UN chief Lie predicts 1959 hopeful world in new year
United Nations Secretary General Trygve Lie says 1959 will bring opportunities for constructive statesmanship and world peace. In a New Year message he calls for clear thinking calm nerves and steady confidence in nations working loyally at the UN. The piece also notes AFL wage push and state worker pay requests in Albany with a focus on proposed raises.
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New Year Lake
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Fire claims two in Bridgeport house blaze
In Bridgeport Connecticut two people died and two others were overcome by smoke as a fire tore through a crec hutary wooden house. Seven others escaped to safety. The dead were Hilda Prez an 11 year old and Manuel Ferimaro who roomed with the family. Parents were overcome while fleeing from a blazing bedroom.
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Bridgeport
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Hilda Prez
Manuel Ferimaro
Fire Wrecks Rangoon Tenements Leaving 1000 Homeless
In central Rangoon more than a thousand poor residents were made homeless when a fire swept through 100 thatched tenement houses. No casualties were reported. The scene highlighted extreme urban vulnerability in Burma’s capital.
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Burma
Rangoon
Snow Chaos Delays Downtown Clearing Efforts
Snow left downtown streets congested as crews worked overnight to widen cleared lanes. Road crews reported progress, while drifting snow hampered hill areas and ice made driving hazardous. Trains and flights faced delays due to heavy snow and flood washouts, but some services resumed or operated on time as conditions improved.
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Edwin M. Bastard
Central Railroad
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Easton
New ‘York City
New York
American Airlines
Buffalo
New York City
Colonial Airlines
Washington, D. C
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Typographers Strike At Miami News Papers
Typos strike disrupts operations at Miami Herald and Daily News as Local 430 union members walk out over alleged dismissals. Daniel J. Mshaner of the Daily News defends the action, saying the union will not tolerate improper handling of copy and vows all venues will be affected by the walkout.
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International Typographical Union
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News
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Wage dispute at Herald strike vows new contract
The Herald reported the strike centered on wages with no side naming the exact scale. James L. Haight noted a new contract offering $100.50 for a 40 hour week as most workers had been on a 35 hour schedule when the strike began.
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the Herald
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Herald
Seneca Falls Bank to Elect Directors and Officers Thursday
The Seneca Falls Bank will hold elections Thursday to choose directors and desk officers. A team of candidates led by the Dadk and Tectors is expected to be elected to fill leadership roles in the bank’s governance.
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Dadk
Deaths list includes notable local figures in several cities
A group of obituaries notes the deaths of Aeri T. Black age Si in Los Angeles Edward S Johnson a chemistry expert in New Rochelle Dr George Z Waselen a renowned hematologist in Bucacen Commissioner William Peart 29 a retired Army leader in Pacific Palisades California Mrs Helen Nelson William widow of Warren Milar in Man hasect ZL.
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St. Paul
Meer Press
Los Angeles
Edward S&. Johnson
New Rochelle
George Z. Waselen
Bucacen
William Peart
Saivacen
Pacific Palisades
Cahif
Helen Nelson William
Mar Warren Wilar
Chiang asserts China can beat Reds at new year rally
Chiang Kai-shek affirmed China’s military strength against Communists during a public visit to Sun Yat-sen’s tomb, urging unity and resilience. His remarks, released in varying translations, included hints about possible resignation but emphasized resolve and national defense amid propaganda concerns and regional tensions.
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Van skids into ditch endangering Oneida man
William Cushion of Wingate Falls had a close call Friday when his van skidded and plunged into a ditch near Oneida Verona highner. Two four ton tanks of chlorine gas, valued at 1250, were overturned and dumped into the Glenmore reservoir 20 miles northeast of Oneida.
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Wingate Falls
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World Isn't Headed For Perdition in '49
In a retrospective column the author argues that 1949 will not bring civilization’s end. He predicts continued Cold War tensions with communism and rising Western recovery, noting Japan’s improving economy and General MacArthur praising postwar progress. The piece ends with an optimistic forecast citing AP and a general belief that 1949 will be a good year.
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Tamie
Perdizon
Crete
America
Alven W. Barkley
Europe
H. Robertson
Japan
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Delphi
Harry T. Montgomery
Rutland Trains To Be Dropped
Malose Maione and other SGlages challenged the Rutland Railroad after a commission ruled the two passenger trains between Rouses Point and Ogdensburg could be discontinued. The commission requires a 15 day notice and will also alert the district superintendent of mails to arrange mail routes by January 31.
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Maione
Rutland
Rouses Point
Ogeensourg
Justice Ringrose To Be Honored At Jefferson County Dinner
WATERTOWN Jefferson County Bar Association will honor Supreme Court Justice E Howard Ringrose of Rome at a dinner hosted at the Black River Valley. The event accompanies the January equity term of the supreme court opening, with Ringrose presiding. He died on Tuesday.
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Supreme Court
E. Howard Ringroe
Rome
Jefferson County Bar Association
Black River Valley
Mystery Man in Probate: Shaws Estate Valued at $8.6 Million
Cleveland probate inventory reveals John Radle died recently, estate appraised at $3,555,263, with 212 stock and bond certificates. The largest holding was 20,349 shares of Cleveland Worsted Mills Co valued at $1,322,685. Few knew of his wealth. He avoided photos during life.
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John Raubdle
Maron
Radle
Cleveland Worsted Mills Co
Mme Chiang Sees Strife Statement From Chinese Embassy
The Chinese Embassy released a statement warning of continued strife and urging pursuit of universal peace. It emphasizes that without a way to secure peace and justice, nations face ongoing danger and global insecurity.
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Mme
Chiang
Washington
Securit
Floods Cause Wide Flooding Across New York and Neighbors
Floods from Page One report widespread disruption as rivers and creeks overran banks in New York and nearby states. Evacuations occurred in Bennington and Berkshires areas while power lines, telephones, and rail service faced major outages. weather offices and vaccine stockpile plans were activated to avert health risks.
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Quake Cuts Off Lights in Monterey Bay Area
A sharp quake rattled California and the Pacific coast, knocking out power in Monterey County and nearby towns. The temblor, centered near the area, damaged glass and disabled high tension lines for hours, with reports of chandeliers swaying in San Francisco and seismologists noting potential for further aftershocks.
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Sabi QA
Pacific Grove
California
Nevada
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Charlotte Islands
Canadian
Pacife Grove
New Mosterey
San Francisco
Parkinson Resigns From Agricultural Firms After Long Service
Robert A Parkinson of 135 Winslow Street resigns as vice president of the Agricultural and Empire State Insurance companies. After nearly 43 years with the firms, supervision of the territory will be split between Executive Vice President Wayne A Seaver and Vice President Alvin K Wallane.
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