What happened in March 1952?
The top front-page story of each day in March 1952, as it was reported at the time. Click a date to see that day’s full front page and the matching birthday books.
- Mar 1🚢 Mariner Class Launched – First of Mariner Class launched at Chester Shipyard; 563-foot cargo vessels expected to be fastest in world service.
- Mar 2🌍 NATO Growth Milestone – The Lisbon Conference marks significant progress in NATO's development, strengthening defense in Western Europe since 1949.
- Mar 3🎶 Opera by Handel Premieres – Lehman Engel conducts U.S. premiere of Handel's 1712 opera 'Il Pastor Fido' in concert form for Friends of Music.
- Mar 4🔬 New Cancer Treatment – A new X-ray method using a concentrated high voltage beam to combat cancer was developed and presented at a conference in Cincinnati.
- Mar 5🔬 Cancer Cure Clue – Rockefeller scientists discover a method to turn tumors into healthy tissue, offering hope for future cancer treatments.
- Mar 6🌍 Allied Sea Games Success – Exercises in the Mediterranean by four powers demonstrate that language is no barrier to cooperation.
- Mar 7🎨 Riviera's Concerto Premiered – Szell leads Philharmonic in the first U.S. performance of Riviera's piano concerto, showcasing new musical talent.
- Mar 8📈 Sugar Prices Surge – Sugar prices reach their highest level since 1949, with Puerto Rican sugar sold at 6.2 cents per pound.
- Mar 9🌍 NATO Reorganization Planned – A streamlined NATO structure is set to be established in Paris, enhancing the alliance's powers and effectiveness.
- Mar 10🔬 New Device for Uranium – A new 'Scintillation Probe' is developed to replace Geiger counters, enhancing the detection of gamma rays in uranium searches.
- Mar 11🌍 Guatemala Labor Agreement – Guatemala's labor and United Fruit reach a wage compromise, halting the auction of U.S.-owned banana lands.
- Mar 12🐦 Pope's Private Moments – Pope shares his solitude with birds while dining alone, highlighting a unique aspect of his daily life.
- Mar 13🎨 Art Exhibition Today – An exhibition featuring various styles of sculpture, watercolors, and drawings is set to open at the Whitney Museum.
- Mar 14🏆 Billiards World Record – Bozeman defeats Crane in a historic 23-inning match, setting a record low for the World Tournament in 3-cushion billiards.
- Mar 15🏡 Housing Aid Approved – Senate bill allocates $52 million to the 'Fannie May' fund for housing loans in 17 states, aiding defense areas.
- Mar 16🔬 Blood Plasma Substitute Found – Scientists discover a new blood plasma substitute using red cells, enhancing life-saving capabilities.
- Mar 17🏛️ West Point Marks 150 Years – West Point celebrates its 150th anniversary with a ceremony highlighting its historical significance and contributions.
- Mar 18🌾 Burmese Peasants Empowered – New regime in Burma plans to allow peasants to manage export and marketing of a significant portion of the rice crop.
- Mar 19🔬 New Metals Machining – Electro-mechanical processes are introduced for shaping super-hard materials, marking a significant advancement in engineering techniques.
- Mar 20🌋 Volcano Rises Off Luzon – A submarine volcano off the northeast tip of Luzon is reported rising, while Hibok-Hibok spurts again.
- Mar 21🔬 Atoms Split at Premiere – The 'Overture to Nuclear Reactor' premiered at Oak Ridge, showcasing advancements in nuclear science and technology.
- Mar 22🌍 U.N. Offers Aid – U.N. offers medical assistance to North Korea to combat epidemics affecting enemy combatants.
- Mar 23🌪️ Tornado Deaths Rise – Tornadoes across six states leave over 200 dead and 2,500 injured, causing widespread destruction and significant financial losses.
- Mar 24🌪️ Tornado Relief Efforts – Cold weather hampers relief efforts in tornado-stricken areas, where 233 deaths are reported and thousands are homeless.
- Mar 25🌪️ Red Cross Aid for Tornado – Red Cross accelerates aid for over 2,000 families affected by tornadoes across six states, launching a rehabilitation program.
- Mar 26🏛️ Moscow Talks Expected – 450 delegates are expected at Moscow for economic talks on April 3, with hopes for practical results.
- Mar 27🏛️ Senate Extends Controls – Senate committee approves a one-year extension of economic controls, falling short of the full extension sought by the administration.
- Mar 28🌸 Flowers Welcome Spring – 4,000 hyacinths are planted at Rockefeller Center as spring arrives, while skaters enjoy the ice nearby.
- Mar 29🏊 Davies Sets Record – Davies sets a new world record in the 200-yard breaststroke at the NCAA Swim Meet, clocking 2:12.9.
- Mar 30🏛️ Museum Plans Building – Non-Objective Painting Institution to file plans for new building, with Hilla Rebay as Director Emeritus.
- Mar 31🏛️ Pope Blesses Crowd – Pope Pius concludes 'Week of Faith' with a twilight ceremony, blessing a large gathering in Rome.
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