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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1946

Page

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Britain’s Role In Greece Hit By Red Radio

The Mastew radio in London denounced British troop presence in Greece as the United Nations Security Council prepared to discuss Russian charges of British interference. British officials voiced confidence in a negotiated solution while Bevin’s approach would depend on Russian statements. The council also planned to investigate British military actions in Indonesia alongside Greek issues, with sessions and adjournments noted.

Britain Greece Red Radio London United Nations Seecurity Council Maxjer Powersj Security Council Moscow Russia Nat Yeaterday Andrei Ptela Ernest Bevin Bevin Tom Connall Senate Foreign Relations Newamen United Nations Organization United Nations Waite States Embly

French Finance Chief Faces Propelling Crisis Amid War Debts

Paris reports indicate France stands on the brink of a severe financial crisis as new finance minister Andre Philip takes office. Inflation looms, currency in circulation tops one billion francs with deficits projected around 946 billion francs, while De Gaulle's resignation shadows political stability. 457 votes support new president Felix Gouin amid widespread economic strain and austerity measures planned to curb inflation and debt.

Paris CNSI Vincent Auriol French Assembly France Felix Goin Charles de Gaulle Gouin Andre Philip Willis Frances

Local notes and names in a fragmented report

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Willie Willis and Mun Hew A svetz with unclear context. The legible items include person names and scattered words, lacking a coherent event, date, or location to form a complete news item.

Basic Pay Rise and Hours Reduced at Carbide Plant

Carbide and Corben Corp announce a 15 percent wage increase retroactive to February for about 5400 employees and a return to a 41 hour week in most locations. Some units stay on an 43 hour schedule due to expansion, with retention for personnel replaced by armed services and those returning from leave. Government approval may be required for the raise.

Carbide and Corben Corp Ani Tokes Furs Charleston Tostiies Punta

England to Aid U S in Japan Occupation Forces

England plans participation in the occupation of Japan to allow reductions in American forces. General MacArthur and Allied leaders outline arrival timings and force composition. The British zone will cover southern Honshu and include troops from the United Kingdom and a Royal Navy squadron. A coordinated effort aims to stabilize postwar Japan while tracking potential security concerns.

Arthur Tokyo Japan Maiut MacArthur Australia New Zealand Fen Joni Northcott Austral Ugion United Kingdom Royal Navy Hi Techurea Hanshu MacArthur Cis Hai China Ain Shire Alam United States

Montgormery to become chief of British General Staff

War Office announces Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery will assume the role of chief of the Imperial General Staff on June 23. The famed commander of El Alamein and other Second World War victories succeeds Field Marshal Alan Brooke. King George VI approves the appointment with formalities noted.

Nazis Terror Policy Linked to Belgian Massacre Claim

A Belgian civilian statement presented to the International Military Tribunal described Nazi terror policies and a massacre of American prisoners of war near St Vith Belgium during the Battle of the Bulge. The testimony outlined mass killings and brutal methods attributed to German forces.

Smuernbere Amervan’ Grigoners Ata Orogsroarls Belgium Bulges International Military Tribunal

Zoning Revisions May Aid Housing

A city government pursues zoning ordinance revisions to increase dwelling units and ease housing shortages. Officials note potential impacts on land use, building density, and tax implications while facing public interest and debate.

Valley's Past Business Marks Broken in 1945

The January Kanawha Commerce notes 1945 eclipsed previous dollar-volume records for Kanawha Valley business. Building permits rose in Charleston, while overall production and shipments faced war-related stoppages and interruptions. Despite dips in some indices, annual totals remained strong, aided by naval ordnance plant activity and continued postwar demand expectations.

Valley Busi Bank Debira Bank Amas Inyk Resouyees le Puscts VMRA Chantelier Charles Greg PMR Osintadt Weytering Naval Ordnance Plant South Charron Oh Ingiance

Bandit Steals $165 From Ruffner Hotel Desk

City police probed a mid sized armed robbery at the Ruffner Hotel yesterday. A blue steel revolver was brandished as the bandit demanded cash from clerk and fled after taking $165 from the drawer. Evelyn Pennington, a telephone operator, described the robber as a man between 30 and 40, about five feet eleven inches tall, wearing a gray overcoat and a hat. Witnesses reported the bandit escaped toward the elevator area as three bellmen yelled dispatches and alarms rang.

Robbe Bolthy Werk Huffner Hotel Esterday Yatilledi Gasun Susi Evelyn Pennington Mise Pennington Borg Ice Randorpteryt Seliel Tee

China’s Unity 21 Feared Conclave Ends Dead in Crash

Fragmented reports detail a chaotic end to Unity 21 talks amid clash between Chiang Kai-shek and Communist factions. A material assembly representation was proposed as the prelude to a broader constitutional framework, with fears of a communist takeover and potential dissolution of the government. The narrative references Enlai and other leaders, plus a transport crash near a summit with casualties and ongoing inquiries.

