Showdown Looms Between Russia and West Over Bulgaria Crisis
The Bulgarian parliament expelled 23 Agrarian deputies amid Petkov arrest as the United States warned of a world opinion trial and pressed for a three power inquiry into Hungary. The showdown in the Balkans could broaden to Greece Italy France and beyond as the UN and UNESCO probes face Russian resistance.
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China Fears Mongolian Border Crisis Draws Top Defense Aid
Gen Pai Chung-hsi may fly to Sinkiang to settle the border dispute as Chiang Kai-shek weighs diplomatic options after Outer Mongolian forces drive into Xinjiang with Soviet-flag planes. Officials link the action to tribal revolts and a pro-government commissioner's clashes.
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Truman Urges Congress to Extend Consumer Credit Controls
President Truman urged Congress to authorize continuance of wartime style consumer credit controls in peace time. He warned that without action the present regulations on down payments and installment terms for household goods refrigerators and automobiles would end. Eccles the Federal Reserve chairman presented the letter to the House Banking Committee requesting peacetime continuation powers.
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Churchill Remains In Satisfactory Condition After Surgery
London doctors report former Prime Minister Winston Churchill, age 72, had a good night after hernia operation and his general condition is satisfactory.
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Meat prices rise amid supply concerns and packer blame
Chicago June 12 AP Meat prices jump with steers and yearlings at a record 26.00 per hundredweight as beef demand soars and pork tops 24.75. Packers blame rising costs and consumer demand while Newark butchers threaten closures. Agriculture Department notes weekly production at 317 million pounds, well above a year ago.
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Former U.S. Senator Walsh Dies in Boston
Former U S Senator David I Walsh died yesterday in Boston at St Elizabeths hospital from a cerebral hemorrhage at 4 40 P M EST He had chaired the Senate Naval Affairs Committee and lost his seat last November to Henry Cabot Lodge Jr in a one sided election Walsh had been in Massachusetts politics for almost 50 years and his career ended after admission for high blood pressure concerns
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End Sugar Rationing for Home and Hotels Ends
The last wartime sugar rationing for home, restaurants, and hotels ends in the United States as of today, though sugar price controls and industrial sugar rationing remain. Secretary Anderson cited extra world supply from the international food council, a Cuban surplus, and a large Javanese offer as reasons for the move.
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Rent Controls Approved Conferees Allow Hikes
Washington June 12 AP A rent control bill approved by senate house conferees allows voluntary increases up to 15 percent if leases run through 1948 extending controls to February 29 next year. The current law expires June 30. A final review before reporting to chambers is planned this week.
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Russia May Reject U S Probe Demand Over Hungary Crisis
Washington reports diplomatic officials expect Moscow to reject or hinder a three power inquiry into Hungary. The United States may push the issue to the United Nations to spotlight Soviet actions in the Balkans, citing repeated earlier refusals. The note cited Yalta and armistice roles and warned of further action. The State Department also condemned Bulgaria for Petkov arrest as arbitrary.
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Austrian official reports Russian fire on Swedish relief team
A high Austrian official said Russian troops fired on a Swedish relief agency party last night in Vienna killing an automobile driver and wounding Torsten Arnaus, head of the Swedish mission. The Swedish legation denied confirmation and said the charge d aisles had departed for headquarters.
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French government grants pay hikes to end RR strike
Paris June 12 AP The French government awarded rail workers a salary boost ending a six day national rail strike. Union members returned to work after talks as Prime Minister Ramadier and Transport Minister Moch signed the accord. The half year 1947 raise totals 9.905 billion francs about 83 million dollars, settling between union demand 12 billion and government offer 0 million.
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Joseph FE. Dynan
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Jules Moch
Analysis of China’s Sinkiang Ties and Mongol Border Tensions
AP analysis frames Sinkiang as a vast but unsettled frontier where Outer Mongolian links, tribal diversity, and weak central control raise risks. It notes decades of revolts, border raids, and the strategic interest of U.S. aid to stabilize currency and sustain Nationalist forces fighting the Communists.
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Sinkiang
Russia
Cheng Cheng Tien-Fang
Nationalist Party
Truman Ends Canada Visit With Holiday From Official Business
President Truman wrapped up his Canadian trip with a day off from official duties and planned a return to Washington for key votes on a four billion dollar tax cut and labor curbs. He toured Ottawa with his staff, attended a luncheon at the Seigniory Club, and spoke to Parliament before boarding a train for Washington. Weather in Georgia and northwest Florida forecast showers and cooler conditions this period.
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Scene of the Supposed Shooting Delayed Findings Expected
The report notes a shooting scene and states findings are expected to be announced this afternoon.
Atlanta dealer denies price war on passenger tires
Abe Goldstein a director of the National Association of Independent Tire Dealers and Atlanta Tire Dealers Association chairman said there is no tire price war here. He noted a survey showed price cutting but attributed differences to tire value estimates rather than an active war.
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Forecasts of Rain Over Flooded Missouri Illinois Iowa Areas
The AP reports new rains forecast over flood ravaged Missouri Illinois and Iowa as record crests move toward St Louis. Mississippi expected to crest around 35 feet with Missouri still rising to confluence late tomorrow or Saturday. Over 1 million acres remain underwater and more than 24 000 people have fled their homes with Grand Tower Illinois levee failure flooding 2070 acres.
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Laurence Olivier Knighted in King’s Birthday Honors
London June 12 AP Laurence Olivier renowned British stage and screen star is titled Sir Laurence after being knighted in the king’s birthday honors list. The 40 year old actor, who married actress Vivien Leigh in 1940 after a divorce from Jill Esmond, may now be called Lady Olivier.
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