Inaugural Week Opened With Festive Washington Ceremony
Washington prepared for the 41st inaugural events as crowds gathered under white stands. President Truman and Vice President Barkley would take the oath Thursday amid a week of receptions, parades, and state festivities. A massive parade and fireworks would color the capital, with delegates, governors, and social leaders attending from across the nation.
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Bell Hop Peter Vaccaro Sentenced for Perjury in Divorce Case
Peter Vaccaro, 21, a bell hop, was sentenced to nine years in Onondaga County Penitentiary for second degree perjury tied to testimony in a divorce action involving William K Zit At a heating. Zimmer sought modification to retain custody of her daughter Barbara as Justice Frank J. Cregg presided.
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Onondaga County
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Frank J. Cregg
Buyreme Court
FODAY'S FEATURES FALL OF STL AND MORE
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Clarence on iron fence spike in critical condition
An accident on the Red Feather Highway left Clarence impaled on a fence spike with injuries described as critical at City Hospital. The spike pierced Schamel’s body and penetrated the rear cushion of a driver’s seat, indicating a severe collision event involving a vehicle and a roadside obstacle.
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City Hospital
Schamel
Reorganization Power Sought by President in 60 Day Plan
The President asked Congress to grant permanent authority to reorganize the government. He argued the executive branch needs a broad reorganization plan, with proposed changes to take effect in 60 days unless both chambers reject. Supporters say prompt reform boosts efficiency while opponents warn of overreach.
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Reds Poised Nanking Defense Seen as Hopeless
Chinese government massed about 50 000 troops on a 300 mile front as observers warn of a doomed effort to defend Nanking. Pengpu has fallen outflanked, rail links between Chenghsien and Pengpu disrupted, and officials urge peace talks with the Communists as Peiping weighs ceasefire moves amid a looming climax in the besieged capital.
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Boy 7 Found Frozen As Posse Hunts Brother
Searchers found the body of a seven year old boy in an icy Mills area near Elkins West Virginia while a brother and a nine year old remained missing. A 16 year old companion was found yesterday and is in critical condition at a local hospital. The brothers disappeared while walking from their mountain community toward the Carr home about five miles away.
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Rodlert
Carr
Helmick
Eston
Veterae
U S Air Force B 29 Crashes in Scotland Killing 20
A U S Air Force B 29 crash in thick Scottish fog near Succot Glen Argyllshire killed about 20 servicemen aboard. Rescue teams found five bodies on a 3000 foot mountainside. others feared dead or missing as the sister ship diverted to Scampton. The flight was en route to Iceland then the United States.
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Mink Coat Theft At Cicero Mink Farms
Mrs. Ann Snyder reports a mink coat theft on Brewerton road Saturday night. A thief took 8 pelts worth 1160, leaving 23 green pelts and 300 other pelts, a shining knife missing, and a broken window. Loss not covered by insurance. Nearby, four youths were arrested in burglaries at two service stations at 3 AM. stolen money found hidden nearby.
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Ann
71-year-old former Air Force lieutenant convicted of treason
Martin Monti of Florissant Missouri pleaded guilty to ten treason charges and was sentenced to 25 years in prison plus a $10,000 fine. He allegedly volunteered for the SS Elite Guard and handed himself and his plane to the Germans in Italy during World War II after going AWOL in Karachi. Federal Judge Robert Inch presided as German witnesses testified for the government.
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Fire Fatality Murders Ithaca Home Tragedy
A deadly blaze swept through a two story frame home in Ithaca injuring one resident and killing Russell Hardesty aged 33 trapped in his bedroom. Richard Bush suffered burns while attempting a rescue as Mrs John Little aided her three children including a four year old in escaping the flames.
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Elk Delays Mail Carrier Near Elk Town
Jimmie Rains, a rural mail carrier, reported an irate elk delayed his jeep near a mailbox. The elk bumped the vehicle repeatedly, forced a check of the radiator area, and finally punched a hole in the jeep’s side before the driver could escape.
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Rains
Greek leaders rush to form government under king’s deadline
Greek political figures from 10 parties convened under King Paul with a two hour limit to assemble a new government. If no stable pact emerges, the king indicated he would seek another solution.
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Dinner scene shows titled officers in Okie preparedness forces
In Cleveland Major James Girard a staff officer sits at a dinner and remarks on titles. The scene recalls a similar boast by a man calling himself a general, who claimed his title came from decades of service as a marekeeper.
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Okie
Cleveland
Blank
Burglars Hit Local Businesses in Weekend Break-Ins
Patrolman Stewart Hetler said burglars gained entry by breaking a rear window at Motor Freight Lines Inc on 419 W Beilfn and entered offices after knocking down a door. Investigating detectives Michael and Frank Corbett assisted. A second break-in occurred at Universal Service Co at 80L W Gennntener with entry through a side window and forced interior door. Cash drawer was ransacked.
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Beifien
Stewart Hetler
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Michael
Frank Corbett
Ntener
Heiler
Taft Says Budget Can Be Cut If Hoover Plan Adopted
Senator Taft asserts the 41.9 billion dollar budget could be trimmed by at least 3 billion if the Hoover Commission plan is adopted. He cautions savings depend on the administration implementing the commission's recommendations and on avoiding new taxes.
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Taft
Corman
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Adel
Bus Operator Dies as Passenger Stops Crowded Vehicle
In Kansas City a bus operator, Elmer C. Booker, 58, died at the wheel from a heart attack. An alert passenger pulled the emergency brake, bringing the bus to a safe halt with many riders aboard.
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Elmer C. Booker
Snow and Cold Bring Flurries to Syracuse Area
A high pressure system moving from the upper Great Lakes will bring snow flurries and colder weather to Syracuse tonight and tomorrow. The Weather Bureau forecasts a low around 18 degrees with a possible drop lower. Tomorrow's high near 25, with a rebound expected Wednesday as another cold front pushes through. The previous day reached 82 at 5 PM and 45 at midnight.
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Weather Bureau
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Andres Keiler
Munteerolapist
Ture
Killer Dies After Death Pact Says Bronx Man Stabbed Wife
New York police quoted a Bronx merchant about Morris Fracked or Fraced dying from self inflicted wounds after confessing he stabbed his wife Bertha in an alleged death pact. He allegedly pledged to kill himself 22 hours later. The case centers on a planned double murder and suicide.
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Bronx
Rita Aly Will Marry When Prince Is Free
Cannes reports say Rita Hayworth and Prince Aly Khan plan marriage as soon as the prince is free. Aly Khan, son of Aga Khan, is reportedly seeking divorce from his British wife Joan Yarde-Buller, heiress to Guinness money, with progress alleged for nearly a year.
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Miss Haworth
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Guinness
Trial of 122 Communist leaders opens in New York
The trial of 122 top Communist party leaders accused of overthrowing the U S Government opened with only 11 defendants present. William Foster, national chairman, was absent due to illness. A strong police guard remained as defense lawyers challenged police removal and sought postponements. U S Attorney McGahey proceeded with the indictment against the 11 defendants present while Doctors prepared reports on Foster’s fitness to stand trial.
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Harry M.sacher
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