First DP Family To Arrive In Maryland Tuesday
The Tokar family of five Ukrainians is scheduled to land in Baltimore Tuesday morning and travel to Miss Mary Crane’s Hamsville farm for labor duties. Sponsors will meet them at the Fifth Regiment Armory and arrange housing. Frederick County farmers have about 30 displaced persons applications pending.
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Baltimore
Onco
Mychaylo Tokar
Theodosia
Mfyron
Vologimyr
Eugenius
Mary Crane
Hamsville
Carroll County
Boston
William F. Laukasitis
Maryland Displaced Persons Committee
David L. B. Fringer
Department of Employment Security
West Friendship
Sykesville
Fifth Regiment
Near Fu
Mystery Signals From Atlantic Ship Trigger Mutiny Rumor
An unclear wireless message from the American steamer William Phips reported near the Azores sparked mutiny rumors after Coast Guard officials and British radio observers relayed garbled phrases like they are trying to kill me. A destroyer was sent from Gibraltar in response to the ambiguous transmission.
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New York
Atlantic Ocean
William Phips
Coast Guard
Stuart Heintzelman
Azores
Pierce
Portland
Gibraltar
Guilveston
Tex
Atlantic
Cruiser Milwaukee Returns From Russia to U S Docking at Lewes
The cruiser Milwaukee, loaned to Russia during the war, is expected to dock at Lewes Delaware on February 23 or 27. After arrival, crew will transfer to another ship and the Russian crew will sail home aboard a Soviet vessel. No further ceremonies are planned.
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Milwaukee
Russia
United States
Lewes
del. Navy
Kftwaukee
Beca
Stocks Slip on Light Saturday Trade in New York
In New York on Saturday February 19 investors faced a generally lower market with modest losses and some advances despite slow, thin trading. Downward pressure dominated as a handful of issues managed small gains amid a quiet session.
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New York
Students Hanged in Prague Spy Case
Two Czech students were executed at Fankrac prison in Prague after being charged with spying for the United States. The Feb 19 hangings mark a sharp end to the espionage case that drew international notice.
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Prague
Czechoslovakia
United States
Fankrac Prison
Philippine Court Sentences 14 Japs
In Manila on February 197, fourteen Japanese defendants were sentenced to hang by a Philippine army commission. Convicted on 20 counts of murder and rape, the group includes 13 Imperial Navy officers and one enlisted man aged 25 to 34. They were found guilty of raping and ordering Filipino and Chinese civilians at Infanta on Luzon in 1945, the largest war crimes case in the Philippines.
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Philippines
Philippine Army
Imperial Navy
Infanta
Luzon
Ttal
Sofia Papers Say Protestant Leader Confessed Treason
Sofia papers report Vassil Ziapkov a leader in the United Evangelical church confessed to treason in a written statement at preliminary hearing. He said he served as a link between Anglo Americans and the High Council and transmitted espionage data before betraying Bulgaria. The group faces treason, spring and illegal foreign exchange charges with trial set for Feb 23.
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Bulgaria
Vassil Ziapkov
High United Evangelical Church Council
High Council
Hungary
Josef Cardinal Mindszenty
United Evangelical Church
Britain
United States
Ziapkov
Congregationalists
Argentina Market Plunge Reflects Peron Economic Struggles
The Buenos Aires stock market faced a sharp plunge as pressures from a dollar shortage and Peron’s policy shifts rattled traders. The exchange, closed now, may reopen amid fears of further declines as imports are restricted and the industrialization plan is scaled back.
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Buenos Aires
Peron
Juan D. Peron
Economie
Miguel Miranda
National Economic Council
Woman stabbed in bed at West Sixth Street. suspect jailed
A colored woman reported to Police Headquarters at 4:15 a.m. today that she was stabbed in the back while in bed at 12 West Sixth street. She was treated at Frederick Memorial Hospital and then returned home. Police arrested Lewis E. Gibson of 10 West Sixth street on assault and battery charges. Additional arrests followed for intoxication and disturbing the peace. one man faced reckless driving charges with posted bonds.
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West Sixth Street
Lertie Hor
Frederick Memories Hospital
Lewis E. Gibson
Gibson
William Miss
East Patrick Street
Robert Engraim
West All Saints Street
Samuel R. Thompson
Rockville
Bill Would Limit Total Of Licensees In Frederick County
A proposed measure in the General Assembly would base liquor license counts on census population figures for Frederick County. It aims to limit beer licenses to one per 509 people and other licenses to one per 1,500, aligning with current rules but subject to court rulings and possible changes from the 1940 census. State Senator Edward D. Storm notes uniform charter bills and county board administration proposals remain in committee, with interest from other counties. No bill yet on legalizing pari mutuel harness racing at the Frederick Fair Grounds.
