Pilot Rams Jap Fighter and Rammed Plane in Sky Duel
Second Marine Aircraft Wing details a fierce air combat near Te Shima. Marine pilot John Leaper of Hopkins Minnesota, after emptying his guns, rammed an enemy fighter and destroyed his own craft to save wingman Pappy Milne of Des Moines Iowa. Leaper survived a parachute failure and spent two hours in the water before rescue.
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French Scientist Georges Claude Sentenced in Collab Case
PARIS June 27 Georges Claude a 75 year old noted French scientist was sentenced to prison by the high court for collaboration with the Nazis during World War II. He denied during his trial that he had invented the V 1 flying bomb for the Germans though he was credited in France with neon light invention.
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Weather Peace Plan Ratification Urged by Nations
HALIFAX reports nations urged ratification of a weather peace charter seen as a step toward international peace and security. Ambassadors from Russia China France and Britain praised collaboration and trust while warning the plan depends on sincere sacrifice and ongoing unity.
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Truman Heads East In Hotel Utah Homecoming
President Truman rode to the Hotel Utah where a dance was underway on the roof. Secret service kept order as some dancers attempted to reach the presidential suite. Kansas City's homecoming celebration plans a dinner a picnic and an honorary address the next day.
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Child Drowns in San Gabriel River
Georgetown reports 10 year old Testa Reynaga daughter of Mr and Mrs Andrey Reynaga drowned Monday at 2 30 pm in the San Gabriel river funeral services were held Tuesday in Georgetown local authorities investigated the incident
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Ambitious Youth for Christ Rally Plan Outlined
Souther announces Youth for Christ program in Travis Park with the Methodist Symphonaires and special organists. The campaign aims to rally city youth, feature national musical groups, and attract servicemen with Saturday night rallies, possibly filling the First Baptist and Municipal auditoriums.
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Policeman Gets 4th Suspension
Commissioner F L Anderson announced the indefinite suspension of Policeman A E Toscane on Wednesday on the recommendation of Police Chief Aubrey Hopkins. Toscane, hired in 1924, had three prior suspensions for violations of department rules and was charged with unbecoming conduct and car violations.
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Reds Seek New Dardanelles Plan Amid World Tensions
European Roundup reports Russia proposing changes to the Moullaneaux accord fixing the Dardanelles status, and raising the Kars question. Turkey warns of UN protest grounds if Russia pursues gains. Berlin and Berchtesgaden documents reveal Hitler’s threats to Turkey and anti monarchist bloc resilience. London Polish government signals recognition issues but vows support for lawful Polish authority amid Soviet presence. Belgium’s King Leopold seeks counsel on strategy.
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Mayor Spurns New Bexar Water Board Showdown Over Annexation
Mayor Mavermann denounces the Bexar county metropolitan water and sewer district board naming, claims 99 percent of district lies within city limits, and says the board cannot operate without city support. County commissioners allegedly favored political appointees. Board members were named last week and sworn in Friday. He notes annexation petitions for Terrell Hills and Olmos Park and urges residents to push for an annexation election.
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