Army Seeks Steel to Keep Tank Program Alive
The army warns the steel strike endangers tank production, risking delayed delivery of T-41 light tanks and M-47 medium tanks. If cuts persist, up to 3,000 medium tanks could be eliminated, creating shortages for overseas and domestic forces, including Korea.
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J. Lawton Collins
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Korea
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Berlin Reds Plan Backfires as West Berlin Flight Accelerates
East German authorities failed to quell fears as thousands of East Germans fled to the West over three days. Refugee stations in West Berlin overflowed with more than 1950 arrivals while frontier crossings reported 300 to 400 new entrants daily. Russians barred Allied patrols on the Berlin highway, asserting West Berlin panic and security belts were necessary.
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Soviet Ambassador Recalled to Moscow in New Appointment
Russian Ambassador Alexander S. Panyushkin said he was recalled to the Soviet Union for a new appointment and would depart Sunday from New York en route to Moscow via Sweden. He told Secretary of State Acheson the talk lasted 25 minutes and noted he did not intend to return to Washington, contradicting earlier embassy statements.
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Alexander S. Panyushkin
Soviet Union
Panyushkin
New York
Moscow
Sweden
Acheson
United States
Senator seeks $100 million cut in farm payments
Sen. Anderson of New Mexico proposes reducing next year’s farm program payments by 100 million dollars as part of an amendment to a 1.3 billion dollar farm appropriation. He argues the cut would not harm anyone, while debate opens on the bill and Sen. Russell labels the measure a defense-type cut.
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D-Ga
Nationalist Air Chief to Visit Williams Air Base
Lt. Gen. Wang Shu ming chief of staff of the Nationalist Chinese air force will visit Williams air force base near Chandler Arizona late in June or early July. The base will be inspected during a 20 day tour of U S air installations beginning June 14. Gen Shu ming will be guest of the air force.
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Wang Shu-ming
Williams Air Force Base
Chandler
Ariz
U. S
Shu-ming
Air Force
Boys State selects two to attend Boys Nation in DC
Rex E. Lee of St. Johns and Robert Peyton of Phoenix were chosen today to represent Arizona at Boys Nation in Washington, D.C., next month. The picks were announced at the annual awards assembly by Delmar Leyton, director of Boys State.
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Rex E. Lee
St. Johns
Robert Peyton
Phoenix
Arizona
Boys Nation
Washington, D.C
Delmar Leyton
Boys State
Engineers Clash Over Pima Flood Control Plans
Engineers in the region push back at Army Corps criticism of the county flood control project. County and consulting engineers say Army estimates are higher or costly, with right of way costs and bridge work driving up the Army plan. County plan touted as better value though less expansive, while Army fears higher water capacity.
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Army Engineer Corps
Army
Walter Johannessen
Johannessen
Ellis
Ridgway warns Russia from Utah Beach site in France
Gen. Matthew Ridgway issued a stark warning to the Soviet Union near the Normandy coast where he parachuted on D-Day. As allied commander, he said Stalin’s forces would be destroyed if war comes, stressing Western resolve and a pledge to wage peace while warning the “Lords of communism” against misreading strength. He spoke with his wife Mary by his side at the Normandy pasture where he first landed.
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Matthew B. Ridgway
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Here
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Omaha
City Patrol Cars To Change Color
Tucson officials consider a white gray color scheme for city vehicles. City manager Donald Wolfer said departments recommended painting car tops white to reflect heat and bodies gray, with the idea to be reviewed by the mayor and council.
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Donald Wolfer
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Cooler, Clouds Forecast Temperate Tucson Day
Tomorrow brings mostly clear skies with scattered afternoon clouds and a slight drop in high temperatures. Yesterday Tucson hit 99 degrees with a low of 69. Statewide highs reached 102 at Yuma and Phoenix, down to 67 at Summerhaven on Mt Lemmon.
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Yuma
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Summerhaven
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Potato Prices Jump After Price Ceiling Lift
Washington reports wholesale white potato prices rose by 2 to 4 dollars per hundred pounds overnight after price controls ended. OPS lifted ceilings as Senate exempted fresh produce from controls beginning July 1. Tucson wholesalers expect prices to ease within days once the new Arizona crop arrives. Arizona officials await guidance on a state black market probe.
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Office of Price Stabilization
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Phoenix
California and Carolinas Potatoes Jump in Overnight Quotes
Overnight price movement for U S No 1 size A two inch potatoes from California and the Carolinas shows New York dealers paying $6.28 to $6.31 yesterday. Today quotations rise to $8.50 to $9.50 per hundred pounds, an advance up to $3.22.
