Refugee Stamps Put On Sale in Formosa observance
Taipei June 27 The Nationalist Chinese government issued two special stamps marking one year since the refugee exodus from Red China and Hong Kong. Images by P C Lee show a crying girl told to return to Communist China and a refugee with his son dragging his tearful wife as they fled guerrilla battles. The piece notes Burma's 1948 independence, its insurgent peace talks, and the Communist underground after 1948 with an estimated 10,000 at peak, now about 2,500.
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Associated Press
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Burma
Iran to Hold Third Election in August
Iran plans its third election in two years as the cabinet approves voting regulations. The rules include extending suffrage to women and measures to combat election irregularities. The move follows delayed approvals and comes after cabinet action on Wednesday night.
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Baby stroller with removable seat basket and canopy
Advertises a three position stroller seat for baby comfort with removable basket and canopy. Includes steering wheel and foam padding. Also mentions absorbent training pant designed for youngsters with double sides and triple crotch for better fit.
Senate Likely To Approve Defense Funds
The Senate is expected to concur with the House on the $47 billion defense appropriations bill for the new fiscal year, with minor changes. The House passed it 410 to 1, trimming about $1.9 billion from the President's request and keeping current spending authority until a new budget is approved.
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Defense Department
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U. S
George H. Mahon
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Water Shipments Bring Relief to Hong Kong
A Liberian tanker Ianthe delivered 3.2 million gallons of water from Red China via the Pearl River to drought stricken Hong Kong. The flow began as the first shipload entered the colony’s mains, with Red China providing the water free.
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China
Ianthe
Red China
Pearl River
Film Premiere In New York Showcases Ivan
The prize winning Russian film My Name Is Ivan had its premiere in New York on Wednesday night before an audience of 40 U N ambassadors and stage stars.
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Ivan
U. N
Venice film wins top awards at 1962 festival
The U S Department of State helped sponsor the screening of a film that won best picture best director and best actor at the Venice festival in 1962.
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U. S. Department of State
Cap Haitien Faces Near Destruction Across Disasters
Cap Haitien, Haiti's second largest city, narrowly escaped ruin after a sequence of disasters including a 1802 fire, a 1842 earthquake, and a 1928 hurricane, with the city enduring severe damage and rebuilding efforts.
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Haiti
Positos capsules offer relief for painful piles
An advertisement promotes Positos gelatin capsules to reduce straining and constipation. Taken daily with water they soften stools without laxative action, easing pain and swelling of piles and may be used during pregnancy. Get Positos at your druggist's today.
Do Not Wash Horse Blankets Sign Shocks Phoenix Laundry
A Phoenix laundry customer warning reads Do Not Wash Horse Blankets hinting at special care for horse gear and laundry service rules. The odd notice appears in East Phoenix and raises questions about garment handling and local practices.
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Ariz
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East Phoenix
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