Yokosuka Base Is Still Tough Fight
James R. Young reports on Yokosuka Japan as the U S occupation battles to reform the city and its navy yard. He notes Capt Benton Decker’s drive to rebuild democratic life amid resistant officials and lingering Imperial-era policies.
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Jefferson Standard
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Army Air Corps
Navy critics urge civic action in upcoming elections
Navy representatives including Cmdr W L Higgins Cleveland Ohio say the city, once centered on the navy base, faces unemployment and leadership gaps after deactivation. They note Japanese officials’ autocratic mindset hinders reform and democracy. Capt Decker sponsors a League of Women Voters movement to mobilize citizens ahead of municipal elections.
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Nogales Chamber Adopts Bid to Ease Border Traffic
The Santa Cruz County Chamber of Commerce unanimously approves a resolution urging Arizona’s congressional delegation to press action on relieving congestion at Nogales international gates. Vice-President-Elect Frank Barry Jr proposed the measure amid Nogales’s push to enlarge the main entry gate.
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Arizona
Santa Cruz County
Commerce group backs faster gates to ease tourist flow
A city meeting heard progress on speeding tourist entry at the main gate after adding new inspectors. The Chamber of Commerce urged a city-wide fund drive to build a larger gate if federal funds fail. Rep. Richard W. Harless of Arizona, visiting Thursday, pledged to take up the issue in Washington and urge authorities to ease congestion from rising trade.
Firemen Link Long Hose Line To Fight Wexford Hotel Fire
Firemen from six towns stretched 4000 feet of hose to combat a three story Cole hotel blaze at Wexford. Valencia volunteers towed pumping gear to a creek bank a quarter mile away as multiple companies joined to extend the water line.
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