British troops ready to deploy over Middle East oil row
British government sources say troops naval forces and air arm stand ready to rush into Iran if violence erupts amid oil dispute fears. About 7,900 Britons in Iran including 3,000 Abadan refinery workers could be evacuated as valves at the refinery threaten oil flow and refinery fires or floods. Negotiations with Iran could resume with American mediation to protect AIOC installations and employees.
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ATOC
British Forces Move to Cyprus Amid Middle East Tensions
The parachute brigade, described as a firefighter force, about 8,500 strong, was sent to Cyprus in the Astern Mediterranean about 1,000 air miles from Iran. In the region, roughly 35,000 British troops remain in the Middle East along with the cruiser Mauritius and two frigates in the Persian Gulf and RAF units on standby at the Suez Canal Zone base.
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Iran
Middle East
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Silo contract case ends with mixed verdict in Michigan plant
A county jury ruled the silo was poorly erected with improper materials causing spoilage of corn forage. They found 800 would cover repairing the silo under contract terms and that spoiled ensilage harmed Shafer’s cows. Shafer’s negligence in feeding was also found. Jurors left fifth issue unanswered on damages from poisonous ensilage.
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Railroad Exhibit in Washington County Free Library
Children can view a detailed miniature railroad scene in the library's children's room. Local model railroader Conrad Burger loaned scale models for display over the coming weeks, including a streamliner and several freight cars with handmade buildings and figures. The layout uses a 1/8 inch to the foot scale.
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Washington County
Iran Seizes Oil Operations Amid Negotiations Collapse
British officials offered a £10,000 cash advance and £3,000,000 monthly payments toward a workable arrangement, while Iran demanded 75 percent of profits and a reserve for future claims. Mossadegh's government reportedly left his sick bed to discuss the crisis with the Shah as talks broke off. Iran threatened to shut Abadan refinery pipe lines, risking explosions and fires.
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Murder Suspect Found In Morgue In Newark
Police identified the murder suspect as William Edward Graham through fingerprints. Graham, sought since March 21 for the murder of Mrs. Ruth Guinpert, died of natural causes Friday in a Newark rooming house near where her body was discovered.
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Resolution on the death of WW Harry Reisner
The Nicodemus National Bank of Hagerstown passed a resolution at its June 19, 1941 meeting regarding the death of WW Harry Reisner. The notice records the board of directors acknowledging the passing and formal proceedings.
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Memorial tribute to W Harry Reisner longtime Nicodemus National Bank director
The Nicodemus National Bank of Wagerstown notes the death of W Harry Reisner a respected board member for over twenty four years He was a pioneer in precision instrument manufacturing honored in World War I His colleagues recall his devotion to meetings community and friends and resolve to spread this tribute in the minutes and send a copy to his family.
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Truman Considers New Appeal to Save Controls Program
Reported moves to extend price controls through 1952 sparking debate. DiSalle backs modest beef rollbacks while House and Senate panels ease auto and appliance financing terms. Wherry warns of amendments targeting price wage and rent controls as Congress weighs extension.
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Zacharias Calls Korea Blunder for Both Sides
Rear Admiral Elisa M. Zacharias retired urged Kiwanis delegates that Korea was a blunder by both sides and warned the United States to revamp intelligence. She called for a congressional probe into intelligence failures and said Europe is Russia’s top target, advocating troop withdrawals from Korea.
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Marbles Tournament Draws Youth Champions in Albuquerque
Mil e champions from at least 30 states gather in Albuquerque for the fifth Veterans of Foreign Wars marbles tournament now sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union. Tilton Holt, a 13 year old from Wilmington Del, defends his title as first round pairings are drawn and play begins at 10 p m with matches continuing through Friday and Saturday at the University of New Mexico gymnasium.
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Goes 10 000 Miles To Present Album Of Photos To Go
Toledo Ohio editor Joe Finch traveled 10000 miles to present a photo album to his wife in Korea. The album, featuring Mrs Finch and newborn Paul Michael, was created by Michael Bradshaw of the Toledo Blade and delivered with a $50 war bond via a sergeant.
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Poppa) Finch
Toledo
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Korea
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Toledo Blade
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Harris Divorced and Georgia Tech Degree News
Washington report notes Bucky Harris divorced by his wife Vernon Jr Van Horn amid ceremony updates as 1 376 graduates receive degrees at Georgia Tech commencement. Harris earned a bachelor of industrial engineering last week. Canada mines hold 0 percent of the world’s medical supply, with the quote about avoiding getting bogged down.
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Bstamley R
Bucky) Harris
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Wiignheth Sutherland
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