Truman May End Rail Strike With Ultimatum
President Truman warned he might take drastic action to end the AFL Switchmen's Union strike on five large railroads. He labeled the walkout unjustified and blamed a small majority for defiance of a presidential board's recommendations. About 4,000 switchmen seek a 40-hour week with 48 hours pay as mediators push a compromise.
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Polio claims Syracuse youth in first year case
John G Roberts 16 of 24 West Ontario Street died early today at City Hospital where he had been a patient since June 14. Acting Health Commissioner Dr George A Group said he was the first polio victim this year in Syracuse, with one other case a girl aged eight recently admitted in good condition. Roberts, son of Clarence E Roberts and Mrs. Roberts, was a second year student at St Anthony of Padua High School. Funeral services set for Saturday at 3 15 AM at John G Buller Funeral Home and 8 50 AM at St Anthony's Church, burial in St Agnes Cemetery. calling hours today and tomorrow evenings.
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Pentagon Top Brass Dispatch From Hong Kong Report Soviet Surprises
A diplomatic observer, likely a British official, believes the Soviet Union prepares two new surprise blows against the United States. Marquis Childs discusses the topic on the editorial page.
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Early Morning Infant Found by Carl Roberts in Vehicle
Police seek the parents of an abandoned infant found at 6 50 A M by Carl Roberts of 406 West Raynor. The three to four week old girl was clothed and had a bottle of formula. Roberts parked overnight and found the baby sleeping in the car when he checked it this morning. Detectives Corbett Garn and Detective Genevieve Pfohl investigated, hoping to trace the child.
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Three Hurt as Auto Caroms Off Fire Truck
A Syracuse fire truck withstood a collision when a passenger car struck it and careened into a store front. Driver Loren Merner Fletcher, 17, suffered facial and head injuries. passenger Perry Foran, undetermined injuries. Lt Louis Gaunter of Engine Co. 7 was hospitalized with leg and back injuries. The car was badly damaged.
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Ten Killed As Trains Collide In Monica Illinois
Two Santa Fe trains collided near Monica Illinois killing ten passengers and injuring 50 to 75. The El Capitan and the Kansas City Chief, both eastbound, derailed after apparently losing control. Victims include Mrs Coral RowIngs of Cleveland and Delores Keith, 16. injured taken to Peoria and Galesburg hospitals.
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Situation Is Not Serious MacArthur Message Says
U S military officials described the Korea situation as not serious and planned to bolster air power. A Pentagon spokesman cited assurances from Gen Douglas MacArthur that ground troops were not in a precarious position despite Communist tank successes. President Truman expressed optimism and declined immediate calls for National Guard mobilization or extra defense funding. The Senate Armed Services Committee pledged to seek full facts on military supplies and forces in Korea Japan and Europe, with Gen Bradley likely to testify.
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Weather brings clearing skies and mild temps across region
Weatherman Alex Sadowski notes two calm days ahead as Syracuse endures a cool air mass drifting east from Minnesota. Lows drop to 52 tonight, highs tomorrow around 78, with yesterday’s slow moving front dropping 0.65 inches of rain between 2:20 PM and 12:27 AM. Showers and thunderstorms were widespread from New York State to Florida, with New York City tallying 1.25 inches and Pittsburgh 1.5 inches.
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Dewey Urges Immediate Hardship Program to Avert War
Albany Gov Thomas E Dewey attacks the Truman administration accusing it of losing the cold war. He calls for an immediate hardship program to prod the government to match Soviet armament and spare American lives in Korea. He says lawmakers should release appropriations to produce needed material, warning of political delays and "business as usual."
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Senate backs transfer of Air Force lab to Rome New York
The Senate Armed Services Committee unanimously recommends moving the Air Force electronics development center from Eatontown New Jersey to Rome New York and sending a bill to authorize the transfer with 3 114 500 dollars for the purpose. The House has blocked similar legislation amid a heated congressional fight plus an on site review by Senator Hunt.
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Fires Unchecked Raze Northern California Forest Lands
Fires near San Luis Crispo burn in bright destructive flames. Two fires have killed four people and scorched over 25 000 acres of timber and grazing lands in a region already devastated by the blazes. Local authorities reported extensive damage and urged residents to evacuate threatened areas.
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SPCA Tanks Up New York Horses
The SPCA introduces a mobile tank unit to water horses around New York City after a period of barred troughs. The initiative follows a boy Ronald Hill’s double graduation and recent focus on welfare and safety in the city.
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Gromyko Requests British Ambassador Visit
Soviet Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko asked British Ambassador Sir David Kelly to visit him today. The statement gave no reason for the meeting.
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Socialists Block Leopold's Recall in Parliament
In Brussels the socialist party disrupted a joint parliamentary session summoned by the Catholic government to end King Leopold's exile. A long 81 minute recess paused proceedings as Socialists shouted, filed complaints, and clashed with speakers.
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Plane forced down in Argentina emergency landing
A six engine U S airliner was forced down after an engine fire near Sumampa in Santiago del Estero Province Argentina. The craft was en route from Panama to Paraguay with a crew of two and sixteen passengers. The commander was identified as Coil Smith, first name not learned.
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