Reds Move to Form Unified European Command
London march 21 an announcement from the Soviet Foreign Ministry says Russia and allied states will create a unified military command after ratifying the Paris agreements on German rearmament. The plan involves the Soviet Union Poland Czechoslovakia East Germany Hungary Romania Bulgaria and Albania with Red China supporting. If ratified the eight nation alliance would pool armed forces under a joint command to deter Western power and preserve peace in Europe.
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Jockeys Injured in U S 340 Auto Crash Near Jefferson
Four people were hurt when two cars collided on U S 340 about a mile east of Jefferson near Maryland 59. Jockeys Joseph E. French Har visnan N L Howard Lyle Robinson Charles Town W Va and Donald L Boston LaGrange Ill were treated. French was admitted with facial injuries and a knee injury. others had minor cuts and abrasions.
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LaGrange
Illinois
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Congress weighs postal pay hikes amid party splits
Democrats and Republicans clash over a proposed postal employee pay raise base and percentage. The bill backs a 3 to 7 percent increase with proposals for 9 or 10 percent backed by some lawmakers. President Eisenhower warns against larger boosts signaling possible veto. The measure aims to set a blueprint for civil service raises as U.S. population shifts.
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First Maryland Standardbred Sale Draws Big Bids at Frederick
Harness horsemen from across the East and Midwest attended the Frederick fairgrounds sale led by sponsor Joseph H. Eyler Thurmont. The day’s top bid was 6000 for L. T. Eden, while Kirk’s Queen brought 5500 and Sir Darnley 4800. The 71 head grossed 38975 with total sales over 45000. Eyler plans annual spring auctions as the eastern harness season opens next week through November.
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Postal Pay Boost Rejected in House Vote
In Washington on March 21, the House defeated a bid for a 72 percent average pay raise for postal workers amid opposition to a gag rule. The vote 120 to 302 left open a future raise but signaled Eisenhower’s veto, risking no raise for about 500,000 post office employees. Supporters failed to reach a five thirds majority.
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