War materiel shipments to Russia prompt U.S. protests
March 22 reports say U.S. presses disclose large purchases of war materiel by Russia for shipment to the Soviet Union. Papers claim engines, planes, and parts including B-24s C-47s and jet craft are loaded at depots in Texas Arizona California New Jersey and Washington. Longshoremen at Jersey City protest a Russian freighter loading with cargo. A House committee hearing discusses ERP funding and wartime aid amid political tensions.
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Engaged couple Ruth Nao and Mr Draper announce wedding plans
Ruth Nao and Mrs Edgar E Draper announce their engagement. Richard Sigier, son of Mr and Mrs William near Woods, will wed in the near future. No date set. American goods affecting Soviet power cited. Commerce Department notes limited gaps as ships clear prior exports.
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Edgar E Draper
Hichard Sigier
Willam
Woodsa
Commerce Department
Returning Marines From Saipan And Iwo Jima Onboard Warship
March 22 morning fog at Orland Army base recalls the return of 3,204 dead Marines aboard the transport Warhower W. Schwenk. The ship's arrival at the pier brings the largest group yet returned from Pacific battles, with most casualties from Iwo Jima and Saipan. Also notes cemetery totals and a postal service change effective April 1.
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Iwo Jima
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House Debates ERP Aid and Universal Training Plan
Washington on March 22 House Rules cleared the way for debate on a 6 2050000 program of European Recovery Aid and universal military training. Senate and House members pressed for quick passage as officials warned Russians threaten the West. Park Service officials expect record Easter cherry blossoms and crowds in Washington.
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Congress
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Marshall
Defense Forrestal
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Greece
Turkey
China
House
Senate
Eaton
R-Nj
Foreign Affairs Committee
West
Arthur E Demaray
National Park Service
Poison Gas Accusations Fly In Greece Debate
Moscow radio quotes the Communist Free Greece station accusing American officers of ordering poison gas use by Greek government troops against guerrillas in Castoria Macedonia March 15. The guerrilla radio protests, calling the act fascist and inhumane, while the American mission to Greece supplies advisory support to the Greek Army. In other news, Calvary Methodist Church reports its Bible Class session with 164 attendees and notes upcoming speaker Clyde Thomas.
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Bich
Calvary Methodist Church
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Edward Mantz
Raymond Ford, Jr
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Arthur Davis
Harry Kaeffer
Clyde Thomas
Local Vets Break Up Peddling Racket In City
Local veterans groups including American Legion VFW and AMVETS stopped a pair of professional hawkers selling pins claimed to aid needy veterans. Police intervened after victims were solicited in the business district with misleading pitches. No charges filed. hawkers fled the scene.
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Amvets
Fred
American Legion
Ocal
Mihai Sees Truman On Return To Romanian Throne
Former King Mihai of Romania told reporters after a White House call that President Truman shares his hope he will someday return to the throne. He said no discussion occurred about a government-in-exile.
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Truman
Washington
Romania
White House
Man Questions Ro Mania Return in Trumen Talk
In remarks to Mr Trumen he answered questions about returning to Ro mania, asserting his stance and indicating his views on the possible move.
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Romania
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