Tomorrow Deadline for Red Reply on POW Exchange
United Nations command demands a reply by tomorrow from the Communists on an Allied proposal to begin immediate negotiations for the exchange of prisoners of war in Korea. UN negotiators said the matter is under study as Tokyo reports UN radio attacked the Reds for holding prisoners for blackmail. Panmunjom talks resume with an UN liaison officer to hear the reply and a subcommittee ready to start negotiations 24 hours later.
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Western Powers and Reds Agree on Arms Study Unit
A Paris source says Western powers and Soviet Russia reached agreement on forming a disarmament commission to study arms reduction and atomic controls. The four delegates Jessup Lloyd Vishinsky and Moch did not settle immediate atomic ban terms, focusing instead on the commission to draft limits.
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Portsmouth shipyard seen as likely target in atomic attack
Civil defense talks in Concord warned that if the United States is attacked, the Portsmouth naval shipyard would be a principal target. Speakers from New Hampshire medical and nursing groups urged expanded home nursing training, first aid, and refugee medical care, with state planners outlining hospital bed needs and storage for medical supplies. Adm. Andrew Bisset urged urgent preparedness to survive and reduce casualties.
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Allied Officials Still Hope For Armistice by Dec. 27
MUNSAN Korea AP Only 17 days remain for Allied and Communist negotiators to agree on an armistice within the 30 day limit and the outlook is gloomy. The sixth month of talks has seen stalling on prisoner exchange and disputes over enforcement and troop rotation. Some high Allied officers privately believe an armistice could still be reached by December 27.
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Revenue Scandal May Be Cause of Truman's Return
Washington report says President Truman cut short Key West trip to discuss tax scandal fallout with Attorney General McGrath. House investigators probe Internal Revenue and Justice handling of tax cases, with Caudle as recurring witness amid firings, suspensions, and resignations tied to the probe.
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Effect of War Plans on Civilian Projects Considered
Washington mobilization chiefs with state officials map out how expanding armament will affect public works as scarce steel and materials threaten civilian projects. Charles E. Wilson and Robert A. Lovett explain the ongoing mobilization efforts while Manly Fleischmann outlines resource pressures and civilian goods output lags amid wartime production.
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Truman weighs options as Korean talks near deadline
President Truman chaired a White House conference with military and diplomatic aides to review the Korean truce talks. If no armistice by December 27, the White House council considers next steps including a buffer zone and broader policy measures. He scheduled further talks with Attorney General McGrath and other Justice officials.
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Legion Head Denies Post Taking Sides In
South Berwick commander Elmer W. Perkins denies rumors the American Legion post backs anti manager groups in the town hall dispute. He says the hall is open to any organization and does not imply sponsorship. Tonight, the citizens committee meets at 7:30 and the Independent Voters Association also plans a 4:30 gathering at Roberts Box Shop ahead of the January 4 special town meeting on the manager issue.
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Inflation Hits U S Rearmament Plans Amid Rising Costs
The Defense Department reports inflation has slashed nearly two of every ten dollars allotted for procurement and construction in fiscal 1951, with prices rising since spring 1950. Inflation could worsen and threaten military readiness, including higher food costs and potential need for universal training to cut future outlays. The 1951 review covers funds for the year ending June 30 and notes progress on atomic weapon models without details.
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Court Studies Petition In Rollins Will Case
Portsmouth lawyer argues the indictment against James I. Smith is indefinite and violates the New Hampshire Constitution. Griffin asks Judge Wescott to quash the indictment as insufficient while Skillings pleads not guilty. The case, tied to a $100,000 Rollins matter, awaits brief filing and a ruling.
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N H Primary in March May Be Ike Rubicon
Republicans backing Gen Dwight D Eisenhower weigh pushing him into the 1952 presidential race via the March 11 New Hampshire primary. Backers seek a public signal from Ike after the results, with petitions filed to place his name on both New Hampshire tickets and possible withdrawal deadlines.
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UN Delays Hearing On East Germany Views On Elections
Paris AP The United Nations special political committee postponed until tomorrow its hearing on East Germany views of a proposed UN survey to gauge readiness for unified free elections in Germany. Chairman Selim Sarper of Turkey said the East German delegation arrived from Berlin last night aboard a Soviet warplane and was not ready to present its views. No East German spokesmen were present when he adjourned. West German representatives attended to hear Soviet zone comments on the US Britain and France backed proposal. The East German government delegation includes Otto Nuschke Lothar Bolz Friedrich Ebert and Anton Ackermann.
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