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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1949

Page

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Reds Reported Ready to Ease Reich Cold War

Berlin reports claim Soviet Russia may propose a German settlement including Berlin blockade relief if Germany is kept out of the North Atlantic alliance. Officials deny new overtures while some consular agents say they hear rumors. The situation remains unsettled as authorities assess possible moves.

Reds Berlin Anril Russia Ting Germany North Atlantic Alliance Wes Lucius de Mtery Gove OT

Britain Denounces Trials of Clergy

Britain denounces clerical trials and voices concern over church leaders facing prosecution. Officials urge restraint and call for fair treatment amid ongoing controversy affecting religious institutions and public trust.

Britain

Trial Officer Denies Brutality in Malmedy Nazi Case

In a Washington hearing, an American Army officer conceded mock trials were staged but denied brutality was used to extract confessions from German storm troops in the Malmedy massacre case. Sen McCarthy questioned the board's whitewash over Army facts.

Washington Malmedy Europe Sen. McCarthy JR Wis Senate Sam James Arkee U.S. Army Bailey

Kirk Is Given Moscow Post

Truman today named an ambassador to Belgium as a possible American response to Soviet peace negotiations. The report notes political tensions in Washington and mentions a Moscow posting amid diplomatic rearrangements.

Kirk Moscow Post Ashington Rins Truman Eressing Belgium Russia Beatle

Acheson Details U.S. Aid to China

Secretary of State Acheson outlines U.S. aid to China including specific figures and allocations noted in a 1950s briefing. The report highlights the scale of assistance and its context within Cold War policy and East Asia relations.

Acheson U.S China

Protestant Churches Plan Giant Evangelical Campaign Next Year

A New York report describes the Protestant churches of America planning their largest evangelistic effort yet for the coming year. The article notes a nationwide drive, the aim of uniting churches, and a pledge to expand religious outreach beyond previous campaigns despite a call for a stronger sense of justice.

Protestant Churches New York Protestant Churches of America

Air Chief Urges United Air Force Front

Air Secretary W. Stuert Syming stressed unity in the armed forces during a spring dinner address in Charleston. He dismissed rumors of air superiority and urged stronger cooperation to ensure national security amid widespread civic leadership presence.

Air Force City W. Stuart Symington U.S. Air Force West W. Stuert Symingin Oi Commerce West- Boone Bood Eny Lee Syminzion Air Force Belt U.S

Board Rules Out Hiring Hall Plan in NLRB Decision

The NLRB ruling favors union members over non union workers for job opportunities amid a dispute over a hiring hall plan associated with a Great Lakes division. The decision was appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals in New York with a deadline set for early June.

Tsiers Eganst NLRB Joos

Entry of War Orphans Outside Quotas Proposed

Washington proposes admitting war orphans beyond existing quotas. The plan aims to ease displacement by allowing eligible children to enter the country regardless of current limits. Affected agencies seek swift action and policy adjustments.

Washington

Communists Attack Yangtze Bridgeheads Amid Naval Casualties

Reports from Shanghai state a British warship the Black Swan was shelled with 15 or more casualties and 26 dead among other ships. Forty five British sailors were wounded as Chinese forces pressed a broader river campaign near Shanghai and southern China.

Yangtze River Sloco China Jerth Toll London Consort Amethyst Shanghai

Major Chinese Civil War Offensive Sparks 400 Mile Front

Nanking reports a renewed Communist assault across more than 400 miles of the Yangtze valley as peace talks fail. Describe fighting near Pukow and surrounding towns with Nationalist and Communist forces engaging across the front.

Nanking I— Ching Yangtze Valley Pukow

Page 16 Column 2 Reference

In a brief, unclear line the notice mentions page 16 column 2 with phrases related to Uma and ease. The readable fragment suggests a cross reference or instruction rather than a full event. No names, dates, or locations are clearly identified in the legible text.

German Demands Hands Off Policy

In Hannover reports indicate German authorities press for a hands off policy amid political tensions. The piece notes unclear details and directs readers to Page 16 for continuing coverage.

Hannover Germ Briain

Economic Barometer Signals Sharp Decline in Jobs and Wages

Federal report shows factory employment drop and lower wages. economy faces potential depression unless business plans slash investment by about 46 percent. Fed notes loans fall, indicating reduced consumer and merchant activity. economists warn of a downturn if expansion stalls.

Wuekelo Easugs New York

Sims Ordered Before Court

A court order references Sims in a matter involving state allocations and the equipment fund. The filing notes urgency due to public interest and a sum of six hundred thousand dollars linked to the case. Details are unclear from the fragmentary text.

Ong Sie Ang Partlow

Robeson Says Negroes Won't Fight Russians

Fragmentary newspaper item quotes Robeson asserting that African Americans would not fight Russians. The text is garbled and hard to confirm but hints at a political stance during wartime debates.

Robeson

Bricker Talks Housing Bill Opposed By Taxes and Ridge

Senator Bricker argues the housing bill would not aid taxpayers and warns the measure risks segregation. He says public housing provisions could push up costs and distort aid, while accusing Congress of overreach.

Sen. Bricker Ohio

Bleachers Go Up At Baseball Park

A row of permanent seats was installed at the baseball park with about 1000 beans noted in the account. Local officials reported the work completed and ready for use.

Baseball Roy Manent

Congressman Killed In Jet Plane Crash

Washington reports the death of a congressman in a jet airplane crash near the river area. Officials confirm the fatal incident and ongoing investigations.

U S Denies Smog Causing Hiness Headlines

City officials report a national denial of smog as a cause of Hiness, with officials directing readers to page 14 for continued coverage and details. The brief notes the disagreement over air quality causes and regulatory responses.

Bob Hope Air Tour Describes Cross Country Flight

Bob Hope writes aboard the Pale Face Special at 15000 feet describing a cross country tour with Doris Day Irene Ryan Billy Farrell Les Brown and their orchestra. They plan 24 performances in 16 days starting in Phoenix Arizona with fast work pace and a lighthearted note on safety.

Doris Dar Iy Averback Irene Ryan Billy Farrell Les Brown The Titans Yours Truly Phoenix Ariz Doris Day

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