03 Jun 1951
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Newspaper
Council Bluffs Nonpareil
Location
Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1951
Page
1
The piece lampoons tobacco advertising as a medieval battle among cigarette brands. It weighs dramatic lines on brands like Mil der Than Milk Philharmonic Puffs and Surfer Sulfa, then condemns hype and false claims while urging truthful pitches to musicians tycoons and criminals alike.
Premier Mohammed Mossadegh, after leaving a fevered sickbed, refused to enter talks with a British mission until Iran's oil nationalization law is clearly recognized. He read Truman's letter to a secret senate session, noting Britain had not committed to nationalization in principle. Mossadegh’s aide warned Iran has burned bridges, threatening prosperity or destruction for all.
In Brescia, Italy, a high speed electric train crashed into a truck and trailer carrying workmen near Pisogne on Saturday. Twelve people died and twenty nine were injured, with authorities listing the victims and the accident scene under investigation.
Large areas remain groggy from a rare weather binge as forecasts call for cool Southwest readings with highs near 60 in Council Bluffs and rain in Rapid City. Severe storms, floods, and drought stretch from Alabama to Colorado, with seven deaths nationwide and rivers rising in Iowa and Nebraska.
Former Judge Spencer E. Stup of Charlesville recalled his wife's lost gold wedding ring from 1925. While walking a cornfield recently he spotted a bright object in the weeds and realized it was the ring, bringing a long-awaited reunion.
Linn County Coroner Robert Brosh ruled the death of 35 year old Strickle, a city water works meter reader, accidental after he fell into a manhole Saturday morning and broke his neck.
Paul Brummer, farmer near Bentley, reports lightning killed 50 spring pigs weighing about 75 pounds each, value around 1200 dollars largely covered by insurance. All died in a sleeping quarters unit with one survivor. about 150 pigs elsewhere escaped damage. Alvin Brummer’s 4-H pigs in a separate unit were unharmed, with his grand champion exhibited at last fall’s fair.
The United States imposed a travel ban on American citizens to communist Czechoslovakia, citing the William Oatis arrest and a pattern of incidents involving Americans. Officials noted earlier bans on Yugoslavia and Hungary have been lifted, leaving the Czechoslovak ban in place.
The army reports nearly one third of 200,000 Chinese and Korean prisoners were persuaded to surrender through psychological warfare. Brig. Gen. McClure notes potential new methods including missiles with loudspeakers and remote controlled aircraft dropping leaflets. LEaflet and radio campaigns have spread over 400 million leaflets in Korea from planes and artillery shells.
In Reno Nevada ten year old Jeanette Curnow was killed during a play session with her babysitter Roxanna Miller aged 16. Roxanna aimed a pistol at Jeanette and fired. Roxanna had mistakenly picked up a loaded .32 caliber pistol instead of a cap pistol.
Postmaster General Jesse M Donaldson agreed to approve construction of a new federal building in Council Bluffs and will urge GSA to speed a rehab report. Rep Ben Jensen said a $1.9 million project is under consideration with hearings to follow. The old building will be demolished after a $27,748 wrecking bid.
Shenandoah approves an addition to Hand Memorial Hospital with an architect’s sketch on page 6. A town effort aims to expand facilities as part of a broader hospital program. The piece notes a $180 000 modernization project tied to a police radio system upgrade and highlights a new automotive rehabilitation program at Fort Madison state prison with coverage on related pages.
U S Eighth Army commander says there is no link between orders to halt pursuit of communist forces in Korea and reports of possible peace moves. London officials note British leaders see a psychological moment near for a solid peace move due to recent communist defeat. Diplomatic informants say the British embassy will seek a review with the U S state department to explore an end to the conflict if a real settlement is assured. Secretary Acheson told the MacArthur inquiry the U S would halt fighting at the parallel with a genuine agreement.
U S Eighth Army headquarters reports peace rumors among front line troops as negotiations and proposals for ending the Korean conflict are discussed. General Van Fleet states no link between battle plans and any top level directives. Trygve Lie calls for a renewed effort to end the fighting. UN forces have repelled the aggression and held the 38th parallel.
U N troops pushed at red positions north of the 38th parallel as the allied offensive neared completion. The Eighth Army said the pursuit phase ended, not tied to peace talks, with Reds retreating beyond possible encirclement after heavy losses. Frontline censorship eased slightly while Reds pressed on central and southern sectors.
Michael Proxy, 328 Lincoln Avenue, was elected president of the Iowa Elks Association at the annual convention in Des Moines. He succeeds William C. Brunk of Ottumwa. Other officers named include Dean Tucker of Sioux City as west Iowa VP, Sid Frommell of Dubuque as northeast VP, Ray Slavata of Iowa City as southeast VP, Sanford Schmaltz of Muscatine as secretary, and A. P. (Mike) Lee of Marshalltown as treasurer. The new officers will be installed Sunday, with three high school seniors receiving scholarships for patriotism and worthiness: Benny Lou Bean of Clinton, Thomas E. Yager of Burlington, and Myrna Louise Ann of Fairfield. Boone and Decorah lodges won ritual contests Saturday. convention ends Sunday.
New York reports smaller merchants across the nation pledge a collective immediate 20 percent price rollback. Henry Modell, president of the Smaller Businessmen's Association and owner of a metropolitan chain, says the move is a response to the public's demand for lower living costs. Modell notes the association has 2,000 members.
Sixteen residents filed a petition with the city council on Saturday seeking paving of Sixth Avenue between Thirty-fifth and Thirty-sixth streets. The average abutting property owner would pay about 10 cents per day for ten years to cover the cost.
Secretary of State Acheson told Senate committees the United States might halt fighting at the 38th parallel if assurances are given against renewed communist aggression. He said a real settlement could lead to a peacetime status and removal of troops, while opposing MacArthur’s plan for a broader war.
Washington a politic al storm surrounds Dean Acheson as he testifies before the MacArthur inquiry committee. His future as secretary of state hinges on whether he wins backing against Republican critics and diplomats who doubt his stance. Acheson faces impatience and questions, with officials noting the high personal cost of public service.
Transit President James Reiger stated on Saturday the company has no plans to quit or sell out. He dismissed circulating rumors and affirmed ongoing operations and commitments to service.
Government report shows nearly 5 million dollars a year diverted from state unemployment funds by fraud. About half recovered. 29,644 individuals caught in six months with 2.25 million dollars overpayments. Fraud persists despite efforts by federal and state agencies and support from the American Newspaper Editors group.
The Weather Bureau reports Sunday will be partly cloudy and cool with a high near 60 in Council Bluffs and vicinity. Sunday night will be fair and cool with a low in the low 40s. Winds NW at 15 mph morning, showers or thunderstorms possible in extreme east areas of the region with cooler northwest temperatures and warmer western readings across Nebraska and nearby counties.
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