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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1949

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Envoys Draft Plan to Build Reich Economy

Bonn Nov 13 Envoys plan a Western trio led by Britain France and the United States to aid German recovery. Secretary of State Acheson said Paris decisions should help integrate Germany into Europe while dismantling factories for reparations remains under discussion. Adenauer and Schumacher met Acheson after talks with West German leaders.

Bonn Germany Dean Acheson Sait Paris Britain France U. S Acheson Ampringan Joan J. McCloy Frankfurt Konrad Adsnauer Petersburg Toearn Theodor Seuss Kurt Schumacher Social Democratic Secres Adenauer Ender Europe Adenance

City demands probe into spectator beating at Laidley Field

Mayor Andrews called for a full investigation after a spectator was beaten at a football game Saturday at Laidley Field. Chief Ray sought eyewitness testimony to present the full story of what witnesses describe as an unprovoked brutal assault on Lowell Slack, 33, of Sock Lake Village. Police note more than 20 witnesses have already shared accounts, with Patrolman Dan Prowse and Patrolman Charles Gibbs named as most involved, while the inquiry faces a potential civil service review and possible dismissal or whitewash concerns.

Andrews Charleston Laidley Field Charles W. Ray Lowell F. Slack Sock Lake Village Slack Lowell Slack Moine Police Civil Service Commission Ray Dan Prowse Capitol Virginia Sts Charles‘ Gibbs

Federal payroll rise costs taxpayers about 227 each

An Associated Press survey shows the federal payroll at 10.206 billion for the year ending June 30, with about 227 dollars per taxpayer. Military pay totals 3.574 billion and civilian pay 6.64 billion, with 62 percent of wages going to armed forces.

Washington Congress Associated Press Uncle Sam

Defense Chiefs Map Hidden Pentagon Post in Air-Strike Plan

Defense officials study a joint command post location to move the military chiefs if the Pentagon is attacked. The effort forms part of dispersal plans for essential government facilities amid potential air strikes or war. Funding and federal reserve involvement are tied to Congress, with projections near 500 million dollars under consideration.

Defense Pentagon Washington Joint Chiefs of Staff Thomas B. McCabe Federal Reserve Board Johnson Sen. Wiley R-Wis Congress Federal Reserve Banks Reconstruction Finance Corporation RFC Fulbright D-Ark Capehart Henry J. Kaiser

Bombardier Dream of Washington Target on Radar

Defense experts describe Washington as a bombardier dream due to clear Potomac River radar visibility, precise pinpointing of city buildings from radar images, and the Pentagon’s strong delineation on scans. The capital is said to lie in a broad shallow bowl with limited blast-diverting terrain, enhancing atomic attack potential.

Washington National Capital Potomac River Pentagon Virginia

Seamen Lose Hope Of Saving Hunter On Buoy

French seamen abandoned hope tonight of saving a sea bird hunter stranded atop a gale tossed English Channel buoy last Friday. Marcel Petit climbed the buoy off Cherbourg seeking better shots when a squall prevented his return to his small boat. Rescue craft rushed to aid but were kept at distance by hail.

Cherbourg English Channel Marcel Petit

W A Andrews Dies at 62 in Clendenin

W A Andrews 62 of Clendenin died Sunday morning in Inca Hospital from a heart ailment. Born in Clay to Edward and Eudora Andrews, he taught school, led Clay County schools district, and served 18 years as cashier at Farmers and Citizens State Bank. He was a Mayon and First Baptist Church member. Survived by widow Hattie Strephenson, six sons Thomas, W A Jr, Edward, Jack, Harry, Walter. three daughters Mrs Philip Naylor, Elkview, Nancy and Ruth, eight grandchildren, one sister Mrs C W Welty, Jackson, Miss., and two brothers R Carl and M C Andrews, Charleston.

W. A. Andrews Clendenin Clay Edward( R Eudora Carden Andrews Marshall College Hattia Strephenson Thomas Sbrandon Minn W. A. Jr Edward Jack Harry Walter Philip Naylor Elkview Nancy Ruth Andrews C. W. Welty Jackson

Albanians Reported Seized to Bar Escape

Belgrade based Borba cabled that Albanian Army officers and civilians were being seized in a wave of arrests to stop their escapes into Yugoslavia. The report follows Banias claims of misery and unrest and comes after Yugoslavia ended its treaty with Albania. Albania accused of hostile campaign under Russian influence.

