Dramatize the Danger Drive Aims to Cut California Highway Deaths
Governor Warren urged an all out drive to reduce highway deaths in California. He cited patrol figures showing deaths rising from rural accidents and called for dramatizing the danger to wake the public. Highway Patrol Commissioner Peterson said safety programs partner with the National Safety Council and emphasized enforcement while noting October’s high death toll driven by a few large crashes.
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Warren
Hie Sing
California
Clifford EB
Peterson
Highway Patrol
Nationa Safety Council
Uuit
Nadio Industries
Laborites Beaten in New Zealand Election
In Wellington the Labour government fails to win reelection as Nationalists seize a chunk of seats. Final counts show Labor losing four seats in the House of Representatives, ending a reign begun in 1935 and shifting power after Peter Fraser was returned with a reduced majority.
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Wellington
New Zerland
Holai
Grarty
Nationels
George W. Forbes
Une
House of Representatives
Kig
Einse
Labor Nigtabere
Labor Party
Princ Miniylay
Peter Prager
We Aren't Wacky Roosevelt Opines
In Chicago Roosevelt, seeking the California nomination, said Californians are not wacky but forward thinking. He noted ideas once called nutty there are now widely accepted nationwide. The ex-president's son, James, was mentioned in the dialogue. A separate note mentioned a health issue for Les Griggs of Tolano and a social gathering hosted by Mr. and Mrs. H. I. Merrill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Selective Weed Sprays Explained for Crops
Farm Advisor Lee Benson of the University of California extension outlines why certain sprays may kill weeds while sparing crops. He notes cereal leaves repel sprays, broad leaves absorb more, and weed growth patterns affect spray reach. A new College of Agriculture bulletin offers guidance, with free copies at Hayward extension office.
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Lee Benson
University of California Agricultural Extension Service
Benson
College’ of Agriculture
Agricultural Extension Service
Hayward
California
Local News Snapshots From Alameda and Nearby Areas
Freshmen Albert Alves and junior Eric Lewis navigate USC registration amid campus activity. Alameda residents host Thanksgiving gatherings at 708 Souza Court while regional clubs log social events and birthday observances. Community notes include a Redwood Road ride by Castro Valley Horsemen, moves by the Diekes, and a Portuguese American July observance with speaker Supervisor George Janssen. Town features recount charitable food drives, immigrant Lillak family needs, and reflections on American life through visiting dignitaries and wartime memories.
Old Cars Blamed For Part Of California Accidents
California officials link rising crash rates to aging vehicles. State Motor Vehicles Director Henderson cites a survey showing 66 percent of registered cars are seven years old or older. Highway Patrol Commissioner Peterson supports inspections for mechanical defects and notes postwar growth of California’s car fleet adds to the problem.
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Sacramento
U.A
Oxfornia
AL HH
Heoderson
Motor Vehicles
California
Governug
Bi Warren
Clifford Fr.jiersen
Highway Patrol
Peterson
Catforitla
Berlin crisis to Army chemist corps relocation
After months in Alaska, the Army chemist corps officer moves to a new post traveling nationwide. He previously taught science at Hayward Union High School from 1931 to 1942. Mr and Mrs P J DeBernardi and daughter Darlene visited Santa Rosa, staying with Mr and Mrs Hubert Frise, former Hayward residents. The Women of Mentally Handicapped Children's Organization plan their annual event at 3229 East 8th Street beginning 9 am Saturday.
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Berlin
Alaska
Army Chemicit Corps
Edgewood
Ludecker
Seience
Hayward Union High School
P. J. DeBernardi
Darlene
South Garden Avenue
Santa Rosa
Hubert Frise
Hayward Vers
Beet Industry Asks Sugar Price Hike in Hearing
The sugar beet industry urged Secretary of Agriculture Charles Brannan to raise sugar prices next year. Robert H. Shields, president of the U S Beet Sugar Association, told a department hearing that sugar is the cheapest food on the market and Brannan should raise the price a bit by limiting supply. Brannan will decide how much supply to allow based on the hearing and marketing quotas. The August price of $8.05 per 100 pounds was cited, with the aim to keep prices fair for consumers and producers. A separate notice mentioned a monthly meeting at St Marks church auditorium Oakland on Monday evening. Josef Marais and Miranda plan to perform African folk songs in Oakland February 28, 1950, under Genevieve Wood’s management, with tickets available at Oakland offices.
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Washington
Charles Brannan
Robert H. Shields
U.S. Beet Sugar Association
Brannan
Mississippi
Josef Marais
Miranda
East Bay
Westhike Auditorium
Oakland
Genevieve Wood
Ward-Stokes Incidents Spark U S Prestige Debate
Washington officials view the Ward and Stokes detentions as part of a deliberate Communist effort to erode American prestige in the Orient. Secretary of State Acheson will direct countermeasures while the episode prompts talk of more U S diplomats in China facing pressure, though a naval blockade is not being indicated.
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Washington
Far East
Angus Ward
U.S
Mukden
William N. Stokes
People's Republic
Orient
Dean Acheson
Congress
China
Stokes
Mukdeny
Standard Oil of California Declares Stock Dividend
Standard Oil Co. of California announced a stock dividend of one share for each twenty held after a board meeting. The payout recognizes stockholders and capitalizes reinvested earnings. Dividends go to stockholders of record on December 9 and will be issued January 27, 1950. Fractional shares will be paid in script. A similar dividend was declared last year.
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San Francisco
U.A
Standard Oil Co
California
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Eric Lewis
Hendling
University of Southern California
Sefivel
Alves
Lewis
Harold Jansow
Ite
Clifton Davant
John
Betty
Clara Peterson
Ertua McFall
Alameda
Souza Court
Harold Reeved
Hayward Ypirst
Christian Duceh
Mary Ellen Reevas
Richard
Castro Valley Horsemen Association
Redwood Road
Rifle Grange
Clark
John Belknap
Baird
W. M. Dicke
Marva Drive
Wisk Avenue
Diekes
Unissrea
Moxie
Dr. Dieke
Alameda County
United States
George Janssen
Lockwood School
E. H. Lum
Eden Congregational Church
Lillak
Church
Freda Ludecko
Hay
Germany
Ard
Ae Swhisher
Kaui
Ee —Sa Ee
Atherton Street
ECS Ais
Tll
Ansac
Belvoir
St Marks Church “Auditorium
8Th and Telegraph
Ben. Maniday
Standard Oil of
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Mattresnes
Argains
Hill's Ranch
Niles Rd
Plunge
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