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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1950

Page

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Big 3 backs Western Reich link to Europe and Berlin

London reports the Big Three foreign ministers agree on integrating West Germany into a Western European framework and continuing Allied rights in Berlin. They accuse Russia of grave human rights violations by delaying repatriation, vow to seek information on prisoners in the Soviet Union, and support free elections for German reunification while Berlin’s status remains a point of negotiation.

Western Reich Europe London Germany United States Britain France Berlin Russia Sormer Rissia Easa Soviet Union Robert Sehuman U. S Dean Acheson Ernest Bevin Trve Roissia Lastavoel Smmny Vetuinn Tives

Murray Says U S Playing With Reds in Labor Strife

Atlantic City March 3. CIO President Murray denounces communism and left wing groups as sitting on their fat rumps and selling out American workers for foreigners. He argues employers will avoid Communists while praising Soviet ally status during World War II but warns about future Red influence.

Atlantic City Vich CIO Philip Congress Murray United Strelata’ Convention CTO America Mirtas Soviet Russia

RAF Men Missing After Plans Collide in Egyptian Desert

Eleven RAF servicemen are missing and presumed dead after a collision between a British Vampire fighter and a Lincoln bomber over the Ismailia region near the Suez Canal in the Egyptian desert. Both aircraft burst into flames. cause of the crash is undetermined. The bomber crew numbered about seventy. one survivor aboard the lighter is reported.

Ismaila Egypt Ila RAF Suez

Dennis Starts One Year Contempt Term for Dennis

Alam WAshington May Igene Dennis general secretary of the Communist party began serving a year in jail for contempt of Congress from 1947 with a $1,000 fine. He also faces five years and a $10,000 fine in New York for conspiracy to overthrow the Government, with appeals ongoing.

Eugene Dennis Communist Party United States District of Columbia Congress Howard Johnson Alam Washington Igene Dennis David A. Pine Dennis Supreme Court New York Pine

Southern Senate Debate on FEPC Bill Talk

Lucas warned Dixie senators he would move to end debate on the Fair Employment Practices Commission bill unless Southern opponents allow Senate consideration. The bill would establish a commission to prevent discrimination in hiring firing or promotion based on race color religion or national origin.

Donaldson Upsets Postal Outback Policy Moves

WASITINGTON May 12 General Jesse M Donaldson says he will keep the outbacks ordered last month by the postal service. He argues complaints are inflated by union influence and has cut residential mail delivery to once daily and reduced business area delivery. Office window hours and post office hours were trimmed. The House Post Office Committee approved a resolution seeking rationing of services.

Wasitington Jesse M. Donaldson Postal Service Letter Carrions Union Donaldson House Post Office Committee

U S May Seek Czech Diplomatic Ouster

Washington on May 12 reports a State Department draft demand for mass Czech diplomat expulsion in retaliation for Czechoslovakia electing two thirds of American diplomats abroad. If enacted, about 27 of 30 Czech staff would depart, with 49 of 87 US diplomats in Prague and Bratislava affected, potentially closing Prague or Slovak consulates and shrinking Washington embassy staff.

Washington Lri United States State Department Czechoslovakia U. S Prague Bratislava Ankyrin New York Fittsburgh Cleveland

U.S. Suit Seeks Gas Price Slash

The government filed an anti trust suit in Los Angeles seeking lower gasoline prices and to end California voluntary oil conservation. Seven majors named: Standard of California, The Texas Co. of New York, Shell of New York, Tidewater Association of New York, Richfield of Los Angeles, General Petroleum of Los Angeles, Union of California. The action seeks dissolution of the California Conservation Committee, ending voluntary practices not by state law, wholesale and retail separations, price posting bans, and outlawing exclusive contracts with service stations.

Los Angeles California U.S Grand California Conservation Committee Lane Company Compan Fces Standard of the Texas Co NewWork Shell of New York Tidewater Associaten of Richfield of General Petroleum For Union of California

Coal Troubles and Mob Savagery Mark 1922 Mine War

The Gazette recounts brutal coal mine strife led by Herrin and the 1922 mob killings, contrasting mine owners’ blame with violent actions. It notes John L. Lewis's hard line in 1920 7.50 day wage debates, the 1922 strike, and a Southern Illinois coal company strip mining and shipping coal to Chicago amid high prices as officials moved to suppress union activity. The piece previews West Virginia treason trial associations and futures of labor conflict.

