Dewey drive nears, Vandenberg backs foreign plank
Rival factions clash at the Republican convention over foreign policy as Senator Vandenberg hails the plank as magnificent while Brooks resists a convention fight. The platform drops UN control of atomic energy, praising a strong UN role. Lodge calls for unity. labor leaders call the labor plank weak.
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Republicans Confident of Farm Vote Across Regions
In Philadelphia on June 29, Republicans voiced strong confidence that their farm-focused platform will secure big gains in farm belt states come November. They touted higher farm prices, soil conservation, continued farmer cooperatives, and new uses for surpluses as keys to winning rural majorities, noting prior gains in 1944 1946 and a shift back toward Republicans since 1940.
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Soviets Announce Currency Reform in Eastern Germany
Berlin reports a unilateral Soviet currency reform for eastern Germany and Berlin. A letter to the Berlin mayor said the reform would take effect June 24, with stamps pasted to existing Reichsmarks. Western powers rejected the move, citing stalled four-power talks and awaiting a compromise.
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Child Imprisoned: Mother Arrested
A five year old girl was found imprisoned naked and underfed in a foul smelling closet at her home in San Francisco. Esther Stew ard, 28, known as Ears, was arrested on charges of child neglect and contributing to the delinquency of a child. Two other children, Michael and Judy, were placed in juvenile care. A father, Robert Stewart, 32, had warrants out, and his temporary suspension was announced by the fire department. The child weighed about 16 pounds and was confined in a three foot square closet with a jammed bureau in front of the door. The girl was placed in the closet Monday morning.
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National Guard Quotas May Be Filled Fast
Washington June 27 National Guard quotas may be filled quickly as volunteers. Officials project full up and a year of no recruiting by month’s end. 90 000 to 109 000 vacancies exist, with 19 through 25 year olds entering induction once volunteer totals reach targets. Guardsmen and organized reserves are draft exempt. President Truman’s signature awaited to activate draft. timing suggests mid July with Senate and House leaders at Philadelphia convention. Some debate may push signing to last minute to maximize reserve enlistments. Between now and then 19 through 25 year olds may gain exemption by joining the Guard or organized reserves, with as example 400 in New York joining Monday.
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Admiral Oldendorf to retire from active duty
San Francisco June 22 Vice Admiral Jesse B Oldendorf commander of the U S task force that shattered the Japanese fleet in the Surigao Strait will retire from active travel duty July 1 the 12th Naval district announced Tuesday night
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Tel Aviv Waterfront Battle Drives Residents From Port Area
Thousands of Tel Aviv residents flee the waterfront as an LST beached by rebel Irgun fighters threatens to explode after being set afire by Israeli army shells. A four hour battle with regular troops and Irgun rebels disrupts the city with deserted hotels and UN truce headquarters nearby.
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Debenture Bond Bid Accepted in Montana Project Plan
Helena June 22. Montana highway commission accepted four bids totaling 3 million dollars for a debenture bond issue and postponed action on bids until Wednesday. An eastern group offered a premium for 2 million in bonds to finance road building. Bidders include Smith Barney Co New York First Boston Co Boston Dinols Co Chicago Phelps Fenn Co New York G H Walker St Louis Bosworth Sullivan Co New York. Projects cover bridge underpass Malta and several highway improvements with bids listed for Beaver creek Wibaux Shelby Chester Harlowton Moore Ulm Great Falls routes.
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American atomic plan vetoed by Security Council
In Lake Success on June 21 the Security Council rejected the American plan for world atomic control after Andrei A. Gromyko vetoed the proposal. The United States and nine other nations voted to approve the UN Atomic Energy Commission's full work, but the Soviet veto halted steps and records were sent to the General Assembly in Paris for action on Sept. 21.
