dollars.
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Army officer warns of future Pearl Harbor risk and mobilization needs
Collins argues great ports and industrial centers would be targets in future war and urges universal training, unified services, and coordinated mobilization. He warns Germany once gained time to gear up and says the nation must avoid a repeat by rapid readiness and manpower plans.
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Bevin Flies Paris to London for Cabinet Talk on Europe Plan
British Foreign Secretary Ernest Bevin returned from Paris and joined a cabinet meeting to report on talks with Georges Bidault about the American aid to Europe plan. The joint communique invited V. M. Molotov to meet in late June to discuss the proposals as Bevin and aides craft a European revival approach. Bevin later would address the House of Commons on the plan and Balkan issues.
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Woman reels record rainbow trout in Idaho fishing feat
Mrs. O G Olson displays a 3 312 pound Kamloops rainbow trout caught at Lake Pend Orielle Post Falls Idaho on her first fishing attempt. The fish surpasses the world record by one pound set before May 1 this year when a 36 pounder was captured at Jake Pend Orielle.
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O. G. Olson
Kamloops
Lake Pend Oriello
Ida
Post Falls
Jake Pend Orielle
New York Stocks Rally Hits Noon Gains Across Sectors
The New York market rose at noon with early gains exceeding two points before trimming losses. Motors, steel, rubber and rail shares led the advance as bonds and cotton also firmed.
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Cotton futures rally then pullback as first notice day looms
Cotton futures rose sharply on heavy short covering and demand for 20 000 bales before profit taking trimmed gains. July crossed 31 cents in New Orleans trading while New York activity kept futures firm on ongoing buy interest and expectations of a larger crop this year. Spot cotton in New Orleans closed 25 cents higher with middling around 37.80 to 38.40 in brisk activity.
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New Orleans
Sales && T
New York
Commission House
Grain futures surge on corn demand at Chicago board
Chicago June 19 An urgent demand for corn pushed the July corn contract near its all time high at the board of trade. Oats rose sharply while wheat gained modestly with July wheat at 2.17 3/4. July corn finished 2 1/8 to 5 1/2 higher at 1.93 1/2 to 1.99. Oats advanced 3/4 to 1 5/3 higher.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
Potatoes arrive as U S market shows solid demand
Chicago market report notes total U S shipments 889 and supplies moderate. Arizona long whites fetch 4 60 while Pontiacs sell 5 00 to 5 25 per cwt all U S No 1 washed quality. Demand remains good and market slightly strong.
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Chicago
USDA
U. S
Arizona
Butter And Eggs Market Report Chicago June 19
Butter receipts total 753,034 with varied price bids across grades AA to C. Eggs firm with receipts 19,713 and no price change indicated.
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Gas shortage curbs Navy air program limits flights
The Navy reports gasoline shortages force reductions in air operations. Captain Ralph E. Wilson says aviation fuel allocations are tight as industry prioritizes civilian markets. Training will be limited to short hops near air stations and routine flights only. Station commanders decide what is essential.
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Navy
Ralph E. Wilson
Army-Navy Petroleum Board
Naval Air Transport Service
Navy Air Stations
Chicago Livestock Prices Reported With Mixed Averages
USDA cattle and hog prices show salable hogs 8 009 head and 12 000 weights with sows at 18 50 to 19 50 and top near 25.00. Cattle and calves total 4 009 and 800 respectively with fed steers at 28 75 and other grades ranging 20 50 to 27 75. Stock cattle slow with declines noted in weights and classes.
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USDA
Market Roundup of Stock Prices and Bond Quotes
Curbs Cities Service at 24, Electric Bond and Share at 11 5 8, Humble Oil at 59, Niagara Hudson at 1 1 4, United Gas at 15 17 8. Investors monitor shifts in energy and utility shares amid steady trading.
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Niagara- Hudson
United Gas
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