Taft doubts GOP credentials bid will win majority
Washington reports Senator Robert A. Taft of Ohio questions whether his followers will secure a majority on the credentials committee at the Republican National Convention. The panel will rule on contested delegates after national committee decisions, amid accusations of a Texas delegate fight and charges of a Taft-steered convention.
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Absenteeism May Set Controls Fate in House Vote
Absenteeism dominated House voting as Democrats fled for long absences impacting the price control bill, the Defense Production Act. The measure faces Senate action this week along with wage board reforms and broader appropriations tied to the foreign aid program.
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Civil Rights Bill May Stir Storm In Senate
Washington notes a new version of the civil rights bill could reach the Senate this week and trigger a fierce battle. Senator Humphrey says he will push to force a late fight over civil rights despite potential Southern Democratic obstruction.
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Redfield Burglary Suspect Faces Nevada Trial
In Carson City Nevada jury selection begins today in the case of Jeanne Michaud a 36 year old French Canadian described as the principal organizer of the Redfield burglary The millionaire victim La Vere Redfield faces a 50 000 bond to compel testimony. Federal Judge Roger Foley issued a bench warrant after Redfield evaded a subpoena.
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Defense Dept identifies 61 Korea battle casualties
The Defense Department released casualty list No. 591 naming 61 listed in Korea actions. It reports 12 killed 45 wounded one missing and three injured across various units and locations.
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Police Close In On Escaped Cons
Brazilian police narrowed the hunt for 57 armed escapees from Anchieta Island prison with 37 still at large and unarmed. State Secretary Elpidio Reali returned from the island and said order was restored after many fugitives were captured or surrendered.
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Philippines To Talk Jap Pact Special Session Opens
Manila reports the Philippine Congress opens a special session with the Japanese Peace Treaty as the main issue. The Nacionalist opposition in the Senate plans to block ratification, arguing the reparations provisions are inadequate.
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