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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1944
Page
7
The foreign minister argued for a rotating representation system among nations in postwar bodies. He said smaller states bear war burdens as heavily as larger powers and deserve a say in preventing war, even if they lack permanent seats.
Readers warned of Pin-Worm infections common in neighbors and children. A new treatment, P W tablets by Dr D Jayne Son, uses gentian violet to target Pin-Worms with simple directions. Signs include itching, upset stomach, bed-wetting, and nervous fidgeting.
In San Francisco on May 31, Gene Krupa, band leader, had a Superior Court conviction and prison sentence reversed by the state district appeals court on double jeopardy grounds related to charges involving contraband cigarettes. Krupa had earlier pleaded guilty to contributing to the delinquency of a minor and served 30 days for having his valet transport such cigarettes, and was later convicted of possession on a felony count.
Allen Stthiney vadovel was elected president of the Charleston Lions felud yesterday, succeeding J. Roy Harris. The Board named Henry Diefenbach vice president Edward Carrigan secretary and Ashby Blackwell treasurer for the fiscal year starting July 1. Stanley Carboy Fuel Co member since 1934.
Ralph Miller, 20, of 1658 Third Avenue, was seriously injured in a hit and run at a West Side intersection early yesterday. Doctors at Charleston General Hospital fear a fractured skull. Miller was found on the corner of Fourth Avenue and Bream Street. police had not identified the driver by night.
John H. Crooks Jr a 36 year old Huntington district U S engineers garage clerk was arrested on charges of stealing toll tickets for use on the Silver Bridge at Pt Pleasant. He pleaded innocent at arraignment before U S Commissioner J W Filchert and was released on 1106 bond pending a hearing next Wednesday. Special Agent James L Dalton said the books were taken from the engineers garage and sent to Pt Pleasant where they were allegedly used by taxis in which Crooks has an interest.
Logan May 31. R G Lax well mining engineer for Island Creek Coal Co leaves to join a special committee of American mining experts in Great Britain. Appointed by Secretary Ickes the group will study British production procedures and propose methods to accelerate output.
Brooklyn defeats Pittsburgh 4 52 to 4 0 5 2 while St Louis ties Washington in an 8 6 0 0 draw. Hollingsworth debuts for St Louis as new pitcher. Galan hits for Brooklyn in the fifth. A stolen auto recovered in Pittsburgh and birth announcement for Grant Pierson Hall in Washington D C.
State Entomologist F Waldo Craig says tomato leaf curl is not a major threat to Charleston Gardens. He notes 0 percent of plants were affected last year and urges shallow cultivation, no pruning to one stem, and leaving 2 3 suckers to grow while avoiding excessive leaf removal.
Chairman Wheeler announced that Senate Interstate Commerce Committee hearings on redrafting the Federal Communications Act are cancelled. He said the issue is dead and that the industry cannot agree, with one side seeking sponsorship bans and others seeking no regulation beyond interference rules.
Kenneth Tackett aged 19 died from injuries suffered in a Carbon mine accident Saturday. He died yesterday at a Charleston hospital. Services set for 1 p.m. at the residence. Burial in Ashford cemetery with Pryor mortuary in charge. Survived by parents MM and Mrs. Elbert Tackert, Unite. three brothers Troy Zane Brenton at home. two sisters Mrs. Grace Slinger Peytona and Mrs. Stea Young Nellis.
A lightning bolt struck Glenwood Grade School on the West Side during an electrical storm yesterday afternoon causing minor damage. Maintenance director Harry J. Blybaugh estimated damages at 23 dollars after inspecting the three story brick building. bricks toppled near the Grant Street entrance but no fire occurred and repairs will begin immediately.
Building permits issued for repairs and additions at multiple addresses including 1150 Brutkman's Brewery Co and 812 Butler St with varying costs. Names listed include Frank Wagner Ernie Kiser and A Hudson among others. Marriage applications show several couples, with Fridley Wiseman and Cittle, among others, as applicants and partners.
Readable text touts Emerald Oil as quick relief for burning feet. It claims pain drops after 2 3 applications and promotes regular use to ease soreness. The ad mentions horses being sold to fund purchases and urges customers to buy from druggists with a satisfaction guarantee.
John C. Morrison was reelected president of the Charleston Open Forum at the annual meeting held yesterday at the Daniel Boone hotel. Officers reappointed include Mrs. M. Kleeman as executive vice president Howard H. Cammick as vice president and P. A. Herscher as treasurer Nadine Clark succeeds Dorcas Dickinson as recording secretary A new revolving board of directors with one two and three year terms was adopted and an annual meeting for officer elections will invite all members.
Frankfort Kentucky May 31 Execution of Tommy Nelson a 1 year old Logan West Virginia stove repairer was postponed to allow time for appeal to the United States Supreme Court Nelson was convicted in Letcher County of fatally shooting Frelin Estepp after giving him a ride following a roadhouse visit His death sentence was affirmed by Kentucky's Court of Appeals and the execution at Eddyville Penitentiary was set for Friday before a stay was granted for the federal appeal.
In Huntington on May 31 landowners and farmers in Mineral and Pendleton Counties voted to join the Potomac Valley soil conservation district. Committee secretary Guy M. Robertson said the move clears the way for Hampshire Hardy and Grant counties to join. Clyde Bonar was named advisory member for Mineral county. Dr Hugh Bennett spoke on soil conservation and plans for a new southern district were discussed along with post war farming programs.
Firemen and Gooding Greater Shows management will entertain 120 children from the Davis Child Shelter Union Mission and Day Nursery this afternoon at Reynolds St showgrounds. The program features rides on the merry go round ferris wheel and refreshments.
Justice Edward C Hicher imposed a $100 contempt fine to quell dissention among attorneys as the sedition conspiracy trial proceeds with heated exchange over exhibits. Claude A Thompson of Washington and Hans Diebel of Los Angeles (two of 29 defendants) drew fines amid claims a government exhibit was tampered with. Four other lawyers were involved in the disruption.
Joseph W. Burns called Thompson's accusation outlandish and false while Thompson retorted he would not be labeled a liar in the courthouse. The report notes beef cattle on Indian reservations rose from 100,867 heads in 1942 to 111,590 in 1943.
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