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General Assembly
Edward D. Storm
Boards of County Commissioners
Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee
Storm
Frederick Fair Grounds
Tucker Firm Reorganizes in Chicago
Tucker Corporation, facing organizational and financial troubles, announces a major board reshuffle. Preston Tucker Jr remains president. four directors resign. Twelve new members named, all Tucker dealers or distributors. Remaining old-board members are Fred Rockelman and Alfred N. Anderson.
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Chicago
Tucker Corporation
Sweeptimg
Preston Tucker, Jr
Tucker Dealers
Diputers
Fred Rockelman
Alfred N. Anderson
Rosa Ponselle Separated From Husband Carle Jackson
Baltimore Feb 19 Carle A Jackson announced he and Rosa Ponselle have separated. He declined further comment calling it a personal matter. Jackson resides with Ponselle at her Riverside Drive penthouse in New York. Ponselle, dramatic soprano with the Metropolitan Opera since 1918, was the first American lead opposite Enrico Caruso.
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Baltimore
Carle A. Jackson
Rosa Ponselle
Jackson
Riverside Drive
New York
Lx Theater
Metropolan Spert
Miss Ponselle
One Foxhound Killed and Two Wounded Near Woodsistow
A purebred Walter foxhound was killed and two foxhounds were permanently wounded last Monday when shot near Woodsistow. Henry Crum, owner of the hounds from Boro, was called by Woodsboro farmers to hunt foxes damaging poultry. County residents report abundant foxes and that one hunter has reportedly killed 14 foxes recently. The fox season is open year round.
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Woodsistow
Henry Crum
Boro
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Woodsboro + iy
Honoring Msgr Kelly with February 24 reception in Hancock
A testimonial reception for Rt Rev Msgr William E Kelly will be held at the elementary school auditorium in Hancock on February 24 at 8 45 PM. Monsignor Kelly formerly served as pastor at St Peter's Catholic Church Hancock and earlier led St Francis Catholic Church Brunswick.
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William E. Kelly
Hancock
Monsignor
St. Peter's Catholic Church
St Francis’ Catholic Church
Brunswick
Red Cross Delegation to Meet in York
Thirteen representatives of the Frederick County Chapter of the American Red Cross will attend a Monday meeting at a York city hotel. The gathering includes officers and members such as Roney, Mary Neeley, Dr Charles V L Matmn, V Briscoe, Harbour, Elmer, Marjorie Kine, and Charles Lane, with regional affiliates from Frederick, Harford, and surrounding counties.
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Frederick County
American Red Cross
York
Oconnor
Cold mass from Canada drives subzero temps and storms
A fresh cold air mass from Canada pushes temperatures below zero across the western storm belt. Snow and strong winds hit Wyoming, the Dakotas, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Kansas as flood risks ease in parts of Nebraska. Portland sees a heavy snowstorm and Mt Hood reports deep snowfall stranding skiers. Haylift and rescue efforts continue in Utah and Nevada as roads remain clogged in Wyoming.
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Third Acquittal In Meade Court Martial
Fort Meade reports the third acquittal of Lt. Col. George E. Pinard from West Springs South Dakota on charges of mistreatment at the Wurzburg camp. Col Henry H. McClune remains to be tried as four former Wurzburg officers faced proceedings. Witnesses claimed frostbite hardships and unheated cells amid testimony of others connected to the disciplinary facility. Private Joseph Surgs Pinard acknowledged inmate abuse during testimony. A separate item notes a property sale near Route 2 and deed recording near Route 15 in Hansonville with prices around $8,000.
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George E. Pinard
West Springs
S. D
Wurzburg
Henry H. Bmcclune
Pvt
Joseph Surgs Pinard
Donald J. Nye
Hope Nelson
Fuel sales fall as mild winter hits demand
Fuel dealers report 25 percent drop in January receipts from 1938, while February runs near last year’s level despite mild weather. Coal and oil burner stockouts loom as distributors warn shortages may persist, with few price reductions ordered and emergency supplies debated in the New York area.
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New York
Army Admits Bad Handling of Spy Report in Japan
Washington February 19 The army criticized for its wartime Soviet spy ring report in Japan acknowledged mishandling the matter. Deputy chief Eyster said the division issued a report without proof and improperly accused Agnes Smedley, an American author, of being a Soviet spy. Smedley called the charge a despicable lie and an attack on her character. Rogge, her attorney, said she suffers anguish and damage. The army statement was called a smear first investigate later and criticized as poorly documented and sensationally written.