Raymond KR. Murphy The Gazette West Virginia Charles Town John L Lewis Central Coiteact Lewlaly Werrin Marion Southern Illinsig Coal Co Chicago William J. Lester Presidential Sha K. McDowell

40000 Escape From Winnipeg Flood Dangers

Winnipeg faced a rising Red River with dikes under strain as more than 40000 residents fled the flood swept city. Relief officials warned the exodus would deepen while railways and roads moved evacuees to safety and authorities prepared for potential dike breaches.

Winnipeg Red River Prairie City Brig R. EB A. Morton Red River Valley Canadian Pacific Canadian National Railways Sanger Zone Morton Lfour Simonite Bank of Montreal Douglas L. Carmobella Manitoba

Patient Dies After Gas Label Mix-Up at Port Jervis Hospital

May 12 Port Jervis New York authorities say a patient at St Francis Hospital died during surgery after carbon dioxide gas was administered from a cylinder labeled oxygen. John McCovey Ray an Erie Railroad conductor of Port Jervis was on the operating table for stomach ulcers when anesthesia was given. An investigation by Orange County district attorney Clare J. Hoyt and Port Jervis acting police chief John J Boogue found the cylinder was mislabeled. The hospital did not appear at fault. The incident is reported to have occurred during preparation for surgery.

Port Jerves St Francis Hospital John McCovey Ray Erie Railroad Port Jervis Clare J. Hoyt Orange County John J. Boogue

Ten Thousand Pledged In MH Fund Drive Effort Intensifies

Despite rain, Marr Harvey building fund campaign workers report day’s gifts and pledges totaling about 10000. Major contributions include First National Bank of South Charleston 2000, Sport Mart 7000, Baker Equipment 1900, Sears Monument 750, Deal H Tompkins 600, Spencer Moore I Co 500, Lincoln Jewelers 225, plus several 5000 in special gifts and additional pledges from neighborhood volunteers. Enthusiasm rose after a Thursday campaign meeting as workers from Bella to South Charleston mobilized.

Marr Arvey Campeien First National Bank of South Charleston Sport Mart Baker Equipment Sears Monument Deal H. Tompkins Spencer Moore I Co Lincoln Jewelers Ision Bella South Charleston

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Age of Miracles Story Promises Medical Breakthroughs

The article promotes a forthcoming feature by Bob Considine on modern medicine, claiming dramatic progress over the past fifty years and the lives saved or improved by medical advances. It teases readers with a glimpse of human stories and scientific breakthroughs to be explored.

Bob Considine Toader

U.S. Rail Strike Talks Fail to Break Deadlock

In Chicago on May 12, U.S. mediator Francis ONeill Jr said the locomotive firemen strike remains deadlocked with no new offer from the union. Despite hopes of a peace break, the board plans to stay in Chicago while gravity of the walkout grows toward 200000 workers amid renewed violence and expanded skeleton service.

Chicago Francis O'Neill, Jr The National Railway Medihebakord Board O'Neill Tosrd Istruck Jinien Washington Atlanta Ge. L. GB. Johnson Farmville Southern Railway Pennsylvania New York Central Southern Santa Fe Southern Railway West Knoxville Tenn Southern R i Indianapoli Cincinnati

Truman Celebrates Government as Business Salvation

President Truman, touring Montana, declares government action has saved private enterprise from socialism and other isms. He contrasts critics and urges courage to use collective strength through government to propel business forward. Economists in Washington forecast record 1950 volumes in manufactured goods and housing, with auto output and starts rising toward new highs.

Truman Montana Butte Washington Avril Tnéustual

Weekly Criticizes Bouchelle Action

Ripley May 13 4 The Jackson Herald accused Kanawha Circuit Judge Julian F Bouchelle today of deciding a case before hearing it argued. The judge declined comment. The Herald said Bouchelle formed a prewritten decision during a recount hearing for a school levy extension and ordered a recount while halting further action to await high court review. The piece notes potential county cost and cites prior similar cases.

