Yudong Falls to American Troops Near Hongchon Front
American forces from the Second Division seized Yudong, 11 miles southeast of Hongchow, after a brief firefight. Allied columns closed toward the 38th Parallel as Fifth Air Force bombers hit a northeast Red concentration area. British and Canadian units neared Hongchon, while U.S. First Cavalry and other troops advanced within about four to four and a half miles of the town.
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Snowballs Fly In Dixie Frost Perils Drops
A broad winter storm grips the South and Midwest as frost harms Texas tomato crops and snow blankets regions from Florida to Minnesota. Fire warnings, power outages and road closures accompany icy conditions while Iowa voters braved snow. A Tampa baby tornado damages windows. coalitions delay due to weather.
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Noted figures on Korea and sports commentaries
International News Service survey quotes Lt Gen Matthew Ridgway stating China must concede defeat in Korea. Erle Cocke Jr of the American Legion urges end to restriction on U.N. forces in Korea. Baseball Commissioner A B Chandler comments on his job dispute with team owners, referencing his Confederate suit.
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European Troop Ban Rejected by House Armed Services
The House Armed Services Committee rejected a motion by Rep. Harry L. Towe to bar sending troops to Europe without prior congressional consent. The 21 to 14 vote came as part of debate on a draft bill lowering the draft age from 19 to 18. The amendment would bar deployments to NATO nations within 12 months except Britain and Iceland unless Congress approved in advance.
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Californians Push to Include Glen Canyon Cost in Arizona Project
Washington March 13 Californians urged that the 300 million dollar Glen Canyon Dam be counted as part of the Central Arizona Project. Arizona irrigation official R Gail Baker argued Glen or Bluff Canyon dams must be built to protect Bridge Canyon Dam. California Representative Engle said Glen Canyon cost should be added to the 788 million dollar Arizona Project estimate. Arizona engineer E B Debler suggested moderate sewage reclamation and flood water use could cut California's river needs. Chairman Murdock said testimony would resume with Charles A Carson tomorrow.
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Hungary reintroduces milk rationing to curb hoarders
In Budapest on March 13, Hungary’s Communist-led government announced the reintroduction of milk rationing. An official stated the measure was needed to prevent hoarding and ensure supply.
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High of 83 Expected Here in Phoenix Weather Outlook
The United States Weather Bureau foresees generally fair weather and above normal temperatures in the Valley and Arizona through next Wednesday. Clear skies today bring a predicted high of 83 in Phoenix, with yesterday’s highs at 76 downtown and 78 at the airport and early lows of 45 and 40 respectively.
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Frank Costello balks at giving probers data on riches
New York March 13 AP reports Frank Costello, reputed underworld boss, faced possible deportation steps and balked at disclosing the full extent of his wealth to Senate crime probes. He argued such details could incriminate him and maintained his composure amid probing questions.
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Costello Defies Senate Panel Over Prohibition-Era Bootlegging
In a heated Senate inquiry Costello denies pre 1925 bootlegging charges and accuses the committee of branding him a crime boss. He demands evidence and fair treatment while his attorney notes his right to silence. Tobey cites grounds for possible deportation actions.
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Ohioan Links GOP Leader Accused of Influence Peddling
Rep Wayne L Hays alleges GOP leader Guy Gabrielson received 18.5 million dollars in RFC loans for his firm and charged 100000 for services. He claims two senators pressured for loans to Carthage Hydrocol, Gabrielson's firm. Hays promised to name names on a broadcast tonight.
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Slaying Confession Starts Desert Hunt
James S. McKenney a 42 year old roofing salesman confessed to police that he killed Thelma Powell 31 after keeping the secret for three years He guided authorities to search the sand dunes west of Yuma for Mrs Powell s body escorted back to California by J H Brown sheriff s sub station Winterhaven Calif Brown recalled Powell as tall dark complexioned and pleasant McKenney said he shot Powell while she complained and the confession led to a desert search plan.
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Pima Trio to be Arraigned on Indictments
Jerome P. Martin Bryce Wilson and Maurice J. Guiney former Pima County officials are to be arraigned before Superior Judge Lee Garrett Thursday on grand jury indictments. The panel charged officials allowed prostitution and took payments from vice operators. All three were released on bond March 1. Guiney vows to prove innocence Wilson denies guilt calling it a spite deal. Martin did not comment.
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Guiney
Senate Urges Segregation Bill Passage
Arizona Senate endorses House Bill 86 allowing school districts to ban segregation of Negro students in elementary schools. Following a Rules Committee revolt, two members resign, Herron and Carpenter, after pledges to block the bill failed. The action places the measure on the calendar for floor consideration.
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Congress Defeats Emergency Powers Bill For President
The House rejected a measure to grant President Truman power to reorganize executive agencies by a 227 to 167 vote. The Senate approved a 90 day extension of rent control through June 30, and a U S district judge set a sanity hearing for Bill Cook after a guilty plea. Automobile makers protest tax hike on new cars as a burden on industry. Five men jailed in three New Mexico towns for a broad auto theft ring estimated by the FBI to have moved about 50 000 worth of stolen vehicles.
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Markets At A Glance
New York stocks fall as selling pressure widens price declines across sectors. Wheat and oats firm observations contrast with mixed government bonds while hogs ease further and corn near-term contracts show firmness amid thin volume.
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Fire Levels Three Cabins and Grocery Store near ELOY
Three cabin homes and a frame grocery on the Coolidge-Tucson Highway northeast of ELOY were destroyed in a 3:30 a.m. blaze. Property owner Al Hinton, former peace officer, farms near Tucson. Edgar Hurst and his wife manage the site. Fire started in the grocery. occupants were awakened and most furnishings moved before flames reached quarters. Loss estimate expected to be several thousand dollars.
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Vandenberg’s Condition Grows More Serious
GRAND RAPIDS Mich March 13 AP The condition of ailing Senator Arthur H Vandenberg is gradually becoming more serious The doctor says he still fails to rally from his relapse If no favorable change occurs soon his prognosis is grave The Republican senator from Michigan was convalescing at home when he relapsed Feb 26 He has undergone major operations since October 1949 when half his left lung was removed
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Arthur H. Vandenberg
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Congressman Proposes Peace Committee in House
Representative Flood of Pennsylvania proposed a 25 member House committee on peace. In a prepared speech he urged its creation to study world peace plans and programs from the United Nations and other organizations for evaluation and promotion.
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State Educators Told Ways To Aid Defense
Dr. Virgil Rogers of Battle Creek Michigan told 400 Central Arizona educators in Tempe that amid nationwide tension schools must help youth and families, cooperate with community effort, and prioritize education security. He urged identifying problems, boosting administrative leadership, and coordinating with the National Defense Commission to maintain favorable working conditions as the Arizona Education Association held a regional meeting themed Education the Bulwark of Democracy.
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