Maryland Crash Ends 53 Lives in Eastern Air Lines Disaster
A four engine Eastern Air Lines DC-4 plunged from 1000 feet into a Maryland wooded ravine killing all 53 aboard. Eyewitnesses reported explosion or sudden loss of power as debris and mutilated bodies lay across a 20 by 75 yard area. Rescue workers recovered 52 identifiable bodies by dawn and investigators began identifications at Bainbridge Naval Training Station. The crash capped a 48 hour string of deadly air incidents including a United Air Lines crash in New York. The flight carried 49 passengers plus crew from Newark to Miami.
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Eastern Air Lines
Here
Bainbridge Naval Training Station
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LaGuadra Field
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Eastern Airlines
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Miami
Fla
Maryland
Memorial Day Observance Draws Record Crowd in Grafton
Thousands filled Grafton streets for the 80th Memorial Day observance including a parade at 9 15 am and services at the National cemetery. Congressman Francis J Love from Wheeling addressed the crowd calling for action against Communism and urging preservation of freedom.
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National Cemetery
Francis J. Love
Wheeling
Love
United States
Jave
Congress
Veterans’ Organizations
United States of America
Memorial Day air crash in Maryland among worst in 24 hours
A series of air disasters killed 92 people in 24 hours and left 30 injured, including a fatal Eastern Air Lines DC-4 crash near Port Deposit Maryland that claimed 53 lives. A United DC-4 crash at La Guardia added 40 deaths, with additional fatalities in Japan Iceland the Netherlands and Alaska pushing the global toll to at least 170. Three people remained missing.
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Associated Press
Japan
Iceland
Netherlands
Alaska
Port Deposit
Eastern Air Lines
Maryland
United Air Lines
New York
la Guardia Field
Theatre ticket insert for Strand and Dixie double feature
The Grafton Sentinel invites J. H. Lindsay of 303 McGraw Avenue to tonight’s cinema program featuring Carryon Passage with Dana Andrews and Susan Hayward at the Strand Theatre or Untamed Fury with Conrad and Conwell and Stars Over Texas with Eddie Dean at the Dixie Theatre.
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The
Grafton Sentinel
J. H. Lindsay
McGraw Avenue
Dana Andrews
Susan Hayward
Strand Theatre
Mikel ‘Conrad
Mary Conwell
Texas
Edie Dean
Dixie ‘Theatre
Temperatures fall to near freezing then rise to 66
Overnight temperatures dipped to near freezing across the county stirring frost fears in some areas. By noon the mercury climbed to 66 as the sun shone. Forecasters expect a return to cloudy conditions tomorrow after today’s mild sunshine.
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Mercury
Nearing Of Election Arouses Voters
In Braxton county jail Clarence Jones 29 of Charleston was jailed after an attempted ride theft from Sheriff Earl Underwood. Jones had escaped twice in recent weeks with Ronnie Barnett of Sutton and Johnny Green of Dain.
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Clarence
Tiz) Jones
Charleston
Thumb
Earl Underwood
Braxton County
Jones
Ronnie Barnett
Johnny Green
Dain
Nibhlos County
Graduating Classes Hear Addresses At Grafton High
Dr William Byrdie addressed Grafton Senior High graduates with focus on individuality and ambition. At Flemington High, Dr Craig spoke to 34 seniors as diplomas were presented by H K Debendarfer. Arthur G Yates supervised Grafton diplomas for 130 graduates. St Augustine High totals twelve graduates with Rev Joseph W Wanstreet delivering the sermon. The community awaits a pivotal city election next Tuesday with five council seats in contention from eight candidates, as 50 percent voter turnout is anticipated.
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William Byrdie
Grafton Senior High School
Fairmont
Taylor County Board of Education
Grafton Senior High
Arthur G. Yates
Board of Education
Kenneth Haun
J. B. Staley
Harry Wilson
Paul W. Shahan
O'Neill
Hostrauser
Chambers
Gaspe
Hildreth
Helen Louise Outright
St. Augustine High School
Joseph W. Wanstreet
Newman Hall
West Virginia University
Morgantown
Michael
Tr Hannon
St. Augustine Church
Grafton
Gayg.pff
Russell Gordon Dotson
Robert Francis Gerkin
Fred Chester Graham
William Allen Murray
Melvin Sinclair
Robinson
Arvy Wagner
Howard Deai Wiles
Victor Cole Willhide
Russell Pushes Immediate Start on 1949 Budget
Senator Russell of Georgia urged Congress to begin detailed analysis of department needs for the 1949 budget to avoid working in the dark. He called for organizing a staff to study government expenditures starting July 1, 1948, and praised timely knowledge ahead of the presidential budget. Teletype quotes also note Taft agreeing on early steps to equip Congress with information.
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Jack Bell
Washington
Russell
D-Ga
Congress
Senate Appropriations Committee
Congressional Budget Committee
Georgia
Taft
Ohio
Republican Policy Committee
De Gasperi Completes Italian Cabinet With Communists
Premier Designate Alcide De Gasperi finalizes a cabinet without Socialist or Communist members, marking a government of Christian Democrats and Independents. The lineup includes Carlo Sforza as foreign minister and Luigi Einaudi to balance the budget. two designees await final approval. The move draws leftist criticism as ministers prepare to swear in before President De Nicola.
