14 Apr 1946
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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1946
Page
1
In Washington on April 13 a surge of opposition to the OPA grew as Rep. Hartley urged moderation to avoid destroying price controls. A 63 member coalition pressed the public to reach lawmakers, while amendments seek to curb OPA powers or end controls in parts of the economy.
War Department to close two West Virginia general hospitals on June 30 along with ten other general and two convalescent hospitals. Newton D. Baker in Martinsburg and Ashford in White Sulphur Springs to close. Officials cite decretion and staff shortages to repurpose medical facilities nationwide.
The Committee of 100 named A C Kinnaman as chairman and John Fravel as organization director to coordinate efforts for a business like form of government in Charleston. Other officers include Robert Spilman Jr Frank R Lyon Jr Zimo Alten and Miss Virginia Atkinson with temporary roles until a formal organizational meeting under the municipal home rule law is held.
Acting Chief Frank clan announced a twilight fire prevention unit in Charleston. Lt. Denver C. Garrett leads bureau activities including surveys and inspections citywide. The unit will map structural features, exits, sprinklers, hydrants, and water outlets to guide fire crews and improve safety.
A Civilian food outlook from the agriculture department warns eastern southern and far western regions will see severe meat shortages in the coming months. Without wartime controls distribution will strain as seasonal livestock marketings fall and exports rise. Per capita supplies of fish poultry eggs milk sugar and vegetables are also expected to shrink in distant areas while the Midwest retains priority.
The Republican national committee called President Truman's first year a period of confusion across international relations and domestic affairs. It claimed he failed to unite Congress, pursued radical experimentation, and paid lip service to the United Nations while withholding policy details on trusteeships and atomic energy, citing several foreign policy examples.
Washington reports the government convened a late night conciliation session to avert a strike by 8000 AFL longshoremen and CLO Local Industrial union. They demand an 18 percent wage increase, threatening two thirds of the nation's refining capacity. Several refineries in Boston New York Philadelphia Baltimore are affected and Cuba shipments divert to avoid warehouse pileups.
UNARA director Flavello Lat Suardia urged Great Britain to allow grain shipments to Europe and pledged U S aid to replenish British stores. He sent telegrams to Prime Minister Atuee and Minister Navi-Baker noting Europe’s emergency and possible shipments in the continent of Kurane amidst wartime strain.
In Tehran April 13 a right wing deputy urged United Nations intervention as the only path to a fair Iranian election amid claims of Russian influence. A Tudeh leader warned of vigorous action to counter alleged terrorism in Mazanderan Gilan and Khorasan. Premier Qavam pledged elections after Soviet withdrawal by May 6.
Washington April 13 1998 The nations soft coal production sharply fell from 13 27 million tons to 850000 tons in the first week of John Lewis strike dragging reconversion industries toward shutdown The Interior Department reported week ending April 13 showing 4000 bituminous mines operated by United Mine Workers and only 200 non union mines active Amid calls for negotiations the government denied plans to seize mines again and progress o n contract talks continued with federal mediators reporting no concrete results
Washington April 1 A House caucus to consider intra party complaints against the Democratic national headquarters is scheduled for next Wednesday after a petition signed by many members calling for action. Some members advocate a form of House closure while others seek scrutiny of leadership.
Holy Week will be marked with Sunrise service at the Capitol area and a Union service at St. Mark's Church. The schedule lists speakers from Christ Church, St. Matthew's, YMCA, Trinity Lutheran, and Baptist churches with musical performances by Harvey and the Mount Vernon choir. The program includes prayers, scripture, and an illuminated cross. broadcast over local radio stations.
United Nations delegates from Poland and Mexico signaled readiness to oppose Franco’s idea of a UN inquiry into alleged German atomic bomb work in Spain. Critics argued the scope must be broader than the Spanish bomb issue and worry about excluding key allies, with Russia and others opposing Franco’s conditions.
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A Moscow Tass radio broadcast claims Russia has renounced privileges in Tran and will withdraw the Red Army. The statement, framed as a policy leadership move, follows last week’s talks with Premier Ahmed Ghuviuti and precedes a Monday U.N. Security Council session on the dispute. London diplomats dispute the explanation as inconclusive.
SHANGHAI April 13 Cher Minipeha, once appointed puppet president for China, was formally tried for six hours and sentenced to death. The judge held the evidence clear against Chen and his ally Wang Ching Wei who led a government in China. Wang died in Japan under mysterious circumstances. his widow is slated for firing on April 15 as Dr Chu Min yi assumes leadership. The verdict will go to Naoking's highest court for automatic appeal.
The House approved a five month induction holiday and extended the draft law to February 15, 1947 but delayed final action on the bill as amendments were readied. A nonrecord vote kept the minimum draft age at 20, while a nonrecorded vote set the holiday near the May to Oct period. Georgia representative Helen Mankin criticized the bill’s changes as gutting it.
In Chungking April 1 article reports the Chinese government offered a compromise with the Communists in Manchuria through the Democratic League. Gen Chen Cheng reportedly agreed to limit government troops if the Communists withdrew and allowed Chiang Kai-shek’s armies to hold Changchun and Harbin.
Gen. Jacob L. Devers asserted that machines do not lessen the importance of ground troops in World War II and in future conflicts. He reported the Army Ground Forces bore 81 percent of battle losses, captured most prisoners, and earned the bulk of heroism medals, while infantry suffered 70 percent of casualties.
David M. Gilling of Memorial Hospitals Assay says letters from civic and labor groups and a telephone survey show Charleston and nearby areas solidly support the proposed 400 bed community hospital. Campaign chair H. J. Snyder notes strong public response to the project aimed at starting the build in the near term with a $2,250,000 goal toward a $4,000,000 facility on Noyes Avenue.
A cryptic report notes naval concerns as Harry seeks funding for a VW run. The text hints at military ties and uncertain support, while a stated “Sure-footed” claim remains odd in this context. The fragment references Pleet-foot and Arnold in unclear roles.
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