Five Die In NJ Plane Crashes In Pinelands
Two crashes in New Jersey pinelands killed five people and left three injured. Atlantic Central Airlines flight tried to reach Naval Air Station Lakehurst and crashed into a creek. a stewardess and two passengers survived with critical injuries while the pilot and two others died. A second crash at Forked River occurred about 20 miles away. details incomplete.
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Killer Eels Truman's New Worry
An odd, satirical column mocks President Truman amid wartime strains. The piece blends whimsical threats and domestic gripes about butter prices and a predatory milkman, portraying a chaotic home front echoing national tensions.
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Weather forecast for Syracuse area cools after heat
The U S Weather Bureau reports clearing conditions with cooler air after a hot spell. Friday’s high reached 91 degrees, with a record 96 noted earlier. Tonight and Sunday are expected fair, with sunset at 8 15 PM and sunrise at 6 06 AM. Relative humidity around 82 percent at 8 30 AM.
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War Assets Bureau replaces electronics division amid shakeup
The War Assets Administration announces drastic changes in the Electronics Division handling surplus radio and radar gear. Director Robert M. Littlejohn reorganizes the unit, moves it under the Office of Aircraft Disposal, and appoints George H. Moriart as new director as resignations and mass staff cuts follow. Senator Wherry and other lawmakers criticize the restructuring for concentrating surplus sales. The article notes failures to secure contracts with agents aiding veterans and small businesses.
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Meteors Due to Fall Over Weekend in Philadelphia
Philadelphia report says the Tears of St. Lawrence meteors, named by the Irish two centuries ago, may be visible across the northern sky this weekend. Dr Roy K Marshall of the Franklin Institute states rates near one meteor per minute tonight through Tuesday with a probable maximum after midnight Sunday.
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Thunderstorm Knocks Out Syracuse Power Substation
A May thunderstorm disrupted electric service in Syracuse after lightning struck the Central New York Power Corporation substation at 813 West Fayette Street. The blast damaged walls and ceiling in a home at 305 Plymouth, where William A Stevens and family were present in the bathroom when the bolt struck. Fire units reported metal walls buckling as the residence endured the shock. West End areas were without power from 4 50 AM to 8 32 AM today as crews worked to restore service.
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G O P Steps Up Drive in Missouri Fifth District Race
The Republican party plans a strong push to defeat Enos Axtell in Missouri Fifth District as President Truman predicts Axtell will win. GOP officials expect a tight contest, citing past margins and ongoing campaign efforts led by Albert Reeves Jr. Truman sparred with Ohio Republican Clarence Brown over budget estimates amid debate on GI terminal pay bill.
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Collision at air show leaves six dead in Montana tragedy
About 20 000 spectators watched as two attack bombers collided during an air show at North Montana State Park. Six died, including Lt Arthur Pelletier of Cleveland Ohio and Dorothy Mae Szabo a Montana State University student. Army investigators probed the crash as witnesses described a wing shearing off a wall and a bomber crashing into a barn. Several bystanders were treated for shock and burns, and eight cars near the structure were destroyed.
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Bilbo Admits Klan Membership On Radio Debate
Senator Theodore Bilbo of Mississippi disclosed on a nationwide radio show that he is a member of the Ku Klux Klan No 40 Missis sippi though he claimed not to be in sympathy with all its aspects He argued that no man can leave the Klan once he has taken an oath Bilbo said he could secure Klan support due to that oath and noted he was interviewed by several press reporters on the Mutual Broadcasting System program The report refers to further details continued on Page 2 Column 7.
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Panicked Haiti Dominican quake toll grows amid hunger
Reports from the Caribbean describe fear and hunger spreading as six days of earthquakes and tidal waves devastate northern provinces. The death toll stands at 73 with about 20,000 homeless as towns along the coast are abandoned and residents seek refuge in trees and caves. Rapid aftershocks at Richmond Naval Air Station and delays in relief efforts worsen the crisis while authorities warn against spreading panic rumors.
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Nazis used photo ruse in mass killings at Dachau camp
Col Henry Rosenfeld Jr, U S prosecutor at Dachau war crimes trial, said Nazis shot numerous American and British prisoners after arranging them for a photo session. He cited the Mauthan extermination camp as the scene of the atrocity.
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Four Marines Repel Attack by About 50 Chinese
In Peiping Chinese forces ambushed a nine man coal team guarded by a Marine detachment. Four Marines repelled the assault with no injuries to their unit while two attackers were reported killed.
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Girl Court Stars Flying Back to US from London
American tennis stars Budge Patty and Pauline Betz are among passengers leaving London by plane for New York. Also aboard were John Foster Dulles and Maltese envoy Edward Deravolo, bearing a silver inkstand for Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt as thanks for American war aid. The plane is due in New York around 5 AM on Sunday March 7.
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Leave Pay Facts for 45 Million Veterans
Washington reports questions and answers on terminal pay for about 45 million veterans under the Truman administration. Eligible are discharged personnel who served after September 8, 1939, plus others with 61 to 120 days leave credit on September 1, 1946. Applications, forms, and filing deadlines are outlined, with payments by Treasury check for small sums and bonds for larger amounts, plus use of insurance premiums.
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China peace efforts deemed impossible by Marshall and Stuart
General George C. Marshall and U S Ambassador John Leighton Stuart said a peaceful settlement of China's spreading civil war appeared impossible. Meanwhile U S Marines in North China exchanged fire with Chinese forces who blew up a coal train they guarded.
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Nip Clubs Hit Tokyo Up
Two organizations of former Japanese army and Navy officers which ran centers near former military and naval installations were ordered disbanded today by Allied headquarters.
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Inside Vacation Notices From City Life Editor
Syracuse readership learns editor Joe Beamish takes a two week vacation away from City Life while staff cover Amusements Letters Churches Gardens Classifieds and other sections. The page previews include sports editorials and a listing of features across pages 4 5 7 8 11 12 13 42 43 and 12.
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Thesauri clash in party campaign rhetoric
In a playful political clash, Democrats and Republicans craft and clash over language for the coming congressional elections. The piece spotlights President Truman and Rep. Clarence J. Brown as key figures, with a tongue in cheek nod to diction and political branding.
Premier's plea against arms ban at Peace Conference
At the Paris peace talks Premier Alcide de Gasperi of Italy argued against the proposed arms ban, saying it threatens Italy's independence. The session featured disorder as Molotov walked out during a Greek delegate's address, with French officials urging restraint. Bevin, under doctor’s orders, limited in participation while Byrnes and the Byrnes couple attended.
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Hope May Can Testify on Senate Garsson Inquiry
Doctor treating Representative May says the congressman may still testify to a Senate committee about relations with the Garsson munitions combine but offers no guarantee he can appear soon. The physician recommends testimony only in two hour sessions per day as his heart condition permits travel to Washington.
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Five Injured When Greyhound Bus Overturns Near Lar Grange
A Greyhound bus overturned in LaGrange injuring five people seriously and leaving about 30 others with minor injuries. The driver was Walter Paul Pircher of Chicago and the bus was en route when it overturned.
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