Ripley Jackson Herald Kanawha Circuit Julian F. Bouchelle Charleston Bouchelle Shudge Bouchelle Weekly Herald Supreme Court

Capt Yeager Unhurt After Jet Crash at Edwards AFB

Capt Charles B. Yeager, a famed test pilot, escaped injury when his experimental IXF-024 jet crashed after an engine failure at Edwards Air Force Base. The aircraft struck from about 20 feet, suffering heavy damage. Yeager, 27, was unhurt in the third crash of his career.

Maroqu Cal Charles BB. Yoder Porce Edwards Air Force Base Yeder Yeager

Public survey draws sharp comments on traffic plan

Citizens in Charles and south Charleston mock the $25,000 Kanawha Valley traffic survey. Replies express frustration with delays and poor streets, including notes like I waited because I was in a hurry and take the $25,000 and fix the streets. Some admit no personal trips, citing reliance on cabs and buses as they criticize local facilities.

Charles South Charleston Kanawha Valley

Four Hurt In Blue Creek Car Crash Near U S Route

Four people were injured in a two-vehicle crash near Blue Creek on U S Route last night. Ambulance crew report a rear impact and a side collision with injuries ranging from scalp lacerations to leg and eye injuries. Patients transported to Charleston General Hospital include Junior Seals 29 of Pinch with serious injuries to shoulder leg feet and scalp, Nora Smith 33 of Clendenin with serious head injuries, Richard Scott 19 of Pinch with facial lacerations and eye injury, and Mary Jane Smith 17 of Clendenin with scalp wounds.

Blue Creeks Hafer U.S. Re Charleston General Hospital Junior Seals Pinch Nora Smith Clendenin Richard Scott Mary Jane Smith

Solon Denounces Budenz as Liar in Senate Clash

Senator Chavez assailed Louis Budenz as a lying publicity seeker who flaunted a Catholic conversion and used the cross as a club in denouncing Budenz the accuser of Owen Lattimore. Senator McCarthy defended Budenz as courageous and truthful amid smear charges. Budenz, former Daily Worker editor and Fordham professor, could not comment.

Washington Sen. Chaves D-Nm Louis Budenz Owen Lattimore Sen McCarthy R-Wis Budenzy Chavez Senate McCar Buden State Department Budenz Budena Work Year Catholic Aurech Marty Fordham University New York Chavey Bu ‘Deny Lattimore Ala Yage

Firing of Denham Reported in Offing

Washington dispatch reports a widening split between the National Labor Relations Board and chief counsel Robert N. Denham with hints President Truman may fire Denham. Louis G Silverberg, NLRB information director, notes Denham plans to handle his own public relations.

Washington National Labor Relations Board NLRB Robert N. Denham Truman Denham Louis G Silverberg Silverberg Aptatrg Bard Silverberg Paul M. Hernog

Fox pledges guard aid in Operation Coonskin

Brig. Gen. Charlies R. Fox yesterday pledged West Virginia National Guard support for Operation Coonskin, a two day effort to open Croonskin Park. He said tentative U S Army approval was obtained for a temporary pontoon foot bridge over the Elk River to handle crowd access, with plans for three tents as headquarters.

Charlies R. Fox West Virginia National Guard Croonskin Park The Gazelle Jocal Meratractors Assoc Associated General Contractors W. Va U.S. Army Elk River Caonskin Park Rock

Baby A bombs pack big punch

Washington officials say the new tiny bombs, carried by jet planes, could be more powerful than earlier weapons. Details describe a plutonium core, tamper design, and potential for a stronger, longer lasting explosion that may have been hinted after Hiroshima.

Frank E. Carex Washington Hovchers Sinader Japan Eniwetok War Department Eirashima

Charleston Skies May 3 Weather and star positions

The notice outlines sunrise and sunset times for Charleston on May 3 with moon phase details and prominent constellations visible after sunset. It notes the twins star group high in the west at sunset, Betelgeuse setting, and mentions Ariadne and M7 in the sky, with temperatures around Ram and noon estimates.

Promin Betelgeux

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