Train wreck in Indiana kills four and injures many
State police said a jammed wire in a switch caused the Indiana wreck. Fireman C. A. Wisler and three passengers died, with a dozen or more injured as the locomotive tender and several cars derailed near a small town. An inquest and state railroad officials attended. wire rolls were found along the track.
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Indiare
M. B. Steward
Cass County
John R. Fisher
A. F. McIntyre
Pennsylvania
Fisher
Patchell
C. A. Wisler
Richmond
Ind
Pee Od Raneryn
Marie Kingery
Omo
Walter Pischke
Kokomo
G. Perkinson
Madison
Anderson
N. J. Lamartine
Chmond
Rayburn rules out 20 percent tax cut in talk
Democratic leader Sam Rayburn of Texas told Rotary and Kiwanis clubs in Richmond that a 20 percent tax cut is out of the question and impossible. He urged paying debts and backed aiding the meritorious legislation. He also voiced optimism about U S Soviet relations, saying Russia would not benefit from war and could not be sure of winning.
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Richmond
House of Representatives
Sam Rayburn
Texas
Rotary
Kiwanis Clubs
House
Rayburn
Russia
Britons Released From Kidnapping In Jerusalem
Two Britons held by an underground group in Jerusalem were reported tonight to have been freed. The report comes as authorities confirm the men were abducted earlier in the week and released without incident.
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Jerusalem
PRESSER WANTED BRANNON'S CLEANERS Berryville Ave
Notice lists Brannon s Cleaners location on Berryville Avenue at city limit and a contact phone 7161. Brief classifieds notice appears with date 1-28-1p-21.
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Presser
Brannon’s Cleaners
Berryville Ave
Ralph F. Beaver
S. Braddock
Judge Handley Lived To Age Of 60 Years Bequest Revealed By Newspapers
The obituary notes Judge John Handley died February 15 1895 at Scranton Pa at 60. His will probated February 18 reportedly directed most of his estate to Winchester Virginia with Major Holmes Conrad linked to his plans. Burial followed at Mt Hope Cemetery after services at Christ Episcopal Church.
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John Handley
Winchester
Holmes Conrad
Judge Handley
Conrad
Winchester Times
Andley
Lackawanna County
Pennsyania
Merchants and Mechanics Bank
Scranton
Argenbright Re-elected Leader Of Winchester Fire Dept
William E. Argenbright was re elected for a fifth year as president of the Winchester Volunteer Firemen's Association at the South End Fire Hall. Officers elected include Loryn Crabill and Marion Anderson as vice presidents, Harry J. Parthuri as third vice president, Darr Shine as assistant secretary, and Carson Dettra as treasurer. A wrist watch was presented to Shine for service as secretary. The group discussed applications for paid fire chief, ordered booster hoses, and four disc wheels for the fire alarm system in line with county zoning. The general alarm at Rouss Fire Hall will resume today after a long pause due to illness in the Miller family. The next meeting is set for the 31st at Friendship Fire House.
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William E. Argenbright
Winchester Volunteer Firemen’s Association
South End
Loryn Crabill
Marion Anderson
Reedent
Harry J
Pietiene i Parthur Om
Shine
Darr
Carson Dettra
Argenowright
Argenbright
Rouss
E. W. Miller
Friendship Fire
Tuck Proposes Study Panel On Fishing Rights
Governor Tuck announced a plan to urge a General Assembly resolution creating a three member commission to study Potomac River and lower Chesapeake Bay fishing rights issues. The proposal aims to address problems arising in the area and seeks passage by the upcoming session.
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Richmond
Tuck
General Assembly
Potomac River
Chesapeake Bay
Murray Advises CIO Unions To Go Slow On Demands
CIO President Philip Murray urged unions to reassure the public and promote real collective bargaining in a Washington speech dated January 28. He emphasized patience and measured demands to avoid disruption while seeking progress.
