Link Bilbo Aid to War Contractors in Senate Inquiry
Senate investigators heard Gen. Thomas M. Robins testify that A B Friend Bilbo's 1940 campaign manager acted as promoter and front man for a group of contractors. They won a 1 734 023 dollar Army Air Field contract at Meridian Mississippi. Friend appeared in Washington on behalf of the contractors. Robins, now retired, was former assistant chief of Army Engineers. The hearings probe Bilbo gifts allegations.
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Weather outlook for Syracuse and Eastern New York
The U S Weather Bureau reports today windy with rain then snow flurries and colder tonight with a low near 25. Friday remains windy and much colder with snow flurries. The day’s high near 44 and low about 28 with sunset 6 30 PM and sunrise 7 28 AM. Record highs and lows from 1911 and 1929 are noted.
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Pickle Song A Sour Note Hits Lucille Ball Suit
Actress Lucille Ball sues Radio Corporation of America for 100000 claiming a recording of Peter Piper Picked a Peck of Pickled Peppers released with her name on the title does not reflect her artistic ability and seeks a permanent halt to further productions. Destin Arnaz is mentioned in relation to her viewing his band.
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Dodge Prices Rise Across Heavy Truck Range in Detroit
Chrysler Corp Dodge division announced price increases today, with hikes up to $100 on the heaviest trucks weighing 23 000 pounds. Prices of some smaller models stay unchanged.
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Treaties Big Four End Session Today
In New York the Big Four Foreign Ministers move to finish six peacemaking sessions and draft German and Austrian peace segments. A final meeting will settle minor treaty details and approve a six point Moscow agenda for March 10. Small nations will present proposals before Moscow.
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Bomber Lands Safely After Flight From Muroc to Los Angeles
A twin engine bomber from Muroc Air Base on the Mojave Desert reportedly missed a closing flight plan and landed safely at Mines Field in Los Angeles at 2 PM Wednesday. An Army Air Force statement notes the pilot’s oversight in not closing the flight plan.
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Sinatra broadcast draws calm audience despite age ban
The evening scene at the venue featured Frank Sinatra performing with a restrained crowd, as no screams or swoons occurred after the age restriction kept those under 22 from entering. Doormen, pressed by policy, allowed orderly attendance and patrons observed the performance with quiet interest, even as onlookers noted fashion and demeanor within the theater.
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Truman Announces Wholesale Government Reorganization
President Truman announced a sweeping reorganization via executive order creating the Office of Temporary Controls to absorb the Office of War Mobilization and Reconversion, OPA, Civilian Production Administration, and the Office of Economic Stabilization. Maj. Gen. Philip B. Fleming will run the new office while keeping the Federal Works Administration post. A nine member advisory panel led by James B. Conant was formed to advise the Atomic Energy Commission on materials, production, and research. He also outlined plans to address the state of the union, federal budget, and economic study findings in upcoming messages to Congress.
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Fulbright backs Truman on coal crisis while urging resignation
Senator J William Fulbright praised President Truman for handling the coal strike crisis yet urged the chief executive to resign in favor of a Republican. He defended his view amid Democratic and Republican criticism, saying the move would correct a defect in the system. He credited Truman with convincing John L Lewis to stand firm.
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Britain Backs World Arms Parley At UN Assembly
Britain proposed a global disarmament conference within six months to review specific disarmament measures drafted by the UN Security Council. The idea, supported by an eight to eight subcommittee vote, would allow consideration of atomic arms caps and troop counts, with Britain dropping immediate troop census demands.
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Real Winter Arrives as Weather Front Dips Temperatures
The Weather Bureau forecasts rapid cooling by Friday with a sharp temperature drop to around 28 degrees tonight. Rain today is expected to change to snow overnight, accompanied by strong winds as the cold front moves in. The public is urged to prepare for difficult conditions.
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General to Take La Guardia Post
Major General Lowell W. Rooks nominated to succeed Fiorello La Guardia as head of UNRRA. UNRRA’s international committee unanimously nominated him and adopted regret at La Guardia’s resignation. The 48 nation UNRRA conference is expected to approve the appointment Friday.
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Fifty Washington operators strike over non union workers
About 50 telephone operators in a Washington central office walked off the job on 80 minutes notice in protest against the continued employment of three non union girls. The strikers stood at switchboards with folded hands and refused to handle calls.
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Washington
Editorial plan aims to form international food surplus pool
New York City hosts a meeting by a preparatory committee hoping to launch an international body to pool food surpluses and prevent waste in agriculture. Marquis Onitds reports on today's editorial page.
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New Strike Wave Feared by Industry Leaders
Washington reports warn of a possible wave of strikes as CYO claims wage hikes can occur without price increases. Critics recall CIO arguments used in postwar wage demands that preceded rising prices. CFO president Philip Murray notes unions will push for higher pay, citing current labor costs and potential escalation. Page 6, Column 9.
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Crumbling Wall Collapses in Manhattan Icehouse Fire
Eight or more people died and 38 more, including children, believed buried as a five story wall collapsed into a neighboring tenement amid a five alarm blaze in an abandoned icehouse on the Upper West Side. Fire officials evacuated and treated many injured while authorities investigated the cause and questioned children who played at the site.
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Navy seeks site for armory in Syracuse area
The Navy Department plans a temporary armory in the Syracuse area. The Third Naval District commandant in New York City is to select a site, with negotiations ongoing and various properties being inspected. The aim is to avoid new construction and hasten housing material use for other programs.
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Shopping days left and site search for Navy project
The text notes trouble locating a site in Onondage Lake and Liver Pool areas for a Navy project. It mentions possible quonset hut units and inspection of prospective sites near Onondage Lake in connection with the venture.
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