Taylor quits Democrats to join Wallace ticket No 2
Idaho Senator Glen Taylor leaves the Democratic Party to become the No 2 man on Henry Wallace's ticket. He says the party has left him and criticizes major parties as a choice between two tweedles. He supports Wallace, believes in working with Russia, and asserts Wallace has broad international support.
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Glen Taylor
Idaho
Democratic Party
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Idahona
Russia
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Democratic
Wallace Plea Against Marshall Plan Shapes Russia Policy
Henry A. Wallace testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee advocating a new approach to Russia and a new White House leadership. He attacked the Marshall Plan as a device of Wall Street monopolists and urged a meeting between the next president and the Russian government head. Wallace’s running mate, Sen. Glen Taylor, disclosed plans to quit the Democratic Party for the vice presidency.
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Henry A. Wallace
Congress
Russia
White House
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Wallace
Mouse Foreign Affairs Committee
Port Authority Plans $114 Million Waterfront Upgrade
The Port of New York Authority proposes a $114,000,000 streamline program for the citys waterfront. It includes a $27,500,000 union produce terminal the worlds largest and calls for a 50 year lease to the authority of city owned piers and facilities for rehabilitation over 12 years. The plan was submitted to Mayor William O Dwyer.
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Port of New York Authority
Union Produce Terminal
William O'Dwyer
Editorial questions steel price rise and FTC records
Marquis Childson notes the investigation into steel price increases is filled with monopoly claims and urges FTC experts and steel-maker testimony for real inquiry. The piece appears on an editorial page with related features and page references.
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Marquis Childson
Federal Trade ‘Commission
FTC
Congress Backs 1.1 Million for Onondaga Dam Plan
Army engineers urged Congress to approve 81 100 000 for the Onondaga Creek dam on the Indian Reservation to complete the federal share. Col. Fovinga testified that 2 080 000 has been spent and 3 180 000 is needed, with 262 000 for this year’s completion, 74 000 for reservoir clearance, and 763 000 for the channel. The project would shield Syracuse from major floods and aid industrial and residential development, while reducing agricultural damages on the reservation. Additional 1 130 000 is sought for a Montour Falls levee to divert Catharine Creek, with 895 000 already spent. Other Upstate NY projects and costs are listed.
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Icebreaker Mackinaw Demonstrates Ice Breaking Power
Coast Guard observers report the 29 foot vessel Mackinaw plowed through 38 inches of solid ice and stacked ice debris 25 feet deep. Officials say the test shows the ship’s capability to operate in heavy ice conditions. Concluded on Page 15.
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Truman En Route to Cuba With Sunburn Aboard Yacht
President Truman travels toward Cuba and Florida for vacation while suffering a deep sunburn. He just completed a three day goodwill tour of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Brigadier General Wallace H. Graham treated the burn on the president's face after sun exposure around San Juan, St. Thomas and St. Croix.
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San Juan
St. Thomas
St. Croix
Judge Wennerstrom defends statements on war crimes trials
At Westover Air Force Base Judge Charles F Wennerstrom defended his remarks on the German war crimes trials. He rejected apologies for his statements and said he remains loyal to the United States despite Gen Telford Taylor criticisms. He acknowledged newsmen quoted him accurately about the tribunals’ motives.
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Iowa Supreme Court
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Taylor
United States
Telford Taylor
Assembly Passes Budget Bills Under Governor Dewey Plan
The Republican-controlled Assembly unanimously passed 320 of 34 bills implementing Governor Dewey's $753.5 million executive budget. Democrats opened a debate on the remaining four to raise education aid by 77 million and reduce other items by 840 million. The Senate-approved Hamvimer salary raise passed 208 to 1.
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Weather Outlook Extends Warm spell Into Thursday
The Weather Bureau says warm days will continue with even warmer conditions likely tomorrow and possibly into Thursday. Eastern states see mild to cool nights with Albany four below, Syracuse twelve above, Buffalo twenty above. tonight's low near 20 and highs around 43 tomorrow. Mercury stood at 17 at 8 AM.
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Blast Kills Man Traps Another in Pocahontas Theater
A gas tank explosion in Pocahontas leveled three buildings in the business district. One man was killed and another was trapped as responders battled to reach survivors.
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Guerrillas Routed After Raid on Aigion by Planes and Ships
Press dispatches report a 400 strong guerrilla force raiding Aigion was routed and is being pounded by planes and warships. The action reflects ongoing combat in the region with the attackers facing substantial losses.
Old Lady’s Mistake in Brigadoon Tale Sparks Laughter
Cheryl Crawford recalls an elderly shopper in the city who grows irritated with a taxi driver signaling traffic. She warns, “Young man, you watch out what you’re goin’ . I’ll tell you when it starts to rain.”
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FBI Checks Steel Firms In Anti Trust Probe
Attorney General Clark ordered FBI agents to 16 leading steel companies to probe last week's steel price rise. He said the inquiry seeks to determine if price increases resulted from a producer agreement violating anti trust laws. President Truman remotely instructed agencies to review the $5 per ton increase.
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Allen Selected for U.S. Post in Washington
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee recommended confirming George W. Allen as Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs. President Truman named Allen, then ambassador to Iran, to replace William Benton who resigned. a full Senate vote is needed before he can take office.
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Bill Aims Fishing Permits for Women in New York
In Albany the Assembly passed a bill to prohibit women from fishing in New York State waters without permits. The measure cleared on a 103 to 37 vote and imposes new licensing requirements for female anglers.
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Envoy Lavrischev Named Soviet Ambassador to Turkey
P A Lavrischev was appointed Soviet ambassador to Turkey replacing Sergei Vinogradov who has been absent from Ankara for over two years. The announcement was made today in Moscow.
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Turkey
Sergei Vinogradov
Jankara
Sales tax boosts shoppers as Syracuse stores crowd downtown
Crowds flocked to Syracuse shops as the 2 per cent sales tax took effect at midnight. Merchants reported brisk Easter and bridal outfit sales, with department stores running at capacity from noon to 8:30 p.m. Buyers appeared drawn by the tax and sunny holiday, despite merchants pledging no pre tax propaganda.
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Syracuse
Germans Reported Leaving Hungary for Austria Exodus
United States military circles report a large scale German exodus from Hungary into Austria under way. Refugees numbered in the thousands, allegedly ordered to join the Communist Party or face deportation to Siberia.
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Austria
Communist Party
Siberia
Duke of Worcester Undergoes Foot Operation
The Duke of Worcester and brother of King George had a minor foot operation today. Doctors said the procedure will immobilize him for several weeks.
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Duke of Woucester
King George
Prague Crisis as Bayonets Seize Social Democratic HQ
In Prague late today security police armed with bayonets entered the Social Democratic party headquarters, following a Communist directed move seen as pressure for control. Trade unions staged a one hour strike in solidarity, while Gottwald predicted swift Communist victory. protests and cabinet resignations fueled a national crisis and hints of a new government circulated as Moscow and Prague officials coordinated.
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Communist Party
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Minneapolis Teachers Go On Strike Shutting 92 Schools
Eleven hundred A F S public school teachers began a strike at 8 A M, closing 92 schools and forcing 5 000 pupils into vacation amid sleet. Mayor Humphrey warned no settlement. Strikers demand salary scales rising from 2 000 4 000 to 3 000 6 000. about half of Minneapolis teachers are affected.
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