Robeson Citizenship Question Highlighted in US Debate
The piece argues that Americans may renounce citizenship and seek Soviet allegiance, yet the United States does not recognize dual citizenship. Paul Robeson remains a U.S. citizen, while contrasting him with Anna Louise Strong who faced exile. the tone emphasizes loyalty and the risks of foreign admiration for a public figure.
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Robeson defends rights in America challenges Moscow praise
In a 1949 King Features Syndicate piece, the author contrasts Paul Robeson’s celebrated American success with his denunciations of the United States while noting his alleged Soviet ties. The column recalls Robeson’s Rutgers and Columbia credentials, his staged Metropolitan Opera rumors, and compares with other Black lawyers like Francis Rivers.
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The Poor Man's Philosopher Answers a Bridegroom Advice
Across America NEW YORK prints a letter from Bashful asking about wedding prep. The columnist counsels calm, notes the need for advance planning, and suggests practical matters such as a dowry, handshake with the bride’s father, and a simple ring. He jokes about attire and advises sensible expectations for this first marriage.
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New York
Thrifty tips for a groom from Hal Boyle
A humorous column advises brides and grooms on wedding day thrift. It suggests inviting old flames to stir emotions, then teaching the wife thrift ideas. It jokes about taking rice, managing in-laws, and ensuring the father finds employment while the couple enjoys the honeymoon.
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Hala
Item veto for president debated by lawmakers
Senators push for a presidential item veto of appropriations amid budget cuts. Democratic Hunt and Withers join Republican Lodge in backing a bill allowing the president to strike whole items, contrasting with a 5 to 10 percent overall cut rule. The idea echoes past efforts and Roosevelt’s 1938 proposal, highlighting constitutional and political hurdles.
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Vandenberg on Item Veto and Congress Override
The article explains Senator Vandenberg’s push for an item veto via constitutional amendment and contrasts it with a proposal allowing Congress to override presidential excisions by a simple majority. It notes Truman’s prior reorganizing authority and cites concerns about executive power and legislative control. North American Newspaper Alliance.
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Hershey Strike Would Tie Up Chocolate Town
Hershey, Pennsylvania, faces a potential work stoppage by 4,400 workers of Local 464, AFL-CIO, Bakery and Confectionery International Union. A strike would halt the Hershey Chocolate Corp plant and nearby facilities including a soap factory, laundry, lumber mill, furniture factory, two hotels, and essential utility services. The milk processing operation, fed by over a million gallons daily from about 4,000 farmers, could continue only if not halted by violence. Plant manager Samuel F. Hinkle warned the operation would run unless prevented by violence. Ten years ago a clash between pitchfork-carrying farmers and union organizers occurred at the chocolate plant.
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Chimpanzee Bite Case Ends With $8000 Award
An 80 year old woman from Newport Kentucky was awarded $8000 by a Cincinnati jury after claiming a chimpanzee from the Cincinnati Zoo bit her during a club show on December 20 1947. She sought $12000. Police officers Maj Elmer O Neil and Patrolman Alvin Grabencamp testified as character witnesses for the chimpanzees saying the animals were ordinarily docile.
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Anna Wagonlander
Newport
Cincinnati Zoo
Cincinnati Club
Elmer O'Neil
Alvin Grabencamp
Singleton Appears In Bankruptcy Court
John W. Jack Singleton, recently released from Ohio Penitentiary, appeared in Cleveland bankruptcy court to detail a used car swindle. He claimed debtors owe him over 300000 dollars while victims’ attorneys voiced skepticism. Singleton serves a ten to seventy year sentence for 14 counts of larceny by trick after bilking customers out of more than 500000 dollars on nearly new autos.
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John W
Jack) Singleton
Ohio Penitentiary
Howeve
Trick
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Catchers Lose 7 Dogs But Capture Girl
Baltimore dispatch reports two dog catchers pursued a 17 year old girl after a dog wrangle. They testified about stopping dogs and chasing the girl who allegedly caused disruption. Magistrate Herbert Franklin dismissed charges of interfering with the workers, disorderly conduct, and assault.
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Ruth V. Stewart
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Bricklayer Jack Mixon Dies After 20-Foot Fall
Cleveland bricklayer Jack Mixon, 66, died after falling from a scaffold at Polyclinic Hospital. The accident occurred during work on the hospital’s exterior, authorities said.
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Polyclinic Hospital
Policeman Carter Rescued After Mattress Fire
Long Beach California police officer William R. Carter handed out cigars to celebrate his newborn son and returned home to smoke. He accidentally started a mattress fire and was rescued by firemen before suffering injuries.
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