Truman to visit Brazil in late August or September
President Truman accepted an invitation to visit Brazil for a three day stay in late August or early September. He will travel to Rio de Janeiro and Bic Heronetto by air, then return aboard the USS Missouri. The White House declined to comment on whether he will address the Intra American Security Conference opening Aug 15.
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Missouri
Planes Search For Missing Boat Over Lake Er ie
Five planes took to the air today in search of the overdue cruiser crowing Lake Erie from Canada. The miss ing craft may require medical aid, adding urgency to the operation. The cruiser is Ikbineter, owned by A. Kru, an executive at Otis & Co, Cleveland investment firm, which departed Port Bruce, Ont, yesterday and was slated to dock at 4 PM at the Cleveland Yacht Club.
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Port Bruce
Two Die in Fire in Tujunga Canyon Blaze
A fierce blaze swept through Bay Brack fire in Tujunga Canyon, about 19 miles north west of Pasadena, killing two men and injuring at least 14 others as of early today with fire still out of control.
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Los Angeles
Tujunga Canyon
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A Limited Defense Budget By Tonarress Reported For Nation
A brief recap notes funds appropriated by Tonar ress to provide America 1 706 in the coming year for defense while figures from Budac furean are noted as higher than wartime levels. The page lineup lists comics, horoscopes, and regular features across pages 3b to 46 with sections on financials, bridge, radio, and sports.
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Day of prayer marks 2nd anniversary of Hiroshima blast
Two years after the atomic attack that killed or left missing 92 000 people, Hiroshima observed 8 14 AM prayers and silent reflection. Mayor Hamai announced plans for a modern memorial with Australian engineers aiding reconstruction to make Hiroshima a symbol against war.
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Attlee outlines Britain’s credit cut demands in Commons
Prime Minister Attlee told Parliament Britain would shrink armed forces, limit labor, and press the US loan terms to ease constraints on coal and essential industries. He said imports would be cut to ease the growing crisis, and that the $3.75 billion loan would be exhausted this year, with agreement on convertibility and nondiscrimination in trade. The plan includes longer work in essential sectors and longer coal miner hours, amid opposition charges of misusing funds.
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Central New York Forecast and Warm Regional Heat Spike
The Central New York area will have nearly constant temperatures for the next 124 hours while nationwide heat records break. Chicago reached 100 degrees, St. Louis 102, Montgomery 104, and Los Angeles set a new high as winds stay from the south and southeast. Humidity improves slightly, making today’s weather freer from the earlier stifling heat.
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Tueaday
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Montgomery
Ala
Los Angeles
Tony
Hette
Memorial for Casey Jones to rise in Jackson Tennessee
A granite and bronze memorial honoring Casey Jones will replace a wooden cross at his grave in Jackson Tennessee. The 1900 fatal accident and ensuing legend inspired a song that endures as the town prepares tomorrow for the dedication.
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En- Ringer
Train Delays as Fireman Frees Stranded Car
Moorhead Minn Great Northern fireman D W King off duty Tuesday tried to drive home but backed his car onto an active crossing and stalled it in the path of an approaching Great Northern mail train. He flagged the train and signaled the engineer to ease the locomotive forward to dislodge the car. The train was only five minutes late due to his quick action.
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Tunis Riot Toll Rises to 25
Military reinforcements were moved from Tunis to Sfax by air today to prevent further disorders as fatalities rose to 25 from Tuesday’s clash between Tunisian laborers and French troops. Nearly 60 Tunisians were wounded in the confrontation after troops moved in to seize a railway line following a general strike order.
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Fifth Column Fights Paraguayan Troops
Unconfirmed reports from PUENOS AIRES say a fifth column rose in Asuncion as rebels clash with Morinigo loyalists. Movements describe attacks, rapid troop movements, and a possible civil war risk as Asuncion nears.
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Science Bill Is Vetoed
President Truman vetoed a bill to create a National Science Foundation, expressing deep regret and calling the measure complex and unwieldy. He warned it would impede rather than promote government efforts to advance scientific research and cited a marked departure from sound administrative principles.
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Washington
Truman
National Science Foundation
Truman Vords Bill Affecting Vendors
President Truman vetoed a bill to exclude newspaper and magazine vendors from revisions to the Social Security Act and Internal Revenue Code. He said the measure moves in a direction opposite to the conservation of our nation’s principles and policies.
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Washington
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Greek Guerrillas Mass in Two Areas Reported
Communist led guerrilla forces were reported concentrating in northern and central Greece, signaling a possible two phase offensive against government garrisons. The move raised fears of renewed fighting across the country as authorities monitored troop movements and planned defense.
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Tenants Benefit Left in Towson Landlord’s Will
Towson Md July 27 landlord Thomas R Brannan 82 died probate on file leaves five houses to his faithful tenants and friends. The will highlights his care for long time renters and associates across the properties.
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Thomas R Brannan
Nearly 500 Compete Crown Champs In Junior Olympics
Young America shines in Syracuse as nearly 500 boys and girls race in Roosevelt Field for city junior Olympic titles. The event, split into six divisions by age and gender, decides qualifiers for the National Junior Olympics in Cleveland. Officials note no athlete can win multiple events and every race offers a tight contest.
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Green Diamond Passenger Train Derails at Litchfield Crossing
In Litchfield Il a Burlington freight and Central Railroad Green Diamond passenger train derailed after a collision. Officials reported some injuries and doctors were dispatched to the scene as two diesel engines and five of seven cars left the tracks. Separately Secretary Marshall announced the Export Import Bank canceled seven million dollars of cotton credit to Hungary citing a coup and nationalization threats.
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Corn price hits record 2.244 per bushel in Chicago
Weather news drives September corn futures to a record 224 percent over prior close. The price climbs to 22.4 cents above yesterday's settlement in Chicago AMICAGO notes the spike as markets react to the latest weather outlook.
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Weather News
Will Try Again As Flight Plans Face Tests
Chicago report: Wh-wiunay P adom aims for a round the world solo flight Thursday in a converted A-26 bomber. Officials say the aircraft must pass a scheduled test today to proceed with the high risk attempt.
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Japanese War Leaders Conviction Defies Defense Pleas
Tokyo reports that the wartime leadership trial ended with a prosecution victory as defenses sought to frame the conflict as self defense. The Allied prosecution argued economic pressure and aggressive acts led to war, rejecting the self defense claim.
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First Afternoon Witness Delays Hughes Testimony in Senate Probe
Senator Ferguson and Hughes attorneys agreed to defer afternoon testimony by Howard Hughes in a Senate War Investigating Committee session. The hearing covered Hughes spending on entertaining Col. James G. Hall of the Army Air Corps and details of Hughes recon plane contracts. Hughes arrived in Washington and said he would testify when called, while noting other witnesses may be needed.
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Fragmentary Chuckle Note From A Department Store
A humorous fragment describes a young wife sending her younger brother to a department store for baby needs. The boy awkwardly tries to name items at the diaper counter but the text cuts off with garbled speech and stray phrases. The lack of clarity leaves the punchline unread.
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