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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1951
Page
4
The text notes Mickey Cohen, a West Coast gambler, was targeted by federal tax authorities for income tax evasion. Potential penalties include up to 20 years in prison and a $40,000 fine. It also alludes to ongoing shootings aimed at Cohen and possible consequences of a conviction.
In Mobile the nurserymen at a convention say last winter was the coldest in 17 years causing potential losses up to 10 million dollars. They estimate it will take ten years to replace plants killed and urge memory of the severe cold.
Hal Boyle reflects on a year of war in Korea, assessing what has been achieved and the cost. The column weighs strategic gains against human impact and questions future prospects in the Korean conflict.
By HAL BOYLE. The piece weighs the cost and gains of Korea in the UN police action. It notes more than 70 000 Americans hurt killed or missing and estimates huge Korean civilian losses. It praises U N resolve and warns Stalin misjudged by overpromises while acknowledging the heavy human toll.
Senate crime committee notes reveal the liquor industry resists self policing and federal overreach. Industry leaders say states should regulate alcohol with limited federal tips sharing, arguing anti trust laws prohibit producers from cutting off wholesalers. Former Chairman Estes Kefauver calls the reply unsatisfactory.
The industry argues that control of alcoholic beverage distribution rests with states citing constitutional police power. They claim interstate shipments fall under federal regulation but fear a shift to state oversight would raise racketeering concerns. Senators question the motive, suggesting the move risks looser oversight amid racketeering fears.
The public learns Lieut General Wedemeyer has previously backed General Marshall, shown in earlier support during the MacArthur hearings. The article notes this prior alignment contrasts with later testimony against Marshall.
The piece quotes Emerson on friendship, noting a true friend offers confidence, care, and honest support through health, work, aims, and plans. It emphasizes forgiveness, forbearance, time, affection, and shared joys and sorrows as core to lasting friendship.
The Casablanca talks pitted Wedemeyer against the Italy invasion idea preferring a cross channel assault on Hitler. The plan aligned with Russian wishes but Wedemeyer and Marshall remained friends as Wedemeyer rose despite British moves to sideline him after Casablanca.
The text traces General Wedemeyer’s transfer from European to Far East command after joint US British planning. It notes his push to succeed MacArthur in Tokyo, friction with Marshall, and his resignation while eyeing UC Los Angeles presidency amid rivalry with General Clark.
A confidential Agriculture Department survey warns the U S population is outgrowing food supplies. It says to avert shortfalls in meat cotton wheat and feed grains drastic yield increases and a state like Iowa would be needed to maintain production.
Looking Ahead Washington reports the draft law keeps some 4-Fs eligible for call only if they flunk pre induction mental tests. Physical standards are at January 1945 level and large scale inductions of present 4-Fs and 3-A with one dependent won’t begin before September. Local boards expect new regulations in July with examinations unlikely before late August.
The Agriculture Department predicts a population surge of two million annually through the 1950s, with meat demand rising to 160 pounds per person while supply lags. The study notes limited land for cultivation and outlines a 1952 need for 10 million extra tons of feed grains to maintain current consumption.
A memo argues that to produce 10 million tons of feed and meet rising meat demand, the U S would require millions more acres. It proposes boosting fertilizer use, noting one ton of nitrogen could yield 14 acres and that the U S underuses nitrogen compared with Holland.
The Office of Price Stabilization will focus on writing industry specific regulations as it expands its price program. Expected next rules will cover exports manufactured rubber products and rugs and carpets.
A forthcoming advisory panel under Eric Johnston's stabilization agency will help set salary ceilings for talent in entertainment from strip-tease to opera. The board faces tough questions on valuing rising Broadway stars and models whose earnings vary with age and appearance.
Congressional backers of federal pay raises keep a low profile amid the budget-slashing wave, hoping for a chance in a month or two. The Internal Revenue Bureau tells welfare boards that infirm older pensioners hiring helpers owe Social Security tax if the helper qualifies. A tax court ruling holds termite repair costs cannot be deducted from personal income tax returns.
The Interior Department has not chosen a new home for the trust territory of the Pacific passing from Navy control July 1. Former Senator Thomas of Utah serves as High Commissioner with temporary offices in Honolulu as Interior eyed Saipan for an administrative center, a plan likely blocked by CIA occupation.
Riverfront crowds seek relief from heat as a yacht club motorboat display cools the area and marks the harbor’s dedication. Lions Club ushers in a new year with committees led by Vic Bobbett and Bud Kramer while Rotary readies Ed Price’s successor Al Sherton.
In Washington reports Vice President Barkley would be 75 in November 1952 if the national election occurs. Democratic chairman William Boyle says Democrats expect the Kentucky senator to seek reelection should President Truman run again.
British and American military leaders will tour Yugoslavia in coming months to study modernization of forces under Prime Minister Tito. The visit aligns with a joint aid plan to strengthen Yugoslav military and economy.
West Germany debates a border protection force of about 10,000 troops by year end. The Baltic coast will see police deploy mobile units equipped with automatic weapons amid heightened security concerns.
Private John Ridgeway son of Mr and Mrs Freddie Ridgeway 316 5th Avenue Decatur Alabama recently received the Combat Infantryman Badge for his dedicated work on the Korean battlefield. A machine gunner with the 17th Infantry Regiment Buffaloes Ridgeway and fellow soldiers advanced forty five miles in three days near Hwachon capturing over two hundred prisoners and loading forty truckloads of enemy supplies. Ridgeway a Austinville High School graduate.
W. H. Lakey will head Decatur Council No. 81 Royal Select Masters of Masons for the coming year. New officers elected and installed include Karl Emens deputy illustrious master, C. B. Kenton principal coordinator of work, Sam Wheat treasurer, B. J. Nelson recorder, Ira F. Cobb captain of the guard, O. M. Lawrence conductor of the council, E. M. Frazier steward, Dr. W. W. Glass chaplain, and W. H. Moore sentinel.
The Grand Canyon of the Colorado measures 217 miles in length and reaches depths of over a mile in certain areas, illustrating its vast scale and geological prominence.
Patients at a Denver chiropractic hospital invite others to hear their recovery stories. The ad touts progress in body and mind health and invites those with illnesses to seek treatment at the facility located in Denver, Colorado.
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