U S Ships Loaned to Allies Grow to Vast Fleet
The United States has supplied enough ships to form a huge fleet for allies, with 870 vessels loaned or provided to nations including Japan, France, Italy and others over six years. The Navy still operates about 1,100 ships with 1,300 in reserve, and plans to hand over destroyer escorts Amick and Atherton to Japanese crews by mid May, plus the Mingo submarine later this summer at Mare Island.
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Trinity Episcopal Church Fire in Lawrence Damages Majority
Fire destroyed the interior of Trinity Episcopal church in Lawrence Kansas with losses estimated over 50000 dollars. The 85 year old landmark suffered major damage to furnishings while the masonry walls and steeple remained intact. The adjoining chapel and new addition avoided major harm though windows and water damage occurred. No injuries were reported and Rev Robert Swift was away when the blaze started.
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Trinity Episcopal Church
Lawrence
John Miller
Kansas
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Italian premier urges Americans to drink more wine
Washington and Premier Mario Scelba of Italy says boosting Italy’s economy could involve Americans drinking more Italian wine at meals. He says his stance differs from former French premier Mendes France who urged more milk. Scelba confirms he personally drinks wine.
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Mario Scelba
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U.S. News and World Report
Pierre Mendes- France
Scelba
United States
Japs To Expand Defense Forces 15 Percent Growth Ahead
Tokyo reports Japanese leaders pledge a 15 percent expansion of the country’s defense forces for the coming year. The plan, if Diet approval is given, includes more equipment and troops financed largely by the United States. American officials say Japan will still rely on U S troops this year or next, but the buildup could accelerate in the future.
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U. S
Praise For Einstein
President Eisenhower issued a statement Monday on Albert Einsteins death praising him as a unique figure whose work expanded twentieth century knowledge beyond measure. He said no other man contributed so much to that vast expansion.
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