Belgrade T?i Borna Tito Yugoslavia Borba Albania Albbania Russia

McCabe Opposes Gold Coin Circulation and Price Change

Federal Reserve Board Chairman Thomas B. McCabe warned against circulating gold coins and altering the $35 gold quotation. He argued such moves would bring serious disadvantages and could benefit Russia while harming friendly nations. The note follows President Truman’s assertion last week that no change would occur.

Washington Thomas B. McCabe Federal Reserve Board McCabe Russia Truman

Soviet Charge To Stir Debate At U N Session

Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Vishinsky will open the United Nations debate by accusing the United States and Britain of warmongering and urging the General Assembly to outlaw atomic weapons and mass destruction. The U N is expected to hear a two hour ovation for Vishinsky as he outlines a pact for peace by the Big Five Security Council members. Warren Austin will deliver an immediate reply for the United States.

Lake Success Russia United States Britain United Nations Andrei Vishinsky Vishinsky U.N

1942 Bond Issue To Be Redeemed

The Treasury will redeem 1.962 billion dollars of seven year 1942 bonds on March 15, two years early. The entire issue of two percent bonds of 1942-1952, issued Oct. 19, 1942, will be redeemed by exchange offers or new security sales to raise cash. Observers expect new notes with lower interest, possibly 11 1/2 percent.

Washington The Treasury

Laborite Accuses Archbishop of Political Bias in Britain

London reports that Labor war minister Emanuel Shinwell accused Archbishop Cyril Garbett of political bias as ecclesiastical leaders warned Britain faces economic ruin. Bevin predicted Parliament would approve iron and steel nationalization this week, while Garbett urged the government to reveal the crisis facts to the public.

London Britain York Church of England Ernest Bevin Woolwich Emanuel Shinwell Labor Party Newcastle Cyril F. Garbett

ISA Dedicates New Quarters in $300000 citadel

Salvation Army officials and local leaders gathered at the new $300,000 citadel at Tennessee Ave and Wyoming St for a two hour dedicatory ceremony. Lt. Commissioner A.E. Chesham of Atlanta praised the modern facility as a significant charity workshop. Messages highlighted local leaders’ work in making the building possible and its pledge to broader service.

New Citadel cc Dickinson West Salvation Army Building Committee Citadel Tennessee Av Wyoming St John Bivans Salvation Army Gazette 3SA United States A.E. Chesham Atlanta District of Columbia Mexico Mathews Chesham C. C. Dickinson Aard Maj Harry Ward Charleston

Trial of Bridges To Begin Today

SAN FRANCISCO Now 13- The trial of labor leader Harry Bridges on perjury charges tied to his 1945 citizenship hearing opens in federal court in San Francisco with two CIO Longshoremen's Union officers, Henry Schmidt and J. R. Robertson, as co-defendants. Prosecutor F Joseph Donohue and defense chief Vincent Hallinan expect a swift jury, with witnesses like George Wilson slated.

San Francisco INS Harry Bridges Victor CIO Longshoremen’s Union Henry Schmidt J. R. Robertson Bridges Communist Party George B. Harris Eyycon F. Joseph Donohue Vincent Hallinan George Wilson Bridges Defense Committee Bridges Victory Committee Hallinan James Martin Mavinnis Dandhue

Local stores adopt Monday night hours

Nine leading furniture stores announce they will stay open until 9 p.m. each Monday starting today to boost customer convenience. Stores adopting the new schedule include Cavender, Gentry, Globe, Hadley, Hub, Ideal, Lee, National, and Packer's Furniture Co.

Cavender Furniture Co Gentry Furniture Co Globe Furniture Co Hadley Furniture Co Hub Furniture Co Ideal Furnitures Co Lee Furniture Co National Furniture Co Packer's Furniture Co

Lewis Renews Bid To End Steel Strike Talks

Lewis presses for contract talks with CIO United Steelworkers as Wheeling Steel and others move toward Bethlehem pattern deals ending the strike at many plants. About 15 000 Wheeling workers recalled in West Virginia and Ohio as pension provisions and social security tied benefits are outlined.

Pitlsbungh Wheeling W. Wa. Steel Corp CIO United Steelworkers Steel Corp Wheeling West Virginia Ohio Allegheny-Sudium Steel Corp Crucible Steel Pittsburgh Steel Sharon Allegheny-Ludlum U. S. Steel Aluminum Co. of America Steel Indusry

Woman Bitten Trying to Part Fighting Dogs

A 68 year old woman, Mrs. Zella Stump, was badly bitten while attempting to separate two fighting dogs near her home. At Bolatsky Memorial hospital she received treatment for wounds on both hands. Four others were treated at Thomas Memorial hospital for auto accident injuries. Donald Call, 25, and Marian Sullivan, 20, of Hurricane, reported head lacerations from a collision near St. Albans. William Searls, 21, and Pauline Samples, 24, of Hurricane and Spring Hill, respectively, sustained minor injuries in another crash.

