Marshall Plan aide slain by Reds in Vienna
Irving Ross, 34, an American Marshall Plan official with the ECA mission in Vienna, was beaten to death in the Soviet zone near the south railway station. A German-Austrian woman, Anna Sutkena, remains in serious condition after also being beaten. Police report indicate four Russian soldiers attacked, car wounded, wires cut, and skull fractures noted. authorities say no action will be taken until full details are known.
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Girl Scouts Mark Special Week in Butte Mining City
Girl Scouts of Butte 800 strong join Scouts nationwide in observing Girl Scout Week from Sunday through Nov 6. The event honors Juliette Gordon Low founder of the movement and includes her birthday anniversary Oct 35. Special programs include a city meeting on safety at the YMCS, an air radio broadcast, Homemaking Day, Citizenship Day, and Health and Safety talks. A feature on Wednesday covers “Safely Rules of the Road” by Lt. AN Beehive from the state highway patrol. (Continued on Page 2)
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Taft Predicts Dewey Wins By Four Million Votes
New York report cites Gen Robert Taft predicting Governor Thomas Dewey will win the presidential race by four to five million votes. He spoke during a long distance radio debate with Sen J Howard McGrath who doubted polling margins and warned polls can err by up to three percent, possibly altering the outcome.
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Robert A. Tam
Ohie
Thomas B. Dewey
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J. Howard McGrath
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Dewey
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Califoriie
Taft
Republicana
Laird
Butte Voters Back $95,000 Civic Recreational Center Bond
The Butte electorate across parties backs a $95,000 bonds proposal for a Civic Recreational Center in Silver Bow county. The plan would run 20 years with annual payments around four to five mills, costing about $2.00 to $3.30 yearly for typical taxpayers. Supporters from many sectors cite tax projections, inclusive facilities, and community benefits as key drivers for the measure.
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Tiexiay
Silver Bow County
Silver Bow
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Spears
Compton
Community backs arena plan for Mining city youth
Local athletic figures voiced confidence in a Tuesday election plan to fund a civic recreational center in the Mining city area. Butte Copper League President Bil McGonigle cites rising baseball interest, noting 1947 48 attendance exceeded 395071 across the circuit and Clark Park totals reached 155107 in 2948, underscoring the sport’s appeal and the need for local facilities.
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Soviet propaganda drive targets Western Allies in Germany
Soviet propaganda escalates to press Western powers into leaving Germany. It cites a declaration by the Communist German People's Council calling for a peace treaty with an all German government and withdrawal of occupation forces within a year after signing. Western authorities view this as a Soviet attempt to sway Germans and to pressure for early withdrawal. Reports note Russian armed police in the Soviet zone and plans to move industrial facilities to Russia. Belgrade announces Yugoslavia will recognize the Cermanist dominated Northern Kosovo republic.
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Montana Standard Raises Subscriptions Rates Notice
Newspaper production costs have risen, requiring The Montana Standard to boost carrier subscription rates. Effective October 31, daily and Sunday rates increase to 5 cents per week, a 3 cent rise. Mail rates will be adjusted proportionately.
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Montana Standard
Major Candidates Plan Final Appeals Tonight
President Taman returns home to Independence amid a 272 mile national tour and a loyal crowd of about 500 in the depot yard. He thanks supporters after a grueling campaign. Monday schedules include a Shrine ceremony, a Red Grass breakfast, and a mile long parade through downtown Kansas City with Shrine units from multiple states.
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GOP Victory Foreseen by Many Observers
Newspaper previews election day by fielding Republican confidence and possible outcomes. Dewey expected to win New York and perhaps the Senate. Truman supporters anticipate turnout and a possible House gain. Weather forecasts warn rain in eastern states and mountain snow flurries, with networks planning radio broadcasts from major cities.
Truman Election Not Essential Says Army Chief
Washington October reports Secretary of the Army refused to call President Truman’s re election necessary or essential noting defense will be fine and that while desirable, a change in administration would likely set back national policy. Royall said better not to change administration and avoided endorsing Truman.
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Charles Palmer
Washington News
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Royall
Deaths rise to twenty in Donora smog disaster
Donora Pennsylvania faces a five day fog and smoke episode that has killed 20 residents and injured hundreds. Officials report victims largely suffered heart or breathing failures, with 290 treated and more than 400 affected. Hospitals operated at capacity as aid stations closed.
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Hela Viver
Rudolph Schwerha
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Farrer Hospitals
Dewey Resting After 15000 Miles Of Campaign Travel
Tired after more than 15000 miles of travel and 10 campaign speeches, Republican candidate Thomas B. Dewey and his wife spent Sunday in Pawling New York at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. They sat in a small pew, knelt to pray, and received a warm welcome from the rector and parishioners as a press party looked on. The couple plans to vote in New York Tuesday before returning to their Roosevelt Hotel suite and weighing plans for the final stretch.
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U S Faces Russian Shipping Moves Boosting War Vital Goods
Washington notes Russia has increased shipments of manganese, chrome and other strategic metals to the United States while consumer industrial goods rise in value. Officials see Moscow using shipping gains to test Western resolve and push the United States toward alternative suppliers.
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Korea Faces Internal Raids After October Uprising
Seoul dispatch reports South Korean rebels repelled in October's revolt, but air raids to continue through winter. Many fled to the mountains with weapons as American advisers warn up to 10 percent of Korean armed forces may be insurgents. Premier Loe Bum Suk says communists and rightists coordinated the uprising. not all participants were communists.
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Israeli Troops Rout Arab Force in North
Reported advance across northern Palestine ends with Israeli forces clearing Arab resistance in the Galilee. UN observers noted Lebanon-bound units moving toward Majdouli and Jbeil while Ceasefire time approached. Israeli spokesmen hailed victory as combat troops met fierce resistance across several fronts.
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Sasha
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Weather Forecast For Bute And Montana Region
Cloudy to partly cloudy conditions with scattered showers expected. Highs range from 40 to 58 degrees across areas west of the divide and eastern portions with occasional light rain or snow. Overnight lows near 14 to 31 degrees, with some pockets reaching the mid 40s in warmer spots.
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End of Fighting Echoes as Mukden Still Quiet
The first distant gunfire fades in Mukden as Communist forces advance toward Shina provinces and officials privately acknowledge it is over. US Consul reports no disorders since dawn while 10 American personnel and dependents remain safe. United States aid shipments continue under embargo as Russia is excluded.
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Funda
Wisdom Men Escape Death When Train Hits Auto
William E F Schultz and Roy Bandy of Wisdom narrowly escaped death when their deer was struck by a southbound Creight train on the Ditlon highway turnoff 8 miles south of Butte. The men state highway patrolman Ferbert Slack said the car stalled while crossing the tracks. They jumped out as the train bore down, the auto swept off the right of way.
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Butte
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