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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1950
Page
3
Morgantown reports extension plant pathologist Frank Bishop warns tomato and potato crops face late blight due to recent temperatures and rainfall. He notes the mold causes brown rotting on leaves, there is no cure, so prevention with early spray is advised to protect an otherwise promising potato yield.
Senate Crime Committee names Boris Kostelanetz to examine U S European narcotics smuggling and black market ties. Kefauver says Kostelanetz will visit Europe for two months and confer with law enforcement in several countries while extending the inquiry to Canada Mexico Cuba and other areas. Kostelanetz led war frauds tasks and prosecuted Capone aides and labor racketeers Willie Bioff and George Browne.
A Michigan welfare official urged that infirmaries be viewed as community responsibilities not government liabilities. Rupert Kettle of the Michigan welfare department told a Marshall College conference on old age issues that communities must plan long term for aged care and ensure quality services.
Chicago’s preliminary 1950 census figures show a population of 8,631,835 within the city, a rise of 235,027 since 1940. Cook County totals reach 4,441,457 with a gain of 448,115, reflecting a decade of rapid growth and accounting for area outside city limits.
Cincinnati reports a population of 489 744, an increase of 44 143 from the 1940 census total of 455 601. The June 2 release notes the gain reflects postwar growth and urban expansion in the area.
A Navy FH2 Banshee jet from the carrier Saipan disappeared during sea air maneuvers off Atlantic City New Jersey. After hours of search the crash and the pilot's death were announced by Navy authorities at Pomona Naval Air Station. The pilot's name was withheld pending family notification. Coast Guard cutters and Saipan air crews covered the search until nightfall.
In Rockford Illinois on June 21 Bernard Kalbs report their eight month old daughter Merry began whistling on Mother's Day. She progressed from single notes to a full tune matching a melody close to Music Music Mozart. The parents say they are proud but unsure if she is a prodigy.
The Episcopal Church at Harpers Ferry observed its centennial with special services led by Rev. R. E. L. Strider bishop of the West Virginia diocese. A centennial dinner followed the ceremonies.
Canton Idaho resident Sidener, a coal miner, faced threats from the United Mine Workers after opposing John L. Lewis. He claims the union pressured him, lost his local presidency, and faced a $50,000 fine later canceled. Sidener left his job on leave, awaiting a federal court order, and plans to move his wife Argyle, son Richard, and daughter Sharon to Florida for safety and stability. He says he will return if needed but seeks to comply with the court and protect his family.
W R Burton of Bluefield Virginia was bound over to the McDowell County grand jury on a charge of embezzling 328 dollars. He operated as manager at the General Department Store in Carswell. State police continue investigation as court proceedings follow.
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