Governors Confer on Acheson Talks Blunt Session
In a secret session Secretary of State Acheson answered sharp questions from governors at the 42nd annual Governors Conference in White Sulphur Springs West Virginia He urged unity on saving Western Europe militarily while avoiding public comment on China and Japan Strong prospects of a public trust in his leadership emerged as governors planned a final vote before adjournment
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Japan
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John Foster Dulles
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Willam Preston Lane
Tane Lermnerat
Wold
Dean Acheson
Secretary
Greenbrier
Driscoll
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Carvel
Del
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Kan
Lane
Patteson
W. Va
Duff
Bowles
Conn
Three ships sink after blasts. 87 feared dead
Wire dispatches report catastrophic losses in East Asia as three ships explode or sink. A Norwegian freighter carrying 680 tons of explosives for India was destroyed. only one Indian woman crew member was rescued. In Hong Kong, two cargo vessels were hit, with dozens more believed dead or missing. Royal Air Force planes scouted an oil slick and debris as ships Lancashire Worcester and Annie assisted in the search. Estimated survivors vary, with initial claims of 50 saved but uncertainty remains.
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Suez
Egypt
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Royal Air Force
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Contempt Charge Possible in Amerasia Case Against Jaffe
Sen Tydings moved toward a possible contempt finding against Philip Jaffe for refusing to answer questions about the 1945 Amerasia affair. Jaffe, New York editor of Amerasia, faced FBI raids and seizure of government documents. The Senate subcommittee, led by Tydings, advanced a recommendation by Edward P. Morgan.
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Motorboat Clears Colorado Rapids to Calmer Waters
Five men began the voyage from Lees Ferry on June 12 as one of two motorboats aimed at the perilous Grand Canyon trek. It completed the nine day, mile deep river run into calmer waters near Grand Canyon, following an earlier companion craft that failed in the attempt.
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Underworld Speculates On Erickson Successor
New York reporters note underworld chatter after Frank Erickson’s removal as district attorney. Rumors say an undercover scramble could reorganize the American gambling empire with an annual take of about 14 million dollars. Off track betting will likely continue as observers await a concrete successor and potential sentencing.
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New York
INS
Frank Erickson
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Son
Tan
Erickson
Frank Hogan
Johnson Informed Formosan Threat Perils U S Stand
Tokyo reports Gen MacArthur and staff warned Secretary Johnson that Communist conquest of Formosa would endanger the U S Far East position. Leaders stressed Formosa's pivotal role near Okinawa, with Johnson seeking a full view of defenses before reporting to Truman.
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Defense Johnson
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Gmez Bradley
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Crown Bargain Over Hungary Crown Spurs Ransom Talk
Vienna dispatch reports secret talks amid Hungary crisis over the 49 year old Hungarian crown of King Stefan. Alleged offer links a ransom by a European American businessman for the relic seen as a symbol of sovereignty and Catholic heritage.
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Robert A. Vogeler
Stefan
Ohio Democrats Pin Hope on Lausche Taft Vote Hint
Ohio Governor Frank Lausche stirred party nerves by suggesting he might vote for Republican Senator Robert Taft or Democratic challenger Joseph Ferguson depending on issues. He refused to commit, claiming his country’s interests trump party alignment, prompting criticism from Democratic operatives in Columbus and White Sulphur Springs.
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Robert A. Taft
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W. Va
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Want a Vacation And For Free Gazette For Sale Ad
Gazette readers can profit from selling unused items. Wanted items include a cleaner, ice box foglator, treadle type, and three rooms of furniture. Cash offers and contact at 0-000 or 6-0611.
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Defense Outlay Hike Approved by Senate Subgroup
A Senate appropriations subcommittee backed a defense budget increase totaling more than 15.6 billion dollars for the Army Navy Marines Air Force and Defense Department for the coming fiscal year. The panel approved about 382 million more than the prior House vote, amid calls to raise funding for high speed anti-submarine forces modern tanks and weapons and to bolster bases in Alaska. Eisenhower, then Allied commander and Columbia University president, testified urging continued support and warning against excessive spending cuts.
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John H Hatcher Dies in Charleston Hospital
Judge John Henry Hatcher longtime state and circuit court jurist died at 2 a m yesterday in Charleston hospital where he had been patient since April 3 residing at 404 Beauge rd St native of Bland Virginia would have been 75 on June 29 educated at Emar Henry College and West Vi er he was admitted to practice in 1898 served as Beckley mayor in 1903 and from 1907 to 1920 partnered with W H Musir in McGinnis and Hatcher elected circuit court judge of the 16th district in Boone Summers Raleigh counties resigned later elected to the Supreme Court of Appeals in 1900s reelected for 12 year term and retired after term ended member of Beckley Methodist Church details continue on page 10 Cal 3
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Corporation Levy Schedule Changed
The House Ways and Means Committee approved a speed-up in corporate income tax payments to put about 4.2 billion dollars into the Treasury over five fiscal years. The plan would shift due dates, eventually making calendar-year corporations pay by June 14 for prior year income and spread taxes over four quarterly payments, with last year’s taxes due within six months.
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France Accepts Reich as Equal At Pool Parley
In Paris a six nation postwar conference opened with West Germany seated as an equal to France Britain Italy Belgium Luxembourg and the Netherlands discussed plans for a binding high authority on coal and steel amid cautious hopes for unity. Berlin’s Schuman and others voiced cautious optimism while Britain declined to join the European industrial pool an early step toward broader European cooperation.
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Itely
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Lehrman
Garland tries to harm herself in Hollywood home
Judy Garland slashed her throat with a broken glass in the Sunset Strip home amid reports of despair and a troubled state. MGM described the act as impulsive and hysterical. she was hospitalized and reported sleeping as reporters waited for official notes.
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Lie May Plans Second Peace Mission Amid Busy Schedule
The secretary disclosed Lie May intends a second peace mission to Moscow by July 3 to meet Premier Stalin if prospects open. He plans talks with British leaders in London, French leaders in Paris post Geneva Economic Council session, and hopes to spend days in Norway before returning to New York.
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Laying of Drainage Pipe Begun at Coonskin Park
Charles Barmentrout reports start of drainage work for a new road at Coonskin Park amid mud and rain threats. The project, named Operation Coers, is a Gazette led initiative with local contractors and suppliers. officials say completion could come in a day if weather holds.
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Workers Agree To Phone Pact Minus Pay
A labor dispute unfolds as Hilic workers approve a phone pact without wage concessions. Officials warn of potential trouble as negotiations stall over pay and benefits amid broader union pressure and corporate response.
Judge Signs Decree Making Bridges Alien
A judge signs a decree declaring Bridges alien in status and delaying related court actions. The ruling affects ongoing legal proceedings and clarifies the status of Bridges within the jurisdiction.
Fragmented OCR Mosaic From Unclear Page Seven
An oddly garbled newspaper fragment shows scattered letters and nonsequential phrases. It lacks coherent names or events but hints at a page seven layout and possible calendar or weather-like notes. The readable content is minimal and not sufficient to identify a specific story or subject.
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