Bridge Nears Reality in Grafton Voted Road Plan
State Road Commission outlines a replacement for Bridge Street in Grafton. The old bridge will be replaced by a nine steel deck truss span two lanes wide, with bids opened in August. Harmony Brothers of Grafton bid on the project as the town, led by Paul Malone, presses for a swift rebuild after over a year of closure hindering traffic and emergency access.
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Marines Plan Expanded Reserve Call Up In 1950s Era Drive
The Marine Corps announces plans to mobilize all 80,000 volunteer reserves along with organized ground and air reserve units to reach about 200,000 active strength. The move coincides with calls for a permanent force of 300,000, as lawmakers press for a larger Marine presence.
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This Day in English and World History Highlights
On this date in 1508 the Spanish Armada was destroyed and in 1673 the Dutch captured New York and New Jersey from the British. John Paul Jones became a Navy captain in 1776, Napoleon sailed to St Helena in 1815, the final WWI Allied offensive began in 1918, six Nazi saboteurs were executed in Washington in 1942, and Russia declared war on Japan in 1945. Today also marks the 65th birthday of theater producer Dwight Deere Wiman and the 74th for Senator Pat McCarran of Nevada.
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Diving Pays Off Lads Find Bike In City Dock Water
A 15 year old Chicago boy diving to earn spending money recovered a red and white pearl bicycle from ten feet of water at a dock. Police say he can keep the bike in a few days if no one claims it.
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Second Reading On Two New Taxes On Lith
The Grafton city council will hold the second readings of ordinances 188 and 189 at the August 15 meeting. Ordinance 188 would levy 50 cents monthly for garbage disposal, and Ordinance 189 would tax professionals 15 dollars yearly or 1.25 per month. The budget will be presented for final approval. A special August 17 session will give a second reading to taxes on automobile licenses and gross sales. Public hearings are open for input.
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Terrell Defends Accused Barboursville Superintendent
The Barboursville state hospital controversy heads to court after a grand jury indicted superintendent Virginia Comstock for manslaughter in the death of inmate Pauline Cook from a large dose of an un adulterated narcotic. An autopsy blamed lobar pneumonia and a Board of Control dismissal of 14 employees followed disagreements with her management.
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New Tokyo Rose Entertains Boys on Seoul Broadcasts
In Seoul, a new woman radio broadcaster aims at American GIs with propaganda in clear English. The GI audience has dubbed her Seoul City Sue as she delivers messages from the Communist-held South Korean capital.
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Governor clamps down on gambling in Florida counties
Florida Governor Warren announces a new stern gambling policy. He will suspend any sheriff or constable found permitting gambling within 30 days, after which excuses will be heard. The governor has sent letters to all 67 sheriffs and 185 constables outlining the crackdown.
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Grafton Welcomes Two Baby Boys
The Grafton City hospital reports three babies born yesterday. Mr and Mrs Paul Roe of 465 West Wilford street welcomed a son at 8 57 p m weight six pounds fifteen and one half ounces. Mr and Mrs Ellis Stewart of Thornton welcomed a son at 8 32 a m weight five pounds two and one quarter ounces.
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War News From World Nations Shapes Military Moves
War reports pour in from numerous nations as the Marine reserves will be activated between August 15 and October 31. Coast Guard seeks to re enlist reserve members ages 17 to 45. Canada and the United States plan to pool war production with a Paris delivered naval aid package and new joint output orders. President Truman weighs an excess profits tax on corporations. France to receive two American destroyer escorts on August 12 in Philadelphia. A defense bill proposal would grant extra pay to infantry GIs in Korea. Senate panel gives Truman broader wage and price controls.
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No Fireworks At Council Open Hearing On The City Gross Sales Tax
The Monongahela Power Co and Hazel Atlas Co representatives voiced opposition to parts of the proposed gross sales tax at a council open meeting. They did not oppose the idea but urged fairness, noting one proposal would impose a rate eight times higher on their firms. About 20 business leaders attended, offering suggestions. The council approved the ordinance as written, with discussion also covering automobile operator fees, drivers licenses, and a $1.00 yearly rate. Victor Willhide presided. Harry Curry presented the ordinances. Charles J. Jarrett of the Grafton power unit said the firms seek fair treatment and community support.
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Wilson quits as Atomic Energy chief over Dean clash
Carroll Wilson resigns as general manager of the Atomic Energy Commission in a broadside against new chairman Gordon Dean. He says he lacks confidence in Dean's program and warns the commission will slow future atomic work by too much intervention. Wilson sent the resignation to President Truman.
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Truman and Johnson denounce Alaska housing strike
President Truman joined Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson in denouncing a strike by Alaska defense housing workers. Johnson later said the stoppage is jeopardizing U S defense housing projects and that the statement had Truman's approval.
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Louis Johnson
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Coast Guard Cutter Heads to Distressed Belfin in Atlantic
A Coast Guard cutter and other vessels race across the North Atlantic to aid the Norwegian freighter Belfin, leaking in heavy seas. The Dexter leads the chase about 900 miles from Newfoundland, with the General J. H. MacRae and Nieuw Amsterdam converging as backups. The cutter is expected to reach the Belfin around 9 40 this morning ED T.
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Stitch In Time Saves Nine in Banford Florida
A report from Banford Florida describes a monkey keeper correcting a wayward monkey with quick discipline. When the animal acted up the keeper briefly restrained the creature, resulting in Davis needing two stitches for a minor injury.
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