Four Powers Deadlocked Over Trieste Settlement
The Big Four remain deadlocked on Trieste as Molotov, Byrnes, and other ministers argue over sovereignty and internationalization. A proposed ethnic settlement is rejected, and a peace conference possibility is raised if no agreement emerges. Britain and the United States oppose Russian favored-nation language in Romania, shelving that issue for now.
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Yugoslavia
Trieste
Russia
United States
Britain
Romania
U. S
Enforcement of State Fireworks Law Urged by Maryland
Maryland Insurance Department urges strict enforcement of the fireworks law for Fourth of July. Insurance Commissioner Lawrence E. Ensor says displays require prior approval and bonding with the department to cover injuries. Unpermitted displays will be prosecuted by the department.
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Insurance Department of
Maryland
Insurance
Lawrence EB. Enmsor
Insurance Department
Bis
Ensor
Death Toll In Crash Of Truck Train Rises To 11
In Harlingen Texas the truck train crash near La Feria raised the death toll to 11 with Constan tina Hernandez among the dead. Eleven others were injured two critically. The victims were agricultural workers riding in an open truck struck by a Missouri Pacific passenger train on Tuesday night.
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Harlingen
Tex
la Feria
Constantina Hernandez
Missouri Pacific
Canvass Outlines Post Primary Shifts in Maryland Politics
Garrett county led the state by holding its official ballots canvass early. Democratic tickets favored Lane and O Conor while Republicans backed McKeldin and Markey as unofficial returns aligned. The 1947 General Assembly will see major turnover with many incumbents defeated or retired. Senate President Lindsay not seeking renomination. Byrnes named as a possible new Senate President.
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Garrett County
Lane
O'Conor
McKeldin
Markey
General Assembly
House of Delegates
State Senate
Senate
James J. Lindsay
Baltimore County
Byrnes
D.-Balto
Suspect Thomas linked to missing girl and asylum bid
Chicago investigators consider Thomas may have fabricated the tale of a Phoenix girl stolen from her bed on January 7. Parts of the child's dismembered body were later found near her home. Thomas, a 42 year old convict awaiting sentencing for a sex offense against his daughter, may seek extradition to Arizona by claiming insanity. He disputes guilt and hints at memory gaps from illness. Handwriting analysis links him to a $20 000 Degnan note, with left handed writing noted after a prior right arm injury.
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Garet
Phoenix
Chicago
Thomas
Walter Storms
Arizona
Ernest W. Roach
Degnan
Roach
Daniel Faces OPA Talk After Filibuster Threat
The Senate weighs an extended price control bill transferring final authority on food prices to the Agriculture Secretary. A decontrol board could override the secretary or price administrator. CIO chief Murray urged a Truman veto, warning of sharp price hikes in essentials.
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Senate
Q’daniel
Barkiey
Agen
Secretary of Agriculture
Agriculture Secret
CIO
Philip Murray
Truman
Murray
Wavell Looms Over India Interim Government Formation
British policy circles expect Lord Wavell to announce a caretaker government plan for India pending elections to a constituent assembly. The interim government would include one representative from each major province and a Muslim seat, with broader inclusion from Hindu majority areas and marginalized groups. Election results are not expected until late July.
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India
New Delhi
Lord Wavell
Constituent Assembly
Hemzal
Punjab
Prisoners Sing After Sentence in Palestine Trial
Barker, British commander in Palestine, presides over a three day trial in which defendants refuse to acknowledge jurisdiction, claiming to be prisoners of war. A wild post verdict scene erupts as defendants and relatives denounce the Jewish underground army fighting for independence. police restore order.
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Barker
Palestine
Po- Hee
Parachute Jumps At Airport Here Sunday
Hagerstown residents will witness the first professional parachute jumps since before the war at Municipal Airport Sunday afternoon. Dick Hockman of Winchester Va is slated for two jumps from three or four thousand feet taken aloft by a light aircraft. The jumps are planned for 3 PM and about 5 PM.
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Hagerstonians
Dick Hockman
Winchester
David Crockett
Crockett
Government raises coffee prices to aid Latin American imports
Washington reports a 3 to 4 cent per pound increase in coffee prices as the Stabilization Director approves higher ceilings. Exporters receive two cents more per pound while importers see ceilings rise to 2.075 dollars per pound. Bowles notes motive to boost imports amid higher production costs and cites reluctance in approving the move.