Bolatsky Memorial Hospital Zella Stump Thomas Memorial Hospital Donald Call Marian Sullivan St. Albans Call William Searls Hurricane Pauline Samples Spring Hill

Vessel Explodes and Sinks Off Lundy Island

A Spanish freighter exploded and sank in a gale near Lundy Island. Six crew members died, six were missing, and 24 survivors were rescued by dawn. The Monte Guruga, 8554 tons, home port Bilbalo Spain, was en route from Newport to Genoa with coal. Captain Luis Bilbao Munaliz, 43, among saved. distress followed a bow plate failure.

Tlfracombe Eng Lundy Island Bilbalo Spain Newport Genoa M. G. Palmer Hératombe Mbrari+an Luis Bilbao Munaliz

Veep Plane Nearly Collides With Advertising Blimp

Vice President Barkley’s aircraft narrowly missed a collision with a blimp over the Pentagon area as a B-17 from Bolling Field approached National Airport on a return trip from Paducah Kentucky. Bolling officials reported the pilot did not see the blimp and the near miss occurred at about 50 feet.

WaAoshiquauiy, Sons Barkley Pentagon Bolling Air Force Base National Airport Paducah Headquarters Command Air Force Bolling Field William R. Humrhhouse Danville

Wherry Predicts 1950 Voters To Reject Fair Deal

Senate Republican Leader Wherry argued that voters will reject President Truman's fair deal in the 1950 elections. He contested the idea that recent Democratic wins ease enacting the 1848 platform pledges. Wherry said New York and New Jersey results are not decisive and warned that the welfare state threatens free enterprise as the main 1950 issue.

Washington Truman Senate Wherry Nebraska New York New Jersey Sam

Twin Strike Cost Seen in Billions

Washington reports estimate direct and indirect costs of the twin coal and steel strikes reach into billions of dollars. Lost wages and profits across industries and among tradesmen mount, with CIO President Philip Murray proposing $100 monthly pensions and insurance for workers. John L. Lewis concluded his day without gains, viewing the clash as a long fight with mine owners. Estimates place coal strikers' wage losses from $225 to $435 million and steel wage losses around $270 million, varying by workdays.

CIO Philip Murray Murray John L. Lewis United Mine Workers Lewis Pittsburgh

Housing Problems Based In Higher Rent Dwellings

A terrific building boom in higher rent apartments challenges the housing shortage, officials said. FHA will halt new luxury projects in many areas while underwriting remains for lower rent builds. Rent limits for FHA assistance vary by city, with some places capping at 40 dollars monthly for one bedroom and up to 45 dollars for two bedrooms. Washington will welcome low rental projects at 45 to 15 dollars for one bed and up to 45 dollars for two beds under Section 608.

Washingsun Wwov Federal Housing Administration Wen Washington YHA

UMW Boss Waits Move by Owners

Washington November 12 United Mine Workers chief John L. Lewis bid again for peace talks with coal operators saying he awaits their convenience now that the steel strike is virtually settled Government labor officials weigh next steps to avert a nationwide mine walkout set to expire December 1 The operators had walked out and talks stalled while White House steps consider changes Lewis remains in New York awaiting the operators decision and a possible Thursday meeting was called off due to Cyrus Ching's Monday commitments

Washington John L. Lewis United Mine Workers Civet Lewis Lwis White House Cyrus Cling Feders Ching New York United Mine Workers Union New York City Tals

Roving Pickets Halt Coal Dumping at Mines in Philippi

In Philippi 30 cars and 150 men dumped three trucks of coal as roving pickets halted two operations. Troy Isner, 31, a disabled veteran driver, was hospitalized after an ambulance transfer and was described as resting comfortably. Miners’ strike, begun September 1, had paused last week, with operator Daft planning seven days a week since, but all mining and strip mine gear shut down as pickets moved to halt shovel operations.

Philippi Henry Batt Bower Mining Company Flemington Brownton Troy Isner Isner Daft Dafs Datf

Charleston Skies and Regional Forecast Memo

Monday sky notes show Navy sunrise and 2 sunset times with a new moon on Tuesday along with forecasts for visible planets Jupiter Mars Saturn. notes include temperatures across several hours and regions. West Virginia and surrounding states expect cloudy cooler conditions with showers and a cool Monday in Kentucky and Pennsylvania, plus a brief mention of a lunar phase and constellations.

Navy Siren Jupiter Mars Saturn West Virginia Kentucky

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