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McKnight
Rome
Alcide de Gasperi
Italy
Enrico de Nicola
de Gasperi
de Gasper
Carlo Sforza
Luigi Einaudi
Bank of Italy
Christian Democrat
Mainsec
Degasperi
Funeral Rites for Elm Clarence Lambert Mayor of Ellenboro
Funeral rites for Clarence B. Lambert 63 longtime mayor of Ellenboro since 1928 will be held Sunday. Lambert died Thursday night after a heart attack in Ritchie County. He led the village through many years of growth and service.
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Ellenboro
Clarence B. Lambert
Ritchie County
Lambert
Ee Ree
Hungarians Name New Premier When Nagy Resigns
Hungary's cabinet named Lajos Dinnyes to succeed Ferenc Nagy as premier after Nagy resigned while on vacation in Switzerland. Istvan Kertesz was appointed to replace Foreign Minister Janos Gyongyosi, with elections set for September amid reports of communist pressure and moves toward a police state.
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Lajos Dinnyes
Ferenc Nagy
Switzerland
Istvan Kertesz
Rome
Janos Gyongyosi
Sfuchmg
Nagy
Zoltan Tildy
Hungary
Turnesa Wins British Amateur Title in Close Match
Turnesa of White Plains defeats Walker Cup teammate Dick Chapman of Pinehurst 3 and 2 in 36 holes to capture the British Amateur Championship at Carwoustie. He trailed five holes early, flipped the match by the 27th, led through the afternoon, and closed out Chapman on the 34th green with steady putting and clutch chipping.
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Carwoustie
Willie Turnesa
White Plains
Dick Chapman
Pinehurst
Turnesa
Chapman
Willie
Turesa
Joe
Will Dedicate Scout Camp Today Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Dedication and homecoming exercises proceed for Boy Scout Troop Three’s new memorial home Camp LeRoy Edwards despite storm damage. Scouts repaired the porch roof after tornadic winds, with a 5:30 p.m. homecoming dinner for scouts and leaders, followed by a 7:30 p.m. public dedication service marking the troop’s tenth anniversary.
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Camp
LeRoy Edwards
Servicsc
Belington Mayoralty Case Heads to Court Monday
Philippi May 31 A Belington circuit court action seeks to oust Mayor Guie Lutz for not paying taxes on at least $500 assessed property as required by the city charter. Prosecutor William T. George Jr states the case hinges on whether Lutz met the tax payment condition.
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Philippi
Belington
Guie Lutz
W. Merle Watkins
William T. George, Jr
Lutg
Tributes Paid to America's Soldier Dead Worldwide
Nations honor the American war dead with ceremonies in Manila Arlington and Tokyo as leaders urge vigilance and readiness. President Roxas remarks in Manila echo global remembrance while Roosevelt attends a graveside service with family. Military figures in Europe Asia reinforce resolve to support the United States.
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Associated Press
United States
Globe
America
Manuel Roxas
Philippines
Manila
Europe
Wilhelmina
Netherlands
Pierre DuPong
Luxembourg
Paul Ramadier
Arington Nations
Roosevelt
Patterson
Eles
Edict Roosevelt
Dutchess County
Lucius D. Clay
Hamm
Germany
William Chase
Tokyo
James Lester
Kokura
Japan
Recount Sought In Wheeling Municipal Vote
The central counting board met in Wheeling to arrange a recount of last week’s municipal election ballots. Director Frank Camilletti said two defeated incumbents requested a recount of council races.
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Wheeling
Central Counting Board
Frank Camilletti
Truman Signs Aid Bill for War Devastated Nations
President Truman signed a 350 million dollar relief bill for war devastated Europe and Asia. Secretary Charles G. Ross announced the approval and an executive order delegating board authority to the Secretary of State for administering the relief program.
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Washington
Truman
Europe
Asia
Charles G. Ross
Mr. Truman
Coal union dispute over 35 cent wage raise ends talks
May 31 Washington rapid-fire report says John Lewis and soft coal operators, representing 15 percent of the bituminous industry, rejected a 35 cent per hour raise as unreasonable. Negotiations collapsed after brief talks, with a July 1 deadline set to avert a potential midyear walkout by 400,000 soft coal miners. Operators warned higher wages could drive business away. both sides left negotiations and departed the hotel. OPS HOLD page 3
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Washington
John’ L.lewis
Lewis
United Mine Workers
Sesh
Charles O'Neill
OPS
Memorial Day weekend death toll rises nationwide
The extended Memorial Day weekend saw at least 190 fatalities from accidents and plane crashes across the nation. Reports note multiple crashes and rising death counts, with incidents in New York and Port Deposit Maryland among the highlights of the fatal weekend.
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New York
Port Deposit
Pet i Sons
London Styles Break Over For Bright Colored Hats and Accessories
London observers note a vogue shift toward vivid hats and accessories as shoppers fill Piccadilly and Bond Street. The pink cream and blue hats draw attention amid a fishy Bri way atmosphere, with bold yellow neckties among the standout pieces.
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Junior
Piccadilly
Bond Street
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