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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1950

Page

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Secret Papers Seized in Raid Admit by Official

Washington reports that the Justice Department reversed itself and said that documents described as top secret by a Senate spy investigator were among papers seized in wartime raids on Amerasia. McInerney conceded four of the five named documents matched those cited by Sen. Hickenlooper.

Washington Ins Justice Department Tonight Senata Amerasia James %. McInerney Sen. Hickenbooner R.jowa Senate Sen McCarthy R.wist Truman Sen. Ferguson R.-Mich Justice Department Hickenlooper U. S Pacific Roosevelt Chiang Kai-shek McInerney Generalissime Amer

Plan to Push Point Four Under OEEC Marshall Era

The Associated Press reports in Paris that a five year plan to replace the America's European Recovery Program ends in 1952. The OEEC announced a program aligning with President Truman's point four, calling for Marshall Plan nations to make capital equipment and consumer goods available to backward areas. In Geneva, the Soviet Union urged a UN inquiry into the detrimental effects of the European Recovery Program, proposing action at the I N Economic Commission.

Prc Paris America Truman Organization For European Economic Cooperation OEEC Erbevals Marshall Plaz Geneva Russia United Nations I. N. Economic Commission

Truman Weighs Anglo French Visits Next Summer

Washington June 2 President Truman is considering state visits to England and France next summer to cement ties among the Big Three. A White House aide said invitations from London and Paris are under consideration but official duties prevent commitments. Advisers urge him to accept for himself and his family.

Washington INS Truman England France White House London Paris

U S Builds Atomic Warheads for Shells and Missiles

Washington reports the United States has developed atomic artillery shells and warheads for guided missiles. Military planners see tactical atomic weapons as a supplement to strong ground and air power to defend Western Europe against a large Soviet force, with Atlantic Pact nations seeking a balance of conventional strength and atomic capability.

Washington United States Europe Russia U. S Western West Defense Johnson Truman

Congress Hears Pleas To Curb Foreign Oil Flow

Congress heard new pleas for immediate action to cut foreign oil flow amid claims it fueled coal mine shutdowns and rising unemployment in oil and rail sectors. Tom Kennedy of the United Mine Workers urged higher tariffs, warning of a disrupted fuel pattern if imports persist.

Congress Washington Tom Kennedy United Mine Workers House Kennedy UMW

Mauna Loa Eruption Sends Heaviest Lava Flow of Century

In Honolulu on June 2 Mauna Loa erupted sending a mile wide lava river toward the sea. The flow covered 50 square miles of slope and engulfed plantations villages and highways cutting communications. About 60 to 80 families evacuated ahead of the advancing lava and several sightseers were cut off. No casualties reported.

Honolulu Mauna: Loa Pacific Ocean George Martin Hilo Hawaii

Parser Raisie Spotlight on Page Twelve Col Two

A compact item notes the parser Raisie featured in the column on page twelve column two, highlighting its role, context, and appearance within the newspaper page layout. The blurb emphasizes the archival reference and page location for readers seeking the specific mention.

Slav Admits Plot To Change Tito In Yugoslavia

Vladо Daprevic, a former Yugoslav Army colonel, concedes plotting with Russians to alter Premier Tito's inform policy, denies treason, and claims he has long considered himself a Soviet man. He describes contact with the Russian military attaché and says he shared Yugoslavia road data to aid escape plans.

Belgrade Yugoslavia Marshal Tito Vlado Daprevic Leploner Tito Dapcevic Yugoslav Communist Party Ibis

Penniless Man Slays Rich Friend in a Fight

SAN ANTONIO June 2. Charley Jones, 38, was stabbed to death after an argument with a man over who had more money. The suspect, arrested at the city jail, was found penniless. Jones carried all the coppers on him.

San Antonio Tex Charley Jones Jack Larned Jones

Miners Lose Working Rights After Island Creek Case

Seven United Mine Workers in Mingo County forfeited all rights and privileges with Island Creek Coal Co after a court order following their conviction for assault and battery. The order halts further injunction violations for a year, grants $100 vacation pay each, forgives company debts, and places Varney on probation while Reed must depart company housing immediately. Other named defendants include Maynard, MacLanahan, Gilman, Mounts, and Workman.

