Britain Recognizes Communist China Breaking with Chiang Kai-shek
Britain moved to recognize Mao Zedong's government in Peiping, cutting formal ties with Chiang Kai-shek and safeguarding British investments and Hong Kong. The shift sets Britain against the United States and France, with expectant action from Norway Sweden Denmark and others. Chiang's ambassador in London was notified that Chiang's delegation is no longer recognized.
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India
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Rain Ahead Dips as Weatherman Predicts Warmer Turn
The weatherman forecasts a half inch of rain for Central New York tonight and tomorrow with above normal temperatures. Low ceilings halt most flights from Syracuse except Colonial Air Lines to Washington. American Airlines remains grounded. A southwest disturbance over southern Ohio brings rain while Rochester and Buffalo see sleet and snow mix, but a warming trend ends wintery mix. Temperatures this month average 21 degrees above normal with a five day outlook 3 to 5 degrees above normal.
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Rural Electrification Lifts 80 Percent of U S Farms
The Rural Electrification Administration drives electric power to about eighty percent of U S farms, cited as a key factor behind the New Deal Fair Deal Party victories. Marquis Childs comments in his column on the editorial page.
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Ice Storm and Floods Hit Wide Midwest Area
Sleet and freezing rain created new hazards and slowed relief for hundreds of homeless families. Memphis suffered through the worst ice storm in 17 years with power outages and limited transportation. Severe cold and flood damage spread from Illinois to Texas, with thousands affected and schools closed.
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Girl Trapper Wins in Monros County Fox Contest
Sylvia Dietrich, 11, topped the boys in the junior division of the Monros County 4 H Club fox trapping event. She gathered 15 pelts in three months earning a .22 rifle, a silver trophy and 5 dollars.
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No Other Man Faye Emerson Seeks Divorce
Actress Faye Emerson heads to Mexico City to pursue a quick divorce from Elliott Roosevelt. She denies any other man involved while noting a private property settlement has been made and commenting on private reasons for the split. Roosevelt has been linked to cafe singer Gigi Durston, with speculation uncertain.
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Gigi” Durston
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Mayor's Pay Boost Nears Vote in Common Council
The Common Council prepared to raise Mayor Thomas J. Corcoran's salary from 10 000 to 15 000 annually. Support from Republicans and Democrats indicated willingness to approve the increase, initially introduced weeks ago by Alfred W. Haight. Previously, Republicans blocked a vote to defer to former Mayor Frank J. Costello who served four years at 10 000.
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Colder Than Hell Records Subzero Chill in Norway
In Hell Norway the temperature plunged to forty degrees below zero yesterday marking a record cold snap for the region. Residents reported extreme wind chills and posed for photos amid the icy streets and frost covered landmarks.
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Abducted UAW guard found near River Rouge
George Thomas a 38 year old UAW watchman who found 39 sticks of dynamite outside the international headquarters was abducted at 5 AM and dumped alive beside the River Rouge. Doctors at Wayne County Hospital reported temporary serious condition after exposure and restraint.
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Ex-Syracuse Student Inherits Egyptian Dancing Girls
Christopher Janus, former Syracuse College of Liberal Arts student, now a Chicago businessman, inherited four Egyptian dancing girls from his late uncle in Egypt. His wife Bea describes the idea of bringing them to America as impractical and unsuitable for city life. Janus, 38, fluent in languages, attended Harvard and Oxford after Syracuse and often visits relatives near Cayuga.
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City May Host State Legion Convention in Syracuse
Syracuse likely to host the American Legion state convention with 15000 to 20000 guests in late July and early August. New York City officials Louis Drago and Maurice S Stember attended with local leaders Ambrose Amidon Clarence Keller and others to plan facilities and cost about 8000 dollars. Saratoga Springs is noted as the only active competitor and Buffalo hosted last year.
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Frederick E. Norton
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Thomas J. Corcoran
Fay Mareness
Jefferson-Clinton
Syracuse Hotel Men's Association
James F. Gilday
Pat Miller
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Tacana Volcano Erupts After 48 Years in Mexico Guatemala
Tacana Volcano near Tapachula erupted today for the first time since 1902 forcing farmers to flee. Refugees report tremors a week earlier at the 13,000 foot peak with smoke ashes and lava seen from 30 miles away.
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Postoffice quotes spark a Kiwanis moment in Chicago
Geoffrey Campbell of Kiwanis International recalls a humorous Chicago encounter when a young Cornelius visits a post office seeking peanuts. The clerk corrects him, highlighting the mix of services offered as local Postoffice lines blur with other goods in Four Corners.
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Kiwanis International
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Truman outlines economic program for Congress
President Truman presents a summary of his economic report with twelve proposed measures. Revisions to tax structure, private housing investment, longer loan maturities, farm income support, new Columbia Valley Administration, educational aid, social security expansion, extended rent control, International Trade Organization charter, aid to underprivileged countries, export import guarantees, banking reserve authority, and consumer credit and exchange regulation are urged for enactment.
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Ohio coal firms sue Lewis union leaders for 8 million damages
Five Ohio coal companies filed five suits in Common Pleas Court seeking nearly 8 million dollars from John L. Lewis and United Mine Workers leaders and the union treasury. Companion suits target union members to block adherence to Lewis's three day work week. Plaintiffs claim tonnage losses from strikers and work stoppages amount to 7 million tons in 1949.
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Gunman Pulls Extraction Job On Dentist
In Chicago a 62 year old dentist, Dr. George W Bailey, was restrained in a chair by a gunman who demanded money. The robber tied him with a bib and escaped with 126 dollars after the staged extraction.
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McNutt Undergoes Gall Bladder Operation in New York
Former U S high commissioner to the Philippines and Indiana governor Paul V I McNutt is in New York Hospital after a gall bladder operation. His Washington office says the surgery was not serious and he is resting.
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Truman promises jobs and growth to end postwar crisis
President Truman declares the United States can offer its people 61 million jobs this year and 64 million in five years with the goal of eliminating poverty. He urges business, labor, and farmers to meet a "magnificent challenge" as he seeks standby credit powers and more liberal loan terms for small business, plus a moderate tax increase. Prices remain near target levels and wage policy stays with management and labor.
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102.2 Degree Heat Kills 3 in Sydney
A mid-summer heat wave in the Sydney area caused three deaths and 64 prostrations as temperatures reached 102.2 degrees, the highest in four years. Emergency officials appealed for precautions amid the extreme heat.
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Australia
Indigestion and Emotional Causes in Medical News
Doctors find that at least one in four indigestion cases may have an emotional trigger. Learn the facts about this stomach disorder and how you may alleviate it. Read Indigestion in the American Magazine this Sunday.
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