Invite Russia to Big Four foreign ministers conference
Paris dispatch says United States Britain and France decided to invite Russia to a Big Four meeting if preceeding agreement on topics is possible. A drafting committee will continue work and the note could be sent early next week. Allied diplomats see the move as a last chance for peaceful east west settlement.
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Senate approves three month rent ceiling extension
The Senate unanimously approved a compromise to extend federal rent ceilings to March 31, 1951. The action follows House Senate conference agreement after minimal debate. The measure moves back to the House for final approval before sending to President Truman.
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Senate Leaders Push for Swift Aid to Tito Regime
Senate leaders urged rapid passage of a bill to deliver food to Yugoslavia amid protests over aiding Tito's Communist government. The plan would authorize 38 million dollars to relieve drought. an amendment could redirect up to 50 million of Marshall Plan funds.
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Netherlands Reject Indonesian Plan on New Guinea Transfer
The Netherlands government rejected an Indonesian proposal to transfer sovereignty over Western New Guinea to Indonesia next May. Dutch and Indonesian sources said the government, citing the present international situation, was not prepared to transfer sovereignty but would discuss cooperation in developing New Guinea.
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Britain Tells Red China It Must Choose Course Now
British envoy Kenneth Younger told the United Nations Assembly that if Red China stops fighting in Korea and submits to the UN charter, relations with East and West could improve. He urged China to withdraw its troops, warning the historic decision will shape future generations and align Britain with U.S. efforts in Korea.
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Governor Bonner Calls for More Buildings
Governor John W. Bonner urged expanding Montana state institutions with new buildings while stressing the need for quality care. He said 3,545 inmates require better facilities, and pledged to use surplus funds with no new taxes, aiming to convert Warm Springs into a hospital oriented facility for 1,900 patients.
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Midwest Faces Record Snow and Ice Blitz
A vigorous storm swept from northern Mississippi to Canada, spawning ice and snow. The midwest saw rising temps and easing snows overall, but many areas suffered with school closures across Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota, and hundreds of motorists stranded while Michigan factories shut down.
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Truman Threatens to Punch Music Critic Over Daughters Singing
President Truman wrote a longhand letter to Washington Post critic Paul Hume threatening to beat him up after a negative review of Margaret Truman’s singing. The text, partially published, attacked Hume as a “lousy review” and compared him unfavorably to Westbrook Pegler. The critic defended himself, noting the letter resembled but differed from the published version.
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Truman Attlee Outline Steps to Counter Communists
President Truman and Prime Minister Attlee signaled a faster west military buildup while offering to halt rearmament if Reds modify their conduct and accept a peace. The joint communique after a five day conference stressed unity against aggression and disclosed plans to keep Truman informed on atomic decisions. Attlee opposed a naval blockade and sought continued British consultation on such actions.
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Senate to Soften House Excess Profits Tax Plan
Senate finance committee leaders moved to soften the excess profits tax as hearings concluded. The proposal aims to cap the overall corporate tax load at 60 to 65 percent, far below the House 67 percent ceiling, with Treasury backing a 65 percent compromise. The House bill would tax 75 percent on excess earnings above 85 percent of a three year average, on top of 45 percent normal tax, with total not to exceed 67 percent. Treasury estimates House plan would raise about 3.4 billion dollars in year one versus 4 billion sought by Truman.
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Jaffe and Allies Plead Innocent to Contempt Charges
Philip J. Jaffe and Steve Nelson pleaded innocent to congressional contempt counts and were released on 1500 dollar bonds. Also charged were Giovanni Lomanitz David Bohm Marcel Scherer and William L Patterson. Nelson faces 35 counts and potential 35000 fine and 35 years.
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Ban Tightens on Exports to Red Nations
The Commerce Department imposed an immediate ban on war potential goods shipped from American ports to Russia and allied Communist areas. The order covers weapons, fissionable materials, and strategic industrial goods and blocks shipments even if American vessels touch non Communist ports. The move extends to British Hong Kong and Portuguese Macao to prevent diversions to enemies, with lawmakers criticizing prior shipments.
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Butte Chamber of Commerce Campaign Opens for Year
The Butte Chamber of Commerce reports strong progress in its annual membership drive launched last Monday. A workers report meeting is set for Monday at the Finlen hotel to complete an assigned card check and assess follow up work if assignments aren’t finished by noon. The drive began with 137 members, aiming to raise $36,000 to fund the year’s activities.
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Butte Weather Forecast Mixed Snow Flurries Saturday
Mostly cloudy with scattered snow flurries on Saturday and little temperature change. Readings show a low near 19 in the morning and a high near 34 Saturday afternoon. From Thursday midnight to Friday afternoon the airport shows 12 to 40 and the School of Mines 21 to 38.
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Nation Warned Prices Can Be Rolled Back
Washington date 1939? Officials warned inflation fight may include price rollbacks if needed. Economic Stabilization Chief Alan Valentine Price Stabilizer Michael DiSalle and Wage Stabilizer Cyrus Ching spoke against profiteers while denying an imminent wage price freeze. DiSalle faced Senate critique over agency readiness as Baruch urged full controls.
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Reject Plea to Hold Back Price Increases
DETROIT December 8 General Motors and Ford rejected a government request to rescind price increases announced for 1951 model automobiles. They called the request impractical and said they were disturbed the Economic Stabilization Administration directed it to them.
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Progress in Drive to East Coast Amid Korean Front Battles
UN naval commander Joy said ships off Hungnam ready for any eventuality as rumors of a sea withdrawal circulate amid a deadly retreat by over 20 000 US Marines and infantry toward the east coast. Maj Gen Almond conferred with Joy as Allies combat Reds near Kota and Hagaru while Fifth Regiment Marines secure the rear.
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Collins Foresees U S Troops Battle Ready After Front Visit
General J Lawton Collins on returning from Korea said American forces will be able to take care of themselves without serious losses. He would report to the joint chiefs of staff and noted a war-speed up in training while Christmas furloughs were largely canceled.
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Invasion Sparks Mass Refugee Flight Across Korea
Chinese Communist invasion drives 80 to 90 percent of North Korea’s civilians southward. An exodus from Seoul follows, as families flee with essentials. Rice prices plummet easing living costs, while clothing and goods also drop 20 to 30 percent. Black market cigarettes fall in price amid the turmoil.
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Marshall Warns of Grave Global Strain and Korea Conflict
Defense Secretary George C. Marshall told the National Association of Manufacturers that the U S military position is more grave than early WWII and warned against wavering as the world faces an unprecedented era of prolongeds tension and heaviest fighting in Korea. He urged unity to prevent deterioration into catastrophe.
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Flying Leathernecks Write Heroic Page in Korea War
In northeast Korea the Flying Leathernecks aid the trapped First Marine Division. Capt. Alfred F. McCales Jr. set a new record by evacuating over 60 wounded in a single day from a 1500-foot air strip. Maj. Gotteschalk organized helicopters and Grass Hopper planes to bring out 12 wounded. Night pilots Corman and Geyes knocked out an enemy mortar from hedge-row height. Capt. Wilcox killed 75 Chinese Reds by flying through trees to reach them.
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