Britons Debate Drinking Hours As Tourists Arrive
As coronation preparations bring visitors to London, officials argue over restricted drinking hours in clubs and pubs. The law mandates an eight hour daily sale window with a two hour mid day pause, causing confusion for visitors and friction with law and custom. Public figures criticize the rule as foolish while noting clubs enforce membership and odd hours.
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Burhans Says Board Neutral on Steam Diversion
County Board considers diverting steam from the Municipal Electric Light Plant to heat Washington County Hospital. Steam now used by M.E.I.P. for hospital heating. council debate framed by concerns over plant efficiency. Meeting with Dr. Riley and city representatives described as confidential. Board member notes secrecy to pursue cheaper lot options on South Cannon Avenue.
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Yugoslavia Near A Complete Break With Bulgaria
Belgrade reports Yugoslavia stood one step from a total rupture with Bulgaria after recalling nearly all Yugoslav embassy staff in Sofia. The move follows Bulgaria’s rejection of three formal notes protesting the alleged kidnapping of an embassy employee as stated by Belgrade radio.
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Students Try High Finance at University of Toledo
Five graduate students from the University of Toledo used $5,000 donated by Ohio Citizens Trust to invest in real securities as part of an educational venture. They earned 4.4 percent, with the largest profit of $180 from an undisclosed security the bank's vice president would not name.
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Congregation Plans School Expansion Contingent on Approval
The congregation plans to add an elementary school before fall pending state classroom requirements. Pastor Marquiss says a temporary extension is unlikely, but hopes for satisfactory arrangements by the fall semester. The church’s kindergarten, led by Mira Alice Marquise, finished its first year with about 25 students in two classes and expects four preschool classes in September.
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State Plans More Roadside Picnic Places
Maryland plans to open 91 roadside picnic areas by year end under a state roads commission program. The new sites will spread across eight in the lower Eastern Shore and multiple counties including Cecil Talbot Montgomery Prince Georges Baltimore Harford Southern Maryland Frederick Carroll Howard and four in the three western counties.
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Brain Operation Unsuccessful Continues Quietly
The subject, once a hospital orderly and candy company worker, faced a failed operation. Attorney Louis Little, who supported his lengthy fight for freedom, expressed disbelief. He had described hopeful plans of marriage and home ownership, believing a successful operation could inspire others with criminal tendencies.
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Swindling Spree Ends in Calcutta School System
Calcutta officials end a 12 year swindle by a 35 year old man who posed as an administrator in local schools. He forged credentials, worked various jobs, and skimmed about $4.20 over years before being stopped in May. He lacked even an eighth grade education while maintaining access to cash.
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Marines Win Voice in Policy as Joint Panel Edits Size
Washington June 19 A compromise by a joint Senate House committee reshapes Marine policy The Marine commandant would sit as a co equal on the Joint Chiefs of Staff with full voice and appeal rights The maximum force would be 400 000 with no minimum strength specified and three Marine divisions and three air wings would be organized though not guaranteed full strength
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Angry Wives Close Mines
Angry wives threaten disruption at two mines and a big cleaning plant after labor tensions flare. Mayor Cairney mediates, contacting Consolidation Coal Company and Operations Manager Chas Nailter to arrange a faster fix. If the firm does not act, the women warn of further action and possible renewed closures.
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British defense chief praises UN teamwork in Korea
Britain's Defense Minister Field Marshal Earl Alexander lauds United Nations forces in Korea as impressively coordinated and says criticism of the war's conduct is unfounded. He spoke after a visit to Japan and the Korean front en route to Ottawa en route to Washington and London. Alexander, a former World War I Allied commander, called the UN effort one of the best examples of teamwork he has seen.
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Senate Move Advocates Social Security Boost Action
Senate Finance Committee began a closed session to decide on a House passed bill raising social security payments. Democratic Leader McKellar of Arizona urged action before adjournment as the measure would increase benefits for about 4 million retirees by five dollars monthly or 4 percent, whichever is larger.
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Government Reorganization Plans Killed in Senate Vote
Washington June 19 Three Truman era reorganization plans died as the Senate kept congressional control over 21482 federal offices. A 56 to 29 vote defeated proposals to eliminate Senate confirmation for postmasters marshals and customs collectors and auto fill jobs by civil service rules. Opponents warned of a political machine, supporters of a spoils-system end. The debate split postal unions and pro reform groups.
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Girl Injured In Auto Crash
Marlon Judith Geher aged 13 of 822 J East Irvin Avenue was injured in an auto crash yesterday afternoon. She received multiple lacerations and contusions and suffered a fractured collarbone. Treated in the emergency room she was admitted to the hospital. Charles Leroy Sensenbaugh age 7 of 112 East Wilson Boulevard fell and fractured his left arm. He was discharged after care.
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East Wilson Boulevard
Strikers Begin To Show Signs Of Hardship
The 100,000 striking workers face economic strain as railroads and coal mines idle. Alabama reports over 25,000 mine and steel workers without jobs amid broader industry-wide disruption. Warren's Nulling Manufacturing plans three-day weeks at Liberty and Salem divisions. Ford starts four-day weeks across many plants. Seeger Refrigerator in Evanville warns of July 3 indefinite closings for some staff due to steel shortages. Philadelphia sees a union demand breakthrough with Midvale Company in the basic steel sector.
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Take Designed to Handle Hay in a Scientific Manner
A note describes a rake designed to manage hay efficiently by John Deere at the Martin Feed and Implements. The device aims to streamline handling and delivery, reflecting agricultural machinery trends in the period.
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Workers gain pay raises amid industry dispute report
About 3,500 workers and AFL union members faced a dispute over a union shop and a stalled grant. Midvale employees received a 12 percent pay increase plus 4 to 94 cents more per hour in benefits, boosting every worker’s package wage.
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14 Accused In Red Conspiracy
Pusan Korea June 15 The Republic of Korea tries 14 men on a conspiracy charge with Reds to overthrow the UN backed government. Seven defendants are Assemblymen political opponents of President Syngman Rhee. The National Assembly urged the hearing be opened to the public and observers noted possible access for foreign observers. Martial law commandant Maj. Gen Won Yong Tuk said such trials may not allow press releases or public statements.
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