West German cabinet split over Paris arms pacts
In Bonn Vice-Chancellor Franz Blücher offered his resignation after the Bundestag ratified the Paris arms pacts by wide margins. The Saar accord split Adenauer's four party coalition, triggering open rebellion within the FDP led by Thomas Dehler and threatening a cabinet crisis. Blücher’s move aimed at forcing a party leadership change as France, awaiting senate debate, reacts with mixed hopes and concerns.
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Bonn
Germany
Franz Bluecher
Konrad Adenauer
Bluecher
Bundestag
National Assembly
France
Adenauer
Free Democrats
EDP
FDP
Thomas Dehler
Saar
Dehler
Acenauer
French National Assembly
Senate
WEU
West Germany
Weather Outlook Promises Cooler Temperatures Tonight
The forecast calls for clearer skies and cooler air with a low near 30 this evening. Tomorrow's highs should reach only 60 to 65 as strong winds subside in the north. Tucson hit 67 yesterday with a 34-degree low this morning, while Phoenix 67-43, Douglas 69-51, Yuma 71-0, Flagstaff 33-27, Prescott 47-37, and Winslow 64-35.
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Elmer
Tucson
Phoenix
Douglas
Yuma
Flagstaff
Prescott
Winslow
Safeway Subpoena Sought On Milk Issue
Phoenix Atty. Gen. Robert Morrison said he would ask the state corporation commission to subpoena Safeway stores and its Lucerne Milk Co outlet to determine if they violated corporation laws amid the milk war. He noted his office lacks subpoena power and funds and cannot definitively judge without examining records.
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Phoenix — i
Robert Morrison
State Corporation Commission
Safeway Stores, Inc
Lucerne Milk Co
Morrison
Safeway
Lucerne
Artillery Now Covers Quemoy Island Threat
Military sources say Soviet built 122 mm guns ring Quemoy, reaching every corner of the island with heavy fire. They note the air strip remains vulnerable, and describe new artillery emplacements near Quemoy as part of a large buildup. Garrison strength listed at 40,000 to 50,000 troops with past landing attempts repelled. Chiang Kai shek’s government calls a Kuomintang session to address the crisis.
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Taipei
Formosa
Quemoy Island
Dien Bien Phu
Quemoy
Chiang
Kaishek
Amoy
Tachon Island
Yikiangshan
Kuomintang
Formosa Strait
Markets At A Glance Markets At A Glance
New York market brief shows mixed signals with stocks higher but trading quiet and bonds steady. Cotton, wheat, and corn plunge on liquidation, oats mixed as distant futures firm. Hogs slip with top at 16.73 while cattle steer from weak to strong with highs near 33.25 as grain closes are noted on page 4.
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New York
Nationalists May Return To Wartime Basis In Formosa
Nationalist China in Formosa may revert to a full wartime footing as a cabinet reshuffle by the Kuomintang is expected to be decided at a central committee meeting. Chiang Kai-shek reviews the financial situation and export stimulation measures while wary of Communist strikes offshore.
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Spencer Moosa
Taipei
Formosa
China
Central Committee of
The
Kuomintang
Chiang Kai-shek
Chiang
George Fights 20 Tax Cut in Senate Committee
Senator George of Georgia declared he will vote to strike the proposed $20 per person income tax cut from the bill. He rejected any immediate compromise and signaled the move may set the pattern for the finance committee, with Treasury Secretary Humphrey opposing the plan. The dispute centers on timing and size of the cut, potentially totaling about $2.2 billion annually, amid strong opposition from Byrd and Republicans.
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Washington
Sen
George
D-Ga
Senate Finance Committee
Tay Hill
Secretary of the Treasury
Humphrey
House
Senate
Byrd
D-Va
Petitions Filed To Place Dr. Di Pietro On Ward 2 Ballot
Petitions to place Dr James J Di Pietro on the April 2 city election ballot for independent councilman ward 2 were received today. City Clerk Ivan Hawkins said the Tucson chiropractor submitted 450 signatures with at least 40 valid under a state statute. The petitions are under review by the city attorney s office. Di Pietro a Democrat resides at 749 E Speedway. Other candidates for two council seats are Harlow D Phelps Republican and John Hardwicke Democrat.
