Votes Fraud Irregularities In Kanawha County Precinct 90
A Gazette investigation exposes forged ballots in Precinct 90 of Kanawha County's May 13 primary. The Puffenbargers signed two poll tickets, while fraudulent signatures appeared on two later tickets. Similar frauds were reported in other precincts, prompting front page notices in two Charleston papers and ongoing investigations.
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The Majority Rules Editorial Comment on Steel Mill Seizure
The piece argues the Supreme Court decision 6 to 3 upholding the seizure of steel mills was decisive, and that in a republic the majority rules. It urges labor and industry to accept the ruling, while noting Truman overstepped and urging orderly, lawful remedies and future reconciliation.
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Supreme Court ruling triggers steelworkers strike across United States
The Supreme Court decision against the CIO United Steelworkers touched off an immediate walkout by about 650,000 steel workers. Philip Murray ordered a stoppage after the ruling, while wage board proposals faced industry resistance and government price relief limits. The strike was postponed, then deferred by judicial seizure, and later tied to Supreme Court action.
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Supreme Court says Truman misused power in steel seizure
Washington June 2. The Supreme Court ruled 6 3 that President Truman violated the Constitution by seizing the steel mills on April 8 to avert a national emergency. Justice Black led the majority, stating the action exceeded presidential authority. Murray urged immediate talks, and steel companies signaled willingness to bargain again with the United Steelworkers.
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Watts Seeks Vote Recount in Kanawha County Race
Watts petitions the Kanawha County Court for a vote recount in the Democratic contest for prosecuting attorney. He trails Edward W. Hiserman by about 170 votes after serving three terms and briefly seeking the 1944 gubernatorial nomination. Also seeking recounts were C. W. Smith, Mattie Wileher, and Norman Earl Watson for local offices in Charleston.
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Edward W. Hiserman
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Jefferson District
Mattie Wileher
Norman Earl Watson
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Charleston
General Eisenhower Ends 37-Year Military Career
Washington reports General Dwight D. Eisenhower will retire from a 37-year military career tomorrow and enter the political arena as he pursues the presidency.
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Dwight D. Hisenhower
United States
Daily Truce Talks Falter As U N Tells Reds No Progress
In Munsan Korea Allied delegates urged the Reds to break the stalemate over prisoners. Maj. Gen. William K. Harrison Jr. said there is little reason for daily meetings if the North Koreans offer nothing new. Nam Il repeated charges of Allied prisoner mistreatment, likening the talks to a cracked phonograph. The army announced plans to retire Gen. Eisenhower from active duty pending a possible campaign bid.
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Eisenhower to Speak in Abilene as 1952 Campaign Opens
Eisenhower departs for Washington tomorrow night and plans his first post uniform speech in Abilene Kansas on Wednesday. hometown friends expect a giant welcome as 50 000 visitors gather for the event seen as the launch of his final drive for the GOP nomination. Taft’s camp criticizes his ability to beat Democrats while Eisenhower says politics must wait and will not speak on party matters.
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Five Miners Trapped After Michigan Cave-In
A Penokee mine disaster near Ironwood trapping five men half a mile underground as a 10 man rescue crew works to reach them. Two earlier deaths in the Ironwood area within 48 hours are reported, with officials hopeful the trapped workers found a parallel tunnel.
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Clark Vows Strict Clean Up at Koje Island POW Camp
General Mark Clark declares no nonsense will be tolerated by 80,000 Red prisoners on Koje Island as U N forces move to restore order. Infan try and tanks enter two Red compounds, tear down symbols, while Red Cross witnesses oversee the operation. About 200 prisoners accused of war crimes taunt a South Korean officer prompting firing into Compound 60.
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Acheson Warns Russia as Berlin Policy Pressed
Secretary of State Acheson told the nation that the United States will maintain full rights in Berlin and meet Soviet threats with steady resolve while backing rapid Western Germany inclusion in Europe’s defense. He said no secret commitments exist and stressed the alliance is for peace.
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British Protest Soviet Berlin Evacuation Rule
British commandant in Berlin protested to the Soviets over forced evacuation of three small border communities. Maj. Gen. Coleman reminded Soviet officials of British control areas as clashes erupted on the divided city’s fringes and West Berliners faced new passes for travel into the Soviet zone. Allied officials view the moves as attempts to isolate Berlin in response to West Germany's peace treaty with the Allies.
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C. F. C. Coleman
Sergei Dengin
Soviet Control Commission
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Soviet Zone
West Germany
Supreme Court rules seizure action illegal in steel case
Washington June 2 Ins highlights of the majority and minority opinions in the steel seizure decision show both liberal justices opposing President Truman. Justices Black and Douglas joined the majority to hold the seizure illegal while Vinson Reed and Minton dissented. The court split four four with Vinson Reed as swing votes. four Truman appointees aligned with the liberals and four with conservatives.
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Steel Walkout Hits Panhandle Industry
The nationwide steel strike spread to West Virginia's northern panhandle as Wheeling area plants feel the impact. CIO Steelworkers Union leader Murray called 650000 members off work after a Supreme Court ruling, with 15000 in the Ohio Valley facing furloughs including Wheeling Steel Car workers. Bethlehem Coal mines near Marion and Monongalia face closure, threatening 5000 WV miners. Rail lines serving the plants may also shed workers as the stoppage continues.
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Ohio
Weirton Steel Co
Weirton
Baltimore and Ohio
Pennsylvania Railroad
Paphanille
Marion
Monongalia
Bethlehem Colleries
Bethlehem Steel Corp
Council to Switch Sewage Control An Ordinance
A city council introduced an ordinance to shift control of the sewage disposal system to a new three man sanitary board. It authorizes sale of 1.5 million dollars in revenue bonds to fund the first phase of a system overhaul. An open hearing is planned earlier in July before final action. The 1982 renovation schedule targets Chandlers Drive and North Charleston intercenters plus several boulevards and stations.
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Hale Hollow
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Miss Slip Sale Sparks Charleston Bargain Frenzy
The Diamond department store in Charleston sold 750 slips in under two hours yesterday after a Gazette advertisement drew housewives to the sale. Last week 3000 slips sold in under two hours, with 906 more on the way as retailers statewide report demand. The Gazette ad column drives Charleston shoppers to the store for bargains.
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