Granddaughter Grandchild Birth Celebrated by Dietrich in Sardus
Earl Wilson recalls Marlene Dietrich sharing pride over her grandson Johnny Michael born at Leroy Rich Sanitarium. Dietrich, visiting for Maria Riva, comments on Johnny as the biggest and strongest baby, while she juggles studio duties and a movie premiere at Paramount.
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Marlene Dietrich
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John Michael
Leroy Rich Sanitarium
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Paramount
Johnny
Father of 11 Found Slain in Barrel Barre NY
A 58-year-old Batavia Veterans Hospital employee, William Larson of Waterport, father of 11, was found murdered in his wrecked auto south of Albion in Barre Town Orleans County. Sheriff Car Kleindienst identified the victim, killed by a shotgun blast to the chest.
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Army asks job leaves for reservists to train
The Army asks employers to grant leaves of absence to reserve personnel for training or periods of active duty. The plan aims to support national defense by ensuring workers can return to jobs after duty or training. Government officials stress the importance of job security for those serving.
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National Defense Program
Fred Allen
Brix
Wendell Westover
Portland
Jerry
Re- Colonna
Armando
Dali
Dan Ehrenreichs
Erica
Child Kills Self With Revolver At Camp
Three year old Robert Spears died yesterday at a summer camp near Monty's Bay in Clinton County. Deputy Gene Charbonneau said the child found a 38 caliber revolver in a bureau drawer and shot himself through the heart.
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Chug Tne
Monty's Bay
Gene Charbonneau
Clinton County
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Deaths Dr Charles Ryan Adams and Elizabeth Naynes
Dr Charles Ryan Adams 73 a nationally prominent Presbyterian minister and educator died in Dayton Mississippi native Elizabeth Naynes keeper of lace and embroidery at the Cooper Union Museum and former curator of the department of decorative arts at the Brooklyn Museum died in Brooklyn
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Elizabeth Naynes
Cooper Unio Museum
Department of Decorative Arts
Brooklyn Museum
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China Aid Agreement to Be Signed Saturday
The American embassy announced a China aid pact will be signed Saturday afternoon in Nanking. Ching will receive the bulk of about 490000 dollars. Foreign Minister Wang Shih Chieh will sign for China, Ambassador J Leighton Stuart for the United States.
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Nanking
Ching
Wang Shih-Chieh
J. Leighton Stuart
United States
Greeks Sign Aid Pact With United States
In Athens the Greek American ECA accord was signed today by Foreign Minister Constantin Tsaldaris and U S chargé d affaires Carl Rankin. Parliament is set to ratify the agreement as government officials hailed the pact as a major step.
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Robinson Still Leads In Soaring National Soaring Contest
Robinson, veteran glider specialist from Pasadena, leads the 15th National Soaring Contest with 322 points after second-day flights. Paul MacGready of San Mario and Fritz Compton of Miami hold runnerup and third, as multiple pilots exceed 100 miles in the Elmira event.
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West Targhkank
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Trun
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San Mario
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Fritz Compton
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Bill Coverdale
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Ray Parker
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Tobhama
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Democratic Leaders Press for Summer Session
Democratic leaders urge a summer session as party chiefs outline a plan to challenge the GOP. Republicans show reluctance to return to work soon while President Truman declines comment. Senator McGrath of Rhode Island signals early moves as hearings begin in Philadelphia.
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Rhode Island
Ten Unionists Subpoenaed In Red Probe
Subpoenas issued by House Labor Committee chair Hartley target ten union leaders in New York amid a red probe. The announcement names labor figures described as influential within the union leadership structure and rent out allegations under review.
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Congress
Nara Cure
Rete Wing
New York
Hartley
R-N. J
House Labor Committee
Eal
Recalled Hundreds at Subcommittee Hearing on Labor Policy
A New York subcommittee hearing on labor and anti-lynch, anti-poll tax sentiment unfolds with references to Truman, Eisenhower, and the Democratic platform. Survivors from a fishing boat disaster are reported, and figures like Francis Myers and Dewey appear in discussion of a special session and party strategy.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
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Eisenhower
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Ways and Means Committee
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Thomas E. Dewey
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Lanning Named State Director of Veterans Affairs
Leo V. Lanning of Buffalo a World War I veteran is appointed director of the State Division of Veterans Affairs in Albany. The $14 000 a year post was approved by Governor Dewey yesterday, succeeding Edward J. Neary of Westbury who resigned March 31.
