Falling Cliff Kills 2 Tots
Seattle reports a 166 foot cliff collapse blamed on heavy rain killed two children Allison Hicanie 12 and Judy Ann 3 in Kirkland early Sunday. The siblings were buried under mud crossing a second story into the cellar and recovered after 16 hours of frantic digging. Parents Nicholas and Mrs Bicanic escaped from a front bedroom as the father plans to rebuild.
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Nicholas Bicanic
Lake Washington
Rioting in Germany Reported Near Mannheim Frankfort
American army headquarters reported rioting yesterday at Rheinau suburb of Mannheim involving Polish civilian guard and German members. The clash prompted security concerns as officials described the disturbance in the occupied German area.
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Fire sweeps Clinton hospital in Massachusetts
Fire in a two and a half story wooden Clinton hospital forces evacuation of thirty patients including several elderly. Fire Chief William E. Powers estimates damage at about $50,000 with cause not immediately determined.
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Bitter Cold Sweep Reaches Texas State Panhandle
A new Arctic cold wave, forming in the northern plains and western Canada, is forecast to reach the Texas Panhandle by Thursday. Temperatures are dropping rapidly across Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and Montana, with record lows reported in Yukon and several towns. Strong winds and blowing snow are expected as the frigid air moves southeastward.
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Chicago Weather Bureau
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Wisconsin
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Texas to Face Freezing Temps With Little Precipitation
The Associated Press reports most Texas sections will plunge to freezing or below over the next 48 hours, but forecasts show no rain sleet or snow. The U S weather bureau predicts Monday night lows in the upper 20s, with colder readings by Wednesday morning.
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U. S. Weather Bureau
Bond Review Denied in San Antonio City Bond Vote
The Supreme Court refused in Washington today to review a San Antonio bond election contest. G. J. Lucchese II A Theis and E H Maddox sought review of a $5 700 000 city bond issue approved September 25 1945 in five propositions by majorities ranging from 380 to 878 votes.
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UPI
Supreme Court Today
San Antonio
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E. H. Maddox
Mystery Shots Kill 65 Year Old Man in Cary
Cary Horton aged 65 was killed in a dawn shooting in the 200 block of Howard Street. Police found him with two chest wounds and a 7.65 mm pistol nearby, as widow reports he left home around 12:30 a m for night shift at Starler's Photo Company. An inquest was ordered by Justice of the Peace Vaughin.
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Guo
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Robert Be Civen Hospital
Sudden Dip in Eggs Poultry Hits San Antonio Wholesalers
Jacob Brandt a wholesaler of 311 Buena Vista street reports a sudden price dip at San Antonio wholesale houses due to a heavy supply. Seven s live ducks roosters turkeys and eggs all show lower prices with eggs dropping from per crate to 10.50 and turkeys at 22 cents a pound.
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Brandt
Sivens
Seas Upset Royalty Near Canary Islands
An Atlantic gale endangers the voyage of the royal family aboard the battleship Vanguard as they sail toward the Canary Islands. The king, queen, and two princesses endure a severe storm while aboard the vessel, with reports noting the rough seas and heavy distress at sea.
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Fund to eradicate cattle foot and mouth disease in Mexico
Washington February 3. Congress to be asked for immediate special funds to eradicate foot and mouth disease in Mexico to prevent spread to American herds. Officials say an emergency appropriation is needed and a border fence may be built to keep disease bearing animals out. Denton Connally and Pat McCarran warn of potential disaster if the disease enters the United States.
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Steel Strike Stalls Pay Parley in Pyitsburghs
Fragmentary report notes an industrial labor dispute halting wage negotiations at Jones & Laughite steel works. Vague references to a core steel facility and stalled talks imply a stoppage impacting workers and expected pay discussions.
Mitscher Pacific Hero Dies at Norfolk Navy Hospital
Admiral Marc A. Mitscher commander in chief of the Pacific Fleet, died at Norfolk naval station hospital at 1 20 am from coronary thrombosis. He aged sixtieth birth day last Sunday after a heart attack. Mitscher led Task Force 58 in carrier raids that shattered Japanese invincibility and pressed the war to Tokyo. He commanded the carrier Hornet home to the Doolittle raid and later steered carrier power through pivotal battles against Japan.
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Damaged Alaska Steamer Stuck in Prince William Sound
The 4500 ton S. S. Alaska limped into Cordova with a damaged prow and 20 feet of water in the forward hold after running aground in Prince William Sound. Captain Rey Selia said 90 passengers and 100 crew members were safe after a gust drove the vessel against a rock Sunday.
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Congress Labor Policy and the Labor Lobby Clash
An analysis argues the Republican Congress faces pressure from a powerful labor lobby and union leaders who seek influence over policy. It cites polls showing low support for closed shops and broader calls for open or no shop models, urging Congress to favor the people over unions.
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American Institute of Public Opinion
Minneapolis Tribune
Minnesota
Edward T. Leech
Pittsburgh Press
Two Open Safes Found in Separate Bexar County Areas
Sheriff deputies found two open safes in distant parts of Bexar county. Sheriff’s Sgt. C. D. McKnight said both contained papers and would be brought to the sheriff’s office for ownership checks. One safe on Pleasanton road near the city was later identified as from the Texas Bowling Center at 120 Commercial Avenue and held $50.
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Texas Bowling Center
Commercial Avenue
Speed King Fined
London February 3 Sir Malcolm Campbell holder of the world water speed record pleaded guilty today to speeding in his car at 38 miles an hour Police said he paid 16 shillings costs and the summons was dismissed
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Partial Cloud Forecast With Cooler Tuesday
Partly cloudy Monday afternoon and night and on Tuesday with cooler late Tuesday. High Monday around 68 F. Low Tuesday 42 F and high Tuesday about 60 F. Sunday's high 63 F and Sunday night low not available.
Nazis Get Death Sentence At British Court Martial
In Slamburg Germany a British military court sentenced a German to death for commanding guards at Ravensbruck and selecting prisoners for executions. Several aides received varying sentences. no verdict announced for others. The case names a “devil doctor” linked to the camp.
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Wake Up America Steen Warns Of Soil Disaster
Melvin G. Steen of the Missouri Conservation Commission told the North American Wildlife conference at the Plaza hotel that America wastes soil and fertility while spending heavily on defense. He warned that excess cultivation, chemical fertilization as a stopgap, and high crop prices push erosion and wildlife decline, endangering the nation's future. Details continue on Page 3-A.
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Missouri Conservation Commission
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Truman nominates Herman Baruch Dutch ambassador
President Truman formally nominates Herman B. Baruch to be ambassador to the Netherlands. Baruch, brother of Bernard Baruch, has served as ambassador to Portugal and replaces Stanley Hornbeels who resigned.
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Herman B. Baruch
Netherlands
White House
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Baruch
Bernard Baruch
Portugal
Roy Starts Fire at Brooklyn Lumber Yard
A 16 year old Richard Bender admitted starting a blaze at a Brooklyn lumber company shed. Fire officials estimated the damage at about 200000 dollars. Assistant Fire Marshal Martle Scott said the boy’s confession came after questioning at the scene.
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