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California
Carolinas
U. S
Western Union Seeks 9.3 Percent Rate Hike
Western Union Telegraph Co petitions the government for a 9.3 percent increase in domestic message and money order rates to fund higher wages. The plan, filed with the FCC, would take effect July 6 and may be objected to within 30 days. The company expects about 13.2 million dollars in annual extra revenue. The AFL union backed the move after a 53 day strike, with wage benefits depending on FCC approval.
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Western Union Telegraph Co
Federal Communications Commission
FCC
Western Union
W. U
AFL Commercial Telegraphers Union
War Contract Overcharges Unprosecuted
GAO witness testifies that the Justice Department did not prosecute a civil suit to recover supposed overcharges on war contracts. Bernard M. Baur of Advance Plating Co. was named as the contractor. The committee cited at least 500 million in overcharges and noted a court trial cleared Baur of criminal charges. Holmes Baldridge later notified that the civil suit would not be pursued.
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Washington
George Petser
U.S
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Baur
Boyle
McGrath
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Truman Flies To Reunion With WWI Comrades
President Truman departed Washington at noon aboard The Independence for Springfield Missouri for a final reunion with World War I comrades of the 35th division. He declined a stop at McGrath's home this weekend. The DC-6 flight lasted about five hours in clear, hot weather.
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Truman
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Italy
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Miss Truman
Frank Wright
Laurel
Wright
Europe
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Rodeo Performer Linderman Arrested in Carlsbad
Bud Linderman a rodeo performer from Red Lodge Montana pleaded in nocent to burglary and defrauding an inn keeper. A justice of the peace set a preliminary hearing for 2 p m Monday on a 2500 dollar bond in Carlsbad New Mexico.
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N. M
Bud Linderman
Red Lodge
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Justice of the Peace
Born in Bonanza Farm Fitter Fathered 25 Children
Paducah instrument fitter Orville Morphew, 47, claims a large clan with 25 offspring from five sets of twins and three sets of triplets, plus 10 other children. His Morphew family reunion cost $1,600. he is featured in Atomican, noting relatives across multiple states and armed forces.
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Atalla
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Taft Open to Negotiations on Delegates Ahead of Convention
Sen. Robert A. Taft said he is willing to compromise on contested delegations to the Republican National Convention to avoid a fight before the Chicago credentials committee. He noted potential contests in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Georgia and spoke on Korea policy, urging a strong air force and warning against diverting funds from defense. He suggested Eisenhower’s Abilene speech may have strengthened his presidential prospects and hinted at support for repeal of the Taft Hartley Act.
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Georgia
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Krick Forecasts Rain for Ike Homecoming
Denver scientist Dr. Irving P. Krick known as the Rain maker of the Rockies forecasts rain for General Eisenhower’s homecoming and campaign kickoff in Abilene Kansas. His notes predict showers from June 1 through June 5 with above normal thunderstorm activity.
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Irving P. Krick
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
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Cantinflas Set for New Mexico Appearance at Airport
Cantinflas the renowned Mexican comedian will land at the municipal airport tomorrow at 4 p.m. for a personal appearance. He then heads to Nogales for a bullfight on Sunday. Bull ring manager Pedro Gonzalez invites the public to greet Cantinflas at the airport.
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Hopes Ride High As Steel Talks Go On
Washington (UP) negotiating session between steel company heads and the striking United Steelworkers was delayed four hours to allow management more time after yesterday’s bargaining. John R. Steelman said the delay was at management's request as talks moved toward brass tacks. Senate Leader McFarland tempered optimism, hoping a settlement by Monday, while industry sources warned against overconfidence amid seizure-legislation debates.
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John R. Steelman
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Ernest W. McFarland
Bilt
Congress
Wage Stabilization Board
McFarland
Foreign Aid Fight Resumes in Senate Over Aid Bill
Senate debate resumes on a 6.45 billion foreign aid bill after a House approval 230 to 115. McFarland seeks Senate action while opponents hint at cuts in appropriations. The conference trimmed war-material exports controls and set suspensory power for aid to nations embargoing strategic materials.
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Italy
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Tucson Cowboys Face El Paso Texans In Evening Tilt
Tonight the Tucson Cowboys aim to rebound after four losses in five against border clubs with a 8 p.m. A-T league baseball game against the El Paso Texans at Hi Corbett field. Also on the docket a St. Ambrose carnival at 6 p.m. and several softball and social events around town.
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Campaign methods of Eisenhower and Taft differ starkly
The article notes Eisenhower and Taft employed contrasting campaign methods in the Republican arena. It references index items across pages and sections including politics, culture, finance, and sports, with spot mentions of Rose Island prison camp and gardening by John Harlow.
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