Blacksmith's Son Takes Oath As Third President Of Philippines
Ramon Magsaysay, a 49 year old blacksmith's son, took the oath as the Philippines' third president before a crowd of about 500,000. He outlined a seven point program to improve living standards, curb Huk rebels, strengthen internal security, and deepen ties with the United States and Asian allies. He urged rebels to surrender and warned against loyalty to foreign powers, pledging to uphold sovereign authority and pursue collective security with the U.N. and regional partners.
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Senator Russell Seeks Dialogue on Eisenhower Plan
Senator Russell of Georgia called Eisenhower's 1954 program outline an excellent idea yet refused to pledge blanket Democratic support. He warned Congress’ divided status could give Democrats veto power over the president’s requests. Russell, a leader among Southern Democrats, said Congress opens January 4 and will hear objections during the White House preview. He supported discussing issues with the minority party while signaling opposition to a Hawaii statehood measure and a large debt increase.
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Singer Webb Pierce Arrested At Dressing Room
Nashville police report Grand Ole Opry star Webb Pierce, 28, tried to force his way into a red haired wrestler Cora Combs dressing room. He was charged with drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Combs asked for his release and Pierce was taken to jail but released later after leaving arm in arm with Combs. Pierce was ordered to appear in court today.
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Miss Combs
John Wayne Feted At New Year Costume Party
Hollywood notes a Gay Nineties party hosted by agent Ned Marin for John Wayne ahead of New Year. Marin paid the $3,000 tab and Wayne appeared in full dress, with guests in costumes as Ben Blue performed at Foy’s club. Wayne notes his birthday is May 26.
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Wilson Says U S Armed Forces Today Most Potent Ever
Secretary of Defense Wilson told President Eisenhower in a formal defense report that the United States has marshaled its most potent armed forces yet. The plan emphasizes air power, hints at reducing Army Navy and Marine ranks, and includes shortening active duty tours for thousands of lieutenants not regulars as part of the new defense posture.
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Uncertain Plans On U S Divisions In Korea
In a snowbound Korean valley General Maxwell D Taylor told U S Army troops he did not know which divisions would depart Korea or when. He said the decision to transfer two divisions was a major move and could take weeks or months before action. President Eisenhower had announced the pullout of the two divisions. Taylor urged troops not to heed rumors and promised authoritative word when received.
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Maxwell D
Taylor
U. S
Korea
Eisenhower
Whale Steak Held As Choice Morsel
Los Angeles reports a biologist promotes whale steak as nutritious and high in protein. Dr. Raymond M. Gilmore of the U S Fish and Wildlife Service argues reviving the market for whale oil by selling meat could aid the whaling industry amid shifting divisions and uncertain procedures. Prices cited around 3. cents a pound, with demand and transfer debates referenced.
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Raymond M. Gilmore
U.S. Fish and Wild Life Service
Gilmore
Western Society of Naturalists
Ponselle Hosts Fund Drive For Baltimore Symphony
Opera star Roga Ponselle has opened her Villa Pace to raise money for the Salti more Symphony Orchestra sustaining fund. Over four days about 1,500 people paid to tour the villa and view Christmas decorations. About 60 orders were placed for a special Christmas record by Miss Ponselle and sister Carmela Fonselle, with proceeds supporting the symphony.
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City Tax Rate Discussed as 1954 Budget Cites Strained Finances
The mayor warns the city has hidden deficits built up over six years and a 50 cent tax rate subsidized by surplus spending. He cites a $1.5 million Municipal Electric bond issue, capital budgets, and a $393,600 tax-base projection for 1954. Cohen urges keeping rates low, arguing many homeowners risk losing homes with tax hikes.
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Toll Booth Move Planned At Williamsport Bridge Center
State Roads Commission will relocate the toll booth to the Maryland side entrance of the Williamsport bridge over the Potomac. The change enables toll collection from both directions and includes widening the Maryland entrance and adding concrete curbs. A contracting firm is on site under state supervision.
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Roads Commission
92 Year Old Yet Active Justice of the Peace
RAYRIA Ohio December 30 Charles C Lord at age 92 began another four year term as justice of the peace He is blind since ten years and says he is senior JP in the nation He runs a busy court with civil and criminal cases totaling hundreds each year Orthogonal to this a Stamford Connecticut report notes surgeon surgeons removed a one inch knife blade from Lacy Bakers head after a stab wound He recalls a prior knife attack in Philadelphia 119 years earlier and says the blade never bothered him.
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Ohio
Charles C. Lord
U. S
J.P
Excess Steel
Stamford
Conn
Lacy Baker
Baker
Philadelphia
Prayer forTODAY byCharlesM.Crows Wilmette minister
Almighty God, all the hurrying days come and go, give us the wisdom to live by the things that last. Support us in worthy undertakings and encourage our efforts to seek the better way. Challenge us with the upward climb and the difficult task, assured by divine powers. Charles M. Crows Wilmette Ti minister Wilmette Parish Methodist Church.
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Woman Dies In Kitchen Duel in Pontiac
In Pontiac Michigan a woman, Mrs Gladys Munson aged 33, was shot dead in a kitchen duel. Her husband Albert Munson 29 and Herman Walton 38 were wounded. Walton, who said he acted as bodyguard after their separation, reported hearing three shots and claimed Munson fired first. Both patients were guarded at Pontiac General Hospital.
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Gladys Munson
East Germans Flee Homeland In 1953 Estimates
The Economic Research Institute in West Berlin reports 350,000 to 440,000 East Germans fled Communist rule in 1953 seeking refuge in the West. U.S. officials say over 7,000 escaped to other lands, with 15,000 aided by a relief program. East Zone population dropped near 300,000. births outpaced deaths by 50,000 to 60,000. Richard R. Brown notes many resettled in the United States and other countries.
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West Berlin
Economic Research Institute
West
U.S
America
Austria
Germany
Italy
Greece
Turkey
Trieste
East Zone
East Germany
Richard R. Brown
Frankfurt
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Canada
Brazil
Australia
Doubts Rise Over New Social Security Plan Adoption
Washington lawmakers debated Rep. Curtis universal pension proposal to extend benefits to all 65 plus and tax all workers. Rep. Kean warned the plan would deplete the social security trust fund and likely fail with Eisenhower administration opposition and looming congressional session.
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Kean
Eisenhower
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Carl T. Curtis
Neb
Sovieh Security
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Ways and Means Committee
Ways and Means
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OAS
Ita
Hile Social Security Trust Fund
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