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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1952
Page
8
A brief Thought for Today notes that those called Tucky are often those who overcome obstacles and win against many odds, reflecting on perseverance and success in daily life.
The piece argues police action against Communist headquarters in France signals declining influence of Communists, not rising militancy. It notes France’s improved economy, reduced Communist power, and U.S. aid to Europe as preventing spread. It questions wartime leadership and criticizes MacArthur while noting stalled Panmunjom peace talks and hard lines from the Reds. Major General Harrison is cited as negotiator taking a listening stance at Panmunjom.
In Princeton New Jersey June 7 Senator Estes Kefauver leads Democratic voters and independents in the latest Gallup Institute poll with 45 percent among Democrats, a four point rise from May. Barkley 17 percent Stevenson and Russell tied for third at 10 percent, Harriman and McMahon also cited. Independent voters show Kefauver as the preferred Democrat with 100 percent among those choosing Kefauver in the poll excerpt. Republican standings show Eisenhower at 43 percent Taft 36 percent MacArthur 6 percent Stassen 4 percent and Dewey 2 percent.
A Gazetic Readers' Forum letter cites approval and criticism of President Truman appointees, party allegiances, and nationwide loyalty. Another reader laments campus panty raids, deferments, and patriotism amid Korea. The final note praises candidate Raymon Young for returning campaign cards after defeat.
Marty Snyder a former Waldorf Astoria and Lindy’s chef became Ike’s top mess sergeant in World War II He toured from North Africa to Potsdam and later opened a New York restaurant He supported Eisenhower for president and joined the 1948 Philadelphia scene before his Jeep journey to the national convention was cut short by disaster
Abbreviated report notes General Eisenhower’s Chicago address as he avoided personal attacks, defended his internationalist stance, and asserted Republican identity. He distanced from Roosevelt-Truman policy making while endorsing the 1950 Liberty versus Socialism GOP line and touting practical resolve on Korea.
Washington report shows the King Committee nearing its June 30 end while quietly examining Congress member Eugene Keough of Brooklyn whose financial ties to lobbyist Charles Patrick Clark and a tax dispute drew FBI attention in 1950. Keough faced questions about accepting legal fees from Clark amid shifting votes on gas and Spain issues.
The article depicts Alsup as a violent union boss tied to AF of L power, with Dec 3 1949 as the crime date. It alleges threats, banishment to Alaska, and a pattern of criminal activity including armed robbery and auto wreck. It cites figures like William Green and Martin Durkin and mentions CIA, Nevada tests, and defense funds.
Victor Riesel reports President Truman may again seize steel mills under selective service powers after the Supreme Court trimmed executive authority. Conflicting advice and shaky production data cloud decisions as labor, industry, and government weigh risks of a broader walkout and economic chaos. John L. Lewis watches closely amid looming automotive and coal disruptions.
25 Years Ago News of June B 1927 reports Clarice Asbury Potterfield an 88 year old Charleston druggist died at 1903 Quarrier Street. The Gazette notes local industry and state events including real estate board urging regulation of the Joan business and a new industrial pamphlet for Kanawha trade area. The piece also covers state politics mine accident and a crime probe.
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