Five die in Gary fire after beds ignite on second floor
Five members of the Bratton family die in an early morning blaze in a two story Gary frame house. Mrs Mildred Bratton 32 and her three daughters Louise 11 Kate 9 Lilly and grandmother Mrs Mattie Cox Atvearselel perished. Unharmed were Roy Bratten and two other sons. The fire started from a gasoline spill after a fishing trip and a coal stove ignition. Bratton shouted for his wife and children to escape but none answered.
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Senator Plans New Alien Bill to Overhaul Immigration
Senator McCarran, chair of the Judiciary Committee, said he will introduce a bill this week to completely revise U S immigration laws. He criticized current entry rules as a conglom erate of amendments, and stressed a careful screening system plus citizenship requirements for emigrants.
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Dec
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Suspect Quizzed In Fatal Flames
One suspect held for questioning in a fatal blaze that killed Edward Grant Archibald. The fire on Kepip Avenue started after a cigarette ignited the front room, trapping Archibald and injuring others who escaped through a front door. Fire damage extended to an adjacent house. investigation named Mrs Pinkie over as possible connection. Archibald’s boy identified.
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Inside Today Future Seare You Predict Your Own
A garbled OCR piece notes future reading and personal predictions with sporadic names and scattered phrases. It references pages and sections, hinting at advice or entertainment content, but specifics are unclear.
Will Europe Defend Self Solons Ask
Washington December 31 Three Republican Senators pressed President Truman to state how ready Western Europe is to defend itself against aggression. Senator Wherry questioned Europe’s readiness and why the US should fund foot soldiers for their defense amid Atlantic Pact plans for a 1,000,000 man force by 1953. Senator Watkins criticized the North Atlantic Defense Treaty while urging a broader stance on Korea.
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House to Hold Session on War Legislation Finances
Washington December 31 The House faces an unprecedented New Year’s Day session to clear war emergency bills driven by an excess profits tax and an emergency defense appropriation of about 20 billion dollars. The Senate will act next, with conference committees reconciling Senate and House versions on several major items.
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City Surgeon Dr E F Gatt Dies at 63 in St Albans
Dr Ernest Fred Gatt aged 63 a prominent Charleston area surgeon died yesterday at his summer home in St Albans after a long career in medicine and service as chief surgeon at Kanawha Valley Hospital He served as examining physician in the State Compensation Department during the Neely administration and held wartime service as a first lieutenant on a transport ship He moved from Princeton to St Albans in 1979 and to Charleston later Surviving are his wife Mrs Ma Gatt and other relatives Obituary continues on page 2 column 2
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Pease
New Civilian Curbs Go in Effect Today
Washington December 31 The government imposes seven critical material controls copper zinc tin natural rubber nickel aluminum cobalt with NRF orders auto radio and TV output to fall sharply amid tighter allocations for defense needs. Officials say 60 percent cut in radio and TV production likely as synthetic rubber usage rises and materials mix shifts across consumer goods.
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World Welcomes 1951 Amid War End Hope and Prayer
Across the globe crowds welcomed the new year with hope for peace while others prayed at churches and observed somber reflection. American churches designated a day of prayer and ministers urged spiritual strength to curb aggression as revelers filled cities from Broadway to Berlin and Paris.
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Commonwealth Nations to convene talks on armament drive
London reports that British Commonwealth leaders plan a Thursday conference to align defense plans with the Atlantic Pact aims. Attlee will host at Number Ten with attendees including St Laurent Menzies Nehru and D S Senanayake. Malan and Khan are noted officials.
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Page Two Col LY Turns Spotlight on Local Developments
A compact column on page two highlights ongoing local developments with notes on community projects, upcoming meetings, and key figures involved. The piece emphasizes civic progress, scheduling, and the roles of residents and organizations shaping the town’s near-term plans.
Holiday Mishaps Leave Five Dead in Kanawha County
Kanawha County marks a grim New Year with five deaths from violent incidents and traffic accidents. A fourth house fire claimed a Dunbar man, identified as Edward Archibald, age unknown, found burned at 1725 Kemp Avenue. Crowds celebrated New Year’s Eve amid quiet scenes despite war-cloud anxiety.
