Rent Control Bill Extends Protections in House
Chairman Brent Spence introduced a two year extension of rent control beyond March 31. The measure would broaden coverage of housing and restore Woods authority to sue for damages, curb evictions, and pursue criminal prosecutions of repeat violators, with Senate action noted and president undecided.
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Axis Sally Goes on Trial
The treason trial of Mildred Gillars, known as Axis Sally, opened in Washington as jurors faced tough questions on guilt and bias. Federal Judge Edward Curran presided over jury selection amid scrutiny of religious and political beliefs.
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Paraguay Revolt Breaks Out Against Gonzales Regime
Unconfirmed reports from Asuncion say a revolution has erupted in Paraguay against President Juan Natalio Gonzales. Colonel Canate of the 1st Regiment allegedly leads the revolt with Felipe Molas Lopez as political leader. a prior coup against Gonzales was crushed with teachers arrested.
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London Daily Telegraph on Cominform pressure toward Yugoslavia
The London Daily Telegraph reports that Russia has 52 percent ordered the Cominform states to apply the economic squeeze to Yugoslavia. The note highlights Soviet influence within the bloc and mounting pressure on Belgrade amid Cold War tensions.
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TODAY'S FEATURES BIG SHOW IN CONGRESS DEBATE WIGS AND WIRETAPS
The center of today’s page highlights a feature on Congress about to convene in fall swine and debate topics such as wigs for bald men, built in evioring for dlee and tapped telephone wires. Frederick GC Othman writes in his Faeeening column, with comics, horoscopes, and sections on Amusements, Deaths, Financial, Classes, Radio, Life, Editorials, and Sports pages noted.
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Rail engineers to strike across 15 western railroads
West Coast rail workers announce a 25 000 member strike plan against 15 western railroads beginning in one week. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers cites wage and work condition demands as lead issue with dates set for early January.
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Armistice talks in Middle East resume after brief pause
Bunche resumed armistice discussions with Israeli and Egyptian delegations amid renewed doubt over a breakthrough. Separate talks followed reports the conference faltered. Israel blocked evacuation of about 3600 Egyptian troops from the Faluja pocket. Egypt demands pre Oct 15 lines. Jews resist returning to pre Oct 35 positions.
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Minnesota bill shields reporters sources in state legislature
A Minnesota measure to protect a journalist's confidential information was ready for introduction. It mirrors laws in 22 states, prohibiting courts or government bodies from forcing reporters or news organizations to reveal their sources.
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Britain and France Move Toward Recognizing Israel
A government source says Britain and France formally approved recognizing Israel today. An informant indicated cabinet approval sets stage for official recognition in a matter of days with a formal announcement forthcoming.
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Vandals Damaged Stones in Historic St. P Cemetery
In Mount Vernon the historic St. Paul’s churchyard were torn from bases and smashed including a marble Madonna. Police report four gravestones damaged and vandalism linked to unidentified youths. Rector Weigle condemned the act noting the cemetery holds 4000 to 5000 graves, including veterans and American Indian remains.
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Fire damages led to narrow bank rescue in Kansas City
A fire trapped Mrs. Mary Breen, 65, in her apartment. Firefighters pulled her to safety and recovered her girdle from a trunk upon her urgent request. She had $2,200 sewn in the girdle lining. A separate item notes George Edward Croxford receiving a one month oil sentence and admonition in London. In Washington, Senator Douglas laments Senate fatigue and jokes about cocktails and longer hearings while rushing to other duties.
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Hospital His Office PITTSBURGH UP
Leroy Walker, 31, head of a $1 million heating and air conditioning firm, runs his business from his room at The West Penn Hospital after December 22 injuries in a fall down an elevator shaft. He is recovering and can sit up in a wheelchair to sign contracts and handle paperwork with daily help from his secretary.
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Rita Hayworth and Aly Gstaad trip delayed by flu
Prinsely Khan told Palace Hotel management by telephone that he and Rita Hayworth are ill with influenza and must return to Gstaad from Cannes for a few days. They had planned to join Miss Hayworth's four year old daughter Rebecca Welles in Gstaad today.
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Senate Debates End of Filibuster Civil Rights Push
Washington reports Senator Hayden leading hearings on proposals to curb the filibuster as part of a broader civil rights drive. Morse urges a majority rule to stop filibuster. Humphrey and Ives express doubt on quick action. The administration seeks limits to clear steps for Truman civil rights program amid Southern opposition.
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May Garsson Bribe Convictions Upheld
The U S Court of Appeals upheld war fraud and bribery convictions of former Kentucky Congressman Andrew J Mey and Henry Garsson industrialist brothers. The Garssons headed a wartime munitions company earning bribes totaling 53 63 and 0 served prison terms. both had been free on bond.
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High Winds and Snow Forecast with Prague Spy Arrests
Snow squalls and gusty winds up to 40 miles per hour are forecast tonight with a cold front expected to drop temperatures to 28. Tomorrow's high may reach 30 before a further drop to 25 in harsh weather. Snow flurries and continued cold are predicted through Wednesday. In Prague, police hint new arrests tied to a Slovak spy ring linked to American intelligence, revealing letters seized from the group. The 60 arrested are said to be just the first round, including 10 state officials, 17 university students, a priest, and three women.
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U.S. Agents Probe Smuggling Ring In Europe
U.S. Air Force intelligence presses for more members in a multi million dollar German smuggling ring case. Several Europeans, including suspects from Nagasaki region, are in custody as authorities pursue links across Europe and Japan. A separate incident reports a fatal jeep crash near Syracuse University, with two officers, a sergeant, his wife, and their child among the dead or injured, while a burglary scare at Nottingham Cottage involves a knocked rear window and stolen clothing.
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Dutch Are Stalled In North Sumatra Advance
The Singapore office of the Indonesian Republic said Sumatran Republican forces have not penetrated the northern coast. Coastal ships arriving here indicated the Republicans will hold North Sumatra.
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Eden to Speak Before Toronto Board of Trade
Anthony Eden, British Conservative Party leader and foreign affairs figure, will address the Toronto Board of Trade today after arriving from Ottawa where he conferred on world affairs with Prime Minister Louis St Laurent and external affairs minister Lester Pearson.
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Truman asks Congress to repeal tariffs act and restore old trade law
President Truman asked Congress to repeal the Republican changes to the Tariff Act and restore the old Reciprocal Trade Law, arguing extended restrictions hinder world trade talks. He urged a three year extension of the former law and criticized the GOP provisions limiting tariff negotiations and requiring detailed justification for reductions.
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Ammunition Dump Explodes in China
A government dump and ordnance factory near Wanknasasi gate exploded in two blast series that continued for four hours. Initial reports warned of heavy casualties possibly reaching hundreds.
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Envoys Press Copenhagen Talks to Break Defense Pact Deadlock
Foreign ministers of Norway, Sweden and Denmark conferred in Copenhagen in a final push to resolve the deadlock over a Scandinavian Defense Alliance. The talks followed a stalled Copenhagen Conference and aimed to secure a pact among the three nations.
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Southern Hospitality and Furs Tale From Baton Rouge
Horace Truslers recalls a Louisiana scene about furs and travel in Baton Rouge. A traveler joins a farmer and his wife who end up sharing a single bed with nine sleeping children, leaving the guests to sleep in the kitchen corner. The anecdote contrasts hospitality with crowded sleeping arrangements.
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