Congress Reopens as Parties Spar Over Taxes and Civil Rights
Washington observers report sharp exchanges between Democratic and Republican leaders as Congress reconvenes. Senate Democrat Lucas urges caution on repealing wartime excise taxes, while supporting broader revenue plans tied to President Truman's program. The White House aims to push Fair Deal policies, including civil rights, with a joint address slated for tomorrow and a full economic report Friday.
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Ohio State, Oklahoma Triumph in Big Bowl Wins
Ohio State edged California 17-14 in the Rose Bowl on a 174 yard field goal as Oklahoma crushed LSU 35-0 in the Sugar Bowl. Rice defeated North Carolina 27-3 in the Cotton Bowl, Santa Clara beat Kentucky 21-13 in the Orange Bowl, and Maryland topped Missouri 20-7 in the Gator Bowl with Hague’s late standouts.
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U.S. Foreign Aid Totals $30 Billion
A Commerce Department report shows postwar aid near 235 billion to foreign nations through mid 1945 to last September, with per person figures around $209. The data cover World Bank and IMF subscriptions and reflect peak spending in mid 1946 with planned reductions for the next fiscal year as calls for further cuts arise.
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Recluse Killed In Hunt For Felons Near Little Rock
An elderly recluse named Lee Burgis was shot dead and Deputy State Fire Marshal Walter L. McLavey was wounded when a posse pursuing three escaped felons exchanged gunfire at Burgis’s rural North Little Rock area home. Odus Eaton, 25, of Stilwell, Oklahoma, was captured at a cabin near Scott, Arkansas and jailed at Tucker Prison Farm. The pursuit continues for the remaining fugitives across central Arkansas.
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Prathro Jimellon
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Odus Eaton
Stilwell
Okla
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Scott Ark
Tucker
Jarce
Arkansas
Budget approves record French balance amid confidence votes
The French National Assembly approved a record balance budget worth 2 247 000 000 000 francs amid six confidence votes for Premier Georges Bidault. The council of the Republic could veto but would need 311 votes. last night the crucial budget support was 305 to 283. The vote split featured Communist and extreme right opposition with Bidault backed by MRE Socialists and moderates.
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France
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Reed Urges Income Tax Limitation
Rep. Reed of New York proposes a 50 percent cap on individual net earnings tax and raises personal exemptions from 360 to 700 dollars. The plan, to be introduced, would also lift exemptions for dependents and cut several excise taxes on tires, phones, jewelry, transportation, furs, and furnaces. Reed frames it as a GOP response to Truman hints of tax increases on high earners and corporate rates.
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British Press Attacks U S China Policy Over Formosa
London editorials from The Times Telegraph and Manchester Guardian condemn U S plans to aid Chiang Kai-shek in Formosa. They warn that U S troop involvement could strain Anglo American relations as Britain weighs recognition of Communist China amid Moscow talks.
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Telegraph
Crown Prince to Act Regent for Sweden in Opening Parliament
Swedish Crown Prince Gustaf Adrelof to serve as regent for one day to inaugurate the parliamentary session. His father, Gustaf V, confined in his rooms by physicians, aims to attend the royal duty if his health permits during the Jan Dag meeting.
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Taft Brother Aids Democratic Cincinnati Mayor Win
Cincinnati election turmoil features Senator Taft's brother backing Democrat Cash for mayor. Charterites clash with Taft family stance as Republicans debate strategy and party unity amid ongoing city machine tensions.
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390 Killed In Holiday Accidents
A late New Year safety tally notes 390 deaths from accidents since 11 pm Friday with 247 highway fatalities and 91 from fires and other mishaps. The National Safety Council had forecast 330 highway deaths by midnight. Weather, including fog in the Chicago area, slowed traffic and air travel, possibly reducing fatalities.
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Chicago
Delay Sailing Of U S Ship To Shanghai
The American freighter Flying Arrow amid tensions delays sailing to Shanghai. Crewmembers, including an assistant engineer, weigh departure while state department and consular authorities monitor the situation.
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Paul Jrenph
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Cress
Bodies Of Two Area Men Found In Plane Wreckage
Two men from Schenectady and Smiths Basin were found dead in a light plane wreckage in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. The flight originated in Waycross and was bound for Glens Falls, with a stop in Baltimore. Civil Air Patrol crews located the wreckage in rugged terrain as searches continued for the missing aircraft and its occupants.
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Lawrence Lambert
Civil Air Patrol
Poconos
Harold Hamlin
Stroudsburg
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Fla
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Mines wary as United Mine Workers may resume work today
Reports from Pittsburgh and Illinois indicate mixed expectations as 480 000 United Mine Workers weigh a return to short work. Illinois officials say half of mine management notified that workers would stay out, while Springfield leaders expect miners to return. Nationwide, signs of a walkout appear unlikely this instant as some mines resume midnight-shift operations.
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Fred S. Wilkey
Iilola Coas ‘l Operators Association
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Hugh White
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Lewia
Springfield
Progressive Mine Workers of America
Iaoi
U.S.W. i
Fackey
Harry A. Sutter
Western Pennsylvania Coal Operators Association
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Sutter
Population Increases In New York City Health Estimate
City health officials report population growth figures tied to the 1948 estimate by the health department. The data, compiled for regional statistics, aligns with earlier statewide projections and highlights ongoing demographic changes in New York and surrounding areas.
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Cis
City Department of Health
Health Department
iBoy Hanged Playing In New Cowboy Suit
A child in Lowville hanged himself in a barn behind his home while playing cowboy with a toy cord. Coroner Louis Avallone indicated the death appeared accidental and an inquest may be held. The boy's father Francie and a neighbor Patsy Caro assisted, with a saw used in the attempted rescue moment.
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Feary
Francis Wood
Lowsywile
Carier
Paty Caro
Louis Avallone
Seeds
Avellone
Patsy
Francie
Soviet Planes Reported Snooping Over Okinawa
An American says Soviet planes were observed over Okinawa as Tokyo reported increased U S air activity. The claims cite unidentified aircraft near Japanese air defenses and reference comments about Russian military capabilities and reconnaissance efforts.
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Taft and Hoover urge Formosa defense against communists
Former President Hoover and Senator Taft urged immediate US air and naval bases on Formosa to block Communist gains near the South China coast. Hoover called for a wall against communism, while Taft said action should be through the United Nations if possible, otherwise unilaterally. Truman reportedly rejected armed force for Formosa but may revisit after Joint Chiefs and MacArthur talks.
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Knowland
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Emil Jannings Dies First Oscar Winner in Austria
Vienna reports the death of Emil Jannings at age 62 from cancer at his home in Zinkenbach. The Hollywood star, winner of the first Academy Award, had been ill for weeks and died peacefully. Funeral plans were set for Friday at Wolfsgang near Lake Wolfsang.
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