Labor Leaders Clash Over Taft Hartley Fight in Senate Debates
At the Capitol, CIO President Murrey accuses John L. Lewis of duplicity in the Taft Hartley repeal dispute while Senate committees pressed to keep the issue open for a showdown vote. Amid telegrams to 96 senators, AFL and UMW officials spar over alleged secret amendments and the fate of labor proposals.
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Minois
Foreign Relations Committee
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Ohio
United Mine Workers
AFL
William Green Age
Balking Witness Refuses Question in Reds Trial
John W. Gator a Communist conspiracy defendant again refused to answer a question in court triggering a new delay. Gates editor of the Communist Daily Worker denied renting quarters from a Mr Divigenta in Youngstown Ohio for 1933 to 1935 citing Fifth Amendment privilege and self incrimination.
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John W. Gator
Communist Conspiracy Trian
Gates
Communist Daily Worker
Divigenta
Youngstown
Ohio
Communist Party
Harold B. Medina
Longshoremen Battle in New York Riot Over Union Dispute
In New York on June 7 nearly 2 500 longshoremen fought in front of their union hall as a dispute over a “Lie Crow” issue deepened. Joseph P. Ryan led the pro union side against claims of racial discrimination in job assignments. Police dispersed the combatants after fists, clubs, and signs flew and mounted officers moved in.
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Ock
Joseph P. Ryan
Umier
Noise Fusses Over My Swell Vibe
Willie Willis speaks of critics while insisting his cheer stays steady amid the jeers and loud accounts of his mood, noting he does not flare when others try to rile him.
New Atomic Product Hinted More Lethal Than Poison
AEC official testified before a Senate appropriations subcommittee that a Hanford Washington plant handles a product described as more lethal than deadly poison. Carleton Shugg said no new weapon was being hinted, noting the discussion was about plutonium production essentials. He avoided details, prompting speculation about a covert “atomic fog” link, which he denied after Capitol Hill remarks. Lilienthal faced scrutiny from a separate committee over alleged mismanagement of the atomic energy program as lawmakers pressed for investigations and hearings.
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Atomic Energy Commission
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House Atomic Energy Committee
Security Advisory Board
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Craigman O'Mahoney
C and O Union Talks Collapse On Impending Strike
Richmond June 7 Negotiations between the Chesapeake and Ohio railway and the union representing 1700 workers collapsed with little prospect of renewed talks. Union leader G W Coleman said a strike is likely to be set tonight to shut down the C and O system.
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C&o
G. W. Coleman
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Hlfe International
I. 3. Robertson
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Robertson
W. J. Touhy
Callway
Farter
Touhy
Would-Be Slayer Eludes Clay County Posse
Police and armed posses from two counties searched a wooded area in Clay County yesterday for an unidentified Negro who allegedly robbed and threatened to kill a Montgomery taxi driver. Carl Moore, 25, of Boomer, escaped by leaping from the cab as it crashed over an embankment on Route 16 near Bentree. The suspects drove Moore from Montgomery to Gauley Bridge and tried to go to Gamora before Moore was attacked, leading to the driver quitting the vehicle. one suspect, David Mayfield, 32, of Montgomery, fled with the other.
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W. R. Callaghan
Carl Moore
Boomer
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Bentree
Clay Counts
Moore
Gauley Bridge
Cellaghan
Gamora
Clay-Fayette
Hentree
Jesée
Wegro
David Mayfield
Callaghan
Mayfield
Rebchan
Junion
Contractors Association
Col
Ae Ees
Jobless rolls hit postwar high in May
U S unemployment rose to 3 289 million in May a postwar high as non farm opportunities declined. Census Bureau notes April to May gain defied seasonal forecast with 274 000 more unemployed and job seekers mainly youths. Farm work remained available with no trouble obtaining it.
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Washington
Burea
Midwest Manhunt Ends With Wreck
Desperadoes eluded road blocks for 72 hours across five Midwest states before a washed out bridge trapped them. Matt Bistrom and Allen Hartman, both from St Paul, were injured in a stolen car crash. Arthur Bistam surrendered near West Point Nebraska after hostage hold at a fort house. Police pursued from Minneapolis killing a suburban policeman. A hitchhiker and six others were among kidnap victims in the spree.
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Kes
Mune
Midwest
Matt Bistrom
Allen G. Hartman
St. Paul
Union Calls on Operators to Stop Killing Miners
BLUEFIELD June 7 John L Lewis negotiating team urged southern coal operators to stop killing miners and warned there, would be no memorial periods amid two nationwide strikes. The talk centered on ending walkouts and negotiating a new contract post June 30 while discussing safety law support and pension/royalty provisions.
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John L. Lewis
Southern Coal
Southern Coal Producers
Assoc
Lewis
United Mine Workers
John Owens
Owens
FBI Report Details Atom Device Shipments to USSR
An FBI report disclosed that the Soviet Union received atomic research devices from the United States in 1947 with two more shipments blocked in 1948 and 1949. The equipment included radiation detectors and Geiger counters used in atomic development and was linked to the Soviet Ames purchasing agency. The disclosure came in the espionage trial of Judith Coplon as prosecutors argued for release of secret data slips.
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Washington
FBI
Jline
Russia
United States
Antaré
U. S&s Atomic Energy Commission
Judith Coplon
Justice’ Department
Reeves
Albert L. Reeves
Miss Coplon
New York
Archibald Palmer
Frederick March
C. Ey
Divas Legge
Orpictage Agen
March
Legge
Reber
J. Lasiphere
Gray Selected To Head Army Amid reshuffle
President Truman announced Gordon Gray, 30, as secretary of the Army after Curtis Calder declined. Gray, former under secretary, has led industrial mobilization and procurement and is a Baltimore native and Winston-Salem lawyer. He joins Stephen W. Harke as part of a broader defense leadership shakeup following Forrestal’s resignation and Royall’s departure.