China Unity Ubang Kai-shek Ran Pimseit

Fragmented OCR note on veterans hospital debate

Fragmented text reports a President being asked about a veterans hospital issue and service concerns. It mentions reporters and a governor or general figure Omar Aradies, with unclear dates and several garbled phrases. The passage lacks coherent facts and readable details beyond the general topic.

Travueaa Pla Sas Tulirrettel Petageel Larter Wardelis Fen Ganler Feremee Nlletnarnk Omar Aradies Veterans Hospitaly

Truman Promises Steel Price Hike

President Truman discusses possible steel price changes amid GM strike talks and wage disputes. CIO head R J Thomas withdraws from negotiations, government officials report stalemate on settlement while price controls and inflation fears arise. OPA prepares data for a potential increase and Continue reading on page 7.

General Motors R. J. Thomas CIO United Auto Workers Thomas Pruman Henry Ford Psead Justi Office of Price Administration Hac Faye Othey Admin Dean Irving Yds Bord Chavirman U.S Garthis Weer OPA Office of Stabilization Administration Office of War Mobilization Coes Krbor

Polish Police Suspected In Political Manners

Secretary of State Byrnes said the Polish security police appeared involved in suppressing political activity. A State Department press release said the remarks aimed to address questions about party restrictions and assurances of free elections, amid concerns raised by Polish officials and other diplomats.

Washington Sixte Byres Todiy Fy Ois Byrnes Seti

AFL Asks All Errant Unions To Come Home

In Miami on January 3 the AFL executive council adjourned after a tense session with no appeal to all labor unions to join the rival federation. William Green announced plans to build or buy a new Washington headquarters while the council weighed the return of John Lewis and 600,000 United Mine Workers and 30,000 laundry and catering workers. Hollywood leaders urged severance amid theatre labor disputes and a proposed ten-point plan for democracy in American unions.

Miami Fla APL Cro Ta AFL William Green Sirueiure Washington John Lewis Uvenary Gafl Uiese Hollywood Carpenters International Association Eric Johnston Motion Picture Producers Assoc Jaet Vantverty Chilaio Federation of Labor Chilentyorate

Dutra Takes Oath As Brazil's Chief

Brazil's Eurico Gaspar Dutra sworn in as the country’s first freely elected president. He vowed an honest democratic government and close cooperation with the United Nations and the United States. Live coverage noted his oath at the Tiradentes Palace and the ceremonial sash transfer from interim President Jose Linhares. The event drew global figures including Fiorello La Guardia.

Rio DE Janeiro Tan Gey Eurico Gaspar Dutra Solid America United Nations United States Gen Diatya T Salemniy Cousier Brazil Dutra Tiradenses Fiorello la Guardia New York U. S Ily Ruuarda Guotes Vonsbyat Lotti Nat Anne

Bomb Test Debate Divides Senate on Civilians and Military Control

The Washington hearing showed Sharp partisan lines as critics warned that diverting atomic energy to civilian use risks military capture. Secretary Wallace urged a civilian commission to oversee the power source, while MeMahon defended military oversight to prevent dictatorship and ensure national security.

Senate Wallace Special Atomic Energy Committee Waulee

Debate on Case Measure Begins

Washington January 31 A strike control bill with strong enforcement powers won a House test vote by a large margin. The Case measure would subject unions to injunctions ban violent picketing and allow civil suits against employers or workers violating labor contracts. It sets up a national mediation board and would bar strikes for 30 days while disputes are examined. Debate continues with party splits and mixed support from labor allies and opponents.

Washington Chamber Truman Rep. Case R.S. D House Senate iCase Truwau House Labor Committee Vale Sabath D-Ina Nf Rep Marrantonio Ada-N Walt, Wolf Howard Smith Jd-Varee CIO Wolf

Army Has Better Bomb Than Bridge Blaster

The Army air forces say new guided bombs using radar and television guidance are ready for experiments. An Experimental Guided Missile Group at Eglin Field, Florida, under Cpl Harvey W Alvess, includes 715 enlisted men and 180 officers. Weapons will be tested at Wright Field Dayton, while development and refinement continue.

Washington Army Air Forces Ahers Fol Eghity Field Fla Cpl Harvey W Anit Wright Field Dayton

Garretin Release Cited by Blan Arnold in 1943

A cryptic note from The Garétin dated 1943 credits Blan Arnold with “contacting” the moon and hints at a dramatic arts context. The misspelled or stylized phrasing suggests a fragment from a theater program or promotional piece for Jingling the News.

Ahmed Blan Arnold the Garétin

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