Hiss Trial Heads to Jury After Brief Summation
Judge SamueIa Kaufman set Thursday noon as the moment the perjury trial of Aleer Hiss would go to a jury, with testimony tomorrow limited to brief hours and a focused summation by the defense. The six week case centers on disputed State Department papers and the former official Whit [Toker Chambers] allegations, as prosecutors press for a verdict on perjury.
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Tokyo Rose Goes to Trial For Treason
Tokyo Rose, real name Iva Toguri D AQuino, goes to trial in San Francisco on eight counts of treason for allegedly broadcasting pro Japanese propaganda to U S soldiers during World War II. She concedes her involvement but denies treason, saying she was not hostile to the U S. Her attorney Warne M Colling took the case pro bono at the request of her father, a Chicago grocer.
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Baruch in France on Queen Elizabeth voyage to England
Bernard M. Baru arrived off the French coast aboard the Queen Elizabeth en route to England, sailing past Cherbourg under wartime convoy. The passengers noted the brisk seas as the liner prepared to skirt the French coast and head toward its next destination.
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President Troma Seeks Reelection Watch Notes
Marquis Childs writes in today's column about the editorials and features across pages 34 and 35. Regular sections include Comics Ida Jean Kain Dr. Dean Crossword Mary Haworth Horoscope and TALKING OVER on page 15.
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Waitkus Undergoes Lung Operation
Baseball figure Waitkus undergoes lung surgery after sustaining injuries from a shooting incident. Medical teams report the operation as part of his treatment plan and he remains in stable condition.
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Nonstop Plight Ends at 106 Miles 29
McDaniel of the air squadron reports Mitchell's airplane crashed near San Gorgonio while en route to New ’ies cub after a nonstop trip that started in Virginia and covered 106 miles 29. The crash occurred between the San Jacinto and San Bernardino mountain ranges.
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Truman Returns From Chesapeake Bay Cruise
President Truman said he was back on the job today after a weekend cruise on Chesapeake Bay, noting he felt relaxed and refreshed. His return signals resume of official duties as UPI reports.
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Drought Ruins Crops Across Eight Northeastern States
The Associated Press reports a 43 day drought has damaged or spoiled crops worth over 50 million dollars across eight Northeastern states from Southern New Jersey through New York and into Southern New England. Potato crops on Long Island and in Upstate New York are severely hit with losses projected up to 5 million if rain delays continue. Dairy and fruit losses rise with soil and planting timing uncertainties, while officials warn conditions will vary by region and soil type.
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Judge Rules For Homeless Man In City Court
In Buffalo a man entered City Court shivering near thirty degrees wearing multiple layers seeking relief. Judge Charles T. Yeager questioned his cold condition as Louis Cohen explained he wore heavy clothing due to lack of housing. Cohen received a three month county sentence on a homeless charge.
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First Drunken Driving Case Shocks Sark Island
On Sark in the Channel Islands the first drunk driving case in history was heard. An outraged judge ordered the defendant's drinks cut off until August 1, 1957, and directed island saloonkeepers to blacklist John Terree for the next ten years. He was fined ten shillings.
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Blaze devastates Coney Island cottages and autos
Fire swept the Seaview area and two hotels in Revere Massachusetts last night, damaging about 225000 dollars. The blaze began in a garage near a Seattle bound car and spread to 29 vehicles and several cottages. Four people, including a firefighter, suffered minor injuries as firemen fought the two hour blaze. Witnesses said the heat caused autos to explode and much of the amusement area was threatened by the flames.
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Suspect Showalter Arrested In Grand Larceny Case
Police say Joseph Showalter, 20, of Fairland Indiana, will be charged with first degree grand larceny and possession of a concealed weapon. Patrolman Paul Callahan arrested him at 11 oclock after a suspicious buyer alerted officers at the Greyhound station. The man, armed, was identified by James McCoy, 20, who accompanied police to the bus where Showalter had a Seattle ticket and was about to depart.
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Plague Stricken Giraffes to Die at Rome Zoo
The Rome Zoo plans to euthanize the final 50 of its 100 giraffes plus other grass-eating animals this week to halt a mysterious plague that has attacked cud-chewers and baffled scientists. Several animals have died or fallen ill as veterinarians search for a diagnosis.
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Sardino brothers clash with court over pokerino game
Justice Searl hears a dispute over legality of a card game named Sardino or pokerino as the Sardino brothers allege Suburban Park gambling device. Assistant District Attorney Frank Del Vecchio and attorney Philip Young join the judge in the courtroom process observed by Sheriff Wasmer and Deputy Rink. The case, marked by questions of gambling device status, continues with details to be carried to page 19.
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Vishinsky Fails to Reach Stalin as Paris Talks Sour
New York dispatch reports Andrei Vishinsky failed to contact Premier Stalin by phone during the Paris talks. Western allies blocked Soviet aims to rate France as a pact partner and extract concessions. Vishinsky appeared unsettled at a June 4 dinner, hinting he preferred jurisprudence to diplomacy.
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Fire Causes $25,000 Loss at Dairy Cooperative
A cooperative dairy building suffered about $25,000 in damage today as three structures were destroyed by a blaze at a dairy complex 25 miles from the city. Firefighters saved an office building and no injuries were reported. Investigators attributed the fire to a cooperative milk storage facility blaze.
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Dewey Holds Back on Senate Selection in Albany
Governor Dewey spent the weekend at his Pawling farm and remained in New York City today before heading to Albany late tomorrow. He has not disclosed his stance on the senate selection.
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Washington Police Report No Traffic Fatalities During Holiday
Washington police said no traffic fatalities were reported in the capital during the three day holiday period. The record covered the Washington area and noted a peaceful travel period with no fatal accidents.
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Weather Dips After Heat Wave Relief Across Central New York
Central New York saw two days of relief from a 25 day heat wave as cool air moved in from Canada. Tonight's low around 60 after yesterday's 70, with tomorrow near 59. thunderstorms brought partial relief yesterday. Cortland County faced wind, downed trees and power outages, while Moravia and Seneca County reported tents blown down, highways blocked, and a flooded fairground during July 4 celebrations attracting about 6,000 people.
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Truman's Brother Injured After Independence Day Fall
Ian Truman, associated with the Presidents, was hospitalized in Granbyview Missouri after head injuries from a July Fourth accident. He fell from a barn loft at work. The incident prompted medical evaluation and ongoing treatment.
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Alliance Pact Debate Faces Two Thirds Vote Challenge
Senator Connally urged swift Senate ratification of the Atlantic Pact as proof free nations will stand together against aggression. The 20 year treaty binds the United States Canada and 10 European nations, but requires a two thirds vote to approve. He warned the pact does not automatically commit the United States to defend an ally and noted opposition lines over the related arms program.
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Record Fourth of July fatalities hit new high
The nation recorded 663 deaths during the extended Independence Day holiday, with 2393 traffic fatalities, 240 drownings, and 134 violent deaths from crude causes. The three day period lasted from 6 PM Friday to midnight Monday, surpassing the 1949 and 1951 highs. Concluded on Page 7.
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