Truman Seeks War Powers Shelved as New Congress Opens
Washington reports indicate President Truman's request for emergency power to reshuffle federal agencies is shelved until the new Congress convenes. Senate Expenditures Chairman McClellan said action is deferred for further study after talks with Charles Wilson, who defended the defense mobilization plan and noted uncertainty about consumer goods cuts.
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Wison
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Clellan
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West Germans Weigh Plan To Trade Soldiers For Freedom
West Germany faces a potential exchange where German soldiers could serve alongside American and Western European forces in a future defense pact in return for lifting occupation controls. Three Allied high commissioners prepare long negotiations after Christmas to replace controls with a Bonn treaty, aiming toward a broader contractual relationship and eventual independence.
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Germany
West Germany
Europe
Moscow
Bonn
Russia
Auto Makers Tie Prices To 1950 Figures In GM Move
General Motors lifted the price freeze on its 1951 models, putting Chevrolet Pontiac and Cadillac back on sale at 1950 prices after an ESA ruling rejection. GM had withheld new cars four days and urged rebates for buyers who paid the higher release prices while seeking wage control clarity from the Wage Stabilization Board.
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General Motors
Washigton
Economic Stabilization Agency
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Stores to Stay Open Late Ahead of Christmas Rush
Winchester retailers plan evening hours until 9 p.m. tomorrow to accommodate last minute shoppers. Merchants report terrific today business and a good merchandise selection. Prices mostly stable with some markdowns seen in toys.
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Winchester
Huge Corporation Tax Bill Approved
A House Senate conference committee approved unanimously a 3.3 billion boost in corporation taxes. The plan adds a 77 percent levy on excess profits and raises the top normal rate to 47 percent with a 25 percent rate on the first 25 000 of earnings. It sets a 62 percent ceiling on total corporate tax and expires the excess profits levy July 1 1953.
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Court rules in CBS color TV plan in color delay
A three judge Federal Court in Chicago rules in favor of CBS color telecasting but pauses the start until April 1. The ruling sustains the FCC approval while delaying color broadcasts and keeps the injunction against starting color telecasts in force pending appeal to the Supreme Court.
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Acheson Faces Questions On Western Europe Commitments
Secretary of State Acheson faces Senate questions on European troop commitments and whether UN members will reinforce Korea. President Truman says pact nations will begin joint training for defense, praising Eisenhower's appointment as boosting European resolve amid doubts from Lodge Smith and Hoover.
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Brussels
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Truman
White House
Free World
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R-Mass
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U. N
Massachusetts
United States
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Herbert Hoover
New York
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Postal Deliveries Slated Tomorrow in Winchester
The Winchester Post Office plans mail deliveries throughout tomorrow with windows open as long as needed. Postmaster Carl Campbell said outgoing Yuletide mail reached 552000 yesterday and may beat last year’s 596250 record. if not finished, Sunday delivery will occur.
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Winchester
Carl Campbell
Campbell
Kernstown Station Burglarized Today
A grand larceny and breaking and entering were committed early today at the Kernstown service station and restaurant owned by Thomas G. Adams. Two cash registers worth over 600 dollars were stolen along with about 200 dollars in small change. Entry likely via the front door left improperly secured by the last employee. Sheriff Robert L. DeHaven is leading the investigation.
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Thomas G. Adams
Frederick County
Robert L. DeHaven
DeHaven
Pearson Expected To Lose Sponsor
The Bo ming Star reports columnist Drew Pearson will lose his radio sponsor Adam Hat Stores after a February 18 contract expiry. Senator McCarthy attacked Pearson, calling him a character assassin, while discussions continue on renewal amid mixed mail from supporters and critics. Pearson indicated no comment but praised his sponsors.
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Boming Star
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Adam Hat Stores, Inc
Doris Fleeson
McCarthy
R-Wis
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Evening Star
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Different Ideas on Casualty Reporting by Tokyo and Washington
A AP report contrasts Tokyo and Washington policies on war casualty disclosure during Korea. Tokyo lists casualties by American divisions for a recent two week period while Washington releases only total figures, citing verification and notification needs and objections to publishing unverified flash reports.
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Tokyo
Douglas MacArthur
Defense Department
Ms Washington
Western Powers Agree to Meet With Russia on Condition
Paris reports indicate Western powers will meet Russia if the agenda broadens beyond Germany to include other world issues. Notes delivered in Moscow propose that U N delegates set the meeting details and agenda, with possible February talks in New York not confirmed.
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Ander A. Gromyko
Christmas Lighting Contest Entrants Reach 18
The 1950 Christmas lighting contest count climbs to 18 entrants with four new houses joining the lineup to vie for 300 dollars in merchandise prizes tonight. Judging will begin after dark by James A. Payne of Winchester Nelson Robinson of Strasburg and Capt. Walter Wolfe of this city. Participants should have displays lit by 6 p.m. New entrants include Mr and Mrs Ralph Hengeveld 135 Latane St T J Calkin 417 W Cork St J T Clevenger 741 Woodland Ave and L J Sjostrom 209 Fairmont Ave. The Chamber of Commerce sponsors the event.
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James A. Payne
Winchester
Nelson Robinson
Strasburg
Walter Wolfe
Ralph Hengeveld
Latane St
T. J. Calkin
Truman Travels Home for Xmas
President Truman departed Washington in snowy weather aboard the four engine plane Independence at 1 08 p m EST to spend Christmas in Independence Missouri. He recorded two Christmas messages before leaving for broadcasting to the American people and to the world on Christmas Eve.
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Truman
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Washington National Airport
Kansas City
Train Auto Wreck injures two New Yorkers near crossing
Mr and Mrs Eben Broet of 920 Culver Road Rochester NY were hospitalized after their car was struck by a northbound train at a US Route crossing. Cumberland Valley division crew said the couple left the engine cab and stood beside the wrecked vehicle before rescue. Both were treated at Martinsburg Hospital.
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Martinsburg
Mercury Reaches 40s as Winter Arrives in Winchester
Winchester welcomes the first winter day with temperatures reaching the 40s. The weatherman cautions optimism as a possible snow may be on the way. A low near 30 is forecast tonight in the northern area with little temperature change expected Saturday.
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Virginia Five Day Weather Outlook
Five day outlook for Virginia calls for rain or snow Tuesday or Wednesday totaling about a quarter to half an inch. Temperatures average near or slightly below normal with a milder day Sunday turning cooler by Monday and warmer by Wednesday.
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Russia Faces Up To Atomic Challenge In Senate Action
Senate appropriations actions on a $20 billion emergency defense bill were driven by Gordon Dean of the Atomic Energy Commission who warned of Russia s intensive atomic energy effort. The hearing covered air defense, deterrence, and rapid armament as Congress seeks to finish differences between Senate and House versions.
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Washington
Russia
Gordon Dean
Atomic Energy Commission
Senate Appropriations Committee
Dean
Senate
House
Senate House
Air Force
Finleter
New Offensive Expected Soon in Korea War
United Nations reports rising Chinese and North Korean attacks in western Korea as General MacArthur warns of a major new drive. Civilians flee besieged beachhead near CHONCHON while Red forces mass along parallel 36 and 38 with a sizable buildup north of Chuncheon and near Youchon.
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New York
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Christmas Day Shooting Match At Stephenson Va
Sunny Shenandoah Valley notices announce a Christmas Day shooting match in Stephenson Virginia starting at 1 PM. Prizes include turkeys and chickens. event sponsored by Stephens City Bigae and Baker Anderson.
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South End Fire CO
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Winchester News
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York Inn
Nature
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Winchester
L. F. Buck McDonald
Baker & Anderson
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