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Venezuela Restores Civil Rights After Assassination Shock
In Caracas a government decree restores constitutional liberties suspended after President Delgado Charbaud's Nov. 13 assassination. Strict press censorship is eased with only limited political news restrictions. It restores freedom of correspondence, home, and movement, and ends Comunciado detentions.
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Berlin Faces New Year of East West Armed Rivalry
U S and Allied forces in Berlin anticipate another Soviet drive to seize the city in 1951 though Western officials feel defenses can hold. East German leaders plan a mammoth youth march as part of Communist threats, while the American garrison remains vigilant amid rising Cold War tensions. Meanwhile U S and allied nations prepare to end the state of war with Germany, with President Truman expected to seek Congress approval within two weeks.
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Europe Celebrates New Year Amid Cold Night and Quiet Reflections
Europe marked New Year's Eve with merriment and restraint. Berlin clubs buzzed in the Western sector while Paris saw record champagne flows and London boarded the Eros statue for security. Many celebrated at home as heavy weather encouraged fireside gatherings and regional customs featured carp dishes and doughnuts spreading across the continent.
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Harrison eyed to lead military purchasing overhaul
A reported shakeup in the defense buying program could place William H. Harrison in charge of defense procurement and industrial production. Charles E. Wilson, newly named director of the Office of Defense Mobilization, weighs the move amid discontent over slow munition orders. Officials say Harrison already heads priorities and civilian industry at the National Production Authority.
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MacArthur New Year Message Warns Japan on Rearmament
Tokyo dispatch reports veteran observers see two conclusions from Gen. MacArthur's New Year message to Japan. It warns of imminent danger of a third world war and signals a duty to rearm for self protection while upholding war renunciation as a high global ideal.
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No Blue Streak To Appear Tonight
The Gazette will omit its Blue Streak edition Monday night to allow employees to spend the New Year’s holiday with their families. All other editions will publish on schedule.
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Aggressors Warned U S Has Power to Strike Back
Secretary of State Acheson told a radio audience that the United States can retaliate against any aggressor and deter future hostility. He urged bread and toil as the nation’s prescription, stressing faith and resolve to persevere. He recalled Valley Forge and Pearl Harbor to illustrate courage. Page 2 continued remarks.
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Wellies Charges Soviet Blackmail For Baltic Gains
Former Undersecretary Sumner Welles accuses the USSR of exploiting fear during World War II to gain territorial advantages. In his Foreign Affairs article, he recalls Eden’s plan to visit Moscow and warns of Soviet pressure before Pearl Harbor.
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Franco Bids Spain Into European Pact Against Aggression
Spanish Premier Francisco Franco urged inclusion in Western efforts to contain Communism in a CBA interview. He warned against division and pledged Spain would defend independence if forced to stand alone, saying many millions of aggressors could die.
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U S Population Set At 152 340 000 Now
Washington December 31 The Census Bureau estimates Continental United States population at 1950 census time. The 1950 figure rose to 140,697,361 for the year with a net increase of 2,233,000 from 3,704,000 births and 1,481,000 deaths plus 3 net emigrants of 10,000. The count includes armed forces and civilians.
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Long Awaited Push Believed Ready to Roll
United Nations forces faced a new Chinese artillery impact on New Year’s Day along the 38th parallel as North Korean and Chinese troops massed in the Inje Kwidun region and near Wonsan. Reports from the Eighth Army indicated large troop concentrations and possible three pronged offensives, with both sides increasing artillery and armor activity and traffic toward the front.
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Quevedo Heads United Nations Security Council
Amonie Quevedo of Ecuador succeeds Dr. Tsving as president of the United Nations Security Council with China and India among rotating members. New seats were created for Brazil Netherlands and Turkey, while permanent members remain China France Britain United States and Russia. The council did not meet under Isving’s brief presidency amid Korean War cease fire considerations.
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Charleston Skies Monday Jam 2 Weather Forecast
Charleston weather brief outlines Monday and Tuesday with cloudiness and wind. West Virginia predicts warmer, windy spells and possible showers later. Maryland and Virginia notes include warmer temperatures and chances of rain. temperatures and conditions vary by location.
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