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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1952
Page
10
Carey and two Democrats join the radio event with robust songs as WCHS and the Charleston Gazette host the 14th annual Gilt Basket fundraiser for Christmas baskets. Listeners can pledge by dialing 580 or deliver at Virginia and Truslow streets. Last chance to enter the "Tag The Car" contest for a 1953 auto over $2,500.
Investigators press on in the Brink's heist case with eight Halloween masked suspects. Judge McCarthy sets bail at 3000 for Vincent Costa and Thomas Richardson as contempt charges loom over grand jury refusals to testify. FBI names a hoodlum connected to the investigation and warns of potential threats to prosecutors. O'Keefe's contempt ruling awaits next Tuesday.
Officials warned shortages exist for artillery shells and newer munitions, while general stocks could support current operations. General details cited include delays after World War II, underestimation of wartime needs, and a push for a two thirds rise in delivery of a specific ammo type. A separate fire incident caused damage near a residence, with four trucks responding.
Police reported a two car collision at Lee and Clendenin in Sts last night injuring Sylvester Moore 25 of Cinco and his mother Dolly Moore 139 with chest and back injuries. Moore the driver was taken to McMillan Hospital with serious injuries while A S Edens 28 of 255 B Newhouse Dr escaped injury. Both cars were demolished and valued at about 1000 each.
Schenectady police took John Joseph Messina into custody in connection with the Monday robbery of an American Express auditor. The theft totaled about $68,090 in cash money orders and travelers checks, with roughly $49,090 recovered. two other men, Rocky Baldassare and Vincent Donate, were previously arrested. Messina waived examination for the grand jury.
A hospital ward incident on December 6 involved two attendants who reportedly left work after losing control while handling about 60 male patients. Officials said no serious injuries occurred and police made no arrests. Doctor Tait said the attendant lost his nerve. state authorities vowed full reporting and investigation.
General Ridgway urges modern NATO members to meet full military requirements and accept civilian-led critique of defense plans. He says the defense of all European nations is his responsibility, and civil authorities must inform the public about potential failures and needed actions.
The court hears a blanket denial from Lattimore as criticism of press coverage surrounds the arraignment. Attorney Arnold challenges Justice Department reporting while Judge Kirkland warns against contempt. Lattimore remains a defendant amid continuing proceedings and a scheduled motion.
United Nations General Assembly Special Political Committee rejected a package to admit five Soviet allies. The 20 to 28 vote with one abstention blocked the plan and urged the Security Council to grant membership to Libya and Jordan instead.
Mrs Elin Ap Pel, an anti Nazi underground figure in Denmark during World War II, addressed the peace congress as a neutral. She accused the United States of aggression and argued the Atlantic bloc was dominated by Russia. Observers noted heavy Soviet influence on the event.
Parents Royt and Warie Brodie visit their twin sons in a nursery where one child, Roger, remains in a coma after a two hour operation. Doctors warn survival is uncertain as brain function is severely damaged and ongoing care includes oxygen therapy and potential brain surgery. Barbera Ann is the newborn sister. the family, living in East Moline, expresses faith and gratitude toward the medical staff.
Forecasters warn arctic air masses will bring extensive cloud cover and rain across the East and South, with snow in the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes. Western regions face cloudy spells with some wintry mix, while the Great Plains, Great Lakes, Northern New York and New England will see freezing temperatures as precipitation enters late today.
In Seattle on December 19, John am, a janitor, left nearly all his estate to charities for the blind in West Germany if the nation remains free. The will directs a Seattle bank to hold funds in trust with income for designated charities, and if Germany falls, money goes to refugees. The bequest totals about 330,000 dollars.
A childlike plea asks Santa for toys and a wagon while Sharon and Sheila claim they have been good. The Gazette shifts its policy and with staff contributions buys toys and a wagon, with a Gazette truck driver delivering gifts.
Testimony at the Crime Commission hearings portrays mayor Toado Kenny and 10 Jersey City officials as entangled with waterfront corruption. Witness Richard J. McGrath alleges payments and favors tied to stevedoring profits, while Kenny denies charges and refuses to appear. Another witness, Vincent Marchese, admits cash handouts but claims personal use.
Taft secures potential path to the presidency pro tempore of the Senate after Sen. Carlson signals support if a majority favors Taft. Eisenhower aides seek unity, while some aides warn the move could spell trouble with Ike over cabinet choices and party strategy.
Allied planes report skirmishes west of Korangpo with casualties and a stalled front as North Korean groups press Allied positions near Lake Gooks Castle. In Charleston, West Virginia, the State Turnpike Commission approves bills totaling about 30 000 for delays and hires, while negotiating additional fees and contemplating paving options and route studies for a four lane expressway through Flat Top Mountain and beyond Princeton.
President-elect Eisenhower announces three defense chiefs and a top aide from General Motors as he begins staffing the new administration. Rumors swirl of other senior appointments while plans for price and wage controls are reviewed ahead of the State of the Union.
Franco told an interview at Pardo Palace that Spain and the United States should closely cooperate to defeat Communism. He supported fighting in Korea by volunteers, favored European focus for Spain's major anti Communist role, and warned Soviet agents manipulated uprisings in North Africa. He urged U.S. economic aid to pressure Soviets from conquered markets.
Florio, an AFL International Longshoremen’s Association organizer, received a 16 month sentence and five years probation after pleading guilty to perjury before a New York grand jury. He earlier testified he had not received two $1,000 checks from a stevedoring firm’s president, then corrected the record after learning of another witness’s claim about the checks. District Judge Irving R Kaufman presided, noting a potential maximum penalty of 11 years and or $10,900 fine if the plea had failed.
Tokyo reports the Japanese Diet was told that most American advisers with the National Safety Corps would be withdrawn next August while some would remain after Italy’s government reshuffle.
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