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Murray
CIO
Washinggton
Philip Murray
Appeal sugar ruling faces immediate circuit review
Washington January 28 The order effective immediately follows Judge Letts finding the sugar formula illegal Carl Auerbach chief OPA counsel said the ruling could threaten the entire sugar rationing program He served immediate notice of appeal to the Circuit Court of Appeals
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Washington
Letts
Carl Auerbach
OPA
Circuit Court of Appeals
Fractures Hip In Fall At American Viscose
Chalmers C. Green of Stephens City employed at the American Viscose Corporation in Front Royal fell yesterday afternoon while at work and sustained a fractured hip. He was removed to Winchester Memorial Hospital about 6 o clock, where he was reported this morning to be in satisfactory condition.
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Chalmers C. Green
Stephens City
American Viscose Corporation
Front Royal
Winchester Memorial Hospital
Moore elected president of Winchester and Frederick County Game and Fish Association
Hale C. Moore was elected president at a City Hall meeting, succeeding Creswell Henderson. Officers include Jack R. Brandon as secretary and Boyd Hamman as treasurer with district vice presidents named. Banquet planned for April first with game commission officials as guests.
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Hale C. Moore
Winchester
Frederick County
Boyd Hamman
County Board of Supervisors
County Court House
Women And Children To Be Protected In Palestine Area
Colonial Secretary Arthur Creech Jones told the House of Commons that British women and children in the Palestine area will be protected. He outlined government steps to ensure safety and welfare for civilians amid tensions in the region.
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Palestine Area
London
Arthur Creech Jones
House of Commons
Five Day Weather Outlook for Virginia
Slightly warmer Thursday followed by colder Friday and Saturday. Temperatures reach modest levels with daytime readings higher on Thursday and lower on Friday and Saturday. Precipitation expected around a quarter inch across the period.
Temperature Extremes Report
The report lists today’s high of 62 degrees and low of 37 with a year ago high of 43 and low of 9, reflecting mild overall warmth for the period.
Fiery B 29 crash at Kirtland Field claims 11 lives
Engine trouble believed to trigger the B 29 Superfortress crash near Albuquerque New Mexico killed 11 crew members at Kirtland Field. One survivor rescued by GI firefighters was hospitalized with a fair chance of recovery. Captain Robert F. Bledsoe of El Paso Texas is among the dead. Col Perry M. Hoisington notes smoking engine and possible failure of a second engine. Firemen Isabel Guzman and Eldon Hawkins are cited for bravery in saving another crewman.
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Albuquerque
N. M
Kirtland Field
Cpl
Isabel Guzman
Laredo
Tex
Eldon C. Hawkins
Oxnard
Calif
Perry M. Hoisington
Kirtland
Robert F. Bledsoe
el Paso
Bledsoe
20Th Bomber Command
India
China
Japan
New Anti American Demonstrations Flare Up In Shanghai
A Shanghai rally of 1,500 people mainly students marked the fifteenth anniversary of the 1932 Sino Japanese war. Bitter anti American leaflets circulated and a speaker charged the United States with “robbing Chinese fruits of victory.” A resolution declaring America a satellite was adopted amid applause.
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Shangrai
Japan
America
China
West Up In Arms Over Wheat Order
Senator Reed calls for CCC explanation of a reported priority order moving 31 million bushels of wheat for export amid west railcar shortages and accusations about railroad equipment favoritism.
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West
Washington
Reed
United Nations Postpones Debate on Albania Britain Clash
The United Nations Security Council postponed its open ing debate on Britain's protest against Albania after Albania requested time to send a representative to refute charges over territorial waters.
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Lake Success
N. Y
United Nations Security Council
Great Britain
Albania
Balkan
Bender Proposes 25 Percent Cut Below 1932 Outlay
Rep. Bender of Ohio urges Congress to reduce spending for normal government functions 25 percent below the 1932 outlay. He cites Roosevelt's campaign promises and notes total 1932 spending was 4.948 billion with civil and miscellaneous at 2.641 billion. The plan accompanies broader GOP budget moves on Capitol Hill and a portal to portal pay bill opposition.
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Washington
Bender
Ohio
Congress
Roosevelt
Truman
Lilienthal Heard Again In A Bomb Hearing
The Senate Atomic Committee pressed to define Congress and armed services rights to monitor the new Atomic Control Commission. Chairman Hickenlooper urged a clear ruling before questioning Lilienthal, who faces tough lines from Senator McKellar and a clash over whether Congress will be told in advance or only afterward of commission actions. The hearing, recessed after questions, resumes today.
