Eisenhower bans mass protests against demobilization
Washington Jan 17 General Eisenhower told Congress he has banned further GI mass meetings protesting the demobilization slowdown. He said protests should be passed upward to the high command while officers at posts monitor the order’s implementation. He opened a channel for enlisted men and junior officers to state why they are or aren’t essential and noted a gap between issuing the order and its execution. He cited a MacArthur letter arguing rapid return of troops could weaken Korea and Japan control and affect surplus property rollup. Eisenhower to discuss the demobilization plan on CES Friday at 8 p.m. CST.
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Mrs Rosa Ricotta Rites Arranged
Rosa Ricotta 83 died Thursday at 1113 Pleasanton Road. Rosary at 8 p.m. Thursday at Angelus funeral home chapel. Funeral services at 4 p.m. Friday conducted by Rev Louis Bessi. Interment in San Ver nana cemetery.
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Army of 1919 Size Urged by Senator Johnson
Washington Jan 17 Senator Edwin G Johnson urged reducing postwar army to near 1919 size around 1.6 million men arguing the 1.5 million target is too high Johnson said the all in cost and manpower needs justify a smaller force Allies and General Eisenhower had proposed 1.5 million but Johnson favors a leaner force The plan also considers easing physical standards to draft more replacements and reuse ex empties to fill overseas needs
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Order Bans GI Gambling at Oahu
HONOLULU January 17 army officials banned all gambling at the Oahu personnel center after reports of soldiers earning large sums at dice games. Lt Gen Robert C Richardson Jr mid pacific commander ordered the ban citing disruptive activity seen in Stars and Stripes stories. Commandant William Saffarrans said the center will provide a controlled space for meetings, denying that any cut was taken. A Stars and Stripes reporter charged 10 tables with soldiers taking a cut, estimating about $1000 gambled away in a single night.
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Refinery Burns in Spectacular Fire
Findlay dispatch reports a massive refinery blaze with storage tanks exploding and three workers killed. Superintendent C A Peterson said about 11 of 50 tanks containing asphalt and oil exploded, causing $200000 in damage and turning the scene into an air raid atmosphere as flames raged through the plant.
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Churchill to Take It Easy After Arrival in Miami Beach
Winston Churchill arrives at Col. Fran Clarke's home in Quebec with a plan to rest for six weeks. He says he will paint, eat well, and maybe fish, avoiding publicity and staying largely at home during his quiet sojourn.
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Outlaws Battle Mexico City War Dept Reports Deaths
A gun battle in the state of Puebla left Lt Juan Peralta Castaneda and two bandits dead, according to the war department. Soldiers clashed with the outlaw group in the latest confrontation.
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War Department
Speeded Army Discharges Announced for Early Release
Washington reports a speedup in discharges for army officers and GI s in the U S following Eisenhower and Devers Lutes announcements. Ground service and air forces eligible for April 30 separation will be released immediately with priority for those with longest service and most points. About 2 million personnel in America, including 100000 at separation centers, are affected.
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Gis Confined for Demonstrations in Hawaii
Honolulu reports soldiers and officers in Mid-Pacific command ordered court martial for ongoing demobilization agitation. Three enlisted men Sgt Joseph Nahem Sgt David Livingston and Cpl Herbert Freeman confined to quarters as investigations probe remarks at a Tuesday protest meeting. A cablegram of 6000 soldiers protested Richardson action and a 6000-soldier cable was sent to Senate military affairs subcommittee. Coast Guard takes over Navy air stations at Beverly Massachusetts and Traverse City Michigan.
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Vital Message for Men Who Feel Old Patent Ad
An advertisement urges men feeling aged to regain youth with CASELLA stimulating tablets. It promises renewed vigor, zest, and nerve by regular use, recommending consult of a doctor or druggist. The text touts Celery seed, Thiamin chloride, Passion flower, and Iron as ingredients.
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