Truman Urges Universal Military Training at Princeton
President Truman, addressing Princeton University’s bicentennial, calls universal military training a military necessity to deter totalitarian pressures. He frames training as democratic and economical, not for war but to prevent it, emphasizing citizen responsibility and national leadership.
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Princeton
N. A
Truman
United States
Princeton University
P “Taw
Emiloyes
Fom
Dwight D. Fisentower
Chester W. Nimitz
Westdett
Hoover
Ford University
City Payroll At New High
City payrolls rose to a new high as the council approved the first semi monthly period of the fiscal year totaling 29,797 dollars. The increase comes from 70 more workers, including 18 garbage workers and 58 recreation staff, with additions across Health building, park services, and Willow Springs golf course.
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Lyeaueldler
Wil Lote
Nevertis Ne
Willow Springs
Henry Hein
Hein
Typhoon near Philippines sighted reported by fleet center
A naval air crew reported a tropical storm 240 miles east of a target area, warning that winds could reach dangerous velocities as weather centers track the system. A bomber crew relayed the data amid ongoing patrols.
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Manila
Ea U. & Navy
Ramer
Fleet Weather Center
Frontage incident reported by Pravda dispatch
A Pravda dispatch claims U S consul Paxton organized a frontier incident involving Chinese and Mongolian detachments on June 5. It alleges travelers reported seeing tensions on the border between Russia and Mongolia with Eisenhower's involvement and mentions Paxton in China in April.
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Moscow
Pravda
Shanghai
Wall Paxton
U.S
Tihwai
Sinkling J
Paxton Vishou
Russia
China
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Embargo Threat On Yank Ships
New York reports a looming embargo on American vessels amid a seamen’s stoppage over union contracts and protests. About 1000 seamen, including crew aboard the Americas line ships, threaten to halt work as contract expirations loom at midnight.
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New York
Ful
Unis
AML
George C. Randall
Latrikn
Nol
Ameria
Marvy Menaning
Snaiters
Sengeta Hooker
Whdely
Wax Aries
Red Trial Calls Wallace In Mass Conspiracy Case
Washington reports Neary Wallace will be the first to defend in the mass conspiracy trial involving 16 officers of an alleged Communist front organization charged with contempt of Congress. Subpoenas were served late tonight as the proceedings proceed in a charged atmosphere. SHANGHAI reports two minor criminals were executed at Kiangwan after a parade and crowd scenes in the city.
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Washington
INS
Neary Wallace
Tal
Voigress
Aiaumineers
Tadiy
Vic
War report prank reaches Texas weather teletype
The Army Air Forces admitted a teletype operator sent a playful report claiming Russia declared war on the United States. The message appeared on a local Texas weather teletype and was spread to a few stations before officials confirmed it was a prank and not a national alert.
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Insi
Army Air Forces
Russia
United States
AAF
Arked
Abette
Anong
Pentagon
Permigsinn
Fayeee Head Invited to Speak in San Antonio Event
San Antonio junior chamber of commerce invites local leader Ben Shepperd of Glade Water, newly elected president of the national chamber at the California Beach convention, to address a future San Antonio gathering during Ivy.
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San Antonio
Jane Francisco IT Meet Chast Ports Marriage Consart WK
An unusual report notes Jane Francisco in a transit context dealing with ports and shipping matters amid a busy East area. The piece mentions a head rack situation and ongoing activity today with mentions of C10 unlens and consort relations.
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N Francisco
Jane
Consart
Port Houston ship movement marked by strike action
A garbled notice reports a ship movement at Port Houston amid a strike by the National Maritime Union on its second day. The fragment mentions arrivals and departures and a fire incident as part of the disruption.
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Aguston
Dejrartuie
Port Houstan
Partisi
National Maritime Union, CL
Garsson trial witness collapses in Washington hospital
In Washington on January 173 a wartime agent for the Garsson munitions firm, Freeman, collapsed while testifying at the May Garsson war fraud trial. He was rushed to a hospital in very bad shape as James Mead, former Democratic senator from New York, waited to take the witness stand in a defense contention.
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James MM. Mead
New York
Senate
Sith Ouena
San Antonio Tackles 33 Million Lumber Black Market
A four man committee from the San Antonio Lumber Dealers' Association accuses 46 local dealers of moving 40 percent of lumber from East Texas under state charter to city sites. The city pledges enforcement of licensing ordinances as officials call for action to halt unseasoned timber and substandard construction materials. Representing dealers were AL Weel bronk, Harry Abies, Smith Kirby, and Harvey Wer.
