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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1947
Page
1
The Agriculture Department set a 1948 wheat planting goal of at least 75 million acres, aiming to sustain large grain shipments abroad through fall 1949. The plan urges soil-conserving retirements of overworked land, despite a higher target than 1947.
Ford Motor Co offered to waive Taft Hartley court protection for union contract violators in a bid to avert a walkout by 107 000 CIO UAW workers. Henry Ford II delivered the proposal to CIO chief Philip Murray as the UAW CIO International executive board prepared to meet to consider a strike resolution.
Fire destroyed 30,000 bushels of wheat and caused about 100000 dollars in damage at the Clinton Grain Co in Wilmington. Fire departments from Wilmington and Clinton County Airfield helped prevent spread to nearby buildings.
Harry B. Hawes former Democratic U S Senator from Missouri died Thursday at age 77. He served in the Senate earlier in his career and was a notable political figure.
Sam Simmons argues the United Nations may fail in its mission and that mankind lacks a habit of cooperation. He notes deep political divides in West Virginia and across the country, citing civil strife and diverse opinions as obstacles to harmony. He urges minimal contact and strict boundary keeping to preserve good will.
Governor Thomas E. Dewey returned from a western tour confident he leads Taft and rivals for the Republican presidential nomination. He closed a 6,500 mile trip in Detroit after talks with six district leaders and Michigan officials Arthur Summerfield and John Wagner. Dewey’s aides said the journey strengthened his bid for delegates at the 1948 convention.
The American Steel and Wire Co a U S Steel subsidiary announced price hikes from five to seven dollars per ton on finished steel products. The five dollar rise applied to manufacturers wire and bale ties while the seven dollar increase covered cold rolled strip galvanized farm fencing barred and twisted wire cold finished bars hot rolled strip wire rods and all nails and staples.
Health authorities checked 34 children at a fresh air camp in Howland Township operated by Warren and Niles Kiwanis Clubs as scarlet fever cases rose to three. Nurse Winifred Kline said visitors brought the illness into camp.
Seven B 29 Superforts on a Tokyo to Washington flight were 20 miles west of Toledo at 8 25 a m the Cleveland Airport airway control center reported. The lead plane said the formation was flying at 1000 feet.
Charles Piazza a 24 year old resident of Cleveland Heights drowned yesterday while swimming in Lake Er ie near East 185th Street East Cleveland caught by an undertow wedged between rocks his body recovered by rescuers from the lake shore authorities said.
Forecast calls for near normal temperatures with highs around 75 and lows near 60. Cool Saturday, warmer Sunday and Monday, cooler Tuesday, little change Wednesday, with about 0.2 inch precipitation as scattered showers and thunderstorms around Tuesday.
Netherlands ambassador Eelco N. Van Kleffens told the United Nations Security Council that The Hague accepts Washington’s mediation offer to end the undeclared war in Indonesia. He said the government is ready to enter consultations with U.S. officials immediately, a surprise move as the council debated Indonesian issues.
Quincy Beltram, accused by union officials of telling his 17 workers that wage hikes were sinful unless divinely authorized, agreed to permit unionization after appearing before the New Jersey State Mediation Board. He admitted dismissing 11 employees for union activity and cited a Biblical quote to justify his actions. Union pickets displayed placards quoting scripture in the dispute.
Springfield arguments on final briefs in disbarment proceedings against Jerome A. Nevius a 36 year old former Clark County prosecutor will be heard August 21. Nevius now serving one to ten years in the Ohio Penitentiary for accepting bribes rested the case after calling six character witnesses in an attempt to save his legal career amid charges of moral turpitude misconduct and unprofessional conduct in office.
Senator Robert A. Taft, backed by Ohio Republicans, blasted Truman’s policies in a large homecoming rally broadcast on CBS. He spoke against foreign policy, urged selective aid, and defended congressional achievements before beginning a five week Canadian vacation with Bricker.
In Columbus police reported two threatening calls to Senator John W. Bricker, one to his Upper Arlington home and another to his law office. Bricker faced added protection at a Republican dinner honoring Senator Taft as detectives surrounded him and escorted him from the Neil House.
