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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1952
Page
8
Attlee argues bombs threaten the armistice while debate over Korea continues. Eden and Bevan weigh in on policy limits and military options as the United Nations faces a broader political clash.
Thomas K. Gearheart 38 manager of Westvaco Kanawha Valley League teams died in his sleep after watching his softball team win its first games of the season. He was a pipe fitter at Westvaco plant in South Charleston since 1947 and lived at 2437 Monroe Ave in St Albans. Survived by wife, three children, four brothers, three sisters. body at Allen Caldorph Mortuary in St Albans.
Jos Hare Rawson an 8 year old son of Mrs Mary E Rawson of 2602 Piedmont Rd was admitted to McMillan Hospital after being struck by a car at Piedmont Rd and Wilson Hollow. He reportedly suffered a concussion.
The Gazette reports a prolonged recount across Precincts 104 through 123, showing Watts narrowing a 270 vote gap with gains in Precinct 107 and 10, and confirming instances of triple voting and altered ballots in Precincts 112, 122, and 128 as legal challenges rise. The process tightens stakes in the GOP contest as Withrow leads Jarvis by 69 votes overall.
Mrs John T Gelder 56 of Lexington died after a yearlong illness at a local hospital. Funeral is set for 12 a m Thursday in Lexington Cemetery. Surviving are husband John T Gelder and daughter Elizabeth G Ham of Lexington, sons John Thomas Gelder Jr of Charleston and Thomas Foster Gelder of Lexington, brother Thomas G Foster I of San Mateo California. Born in Lexington to Iste Thomas G Foster and Bessie Burton Foster.
Senate had previously voted 49 to 30 on the same request. Truman urged Congress to choose between seizure and the Taft Hartley law but said he would not be coerced to seek an injunction. He noted he might act if necessary, though not required. The House defeated a related proposal.
Hugh Mills is appointed commissioner leaving the department with one other deputy, James B. Smith of St. Albans, who handles life, accident, and health insurance as the department's remaining leadership.
Dr. C H Maddox 58 of 707 Hall St. Charleston died at McMillan Hospital after a heart attack at 6:30 p m He was a Baltimore College of Dental Surgery 1921 graduate and World War I veteran Surviving: wife Erma three sons and two brothers The body is at Wilson mortuary
Amos Jammes Totten 35 of Chesapeake died after his automobile overturned on Lens Creek mountain about 2 30 am. He worked at Cabin Creek plant of Appalachian Electric Power Co. He died of a fractured skull and crushed chest at Boiar ski Memorial Hospital. Survived by wife Mae and 7 children, mother Mae Tyree, sister Charlotte Marks and two half siblings. Services set for 2 pm at Chelyan Baptist Church with burial at Montgomery Memorial Park.
Nine Catholic seminarians were honored by the Charleston Serra Club at a banquet with Most Rev. Thomas J. McDonnell as principal speaker. He praised the club’s support for young men entering priesthood and noted the church’s 2000 year creed and anti Communist stance. Honored seminarians include Martin Hacala J B Durkin J Bartemes Earl Driscoll William Johnson Richard Guter Thomas Lamb James Malloy and Robert Newman from various Sacred Heart and St Agnes parishes.
A contested case centered on whether the petite French divorcee could claim bedroom consent to steal a safe holding 140 million dollars from millionaire La Vere Redfield. Defense by Michaud, who called herself Radfield's sweetheart, faced skepticism as Redfield denied the accusation and answered indirectly. Judge Foley showed impatience with his evasive responses.
Randall Hope a 50 year old machine operator for Amigo Smokeless Coal Co. was killed at 7 p m Tuesday in a slate fall at the mine. A native of Crown Hill he had lived here several years. Survived by his wife Helen and six sons Clyde derry dosepa Amigo Maxwell B and David Silver Springs Md and Cpl Eddie Hope in Fort Knox Ky. Body at Roternson and Foplesong mortuary Mullens. Service 2 p m Friday at residence with burial in Sunset Memorial Park Beckley.
Rioters mostly Koreans and some Japanese attacked lines of police near Shinjuku Station and at Osaka Suita. Fire bombs acid and petrol were used as police in solid ranks sealed sections, injuring dozens. A four car train was seized near Suita and Gen Clarke was sprayed with acid but continued to his post.
The floor manager cited Democratic support for wage and price controls while arguing their necessity. Spence warned that removing controls would place blame on the nation for future economic instability. A few Republicans joined administration allies as the Defense Production Act neared its midnight Monday expiration. Barden set July 31 as a window to finalize plans and wind down offices.
A chaotic community event directed by Norman Radford featured a Montgomery Ward bike parade. Co sponsored by the Thameston Daily Mail and safety officials from American Viscose Corp and West Virginia Researchers Assoc were listed along with corporate names Monsanto Chemical Co. and Virginia Court ney in a garbled OCR narrative.
HOF and humid weather dominate much of the U S with tropical moisture from the Gulf. Afternoon temperatures reach mid 90s as far north as the lower Great Lakes and Mid Atlantic. Readings near 100 in Central Ohio Valley and parts of the Southeast. Coolest weather in the Northern Plains with highs near mid 80s.
Gene Howe famed Texas editor and longtime Amarillo Globe and News leader shot himself in his car last night. He was 65 and friends cited health-related despondency as the motive. A farmer found the vehicle on a country road, with Howe's body in the rear seat and a bullet entry on the temple. Justice of the peace W C Flesher ruled death by his own action. no note was found.