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Washington
Army
Japan
George
Evster
Army Public Information Division
Divion
Agnes Smedler
Army Department
Eyster
New York
Miss Smedley
U. S
O. John Rogge
War Department
Abandons Idea Of Trying Out-eat Hog Stunt
County reports two young doctors seek Frederick County health officer post after eight months vacancy. Commissioners undecided on appointment timing amid unsettled health department leadership. Chief of Police Cisper Enkemann warns of arrests if further disruptions occur.
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Frederick County
Berlin amid postwar border tensions and urban control
Reports describe a tense divided Berlin with a no man's land center, restricted pedestrian access, and "danger ropes" around key points as the western and eastern sectors brace for potential seizures. The Soviet command promises new judges, while currency exchanges and smuggling fears surge amid blockades and airlift activity.
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Berlin
Beriete
Plane Crash Fatal To 14 In Coventry
A British European airliner and an RAF trainer collided near Coventry England killing fourteen people. Six passengers and four crew from the airliner died along with four RAF airmen. Police said there were no survivors and several Americans were among the unconfirmed classifications. The Dakota airliner was en route from London to Renfrew Scotland and crashed behind a hospital.
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Coventry
England
Air Mnistry
United States
London
Renfrew Scotland
Asks Longer Term To Serve Leas Time
A court case involves a defendant named Sammut seeking a longer sentence in a plea or appeal. The document references unclear details about prior charges and sentencing posture, with the phrase none of which appears fully legible. The record indicates a procedural step toward extended punishment.
USO Reestablished By Order Of Truman
President Truman in a statement announced the reactivation of the United Service Organizations to entertain millions of servicemen in 42 countries during and after the war. He said the move reflects a need for a large peacetime defense establishment and civilian counterpart.
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Truman Inday
United Service Organiza
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Truman
Pension bill sparks House debate amid veterans’ opposition
In a crowded House session lawmakers clashed over an $80 to $90 monthly pension plan for veterans with many voices questioning its cost and fairness. Rep Byrnes denounced the regulation as dishonest and warned it would shift tax burdens for decades. Veterans groups split with the American Veterans Committee opposing pensions while Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion pressed for $60 monthly pensions for those turning 60. President Truman and Rep Rankin, both WWI veterans, would gain under the bill if passed.
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Wisconsin Republicar
House
Congress
American Veterans Committee
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American Legion
AVC
John Rankin
Mississippi
Rankin
House Veterans Committee
Truman
Rep
Tenant Evictions Raise Rent Control Debate in Congress
Tulsa lawmakers wrestle with eviction protection and rent control bills as tenants face heightened risk. The discussion centers on whether current laws shield renters enough while landlords warn of financial strain, with congressional action looming. In a separate dispatch from Des Moines, Secretary Brannan states farm prosperity remains resilient despite fears of a downturn.
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Wallace J. Murpt
Tulsa
Comba
Indrawal
Trovan
Congress
Coroe
Peace Talk Urged by Hungarian Cardinal Mindszenty Letter
In Budapest on February 19 a letter from Cardinal Mindszenty urged Hungary’s Catholic bishops to seek a compromise with the Communist government. The bishops met privately, studied the letter, and adjourned without a decision. Some advisers favored Vatican guidance before acting. Mindszenty, imprisoned, asked Divine Justice for the judges to aid a home and abroad settlement.
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Budapest
Hungary
Josef Cardovenio
Mindszenty
Vatican
Indszents
Holy See
Effect of Chesapeake Bay Bridge on Eastern Shore milk trade
Maryland experts say the new Chesapeake Bay bridge will barely alter milk and produce movement from the Eastern Shore. Dr. R W Shermantine and Russell Hawes note farmers are satisfied with current markets and see little incentive to switch to Baltimore taping, countering Western Shore fears of price drops.
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Baltimore
Maryland
Chesapeake Bay
R. W. Shermantine
Maryland Cooperative Milk Producers
Russell Hawes
Maryland Marketing Committee
Shermantine
Hawes
Sherm
Philadelphiare
W. i
Shermar
United States Reds Taste Of Life In Russia Speech
A garbled 194P clipping discusses David Sholtz former Florida governor addressing U S readers about U S warnings to Russia. The text mentions the St Towser Hills Ledse No 35 and Sholtz as a Grand Exalted Ruler figure, with unclear references to federal court treatment on the other side.
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Baltimore
David Sholtz
Florida
Ted
Towser Hills
Ledse
Sholtz
Order
United
American Wounded by Rifle Fire in Korea
The U S Army reported that a U S captain, likely Keith A French of Rosebud Texas, was wounded in the leg and stomach when 10 shots were fired at his small plane near Kaesong on the Korean border. Identification withheld until relatives are notified.
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South Korea
U. S. Army
Kaesong
United Nations Commission On Korea
Keith A. French
Rosebud
Texas
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