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Communist soldiers force entry into home of Amb Stuart, Nanking; State Dept orders protest; Stuart illus; his rept to State Dept
Sen Vandenberg says leaders hold key to world peace, s, NYC
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Ten Administration stalwarts, introducing in both houses of Congress the omnibus bill to carry out President Truman's national health program, said today that its provision for universal medical insurance offered the only democratic approach to a demonstrated national need.
Medina clashes with defense counsel; takes recess to prevent them from goading him into action that might be regrettable; clash comes during Herron cross-exam on use of Marxist-Leninist books at CP schools as texts for practical application
1949Carlos Bianchi, Argentinian footballer and manager[†]
Carlos Bianchi, nicknamed El Virrey, is an Argentine former football player and manager. A prolific goalscorer, although he had a bright career as a forward in Argentina and France, Bianchi is best known as one of the most successful coaches of all time managing Vélez Sarsfield and Boca Juniors to a great number of titles each. Bianchi is the only coach to win four Copa Libertadores.
1949Jerry Blackwell, American wrestler (died 1995)[†]
Jerry Blackwell was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name "Crusher" Jerry Blackwell. Blackwell competed in the 1979 World's Strongest Man contest, but withdrew early in the competition due to an injury. He was a main event star in the American Wrestling Association where he feuded with Mad Dog Vachon, Hulk Hogan, The Crusher, Bruiser Brody and Sheik Adnan Al-Kaissey.