Rockhouse Fork Pigeon Creek Island Creek John B. Reed Ferguson Varney Varney and Reed Bill Maynard James MacLanahan Arnold Gilman Dempssey Mounts Grover Workman

Phone Pact Skips Pay Hike Seeks Fourth Rate Boost

A new one year contract grants several concessions to telephone workers but avoids a general wage increase. Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co. General Manager J R B Crigler and CIO Divison 9 President J D Shepherd announced the accord after three months of talks. The firm will seek a fourth postwar rate increase from the Public Service Commission as part of the plan.

J.R. B. Crigler Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co J. D. Shepherd Division 9 CIO Communications Workers Union Public Service Commission Commission Crigler

Jap Police Crack Down on Communist Rallies in Tokyo

In Tokyo on June 3 occupation authorities and police warned Communists away from downtown plazas. A reported assassination plot against Gen. MacArthur was called a fake, while plans to outlaw Communists were discussed. Police readied troops and vowed surprises if demonstrations proceed, with up to 30,000 expected in Tokyo and 50,000 in Osaka along with a nationwide walkout.

Tokyo Japan Gen. MacArthur Charles A. Willoughby MacArthur U.S Osaka Imperial Plaza Hibiya Park

FBI agents end questioning of Klaus Fuchs in London

Two American FBI agents left for New York after nearly two weeks of questioning Klaus Fuchs the British atomic spy. Harry Gold of Philadelphia was arrested in America on charges of passing information he received from Fuchs to the Soviet Union. Agents declined to discuss their mission and hinted Fuchs may have named others in a spy network.

London FBI New York Klaus Fuchs Russia British Atomic Research America Harry Gold Philadelphia Soviet Union Fuchs Pan-American Airways United States Hugh Clegg J. Edgar Hoover Clegg Robert Lamphere Thy Ispy Lamphere Wormwood Scrubs

CAA Okays Increase For Airport Terminal

Sen. M. M. Neely announced that the Civil Aeronautics Administration has approved an additional 85 000 dollars for completing two terminal buildings at Kanawha Airport in Charleston West Virginia. The increase raises the total from the 21 000 dollar regional recommendation.

the Gazette Washington M. M. Neely D-W.va Civil Aeronautics Administration Kanawha Airport Charleston

Senate Approves Basing Point Bill Amid Dispute

The Senate voted 43 to 27 to approve the basing point bill, sending it to the White House. The measure loosens anti trust rules by allowing uniform delivered prices from different delivery points if no collusion exists and permits price discrimination to meet a rival’s terms in good faith. Critics fear it weakens anti trust protections and could foster monopoly. Senate Kefauver and others argued the bill undermines competition.

Washington Senate White House State Acheson Senate Banking Committee House Ways and Means Truman Kefauver D-Tenm Douglas D-Md Leng Ud-La Hill D-Ala

West Germany Ponders Federal Police for 25,000

Washington reports that Bonn seeks permission to form a federal police force of 25,000 to keep order and check refugee flows amid East Zone tensions. US and allies weigh counter options, likely rejecting centralization to avoid reviving German arms fears and Russian propaganda.

Big Adenauer Washington United States Britain France Russia Moscow West Germany Salzgitter Bonn Berlin

45 Mile Gale and Rain Hit Sweltering Charleston

A 45 mile per hour gale and heavy rain struck Charleston on Friday evening, causing damage and a downed high tension wire at Brown and Reynolds streets. Appalachian Electric Power Co linemen repaired the wire and restored services after other minor damages surfaced, with the Mercury dropping to 86 degrees from a 91 degree day.

Charleston Brown and Reynolds Sts Appalachian Electric Power Co

Britain Rejects European Industry Pool Plan

Paris reports Britain refused the French proposal for a European coal and steel pool to aid Western Europe's recovery. Britain will send observers with no commitments as talks proceed, while France, West Germany, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and France push forward despite British hesitation.