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San Antonio
Alfred Callaghan
Fourman
Co AL Weelbronk
Harry Abies
Smith Kirby
Harvey Wer
Police Leaders Stress Conduct Rules Enforcement
Police Commissioner Raymond South and Chief Fred Palmer told a conference with ranks from sergeant up that officers must serve the republic with courtesy. South urged strict enforcement of conduct rules and warned against lax behavior among Police Department personnel.
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Raymond South
Fred Palmer
Fores
South
Republic
Living Costs Down Slightly Amid Inflation Report
The Labor Statistics Bureau releases preliminary figures showing consumer prices easing slightly between mid April and mid May, with retail items still higher than a year ago. The report notes overall costs remain elevated since last year, reflecting lingering inflation pressures.
Weather Report From Mamido7 Bay
A weather note states that humidity will aid cooling as temperatures rise to 102 degrees on Tuesday after a start at 93 percent humidity. The forecast suggests a Tuesday heat spike with a high around 96, aided by high humidity easing the heat.
Union Leader Accuses U S of Coercion on Britain
Archibald McDowall, head of the Amalgamated Union of Foundry Workers in Scotland, charged the United States with using its leverage to force Britain during the annual conference in Ayr. He claimed American policy aimed to arm and broaden access to British markets.
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A.R
Scotland
INS
Archipata McDowgall
Amalgamated Unie of Foundry Workers
United States
Britain
Ransoi
Aoy
McDowgall
Congress Ending Set for July Adjourment
WeenawGTM reports that Republicans have set July 26 as the date for the final adjournment of the 80th Congress. Martin said both the House and Senate planned to complete most work by July 10.
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Weenawgtm
Ashe
Martin
House
Senate
Chinese Reds Reach Szepingkai in Street Fighting
Report from Nanking describes intense clashes as Chinese forces engage near Szepingkai. Four regiments reportedly use artillery in attempts to seize control amid ongoing invasion and allied reactions.
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Nanking
Chinaseeds
al Raven Reefers Wits
Tory
Szepingkaf
Marco Chines
Geveral Inva Gimers
Hed Partey Bared Hed Partey Bared
New York report cites a party conference with William Foster and John Williamsen among key figures. Mentions Murray Winecur and a machinery industry coordinator Al Lannon.
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New York
York
Lawes
Yeatoyday Willy
Tridges
Murray Winecur
Ie Larlere
William 4. Foster
Communiae Party
John Wiliamsen
Dlahoy
Robert Thomps Ral
al Lannon
Clipper Set for Global Flight Inauguration
New York reports Pan American inaugurates its transoceanic air service with the clipper America ready at Latiedia field for the introduction of the airline’s world spanning schedule. The event marks a milestone in international air travel.
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Global Flight
New York
America
Latiedia Field
Mu Airlines
Bathing Suits Debate In Cool North Weather Sale
The article notes mixed reaction to bathing suit sales in cool weather. It mentions a market in Presidio with readings around 56 degrees and a crowd near Northg at the sale, highlighting temper and interest in winter attire. Local shoppers and vendors discuss demand, with Lareda and Blarkeds among cited names.
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Annes
Ingrens
Lareda
Record Flood Threatens KHOKUK Area With Rising Mississippi
Mississippi flood waters threaten KHOKUK and nearby towns as engineers reinforce levees and the U S Coast Guard conducts rescues along the river. Reports warn the crest may approach historic levels with impacts extending into Canton and Quincy.
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Khokuk
Iowa
Mississippi River
Missouri
Hlinnis
U.S. Coast Guard
Quiriey
Tihants
Grinary
Adyonglveey
Kedkule
Staex
Canton
Induyan
Quincey
Thred Cigar As Back TONDO and Churchill Return Home
A garbled report notes Whiston Churchill being brought home from a hospital unit after an incident. The fragment hints at a recovery or recovery-related event but remains unclear on date or location.
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Tondo
Whiston Churchill
Onheleher
Inday Studios
Baderezning
Investigation Urged into RFC War Inquiry Extension
The senate backed a nearly unanimous resolution urging a formal investigation into RFC activities and wartime financing. The motion calls for a broader inquiry into related contracts and spending, seeking accountability for government support during the war period.
