19 Dec 1952
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Newspaper
Daily Capital News
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1952
Page
1
Allied fighter bombers pounded a major enemy troop concentration 20 miles south of Pyongyang as Communist leaflets urged Yankee to go home. A MIG jet was shot down, two damaged, and Lt. James Low of California credited with the downed plane.
Edward J. Florio a union organizer tied to New Jersey docks acknowledged in federal court that he gave false information to a New York grand jury investigating waterfront rackets. The 13- year old defendant swore he thought he was telling the truth, saying he made a mistake as he faced two perjury counts accusing him of lying about receiving two $1,000 checks from a Hoboken stevedoring company.
The jury acquitted Riek and Barnes of the second degree murder charge after defense and rebuttal witnesses described the high speed chase, shots fired, and driver actions. Testimony covered tire shots, police pursuit tactics, and statements by Austin’s widow and others about the night of July 25 into July 26.
Two former Howell County treasurers Paul and Harry McGoldrick were cleared today of about $20,000 in county funds in a special circuit court session. Five of the original seven counts were dismissed, ending three-year-old charges against the brothers.
Secretary General Trygve Lie asked the General Assembly for guidance on handling United Nations employees charged by the United States with subversion. A panel of three jurists urged firing disloyal Americans and removing non American U N staff involved in subversion or spying. The Steering Committee voted 12 to 12 to discuss the matter when the Assembly meets by February 24.
Three Democratic attorneys were certified for appointment as a circuit court judge to succeed Emory H. Wright. Names: J Marcus Kirtley J Donald Murphy and Henry E Reiderer. Governor select by Forrest Smith.
Thirteen Jefferson Citians serve on Missouri State Advisory Committee for the 1953 March of Dimes. Wilbur Starcup of Columbia chairs the panel with members including James R. Amos Chet D. Balmer and Frances Crank. Gov. Forrest Smith and other state leaders join to guide campaign in Missouri's 114 counties.
The article recounts a dramatic late night surgical decision affecting twin infants. One twin named Roger faced ongoing shock and precarious health while surgeons chose a riskier path for the stronger responder. An emergency tracheotomy aided Roger’s breathing as parents Hoyt and Mrs Brodie of Moline, Illinois watched closely.
A team of Senate economists on December 18 called rapid population growth a key prosperity factor for the coming years. They warned forecasts depend on limited government spending and tax cuts after 1954, noting population increases could drive demand for goods, services, housing, and schooling, with billions in potential economic benefits.
Washington reports the U S government has sent a note to Communist Czechoslovakia requesting the prompt release of Noel and Hermann Field, American brothers who disappeared mysteriously behind the Iron Curtain. The note stresses concern and seeks immediate action amid Cold War tensions and diplomatic protests.
Tokyo report says the United Nations Command admits a Communist claim an Allied plane flew over the Panmunjom armistice conference area Tuesday. Communists filed a protest Wednesday. The U N note replies the incident was unintentional and regrets it, with measures taken to prevent recurrence.
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