Prosecuting Attorney John C. Ferguson said no charges were filed after a farmer near Junction City fired a shotgun at two young women who allegedly took apples from his orchard. Norma Ray and Tootie Gotte, both 20 and from Junction City, were struck by pellets.
Robert Leo pold aged 10 died yesterday after his head was crushed by an elevator while he and playmates climbed inside an empty Columbus warehouse. Police reported the tragedy occurred during a kid’s exploration and the incident is under investigation.
The U S Air Force showcased its prowess on its 40th birthday calling airmen worldwide to set records open bases and speak at events The B 29 Dream Boat flew 10 000 kilometers in 22 hours 27 minutes averaging 277 mph on a round trip between Patterson Field and Benson Arizona surpassing the 1939 French record.
A Cincinnati oral surgeon warned that sugar in bubble gum and soft drinks causes most bad teeth in children. He spoke at the 29th convention of the American Society of Oral Surgeons, urging dental care to prevent decay.
The Ohio Attorney General announced a suit by publication against the most Worshipful Titus Grand Lodge AF and AM of Mansfield charging misuse of its corporate rights. The action was filed at the request of the Grand Lodge of Ohio Free and Accepted Masons.
Mansfield report states Roger W. Lomax 35, manager of a coal and cement block company, was buried under 40 feet of sand in a bin at his plant while trying to free a sand clog.
The estate of Stanley McCormick son of Cyrus McCormick was closed by Probate Judge William F. Waugh. Final accounting shows assets valued between 35 and 40 million dollars.
John W. Meyer publicity man for Howard Hughes arrived sleepy-eyed to testify before the Senate War Investigating committee but was excused until later in the day. The subcommittee plans to question two Army officers alongside Meyer on parties connected to multi million dollar airplane contracts. Meyer said he had not slept for three days and might not be called until tomorrow.
London reports forecast immediate large-scale cuts in Britain's meager rations as cabinet ministers study crisis plans. Attlee to disclose details in the House of Commons next Wednesday amid warnings of deep cuts in meat butter grain and tinned foods. Britain seeks US loan relaxation to ease food imports.
General Omar Bradley ordered a review of the $772,702,845 veterans' hospital construction program after contractors' bids ran 15 to 35 percent above estimates. The Veterans Administration cited a 15 to 30 percent fear contingency cushion in bids and said costs have outdistanced funds.
An early morning blast at United Fireworks Co in Dayton destroyed eight sheds and shattered windows in nearby homes. No injuries reported. The fire, felt three miles away, prompted an improvised fireworks display for residents. Night guard Charles Fox was unharmed. Three fire companies battled the blaze. damage undetermined. Sheriff deputies suspect a trash barrel near a shed as the origin. Walter Beacher, owner, was en route home from Canada. his sons could not comment.
Three veteran University of Alaska students completed a 17 day trek from Wonder Lake Camp to Mount McKinley 20270 feet high and back claiming the fastest ascent on record and the first North American peak climb since 1932 Gordon Herreid 22 from Santa Maria California Frank Mills 20 Cincinnati and Henry Daub 23 Boston led the expedition in FAIRBANKS ALASKA.
Fire destroyed a large barn on the American Rolling Mill Co farm near Middletown last night. Damage was estimated at $12,000.
In Jerusalem the British Hampshire Regiment HQ was hit by grenades and mortars. one attacker died and two others were captured. Meanwhile in Tel Aviv, shootings left five Jews dead and many wounded as authorities probe possible links to the Irgun Zvai Leumi incitement after the soldiers’ hanging.
Charles Ervin Williams, 33, died in a house fire at his Reynoldsburg to Gahanna residence. Deputies say he fell asleep in bed while smoking.
Ulysses Sigel Webb 83 former California attorney general from 1902 to 1938 died in San Francisco He ruled that draw poker is a game of skill during his long public career.
General Jacob L. Devers told a Newark audience that the atom bomb probably will never be used in future warfare. He warned an atomic slugging match would follow if it were used and urged reliance on a balanced force, praising air power while noting dangers of overreliance on it.
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