Truman to urge price controls on meat in Congress
President Truman plans a personal appeal to the special session of Congress for immediate price controls on meat and other basic foods. He will travel to Capitol Hill to deliver a brief message as the session opens, seeking authority to extend controls on additional goods if needed. The move aligns with Nine Point program outlined earlier and ties to housing civil rights inflation and social security priorities.
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Wallace convention platform committee resolves early
The 74 member platform committee of Henry A Wallace’s party narrowed its agenda in earnest today and prepared for the platform’s official convention opening. Dr Resford Tugwell, a Roosevelt brain trust member, leads the platform writers amid two days of open hearings to follow.
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Wallace announces Derickson to serve as sergeant at arms
In Philadelphia at Smee Hall the Progressive Party of Delaware named Gene Derickson executive chairman to be sergeant at arms for the contention session. Senator Glen H Taylor of Idaho is associated with the same bloc as party leaders, with weather forecasts predicting scattered showers and possible thunderstorms. The Weather Bureau notes a near term pattern of unsettled conditions with milder temperatures, a low around 32 last night and highs near 85 expected tomorrow in parts of the region.
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Mystery of Lynchburg mother reunites with daughter after 16 years
After 18 years Mrs Nelle Arthur of Lynchburg finally locates her daughter Joyce, now Joyce Withiam Elridge of Idaho, through Juvenile Court. The original couple who took Joyce to New York 16 years ago have died, leaving two children as potential heirs.
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Safest Safe Burglarized. $2250 Taken In Office Break-In
Detectives in Los Angeles probe a weekend burglary at the sheriff's business office. An entry was made into the locked office and the safe was opened, with $2250 reportedly stolen.
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Three Oaks Man Plies Berry Laden Load On Fairway Four
Wayne Helenga of Three Oaks Michigan turned a large delivery of raspberries currants dewberries and apples into a speedy transport on Fairway 41 north of here. He loaded 300 cases of red raspberries 25 cases black raspberries 15 cases currants 30 cases dewberries and 25 bush apples, mixing ingredients to a ton and a half. No injuries reported.
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Navy Denies Ship Carrying Atomic Bomb Lost
Rear Admiral Ellis Zacharias, retired, stated that a Navy ship carrying an atomic bomb did not disappear in the Pacific during the war. The official denial was issued today, asserting no Navy vessel with such a weapon ever sank or vanished.
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Germans Resist Nazism Despite Peril in Berlin Editorials
Marquis Childs discusses Berlin struggles between West and Russia, praising German courage and Social Democratic leaders who resisted tyranny. The piece roles through today’s editorial page and notes regular features across pages 20 through 27, including comics, horoscopes, and letters.
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Mine Fire Rips Through Hailey Area Zinc Mine
A blaze at the Triumph lead and zinc mine near Hailey Ida. About 30 men escaped unharmed as the fire broke out last night in the 20 year old operation, with the blaze still raging and out of control 75 miles north of Twin Falls.
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Police Department Revamping Plan Slated by City Officials
A reform plan for the Police Department was outlined to Chief Frank J Costello and Civil Service Director Herbert B Myron. It calls to abolish vacant posts, create a captain and sergeants to command three tours, and reorganize uniformed and detective bureaus to streamline operations and improve accident, traffic, and crime prevention efforts. The measure, endorsed by Mayor John A Kinney, will be submitted to the Civil Service Commission at the next meeting.
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Men of 25 Register That Day in 1940 Draft Push
President Truman announces nationwide registration for men aged 18 to 25 to begin August 30. Registration runs through September 18 with age groups on specific dates. Dates vary by birth year and region, from August 30 for those born in 1922 to mid-September for later births, and inductions cannot start before September 22.
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Experts Split On Quake Site
Experts disagree on the exact location of a quake detected south of the border. Fordham University seismograph in New York endured two strong tremors around 1:12 and 7:19 AM, with Peru or Bolivia cited by different seismologists. Boston College and Cleveland readings suggested additional tremors, possibly off the southern coast of Cuba.
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Bishop Sentenced To Labor Camp in Yugoslavia
Belgrade reports a Catholic bishop was sentenced to 11 years in a labor camp for alleged plans to overthrow the present social system by force. Seven priests and nuns accused as accomplices received terms from six months to three years.
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Summoned to Washington Clay to report on Berlin crisis
Gen Lucius D Clay, commander in Germany, was summoned to Washington to report on the Berlin crisis. Russians claimed intent to supply food to besieged Berliners, while Western Berliners faced propaganda and a blockaded city. Ford strike actions resurfaced as UAW pressured Ford and C&O to a new conference after a walkout vote by 116000 workers. Reuther appealed for more talks, with unions coordinating tactics as Ford plant closures loomed nationwide.
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Planes Ordered Amid Allied Relief Doubts
A scrambled report cites Western Allies unable to relieve pressure due to Russia and blockade conditions. It notes proposed import increases and riferled training planes for supply lines while a crash near Vila at Berlin tests raises questions about the program. The North Meht hire and Losinlane company ties are mentioned with an accident on page seven.
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Republic Steel Raises Pay Across The Board
Republic Steel Corp of Cleveland announced wage boosts today as prices at Birmingham rise. The company granted a 13 cent average pay increase to workers, matching boosts given previously to other plants, amid higher costs and a push to retain workforce.
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Two Holdup Men Rob Bank Messengers in Cortland
Two masked robbers halted bank messengers Ted Miller and David Vernooy as they neared Cortland post office and escaped with 26,000 dollars in cash and 3,000 postal money orders. A woman bystander Miss Ethel Brown saw the getaway car and authorities issued alerts across local departments.
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U S Army Confirms Czech General Flight to Frankfurt
U S Army headquarters confirms Gen Antonin Babul Insai deputy chief of staff of the Seboslovak army has fled to the American zone of Germany. An army spokesman said he will be brought to Frankfurt for an interview with Tewse men.
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Moon and Moonlight Echoes Run Through Cincinnati Assembly
In a crowded Cincinnati address to young men the speaker scorns liquor and highlights the dangers of drinking. A companion quips about calling the keynote speaker a moon rather than a star, prompting mixed laughter as the crowd weighs sobriety against revelry.
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