May Day Crowds Dispersed in Berlin Demonstrations
Berlin crowds on May Day split across East and West sectors with more than a million on the eastern side and about 750,000 on the western side. Police contained clashes near the Brandenburg Gate as thousands of Allied troops stood watch and police channels aimed to prevent violence while rumors of a Moscow style parade loomed.
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Phone strike threat ends as talks resume across Bell system
New York May 1 The threat of a nationwide telephone strike eased as early negotiations resumed after a week long walkout by 10 000 CIO CWA members across 43 divisions. Western Electric reinstated the laid off workers at South Bend Indiana who supported colleagues refusing to cross a muddy field to service a television tower.
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Abbey In Race for Texas Governor Nomination
Corsicana dispatch reports Wellington Abbey Hauelon a 32 year old businessman and journalist has filed as a candidate for governor. He promises a W Lee O Daniel style campaign touring every Texas county starting in May with a hillbilly band.
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Freight Cars Derailed Near Fremont Nebraska
A westbound Union Pacific freight train derailed at the edge of North Bend, Nebraska, about 15 miles west of Fremont, with 18 cars derailed and no casualties reported. The incident disrupted regional rail traffic as crews assess the wreckage and retrieve derailed cars including some with new automobiles.
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N Y School Strike Ends After Week of Protests
New York report notes students return to classes peacefully on May 1 7 following a week of demonstrations over higher teacher pay and civil rights. Police presence remained high with mounted and foot patrols around City Hall, while seven mothers protested handling of last week's disorders outside Mayor O’Dwyer’s office.
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Maytag Cuts Washer Prices Across Model Line
Maytag, a major home appliance maker, reduced prices by 10 dollars on its automatic washer and offered a discount on three conventional washer models. The move targets affordability amid competitive markets and is effective immediately.
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Unseasonable Heat Expected Amid Muggy Weather
Weather forecast cites Sen Antonin and Weatherman Oren Edrington predicting a muggy upgrade from Monday. Tuesday will be partly cloudy and warmer with easterly to southerly breezes. Temperatures rise to near 58 after a low around 68 overnight, signaling a mild but humid day ahead.
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Stolen undersea cable probe extends to Korea and Russia
Tokyo reports investigators will travel to South Korea to verify reports of a stolen undersea cable from Japan to Vladivostok. The cable theft occurred earlier this year and is being traced by Great Northern Cadjeco officials.
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Romulo May Be Named Philippine Foreign Secretary
Manila May 14 a press dispatch from Baguio says Carlos Romulo will be named Philippines secretary of foreign affairs and ambassador to the United States. The report notes Romulo may take another government post upon confirmation.
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Cloud Milking Experiment Shocks New York Readers
A fragmented report describes a surreal experiment in New York involving clouds formed by streaming blue lines and fumes over a cloudy oven. The piece mentions rain expected after an eight hour period and steel falling from the sky, with references to generators and mysterious processes.
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Red Armed Might Parade in Moscow May Day Display
A grand May Day parade in Moscow before Stalin drew thousands to Red Square. One million workers marched as diplomatic envoys and military attaches watched. Sergei Skremenko praised armed strength while Lt Gen Vassily Stalin showcased an extensive air armada. In Manila, seven houses were destroyed and 13 damaged by a warehouse fire.
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Bad Time For Janitor
Cortland reports a janitor suffered a fatal injury at work when a ladder slipped. Rod Law fell from a ladder and was found unconscious by Andrew Warner. authorities investigate the accident at the post office.
Flying Coffee Machine Fights Back at Airport
At Minneapolis airport a Northwest Airlines employee Carl Hixon attempted to operate a vending coffee machine. After pushing a button labeled cream and sugar nothing happened, he struck the machine with his fist. The device flashed lights and sprayed hot coffee on his suit, then a sign over the coin slot read sul ont.
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Mom Kills Tot and Tries Death by Own Action
A New York mother, 23, was charged with slaying her infant son during a quarrel with her husband over a second pregnancy. Investigators say she suffocated the child with a pillow and then swallowed poison, later being held on domicile charges and placed under observation in a hospital.
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Weather forecast reads mixed skies and light winds
Forecaster predicts mostly cloudy conditions through Monday with bright intervals Monday night into Tuesday morning. A little sun is possible late Monday afternoon, followed by partly cloudy Tuesday afternoon with light easterly to southeasterly breezes. Tuesday night may see improving conditions.
Unclear wartime patrols near Manila and Tokyo release plan
Heavily armed units patrolled Bacolos and Alabang south of Manila after statements by Mayor Manuel de la Fontes. In clashes, five Hukbalahapys, two soldiers, and two police were involved. Six Japanese war criminals in poor health were slated for early release under Gen. MacArthur’s policy, with Tokyo reports on May 1.
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Chrysler strike drags on as contract language stalls
The Chrysler company said contract language remains the key issue delaying a settlement in the seven day old United Auto Workers strike. Negotiators described progress as fragile and indicated talks could resume midafternoon, with several hours or possibly half a day more needed before a deal is reached.
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Chrysler Strike Cost Estimated At 1.29 Billion
Detroit reports from Automotive News estimate the Chrysler strike's impact at 1.2879 billion dollars. The trade publication lists dealers, factories, suppliers, and wages affected, totaling days and expenditures across the industry.
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Siam's King Pens Show Tunes in Broadway Review
Siam's King spends royal funds on a Broadway revue, composing tunes and engaging performers. The piece notes flurry of songs titled Blue Night and other numbers, with mixed critical impressions of the king's musical ambitions and charity ties.
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