Knights of Columbus will confer first, second, and third degree rites on a class Sunday at Charleston Catholic High School. The joint Charleston and Montgomery councils organize the exemplification with a Dutch lunch at 6 p.m. The second and third degrees follow the first, then a Monday night meeting at the K of C clubhouse on 1117 Quarrier Street.
An assistant attorney general opinion states that commercial farmers purchasing fertilizers insect sprays and feeds for dairy and poultry operations are exempt from state sales tax. The ruling responds to a question from Tax Commissioner C H Koontz and clarifies the materials are for farming production, not personal use.
Illinois Governor Adlai Stevenson, recovering after surgery, indicated he might become available for a Democratic presidential draft. He refused to confirm plans but said the question remains to be seen, amid ongoing pressure after earlier statements against running while aiming for re election.
AFL Teamsters Local 175 and employees of Matthews Transfer and Storage and Capitol Transfer and Storage walked out morning. They returned to work at 2 p.m. after the companies agreed to new contracts. About six other local firms remained unaffected as their workers are nonunion.
Kathleen Clark 54 of Elleanor died at St. Francis Hospital Tuesday after a short illness. She was a public health nurse in Putnam County for 12 years and had worked in Kentucky Washington D C and Iowa. Low requiem mass will be celebrated at St Patrick's Church Bancroft at 10 am Friday with Rev Fr Raffel officiating. Burial will follow in Scott Depot Cemetery. Rosary will be said at 8 pm Thursday at Gatens Mortuary Poca. Pallbearers named.
Edgbert Sylvester Gillispie died yesterday at his home in Michigan aged 78 or 74 per report. Survived by brothers Wayne of Detroit and Lemuel of Sanford and sisters Lennie, Emma, Edna Gillespie of Sand Creek. Also noted: Judges James B. Riley W. T. Lovins and Clerk Kenneth Hines will attend a Fourth Circuit judges conference in Asheville, North Carolina.
Motorists received a 15 day extension for the automobile license period until July 15. Commissioner Don McClaugherty announced the change and explained plates expiring July 1 remain valid through July 15.
Senators report Mayor calls businesses to shut early Friday as Little League and Montgomery Ward Hickels parade groups join Stonewall Jackson band under Edgar Loar. Herbert Vaughan, acting for RB G Wil, coords Charleston high band prep for parade crowds. Police chief orders extra officers, four motorcycle escort to lead the parade, two large keys prepared by Carey to be presented by Mayor Copenhaveft during welcoming ceremonies.
Ravenswood set to kick off its six day centennial celebration at noon Tuesday with a mayoral proclamation, a band parade, bells, and a 7:30 p.m. concert at Flinn Field headlined by Frank A. Knight. A coronation and ballet follow, with pageants, contests, rodeos, parades, and a grand finale wheel of progress through Sunday featuring church service by Dr. Waterman and a host of local dignitaries.
Juanita Canterbury 18 of Clendenin drowned Monday in the Elk River. Service at 2 p.m. today at Butt Lick Gnépel Tabernacle. Burial at Board Cemetery with Hess and Ratlifer mortuary of Clancath in charge. Also noted are obituaries for Leroy Carder and other local services and deaths in the region.
Chief Simms issued a warning that truck drivers with loud exhausts would be arrested within city limits starting today. The move follows complaints from residents near state and national highways about sleep disruption from roaring engines, mainly targeting tractor trailers with certain engines. Authorities warned all trucking company owners to comply or face arrest.
Mrs Margaret Ann Maw Griffith aged 92 of Montgomery died yesterday after a long illness. Born August 5 1859 in England she came to Coalburg 71 years ago and moved to Montgomery in 1892. Survived by seven daughters, one son Bert Griffith, 19 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Body at B C Hooper Funeral Home Montgomery.
Mrs Mary Ann Scragg 84 of Whitesville died Wednesday in the Open Door Emergency Home after a long illness. Widow of John Scragg who died in April 1850. Survived by three sons Oley Scragg Waynesboro Va Albert Hernshaw Clyde Rutland Ohio, five daughters Ethel Stuart Marmet Myrtle Stone J A Smith Marmet Esther Taylor Coal Fork Opal Alderman Fairmont, three brothers Lloyd Stephenson Beckley Frank Owens Lee South Charleston, two sisters Betty Clark Loudendale Alice Fox South Charleston. Body at Cunningham Mortuary.
The Office of Price Stabilization filed injunction proceedings in Elkins against the slaughtering firm of E. Whitehair and Sons located in Terra Alta. Eston B. Stephenson said the company has been investigated for alleged overcharges and sale of ungraded meat, operated by Enzer Roy and Walter Whitehair.
Wayne West Virginia June 25 Floyd Pelfrey 66 deputy jailer and sheriff’s uncle was found under a tree at his home with two bullet wounds in the mouth. Friends said he had been in ill health. An attendant at Huntington Memorial Hospital said his condition was serious.
Gideon convention wraps with state cabinet meeting at 2 p m and auxiliary session led by Mrs J R Waybright. A luncheon at 12 36 at New China Restaurant features Mrs George W Ochmeeke speaking. Officers to be elected and installed by P J Zondervan. Bible placements in hotels and schools total over 7 million Testaments, with more than 100 000 distributed in West Virginia.
Kilgore argues that current market conditions disadvantage aluminum and that steam plants burning coal can smelt metals at costs equal to or lower than hydro power. He notes a West Virginia plant would be farther from Russian air bases than a British Columbia facility, affecting logistics.
The Eighteenth Ward Club Alzoe will meet at tonight in Charleston Recreation Center to elect officers and discuss civic activities for the year. Joe A. Eads Jr. is president of the organization.
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