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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1948
Page
9
Carlos S. Valenzuela, Fry, and Marion E. Standard, Lowell, have enlisted in the army through the local recruiting station.
The Air Force orders 28 C 124 Sky Freighters to support long range bombers. Each carries 222 troops or 25 tons, runs 2,400 miles without refueling, and includes a nose ramp for heavy equipment. The aircraft, built by Douglas, is 173 ft 3 in wingspan and 127 ft 2 in long, with 3,500 hp engines and hospital conversion capacity.
The United States will shift the 36th fighter wing from Albrook Field Panama to Germany by Aug 15, doubling existing P 47 strength. The wing brings 75 jet capable aircraft and expands the first organized jet interceptors presence in Europe. Col. Henry R. Spicer leads as wing commander.
Heating and cooling installation and maintenance of gas appliances offered. Change over to LPG or natural gas available. Contact Mike Bustamante at phone 7269.
The House approved a compromise bill to admit up to 205,000 displaced Europeans into the United States over the next two years. The measure passed by voice vote after a bid to refer it back to committee failed 266 to 133. Rail and transport readiness push refugee arrivals to next fall. Rep. Fellows noted mixed feelings but called it the best solution.
Investigation continues after a United Airlines plane crashed near Philipsburg Pennsylvania. Officials describe complete disintegration and plan a two week review to determine if a hearing is needed. Passengers and crew belongings, including a wallet with $1024 and a baby’s purse, were recovered.
The Mt Lemmon Lodge promotes daily all expense bus trips to the mountain resort. Fare includes transportation sight seeing stops and meals at the lodge. Reservations can be made by phone.
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