Zero Hour Looms as U S Fights New Port Paralysis
Federal negotiators race time to avert a second nationwide port shutdown amid three C I O and AFL unions pressing 30 to 35 percent wage boosts and security clauses. West Coast longshoremen seek safety guarantees and 33 cent pay rise as contracts expire at midnight.
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Bing Crosby to Write Newspaper Column
Bob Hope jokily reveals thoughts on Bing Crosby joining as columnist with playful digs about recipes for Hope glue and horse flesh while predicting Crosby will craft a lively racing forum. Hope reflects on Crosby using a nom de plume and sends a gift desk set to start his venture.
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King Seeks Senate Retraction Over Canal Project Critique
Admiral Ernest J. King demanded the Senate War Investigating Committee publicly retract criticism tied to the Joint Chiefs of Staff 1943 decision on the Canada Alaska oil high way plan. The committee noted $134 million invested, with secrecy delaying full public discussion.
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U S Military and Navy Power on Upgrade
Washington reports say U S military and naval power are on the upgrade after demobilization. Officers estimate six months to rebuild naval strength, with some predicting years to fully recover. Army, air force timelines vary, while occupation forces abroad could delay a major defense push. Russia seen as having limited naval and air power despite a potential initial boost.
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Mead Opens Race In Wednesday Talk
New York U S Senator James Mead will formally launch his governor campaign with a statewide WEAF broadcast Wednesday night. He runs as the Democratic, American Labor and Liberal Party nominee in the race.
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Party in Power Seeks Large Majority in Congress
Fley’s party, in power since October 1941, appeared certain of winning 45 to 48 of the 74 House seats and an overwhelming majority in the 36 seat Senate.
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