House Debates Anti Communist Bill Aimed at Dictatorship
The House opened debate on a bill to criminalize attempts to set up a Communist dictatorship. It would punish violators with prison and fines, require annual party registration, and bar Communist fronts from certain rights and jobs. Critics warned it threatens civil rights and labor unions.
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Soldier Reunited With Italian Parents After WWII Death
Private Fedele J. Peantoni, who grew up with the Marchegiana family in Readsboro, died in North Africa after falling from a dock on November 7, 1942. His body was buried in a military cemetery in Africa and later transferred to Italy to lie beside the parent he knew as a child. His brother Pio lives in Leaster, PA.
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Students Build Own Dormitory at Wilmington College
A 75 man dormitory is being constructed by 10 Wilmington College students who will do the building work themselves. The self building program arose from high material costs and limited funds. Students, both men and women, will contribute labor over the next five months.
Rail speeds raise danger as bags tossed from trains
Unforeseen complications grow with faster trains as baggage men toss mail sacks from speeding cars. In Fort Lupton bad incidents occurred with mail bags drawn under wheels by suction, leaving mangled remains and signaling mounting risk for loaders and routes.
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Birth of a Jewish State in Palestine Declared
In Jerusalem and New York coverage, leaders announce the establishment of a Jewish state in Palestine to be called Israel, backed by UN vote and Zionist leaders. Ben Gurion named premier designate as Arab forces and British authorities respond to the looming end of the mandate.
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New Baby Auto Is Economical
A compact two passenger roadster from Knudsen Manufacturing and Theign Co. features reverse gear and a lightweight four horsepower engine. It measures about 121 inches long with a canvas top, one door on the right, and is compared in size to a small jeep.
Trade activity rises as Mother's Day boosts sales
Retail volume edged up in the week ending Wednesday under Mother's Day demand. Flower plants stationery lingerie hosiery handbags and gloves led purchases with prices and weather aiding demand.
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Senate to vote on Jesse Larson nomination as war assets chief
The Senate faced a late day vote on Jesse Larson of Oklahoma for war assets administrator amid Republican and Democratic debate. A motion by Sydings slowed action, citing a December war surplus plant sale at Salt Lake City and sending the matter to the Senate Expenditures Committee for review.
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