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James J. di Pietro
Ivan Hawkins
Tucson
Hawkins
Independent
di Pietro
E. Speedway
Harlow D. Phelps
John §. Hardwicke
April Draft Cut to 8000 For Army Only
The defense department slashed April draft calls to 8000 men all for the army. This figure falls short of March February and January drafts. Officials cited more voluntary enlistments than forecast as the reason for the decrease with a moderate drop from prior estimates.
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Washington
Defense Department
Army
Red Cross Seeks 152333 in Tucson Fund Drive
The Tucson Red Cross chapter joins 3,720 nationwide chapters in launching its annual campaign with a focal goal of 102,333. About 1,700 residential workers will cover 54,000 homes. James S. Douglas urges volunteers to call for service. National efforts led by Eisenhower and Harriman aim for 20 million members and 85 million dollars in funds.
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Tucson
American Red Cross
Fund Drive
James S. Douglas
Red Cross
Eisenhower
ABC
E. Roland Harriman
Ajo, Benson and Willcox
Japan shifts left but backs U S pact final
In Sunday elections Japan moved slightly left yet confirmed the alliance with the United States by a near two to one vote. Prime Minister Ichiro Hatoyama's Democratic party secured working control of the Diet and the chance to form a new government. Final unofficial returns show Democrats with 186 seats, Liberals 111, Left-Socialists 89, Right-Socialists 67, Labor-Farmers four, Communists two, and others six. The Socialist bloc blocked a possible move to revise the MacArthur constitution.
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Tokyo
Japan
United States
Ichiro Hatoyama
Democratic Party
Red China
Russia
Liberal Party
Shigeru Yoshida
House of Representatives
Burma Premier Richard Nu Talks On U S China Talks
Burmese Premier U Nu said Chou En Lai would consider an unofficial U S mission to discuss imprisoned American airmen and tensions with Peiping. Dulles met Nu during a Manila Bangkok Laos Saigon swing after the Manila pact. U Nu also floated neutral Colombo powers as mediators between China and the West. Dag Hammarskjold sought access to the prisoners and a family visit offer was refused by the State Department.
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Rangoon
Burma
U Nu
Chou En-lai
U. S
United States
Peiping
Chou
U.S
Dulles
Rej
U. N. General Assembly
Secy
Dag Hammarskjold
Hammarskjold
Reds
China
State Department
Supreme Court to Refer River Waters Dispute to Master
The court sent a question on whether Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming should join a suit over Colorado River waters to a special master for decision. In Moscow, a government shuffle elevated Anastas Mikoyan to first deputy premier after being ousted as trade minister last month. In St Petersburg Florida, Baseball Commissioner Ford Frick fined the Milwaukee Braves 500 pounds and 14 players for pre start spring training violations.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Colorado
New Mexico
Utah
Wyoming
London
Moscow Radio Tonight
Soviet Union
Anastas Mikoysan
ST. Petersburg
Fla
Ford Frick
Milwaukee Braves
Free square dance welcomes Indians to Tucson tonight
Community events in Tucson offer a free square dance for visitors with events at UA libraries patio and Scott avenue. Tonight includes a 4 30 P M discussion on Human Nature by UA professors and a 7 45 P M junior duplicate games. Tomorrow features a 1 30 P M Golden Age gathering, bookmobile stops, and a lecture on Australia and world affairs with Dr A Grenfell Price.
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Etita Group
John .H. Denton
Matthew M. R. Schneck
F. F. Curry
Tucson Bridge Club
Arizona
Association For Papago Affairs
YWCA
P. M
Tucson
Index Slash in veterans benefits urged
A committee calls for reforms to veterans benefits urging faster processing and broader coverage. Officials warn of potential cost increases and seek bipartisan support to modernize eligibility rules and delivery methods.
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Eisenhower
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Red) Kress
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