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Jie
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Stant
Army
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Land
Th Ay Group
Senate
John J. Clay
Germany
McCloy
World Bank
Soap Box Race Films For WV Derby Builders Tonight
Boys planning to enter the All West Virginia Soap Box Derby meet at Cross Lanes gather at the Charleston Recreation Center tonight to review rule changes and view color motion pictures from last year’s local race and the All-American Derby in Akron Ohio. The session also offers a chance for youngsters aged 11 to 17 to register for the local event, with parental approval required for applications. Registration closes Monday June 20.
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Cross Lanes
Charleston Recreation Center
Akron
Caribbean C-46 Crash Kills 54 Near Puerto Rico Coast
A twin engined transport with 54 aboard crashes off the Caribbean coast bound for the United States. Rescue efforts report 27 survivors while 54 are dead and 39 remain missing. The plane sank in 49 feet of water four minutes after impact. The crew included Captain AL Cockrell of Pittsfield Massachusetts and stewardess Judis Hale of Binghamton New York.
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Winsport
United States
U.S. Coast Guard
of Strig Freight, Inc
Civil Aeronautics Board
Jerry Andrews
Miami
Coast Guard
Merrow
AL Cockrell
Pittsfield
Childrn
Amon
Judiss Hale
Binghamton
N.Y
Chambers Admits He Lied Seven Times to Protect Hiss
The federal trial concluded after four days of cross examination as Chambers admitted lying seven times to protect Alger Hiss. He testified he changed his story before the grand jury last December to involve Hiss, saying the motives were to expose Communist conspiracy and shield individuals from harm.
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Truman seeks 150 million aid for Korea from Congress
President Truman proposed a one year program of 150 million dollars to aid South Korea, shifting emphasis from relief to recovery while maintaining military aid. The plan aims to keep Korea unified and independent, with the United States backing economic stabilization and resistance to Communist influence in Asia.
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Death Free of Veto in Red Berlin Plan
U S Secretary of State Dean Acheson said at the Big Four foreign ministers conference that unfier Soviet proposals for a unified Berlin would be free of veto only in death. Soviet Andrei Vishinsky presented plans for Berlin, triggering Western opposition as debate continued. Bevin argued veto retention would block city administration appointments and emphasized Berlin politics.
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Firm to Build Power Plant in Kanawha Valley
The firm plans a new power plant to meet rising demand in Kanawha valley. Richard E. Hodges, division manager, says growth and development drive the project. The move follows a petition filed to condemn land in circuit court as part of the Appalachian division of American Gas and Electric Co.
Senate trims Voice of America budget in 71 782 000 funding bill
The Senate cut 3 057 000 from the Voice of America program while approving a 071 782 000 appropriation bill for the State Justice Commerce departments and judiciary for the next fiscal year. The measure goes to a conference to reconcile House and Senate versions.
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Solons Press Pact Approval in Senate Report
Senate Foreign Relations Committee urged rapid ratification of the 12 nation mutual aid Atlantic pact. It warned of disastrous consequences abroad if action is delayed while noting the Taft Hartley repeal dominates Senate business. The panel said ratification would sustain momentum of confidence in Europe and benefit U S security.
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Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Senate
United States
Europe
Salisbury Wins 6th Term as Dunbar Mayor
West Virginia election results show D J Salisbury re-elected to a sixth term as Dunbar mayor with 1545 votes to Oval Carney 1248. In Marmet Citizens party and Democrats gain ground while St Albans near recount. Dunbar council seats also swing to Republicans in a close contest ahead of July 1 inauguration.
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Gregory L. Punk
Peppies Party
Col
Walter C. Phillips
Citizens Party
Atto Canterbury
Clyde G. Buckland
Marmet
D. J. Salisbury
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Balspury
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Herman Pet Democrat
I. C. Kessell
Ε. T Honaxer
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Iran Walker
N. W. Thornton
R. E. Wilson
Hopes Rise for End to Charleston Strike Talks Resume Today
AFL Teamsters, Charleston Building Trades Council, and Building Contractors Association prepare to renew wage talks Friday at 2 p.m. before a three man federal panel led by J A Moran. The panel earlier met with strike committees as a lengthy construction dispute nears settlement.
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AFL Unctions
Charleston
J. A. Moran
Daniel Boone Hotel
Maraz
Éame
Fapaleria
Moran
Charleston Building Trades Council
Charleston Building Contractors Assoc
John BE. Canner
Huntington
Henry G. Baker, Jr
Washington, D. C
Frank A. Rebben
Tramsters Local
Labor Temple
Tennessee
Bnt
Committee Shelves Housing Measure
The House Rules Committee moves to clear Truman's housing bill for immediate action after last year’s effort. Democratic leaders cancel a mass meeting to calm House Democrats amid ranks opposing the measure. The bill, passed by the Senate 37 to 13, would fund vast public housing and urban renewal programs with new anti bottleneck procedures set to bring it to a House vote on June 27.
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House Rules Committee
House
Truman
Rayburn
Senate
Rayburn Rs
Night Sky and Weather Notes for Charleston Area
Wednesday features a full moon and prominent stars Aranus and Altair visible in the south. Planets Venus Saturn and Jupiter appear at dusk and predawn with scattered showers possible in the southern regions. West Virginia forecast calls for cooler, mostly clear conditions with some cloudless spells and light showers in New Jersey and Pennsylvania on Wednesday.
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