Police Seek Clues in Mysterious Sniper Attacks
Police chase a mysterious sniper blamed for killing one woman and wounding six others. A couple, James J. McCann and John McCann, reported a man in a long black coat and derby with a rifle-like object near their home while they hung Christmas lights. A neighbor, Mrs Cohen, died days earlier in Oak Lane after being struck during holiday-related violence. Vigilante groups have appeared, pressuring authorities in a tense Philadelphia area.
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James J. McCann
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Claire
Cohen
Newspaper Union Rejects Contract
In New York City the Newspaper and Mail Deliverers Union Independent rejected a two year contract with major daily publishers by 2241 to 356. The union with about 3700 members says negotiations will resume and a strike is not planned. Joseph Simons, the president, noted the vote does not trigger a strike.
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Joseph Simons
Anti American Drive Spurred by China War of Ideologies Rises
In Hong Kong telegraph dispatches report a strong anti foreign campaign in China with protests and censorship against perceived American influence. The piece notes mass campaigns, the suppression of Dr James Yen and Rockefeller funding claims, and actions by 150,000 participants including factory workers as part of a broader crackdown led by the Communist establishment.
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China
Reds
United States
James Yen
Jihe
Rockefeller
Chinese Foundation
Yen
Sears
Shanghai
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Ipreriatem
Jockey Jock W. Martin's Wife Slain as Uncle Held
Pasadena report outlines the fatal shooting of Victoria Martin by an uncle, Frank H. Brooks, a 51-year-old night watchman. Brooks was overpowered by officers and bystanders after resisting arrest and fired at Patrolman Ernest Howard, who escaped injury. Martin remained at large with his two young children briefly mentioned. the case included notes of a cited curse and unclear park observations.
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Calif
Jock W. Martin
Victoria
Frank H. Brooks
Glendale
ED Fleck
Brooks
Dewey Declined Truman Offer to Be Britain Ambassador
Washington based sources report President Truman asked Gov. Thomas E. Dewey to serve as ambassador to Great Britain last August. Dewey, a two time GOP presidential contender, declined to pursue the post, opting to remain governor of New York and head of the party while weighing a third term.
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Truman
Thomas E. Dewey
New York
United States
Great Britain
Dewey
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Republican Party
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Impellitteri hits defense laxity in New York City
Mayor Vincent R. Impellitteri and civil defense chief Arthur W. Wallander blasted the federal government and residents for lethargy toward the home defense program. Impellitteri said Washington has not appropriated even ten cents for civil defense and called the city’s 2.5 million dollars “mere peanuts” if an attack occurs. Wallander urged greater public awareness of potential dangers.
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York City
Vincent R. Impellitteri
Impellitter
U.S
Arthur W. Wallander
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Arlene Dahl and Lex Barker Engaged at Hollywood Party
A Hollywood house party hosted by Ray Milland and wife ended with actress Arlene Dahl’s engagement to Lex Barker. Dahl, 24, will marry Barker, 34, in her first marriage. Barker, son of New York residents, was previously married. Engagement announced by Dahl family.
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Arlene Dahl
Lex Barker
Parzen
R. S. Dahl
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Barker
Alexander C. Barker
New York
Constance Thurlow
Bowery Vagrants To Get Guidance
New York City will divert Bowery vagrants facing loitering charges to the Welfare Department for training and rehabilitation. Magistrates will refer suitable cases to Hart Island for options in carpentry baking plumbing and shop work with medical psychiatric and social services available.
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Bowery
Snather
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Department of Welfare
John M. Murtagh
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