UN to Invite German Reps for Debates on Elections
The United Nations Special Political Committee voted 50 to 6 with one abstention to invite representatives of East and West Germany to participate in debates on all German elections. This marks the first time German reps would take part in UN discussions.
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Paris
United Nations Special Political Committee
West Germany
United Nations
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Jacob A. Malik
Soviet Union
West
Philippine Volcano Erupts Killing 141 in Central Philippines
The Hibok volcanic eruption in the Central Philippines killed at least 141 villagers. Rescue workers battled ash and smoke as settlements were destroyed and makeshift hospitals treated scorched victims. The Red Cross cited the toll while weather authorities assessed the seismic activity.
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Allegation Toughens in Tax Fraud Case Probe
Washington reports Peyton Ford, ex deputy attorney general, testified that he suspects T Lamar Casside leaked grand jury information in a Alabama tax fraud case involving a 194 congressman from 1950.
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Harriman presses Churchill on European defense plan
Washington reports say Averell Harriman urged Prime Minister Churchill to back the Schuman plan and a European army, pairing the appeal with a warning that Western Europe faces delays without ratification by spring. The visit occurred amid U S push for faster allied approval and broader security coordination.
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Weather Front Brings Warmer Temperatures and Scattered Showers
A weak cold front passes with showers this afternoon and tonight. Highs near 53 today, 53 tomorrow, with lows around 44 tonight. Winds 20 to 30 mph from the south southwest, stronger gusts. Tomorrow expected to be wet and breezy with up to half an inch of rain. Forecast calls for temperatures 5 to 10 degrees above normal.
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Missing Sergeant Receives Medal of Honor in Korea
The Marine Corps awarded the Medal of Honor to Sgt James E. Johnson of Washington D C and Pocatello Idaho, long missing in Korea, marking the seventh Marine to win the honor for Korea. Hope remained he might still return to claim the award.
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Holdup Nets Life Term
A man identified as John F. Suviec, 56, received a life term after a holdup case. The report notes confusion in the courtroom and references a Marine platoon from Chosin Region, with unclear details about the presiding judge or the exact incident.
Egypt turmoil as strikes and clashes widen in canal zone
Reported violence across the Suez Canal area escalates with Egyptian casualties and British security responses. Amid protests in Cairo and demonstrations elsewhere, police and soldiers confront crowds as officials warn of national emergency.
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Weizmann Grievously Ill in Tel Aviv Hospital
Weizmann 77, President of Israel, was reported gravely ill in Tel Aviv as doctors cited faulty functioning of the heart. The illness was described as causing him to grow weaker today in the hospital.
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Chaim Weizmann
Today’s editorial page highlights Turkey as a bulwark against communism
Features note American aid military and economic plus. Marquis Childs on Turkey as a solo bulwark. other sections appear on pages 13, 20, 23, 27, 28, 29, 33, 35 and 44 with Amusements, Classifieds, Deaths, Sports, Letters.
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U S Rejects Conditions in Four Nation Talks
The United States refused to accept any decision tying disarmament to unconditional faith, atomic controls, and a working general control system. Disputes over invitations and German elections led to likely absences by Soviet occupied East Germany and Israel voting with the Soviet bloc on the invitation.
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Moshe Sharrett
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Mouse Picks Favorite Cigarettes in Test at Home
Grand Rapids, Mich. Carl Johnson reports a mouse in his house avoids cheese and crackers, gnaws through fresh cigarette packs, and will be offered several brands to determine the milder choice. The test aims to learn which cigarette the rodent prefers.
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Carl Johnson
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Two Days of Fatal Plane Crashes Across Nation
Twenty two people died in six or more aircraft accidents across the United States. A United Air Lines training DC-3 crashed near Denver injuring no one aboard the field. A B-29 wreck in Denver killed eight airmen and others. An emergency landing near Rocky Mountain Arsenal killed several. A DC-3 in Evansville killed three airmen. Scott Air Force Base crew perished in a weather wreck. A Denver suburb crash damaged homes and killed one, wounding several.
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Daring Raid by Marines Halts Reds Near Vladivostok
Navy reports a bold U S Marines assault near Tanchon 20 miles south of Vladivostok repelled Communist defenses and cut rail lines and tunnels delivering Manchurian supplies. Communist forces recaptured three small islands near the Yalu mouth prompting Allied searches for more details. Nine days of air battles over MIG Alley end with heavy losses and a U S note demanding the release of four American crewmen held in Hungary.
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Armistice Talks Face Key Prisoner Exchange Step
At Panmunjom the UN proposed forming a subcommittee to begin negotiations on prisoner exchanges as part of a Korean armistice. Communists demand a halt to U S troop rotations while comments on the new proposal are awaited for a 21 AML meeting.
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Extradition of WU Officials Asked
Lansing Gov Lesa Williams asks New York to extradite Samuel Barr Western Union vice president to Michigan. Barr and five other Western Union officers face charges of gambling conspiracy and transmitting horse race information. A formal extradition notice will be sent to Gov Dewey before Barr appeals in New York magistrate court.
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Duke Tests Homing Budgies at Woburn Estate
A 63 year old duke experiments with breeding homing birds at his Woburn estate near London. He works with streeted strains of budgerigars and aims to create a bird that can ask for directions like a parrot. The plan includes first public disclosure of his experiments and anticipated expert commentary.
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Henry J Models See Price Increase Announcement
Henry J announces higher prices for its car lineup. The standard model rises to 1331.57 with an $80 increase over the old price and the deluxe model ceiling remains unchanged at the prior level.
Federal Workers Win Extended Holiday Time Off
President Truman issued an executive order granting government employees four days off for Christmas and three days for the New Year. The holiday period runs from Christmas Eve through the following Tuesday, with return to work on the day after Christmas. workers will then have additional days off through New Year’s Day.
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Today's Chuckle Gaffe Sparks Lighthearted Drive-Thru Laugh
A brief humorous exchange in a jokes column centers on a driver and a companion misinterpreting a command. The gag plays on miscommunication and timing to elicit a smile from readers.
Threat Holds. Mother of’ Threat Holds
Lucy Howington of Tecksan Street was arrested after sending threatening letters to Harold Bean and others in Oswego. Police say she claimed money was involved and admitted mailing the notes, with her husband reported to have been aware of prior similar acts.
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Indictments From Spa Jury Expected On Gambling Case
In Ballston Spa a special grand jury probing Saratoga County gambling is expected to hand up more indictments this week. The panel has been hearing testimony and may release further charges as the investigation continues.
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