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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1948
Page
2
Ernest Laster, 24, was killed by a single knife thrust after a six day dispute. Police arrested Loyals Williams, 48, at his home and he allegedly said he and Laster fought over a dollar and a bottle of wine. A political procession preceded ceremonies at the cathedral with church leaders from across the United States.
Walter Kiernan notes the humorous notion of a realistic Truman expense account. He mocks salaries and perks, referencing the president’s pay and perks while contrasting with regional food gifts and post election discussions.
Washington reports a confrontation between the United States and Russia over Gen Douglas MacArthur's Japan labor policy. The Far Eastern Commission plans a closed meeting to discuss a Japanese law on strikes and collective bargaining for about 3 million government workers. The US backs MacArthur while Russia Britain Australia and New Zealand oppose the law. Meanwhile a Christmas dinner note mentions a Tom or hen turkey for the Trumans.
Ernia R. Smith, 44, jailed for the first time since 1929 on his former wife's claim he stole her belly and a pocketbook containing $15. Most prior arrests were drunkenness, officials said. Bureau updates include reports of fires in Burma and Canada poultry imports restrictions.
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