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Leo V. Lanning
Buffalo
State Division of Veterans Affairs
Dewey Verlarday
Edward J. Neary
Westbury
One Man Opinion on a Convent Bride Scandal
A 12 year old bride, Harriet Phylis Levy, is described as voweed to a convent and her husband Roy Detillier faces charges of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The story notes the comic code and public reaction, with publishers pledging to curb violent or sexual content amid concerns over the welfare of delinquent girls. The article cites Walter Kiernan and references Philadelphia, New Orleans, and St. Bernard Parish authorities.
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Ancis
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Hgephia
Mruman
Hoviand Detillier
Dewey
Association of Because
Ithem
United States
Roy Detillier
Hoseph Campania
St. Bernard
Parish
Democrats Invite Four Top Labor Chiefs at Philadelphia
The Democratic National Committee invited four senior union leaders to address the Philadelphia convention. William Green and Philip Murray headed the AFL and CSO, Dan Tobin led the AFL teamsters, and A. F. Whitney presided over the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, signaling a push to court labor votes.
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Tniitatinng
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Philip Murray
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CSO
Dan Tobin
A.F.L. Teamsters' Union
Halion
A. F. Winey
Brotherhood of Railroad ‘Tratmen
Riots in Panama City as GIs escort crowds amid election clash
Soldiers and sailors were ordered off Panama City streets as riots flared between supporters of Arnulf Arias and Domingo Dine Arosemena over the May 9 presidential election. About 100 people were arrested after clashes outside Diaz’ Liberal party headquarters. An official recount is pending. Arias led unofficial tallies.
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Panama
United States
Irene Dunne
Arnulf Arias
Domingo Dine Arosemenna
Presidentia
Arias
Diaz’ Liberal
Tunne Appeals More Than Dewey On Television
The speaker notes a preference for Tunne over Dewey in television appeal. It contrasts two figures for audience resonance without additional context or events. The remark focuses on perceived charisma and suitability for televise presentation.
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Tunne
Catholic Roll Increase Reported in 1948 Directory
New York Catholics total 26,075,697, up 807,524 from last year. Archdioceses with over 1,000,000 Catholics include Chicago 1,755,868. Boston 1,242,508. New York 1,183,417. Philadelphia 1,011,064. Brooklyn leads with 1,158,?687 Catholics, Pittsburgh second at 760,687.
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Pittsburgh
River Pollution Triggers Bathing Ban Near NYC Parks
The Interstate Park Commission bans bathing along 18 miles of shoreline due to river pollution. Affected areas include New York State beaches at South Nyack and Haverstraw. Announcement made by A. K. Morgan, chief engineer and general manager, with immediate effect.
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Douglas Driver Gets Impetus For Douglas Nomination
New York Democrats unite to back U S Supreme Court Justice William C Douglas as the Democratic presidential candidate. The Committee of New York Democrats for Douglas formed in New York City, Maurice P Davidson announcing the move. Simultaneously the National Young Democrats for Douglas will mobilize representatives from across states. A third group, the Douglas for President Clubs, staged placards in downtown Manhattan, largely composed of college students.
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U. S. Supreme Court
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New York Democrats
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Maurice P. Davidson
New York City
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Fom RR
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Downstown
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Civil War Veteran Dies at Troy Home
Henry A. Horton 101 a former corporal in the Civil War died last night at his Troy residence while in frail health for two years. He lived with daughter Mrs. Mabel Braninghal. New York's remaining Civil War veterans are James A. Hard 168 of Rochester and Robert Rownd 103 of Ripley.
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Henry A. Horton
Horton
Mabel Braninghal
James A. Hard
Rochester
Robert Rownd
Ripley
Two Candidates Face Marcantonio in 18th District Race
In New York’s 18th District the Republican and Democratic leaders have chosen rivals to oppose Vita Marcantonio. John Ellis, an investment banker, was named the Republican pick, while Assemblyman John P Morrissey received the Democratic endorsement. Earlier talk of a GOP Democratic Liberal coalition candidate faded.
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American Labor Party
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Republican Organization
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