Phototimer Cams Capture IC4A Finish For Cianciabella
New phototimer timing system debuts at the IC4A indoor championships at Madison Square Garden. It records each runner as they reach the finish, providing a continuous finish line image and per runner times, and confirms Cianciabella of Manhattan as the winner over Weslayan’s Bill Brooks by a narrow margin.
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Camerman
Joe Cianciabella
Manhattan
Phototimer
Cianciabella
New York
Madison Square Garden
Bill Brooks
Wesleyan
Peron supporters widen lead in Argentina congress race
Supporters of President Juan D. Peron widened their lead to day in the congressional race, confident they will maintain their two thirds majority. Opposition parties vie for second with Radicals leading rural areas and Buenos Aires, Socialists in second place, while Santa Fe shows a challenge from the Progressive Democrats.
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Buenos Aires
Juan D. Peron
Argentina
Santa Fe
Carolinians Prepare Report For Governors
Carolinians promise Southern governors a progress report on the civil rights revolt. J Strom Thurmond chairs the committee with Walter Brown and Robert M Figg. discussions follow a meeting with Sen J Howard McGrath. NC and SC party leaders weigh the civil rights program amid regional tensions.
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Washington
South Carolina
J. Strom Thurmond
Walter Brown
James F. Byrnes
Robert M. Figg
J. Howard McGrath
D-Ri
Democratic National Committee
William P. Baskin
Truman
Joe Blythe
North Carolina
National Democratic Group
Communists Win Confidence Vote in Prague Parliament
In Prague on March 11 the Czechoslovak Communist government won a unanimous confidence vote in Parliament. Premier Klement Gottwald has secured parliamentary approval within two weeks of seizing power. Chairman Josef David called for the vote and all present deputies raised their hands.
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Prague
Czechoslovakia
Klement Gottwald
Josef David
Filipinos and Their English Surprise Gathers Attention
An embassy profile notes Filipinos’ strong English and diverse styles. Trophy Ocampo recalls locals’ astonishment at Philippine language skills and culture, with anecdotes from wartime work and fashion details highlighting traditional dress like the panuelo and gowns by Ramon Valera.
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Washington
Mar
Trophy Ocampo
Philippines
Trophy
Manila
Cuba
Budyr Trophy
Jesus Ocampo
Ocampo
VSAC
Volunter Social Aid Committee
Bataan
Medal of Freedom
War Department
UNRRA
Narciso Ramos
Filino
United States
Ramon Valera
Fashion at a Manila social event highlights notable attendees
Turner in the Philippines describes guests including Candy Pink Net Mrs Ramos and Conchita Gaston, who recently auditioned for the Metropolitan Opera, in white crepe gowns with floral and sequin embellishments. Trophy wore a white crepe ensemble with flame colored embroidery and a knee slit.
Gen Meyers Case Sent to Jury in Perjury Probe
A civilian jury in Washington hears the case of Maj. Gen. Bennett E. Meyers charged with witness tampering and subordination of perjury. The 52 year old veteran faces accusations tied to payments from Aviation Electric Corp and a plea by his former associate Lamarre who admitted perjury. The panel began deliberations after judge Holtzoff prepared final instructions.
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Washington
Bennett E. Meyers
Air Force
Alexander Holtzoff
Meyers
Senate
Lamarre
Bleriot H. Lamarre
Aviation Electric Corp
Dayton
Ohio
Buc Lamarre
Meyers Trial Ties Loyalty to Dollar Flag Allegations
Prosecutor John Fihelly framed Meyers as betraying the flag of the dollar sign while claiming loyalty to the United States. The defense argued Meyers never lied to the Senate committee, portraying him as an old soldier seeking sympathy. The case centers on Meyers drawing over $150,000 from a plane parts firm while serving during the war.
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Meyers
Chemical Co Office Looted on Cameron Street
Police investigate a Wednesday night break in at Green Chemical Co on Cameron Street. Entry gained by sliding side door, entering the fertilizer area and then the office. About thirty dollars stolen from the office.
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Green Chemical Co
Cameron St
Fertlizier
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