Kingsbury Smith Paris France Europe Britain Laborite Foreign Office London Lon- Iden West Germany Italy Belgium Netherlands Luxembourg

U S Europe super state urged in Atlantic talks

An atomic scientist and former undersecretary of state urged forming a U S European super state as the only workable peace formula. William L Clayton and Dr. Harold Urey, directors of the Atlantic Union Committee, argued for a federal union of NATO nations to counter the Soviet bloc.

Atlantic Washington Waeala Trev Red Asetcedter Seeters Ocr William L. Clayton Atlantic Union Committee, Inc Clayton Russia State Department Dr. Urey United States Urey Atlantic Union Committee

Unification praised at Navy Academy graduation

Secretary of Defense Johnson lauded the spirit of unification as 690 graduates receive bachelor of science degrees at the U S Naval Academy in Annapolis. One in four new officers comes from the Air Force, underscoring joint-service progress amid acknowledged future differences. Vice Admiral Hill called it a big day for the academy and naval service.

Annapolis United States Armed Forces Havel Defense Johnson Naval Academy Air Force Adm Harry W. Hill Naval Service

Quarry Worker Faces Murder Charge In South Dakota Shooting

Martin A. Merkle, 25, a quarry worker, is charged with murder for the fatal shooting of Mrs. Henry Fatzer, 35, at a farm near Dell Rapids. State’s Attorney says assault with intent to kill could follow after Merkle allegedly fired at two men who tried to arrest him at a pool hall following the slaying. Neighbors cited longstanding enmity between Merkle and the Patzer family, with Merkle accusing Mrs. Fatzer of forcing him to move out.

Dell Rapids Martin A. Meckle Henry Fatzer Jerjry Maher Thhey Merkies Merkle

Shipfitter killed as ton of bricks falls at Marietta plant

Cecil Daugherty of Addison Ohio, 44, a ship fitter at Marietta Manufacturing Co in Pt Pleasant, died when a brick-filled container broke from a crane hook and dropped 30 feet onto the dock. He died at Holzer Hospital Gallipolis. Survived by wife Ruth Miller Daugherty, son Donovan H Daugherty, four daughters Norma Rife Peggy Wilma Enid, three sisters, two brothers and two grandchildren. Body at Miller Mortuary Gallipolis.

Gazetts Cecil Daugherty Addison Marietta Manufacturing Co Daugherty Holzer Hospital Gallipolis Ruth ‘Miller Daugherty Donovan H. Daugherty U.S. Navy Norma Rife Middleport Peggy Wilma Enid Daugherty Roy Shoemaker Walter Schoonover Gallipolis, O Charles I Woodrow Daugherty Miller Mortuary O, i

Threats on Sidener's Life Trigger NLRB Probe

In Canton Ohio June 21 the National Labor Relations Board opened an inquiry into reported threats against miner Sidener, former president of UMW local 7455 at Denton. A UMW spokesperson denied knowledge of any threats while Sidener said a woman telephoned him repeatedly promising harm. He cited a settlement terms and sought NLRB review. Bernard Beasley of UMW disputed the calls.

Canton New Toand Lloyd H. Sidener John L. Lewistiff National Labor Relations Board United Mine Workers Sidener UMW Denton NLRB Bernard Beasley UMW Subdistrict

ECA Goods Seized By Chinese Reds

Washington reports the Economic Cooperation Administration denounces the seizure of about 4 million dollars worth of ECA goods by Chinese Communists at Shanghai. The cotton stock was frozen, blocking distribution while efforts sought to place proceeds with welfare groups or through a non political Chinese board.

Washington Paul G. Hoffman ECA Shanshai Hoffman George St. Louis Escanaba Mich Shanghai St. Louis Cami Asso BCA

Charleston Skies Forecast From June 8 Page 3

Fragmentary weather and sky notes list sunrise and sunset times, moon phases, star names, and scattered temperature readings across the Charleston area. The readable fragments mention Deneb and other celestial cues, with sporadic numbers that resemble old forecast codes and daily temps.

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