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Washington
Senate Atomic Committee
Congress
Armed Services
Atomic Control Commission
Hickenlooper
Iowa
David E. Lilienthal
Lilienthal
Knowland
TVA
Michelee Tole
Stennis
Indi
Schellenbach Endorses Labor Policy Study, Fights Dues Bill
Secretary of Labor Schwellenbach and Senator Pepper clashed with Senator Ball over outlawing the union dues check-off. Schwellenbach urged a Senate Labor Committee study commission as urged by President Truman and criticized most pending labor-law bills. Ball Taft and Smith proposed banning the check-off, arguing strikes risk. Schwellenbach countered that unions and employers would still strike regardless. A Ball bill would let firing strikers who refuse a back-to-work offer.
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Washington
Schwellenbach
Pepper
D-Fla
Ball
R-Minn
Senate Labor Committee
Truman
Congress
Taft
Ohio
Smith
Schnellenbach
Tass Criticizes Britain's Stand on Allied Ties
Tass reports that Britain has not formally concluded a U.S. alliance yet the two nations act as a military bloc. It urges Britain to honor the 1942 friendship treaty and coordinate security and economic policy in Europe. The agency cites Bevin’s remarks and a London Daily Worker piece as evidence of tension.
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U.S
Britain
Pravda
Bevin
Winchester's First Combination Store Opens as Sams Italian Grocery
Winchester introduces a new retail option with the opening of Sams Italian Grocery, branding the former Combination Store site as a dedicated Italian market. The move signals a shift toward specialty groceries and local shopping convenience.
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Winchester
Sam's
Harrison urges united stand for peace through economic reform
Rep. Burr Harrison of Virginia tells Shenandoah Valley manufacturers that world peace starts with government restraint and economic recovery. He urges cutting excess spending, reducing the national debt, and curb John L. Lewis to restore government authority. He warns against economic isolationism and Hull treaties backlash.
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Burr Harrison
Virginia
Shenandoah Valley Manufacturers Association
Earl Bunting
O'Sullivan Rubber Company
National Association of Manufacturers
Harrison
John L. Lewis
Prince
Rep. Harrison
H. F Byrd
Wind Star
Nam
Ing
Frenne L. A
James Shirley
Miller Company
Wilbur Krise
Norer J
Ur. Hunting
Frank Armstrong
F. Geery White
Shenandoah Valley
United States
Shangri La Retained for President. Other Camp Transferred
One White House note said Shangri La remains a retreat for President Truman. The second camp near Washington will be turned over to the Maryland League for Crippled Children, with a start date around May 1.
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Washington
White House
Shangri-La
Truman
Catoctin Seeeatee
Maryland League For Crippled Children
United States criticizes Poland pledges as elections proceed
The state department says the Polish provisional government has failed to meet its solemn pledges and accuses it of coercion against democratic elements. It states the United States will maintain relations with Poland for the time being while keeping Bliss Lane and staff in Warsaw and preserving liberty to determine developments.
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Washington
United States
State Department
Marshall
Poland
Am Bliss Lane
Wsaw
Warsa
Rotary Founder Dies At 78 Chicago Lawyer
Paul Harris, who organized the first Rotary Club in 1905 and founded Rotary International, died at 78. A Chicago lawyer, he led Rotary to a world-wide fellowship with more than 259,000 members and served as emeritus president. The club’s purpose centers on service and high standards in business and community life.
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Chicago
Paul Harris
Rotary Club
War Association of Rotary
International
Rotary International
Club
Rotary
Tuck Seeks Dr Pollard Court Attendance
Richmond Virginia January 28 Governor Shire dispatches request urging enforcement of Virginia Conservation law in Tidewater area. The missive names Dr Pollard as a party in the court matter and seeks his presence.
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Tuck
Dr. Pollard
Richmond
Eormer
Shire
Tidewater
Molasses Controls Washington January Price Measures
Government announces price controls on molasses in Washington with details unclear in translation. Officials say measures aim to stabilize supply and curb cost of this essential commodity.
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Washington, Jan
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