Truman Hannegan Retirement Approved in White House Circles
White House circles report President Truman approved tentative retirement of Postmaster General Robert F. Hannegan as Democratic national chairman with Clinton P. Anderson named as his likely successor. Retirement hinges on a medical exam set for September 1. Anderson would also leave the Agriculture post, suggesting a broader party leadership reshuffle at a September Democratic National Committee meeting.
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Dutch claim Capture of Indonesian Orders in Sumatra
Dutch military authorities report that Netherlands troops in Sumatra captured Indonesian Republican army orders at Bruagin near Padang after an attempted infiltration. They say fighting resumed in the Bandoeng area with Dutch air troops supporting their forces, accusing Republican units of a direct violation of a ceasefire. More details and continuation are on page 11.
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Today’s Features and Page Lottery of Regular Columns
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UN parley opens with Balkan tensions and US blamed
Yugoslav envoy Dr Joza Vilfan accused the United States of engineering conditions in the Balkans to justify greater intervention in Greece. He faulted the UN Security Council and a Balkan commission for inaction, saying a seven nation subcommittee was ready to report as delegates voiced pessimism at the session. Concluded on Page 11, Column 4.
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American GI Killed in Manila
An American sergeant was shot and killed Saturday night four miles south of Manila as he stepped into his jeep. His companion was grazed in the head in the latest in a string of attacks against U S Army personnel reported over six weeks. The serviceman's name was withheld.
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American discovery could sevenfold atomic bomb output
The London Daily Express claimed American scientists found that surrounding atomic explosive cores with blocks of uranium or thorium could double weight in weeks, potentially boosting bomb production from six a month to ten a week. It said the Atomic Energy Commission planned storage of ancient explosive cores for 1000 bombs by 1950.
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Crisis Bill Passed by Commons in Labour Recovery Drive
The House of Commons approved a Labour Government plan to mobilize all resources for national recovery. The bill passed 178 to 63 after a long debate, granting broad powers to direct the economy for the community’s benefit. Opposition called it a dictatorial measure. Lords to debate next.
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Missing Kaiser's Jewels Probe Ends in German Hands
US investigators concede no American involvement in the disappearance of Princess Hermine gems. Fraulein Vera Herbst, once linked to the case, is released after charges are dropped. A search yielded numerous pieces but failed to locate the priceless collection. A doctor’s report cites heart ailment as the princess's cause of death.
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Central Wreck Ties Main Lines Traffic Patience
Rochester New York Central Railroad traffic was halted after an 18 car derailment of a 12 car freight train. No injuries were reported as crews worked to restore service on all four main lines two miles east of East Rochester where the eastbound derailment occurred yesterday. Traffic expected to return to normal today.
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Heat Wave Stretches as Rochester Braces for More Warm Weather
Weather expert Andrew P. Keller says Rochester will stay hot and humid with temperatures near 90 by day and scattered thunderstorms through Wednesday. A derailment earlier disrupted rail lines as a tanker leaked fuel. cause attributed to a broken wheel assembly. Authorities report little relief until a cold mass from the west moves in.
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Winter Maneuvers Plan Snowdrop at Pine Camp
War Department announces Operation Snowdrop large scale winter maneuvers at Pine Camp Upstate New York beginning November 1. About 2,800 soldiers will learn snowhouse building ice trench fighting and cold weather combat as 1947 winter drills test new equipment. Gen Courtney Hodges commands the exercise with an airhead phase using gliders to deliver engineering gear and an airstrip. A regimental combat team of the 82d Airborne Division from Fort Bragg will provide over 2,100 troops.
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U S to Probe Food Prices and Antitrust Actions
Attorney General Clark ordered an investigation into food, clothing and housing price levels. The Justice Department anti trust division will determine if conspiracies exist to maintain or raise prevalent prices. Federal penalties may include jail terms for violators.
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Veterans Rest After Round of Handshake Welcome in Cleveland
Five Civil War veterans attended the List National Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic and rested today after vigorous rounds per handshakes during a reception in their honor last night in Cleveland.
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Buchenwald Nazis Convicted in War Crimes Trial
In the DACHAU hearings 231 defendants from Buchenwald Concentration Camp were convicted by a U.S. military court. Sentences are expected to be pronounced Thursday as the case concludes.
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Pan American and Northwest Get Tokyo Flights Permit
The State Department announced that Pan American and Northwest Airlines have received temporary permits to operate routes between the Pacific Coast and Tokyo as an initial step toward reopening Japan to commercial aviation. Both carriers will begin services under the authorized arrangement.
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Truman Family To Go to Brazil on Brazil trip
The White House announced President Truman will be accompanied on his forthcoming trip to Brazil by Mrs. Truman and their daughter.
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Educator to Quit BIG MOOSE New York City Superintendent Wade to Retire
John B. Wade, NYC Superintendent, reaches retirement age on his 70th birthday. He has served in the city school system for 49 years.
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Riots in Lahore Leave 35 Dead Five Wails of Violence
In Lahore Punjab amid 24 hours of communal rioting troops in tanks and armed trucks patrolled streets after clashes left 35 dead and 60 wounded in the ancient capital.
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Senators Clash Over Hughes Inquiry and War Unit Hearings
Democratic and Republican leaders clash over extending the Howard Hughes war contracts probe. Senator Murray accuses the inquiry of smearing witnesses while Ferguson defends a restart of hearings set for November 17. The split reflects plans to kill or renew the investigation as the committee brakes for a three month halt and awaits a later Senate vote.
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Bear on the floor and a shootout joke in Alaska
A humor snippet features a bear story and a quip about choosing between the speaker and the bear. The banter pivots on a risky bear encounter and a punchline about the bear making a better run commerce manaxic.
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