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Weather Will Aid State's Farmers
Helena June 22 Farmers expect good crop weather this week after recent floods. Federal forecasters predict under one quarter inch rain with lows 40 to 55 and highs 56 to 75 through Sunday. Weather and agricultural bureaus report past week had over five inches of precipitation across parts of northern Montana, floods damaged crops and livestock, but soil moisture improves prospects. Cattle and calves are in satisfactory condition, range feed adequate, grasshopper infestation light except in three counties, alfalfa weevil noted in some arm regions, sugar beets over 60 percent thinned, and late spring crops need warmth to advance growth.
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Butte Man Praises Hoover Commission Work
A Butte resident, James MW Rowe, a member of the bipartisan Hoover Commission, extols its nonpartisan study of national government. Rowe notes expected taxpayer savings and more efficient executive agencies while en route to Denver for a commission meeting.
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Tornado Hits Parts of Nebraska and Iowa
A tornado swept through Southeast Nebraska into Nebraska City on Tuesday, killing 31 year old farmer Harry Badberg and injuring four others. Six freight train cars derailed, trapping workers in the cab nose and killing a resident near his farm home. The injured were taken to area hospitals for treatment.
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Butte Weather Forecast Mixed Clouds and Showers
Partly cloudy Wednesday with scattered showers across Butte region. Temperatures range from 60s to 70s with little change. high around 60 to 79 west of divide and 45 to 75 east of divide. Forecast notes include scattered light showers by afternoon and considerable cloudiness.
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Hoover Urges Republicans to Combat World Tyranny
At the GOP convention in Philadelphia Herbert Hoover urged Republicans to lead a battle for world peace and freedom, warning Soviet Russia as a threat to civilization. He pressed for aid to Western European nations while cautioning against overburdening the American economy and resisting nonessential spending. He urged selecting candidates who face the truth of a critical battle to safeguard a free nation and civilization, noting looming costs of relief and defense.
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Vanport body recovered raises death toll to nine
Portland officials confirm the body of a second woman was recovered from the Vanport floodwaters late Tuesday, pushing the Memorial Day disaster toll to nine. The victim was identified as 47 year old Izutai Oyama, listed among the war housing city’s missing residents.
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Taft and Stassen Hold Secret Session for Coalition
Republican convention reports indicate Senator Taft of Ohio and Harold Stassen met privately Tuesday night in Philadelphia seeking a Taft Stassen Warren coalition to block Thomas E. Dewey. Pennsylvania Governor Duff and Senator Martin weighed in, while Stassen denied any deal and said he remains in the race.
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Martin Assails Truman's Administration At Convention Hall
In Philadelphia on June 29, House Speaker Joseph W. Martin Jr. attacked the Truman administration as fumbling on foreign policy and praised Congress for thwarting federal encroachment. The Republican dark horse candidate for president urged voters to replace “government by guess” with steady, strong leadership and backed GOP efforts to restore order in national policy.
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Montana Disaster Area Proclaimed
President Truman declared part of Montana a disaster area east of the continental divide and directed the Federal Works Administration to provide blankets cots tents and relief supplies. The status opens emergency federal funds for flood struck areas as torrential rains caused flash floods and river overflows damaging farms roads railways and buildings. Governor Sam Ford said Truman authorized emergency funds and that communities hit would receive federal aid.
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Truman names envoy to Israel in diplomatic exchange
President Truman announced the exchange of diplomatic missions with the provisional government of Israel. James Grover McDonald of New York is named special representative of the United States to head the mission. Eliahu Epstein is designated by Israel as its special representative in the United States and head of the Israeli mission.
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Montana Delegates Hold Caucus On Unit Rule
Montana delegates at the Republican convention held another caucus to discuss the unit rule. State Sen. S C Arnold said routine matters were addressed and no position on candidates was discussed. A resolution directing unit voting was not specific to any candidate.
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Surge for Dewey Check Halted in Massachusetts
Philadelphia dispatch notes Massachusetts National Committee man Sinclair Weeks opposed Gov. Thomas E. Dewey. Weeks publicly declared against Dewey at a late night news conference. The Bay state delegation’s surge toward Dewey was checked, with Weeks declining to reveal his preferred candidate.
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