Nations in turmoil clash over steel strike and French crisis
Highlights cover the 750000 steel workers walkout and looming labor dispute across steel, autos, meat and electrical equipment. Truman fails to avert crisis as leaders accuse each other of provoking chaos. De Gaulle resigns amid French political upheaval affecting Europe. Greek monarchists attack Kalamata as government rushes reinforcements. Churchill arrives in the United States to vacation and paint in Florida.
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G I’s Reclaim Wire for Army in Europe
French civilian workers reclaim 100000 miles of German battlefield communications wire for the United States Army.
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Modern Bicycle Described as Cheapest Transport
The article notes the modern British bicycle contains about 1 500 parts and is designed to carry ten times its weight. During the war, bicycle makers in Britain undertook armament work while continuing to produce utility bicycles and special cycles for the Forces, including folding machines for paras.
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