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Washington
Chester Bowles
OPA
Bowles
Latin America
State Department
Woman Seized In Shore Slaying
A Maryland woman linked to the Ocean City murder case was seized after investigators traced a lead to her home in Princess Anne. The victim Riley, a poultry buyer, was found dead with a spent bullet in a pillow. his truck was later found abandoned in Ocean City. Authorities say a suspect, described as about 41 with brown hair and brown eyes, fled Maryland before a warrant was sworn.
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Riley
FBI
Cincinnati
W. Prentiss
Evans
Somerset County
Krumbolz
Princess Anne
Ocean City
Vineland
Philadelphia
Subletting Home Risky Business
The OPA hints that summer sublets may block return of a home. Furnished sublets require consent and a filed statement with the OPA plus a vacancy notice to tenants, claiming urgent need to reclaim the residence. If rules are followed, officials promise help in getting back in.
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OPA
Five Young Men Enlist in Navy From Hagerstown Area
Five area youths were enlisted in the Navy this week through the Navy Recruiting Station at City Hall. Chief Gerald Lewellen reported that seven more will have examinations in Baltimore tomorrow. Enlistees include Clifford HE Bardsley and Charles E Fridinger of Williamsport, Jas E Shiffler of Boonsboro, Maurice L Deneen of Hancock, and Charles E Sponseller of 216 James Street Hagerstown.
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Navy
City Hall
Gerald Lewellen
Baltimore
Cliffford HE
Bardsley
Charles .E. Fridinger
Williamsport
Jas
E. Shiffler
Boonsboro
Maurice L. Deneen
Hancock
Charles E. Sponseller
James Street
Hancock native Murray lauded for radar controlled Fortresses feat
Lt Peter Ross Murray of Hancock received a personal commendation from Brig Gen Roger M Ramey of the AAF unit Operations Crossroads. Murray and Col R E Jarmon developed four robot controlled Flying Fortresses to penetrate the atomic blast cloud at Bikini Atoll tests, with Ramey calling Murray perhaps most responsible for the technical miracles.
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Peter Ross Murray
Wright Field
Hancock
Roger M. Raiiey
AAF
Murray
R. E. Jarmon 1
Bikini Atoll
Ramey
Washington County Medical Society Holds Annual Picnic
The Washington County Medical Society hosts an annual picnic this afternoon at the Conococheague Sportsmen's Club near Sharpsburg. Members will enjoy a fried chicken dinner, followed by movies. Picnic committee includes Dr. R. A. Bell, Dr. W. H. Shealey, and Dr. Jack N. Beachley.
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Washington County Medical Society
Conococheague Sportsmen’s Club
Sharpsburg
R. A. Bell
WH. Shealey
Jack N. Beachley
Comamline
Labor bills dead for year amid election drive
Washington reports that key labor law supporters have given up hope of passing new measures this year as Congress faces campaigns. Senator Murray proposed a presidential commission to study long-range labor policy instead of congressional action. A House rules committee also postponed action on raising the minimum wage, signaling no change this session.
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Washington
Murray
D-Mont
Senate Labor Committee
Congress
House Rules Committee
OPA Moves To End Bottleneck
The OPA moves to stop alleged lumber market abuses in the western industry. The crackdown targets diversions, resawing without recutting, improper sizing, upgrading materials, overcharging, unlicensed sales, and short lengths amid enforcement by Ralph Golub and backing from General Tom Clark and congressional funds.
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OPA
U.S. Attor
Hospital Treats Accident Victims
Three patients were admitted to Washington County Hospital yesterday afternoon for treatment. Otto B Bussard of Route 2 Hag arstown broke his right leg after a fall from a scaffold and was discharged with a cast. Lawrence Myers of 351 Elizabeth Street was treated for a cut finger and discharged. Menzie Saunders of 209 West Bethel Street was examined and discharged after a dog bite on his left hand. The first Michigan state fist hatchery was built in 1873.
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Washington County Hospital
Otto B. Bussard
Hagarstown
Lawrence Myers
Elizabeth Street
Menzie Saunders
West Bethel St
Maxey twins arrive as cousin births linked to Santa Ana family
In Santa Ana on June 18 Eugene R. Maxey and Marion welcomed twins, a boy and a girl. This week twin boys were born to Uncle William Maxey and his wife Jeanette at the same hospital, tying the families together as the Maxeys grow. A note adds a 30 foot banana plant known to be growing nearby.
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Calif
Maxey
Eugene R. Maxey
Marion
William Maxey
Jeanette
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