The Sober Age New Tavern June 17 Report
Professor E M Jelinek a Yale archeologist examines alcohol use across eras noting more women drinkers in past times than today. The piece discusses changing social norms and historical drinking patterns.
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NEW Tavern. Com
E. M. Jelinek
Vote Fraud Attorney Named Washington
An attorney general appointed Richard I. Phelan as city attorney and assistant to prosecute federal violations, with the move tied to political processes in Waysas City. The session confirms the setup for ongoing prosecution of federal election issues and related indictments.
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Washington
Clark
Girl Hurt After Bus Incident Near YRECA Calif
A three year old girl suffered severe injuries after an incident involving a man seen with a bus near YRERA California. Physicians at Siskiyou General Hospital said she survived but remained badly swollen and bruised. Deputy Sheriff Dan Bennett noted the suspect was taken for questioning after being seen with a northbound bus hours before the girl was found. Police pursued reports of a man and a woman seen leaving a bus with the child near a woods.
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Yrera
Calif
Pearcher
Siskiyou General Hospital
Sherif Dan Bennett
Sayeht
Hound
Ark
Oregon
California
House upholds veto on tax bill in slim 268 137 vote
The House rejected President Truman's veto of the 4 billion tax cut by 268 to 137, short of the two thirds needed to override. Republicans Halleck and Hull led votes for override with two Democrats and American Labor’s Cantonid supporting the veto. No Senate action followed, signaling no new override attempt this year and shaping 1948 campaign dynamics.
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Ajort
House
Truman
Halleck
Indiana
Carl Andersen
Minnesota
Hull
Wisconsin
American Labor
Marc Cantonid
New York
Senate
Maretin
Sénate
Baetz Quits Health Unit
Ernest A. Baetz, president of the Bexar County National Bank, submitted his resignation from the board of health to Mayor Alfred Callaghan. Callaghan expressed regret, noting there was no replacement available and Baetz cited his business responsibilities.
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Ernest A. Baetz
Bexar County National Bank
Board of Health
Alfred Callarthon
Callaghan
Ie [Wess
Busin
Mayor Curley Receives Last Rites in Mass
COMASSET Mass June 17 Mayor James J Curley former Massachusetts governor was given the last rites of the Catholic Church per his own request. Court reports indicate he faces a sentence of up to six months and a fine, with federal charges of mail fraud unresolved.
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Comasset
Massy
Etrlouary
James Ba Curley
Boklun
W Searnk
Massachusetts
Anuw
Senteonce
Randagh Quad Death Stuns Miles City Hospital
In Miles City Montana Danna Mae Randagh one of the Randish quadruplets died just before midnight last night nine days after birth at the hospital. The remaining three children two girls and a boy are reported in good health by hospital attendants.
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Miles City
Mont
Ting
Danna Mae Randagh
Ematiest
Bruce Nominated for Argentine Post
Teuiman today nominated James Bruce of Maryland, 54, as ambassador to Argentina. He succeeds George Messate Smith whose tenure ended at the Argentina port.
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Bruce
Wasitington
NSI
Teuiman
James Bruce
Maryland
Argentina
George Messatesmith
Sideshow Performer Hospitalized After Throat Tube Accident
In Petroit on June 7, Sivartd swallower Anthony Ma rena suffered a severe throat injury when a substitute tube broke during a sideshow at Eastwond park. He was rushed to Saratoga General Hospital for treatment of injuries to his chest and throat.
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Petroit
Anthony Marena
Eastwond Park
Marena
Saratoga General Hosital
Weather Forecast Confusing Parély Clouds Tuesday and Wednesday
A garbled weather page notes cloudy conditions for Tuesday and Wednesday with July 31 style dates. It mentions a Monday high around 63 and references additional weather details on Page 2A.
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Franklin Mullaly
Easthampton
Mass
Smith, College
Mullaly
AFS
New High
Philippines
Wallace
Shanghat
dJuye
Sharghal
Joker
Fayeee
Garsson
Toceph FP
Freeman
Presman
Notic
Editoncoc Markets
Berdin
Tee
Society
T. D. Dobbs
Fequirys
Jumier Yi
Enfonce
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Mave
Assairs U. 8
Congress
Szepingkai
RFC
Wition
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B. A
Emnzael
Baetz
Curley
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