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Greeley Daily Tribune

Location

Greeley, Colorado, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1951

Page

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City Council Considers Remodeling Central School Funds

City leaders authorize City Attorney Robert Gilbert to draft a regulation accepting 26060 from the community building committee for Central school remodeling. Repayment would come from the Community Building Fund over about two years, with moral rather than legal obligation noted. Discussion covers financing, use, and maintenance costs for the Central school and Youth Center, plus possible donations of equipment and clearer building distinctions.

Robert Gilbert Central School Cly Mmembers Community Activitter Group Price Hopkins L. H. van Merhoof Aftlees

Gambling Probe: Santa Fe Beat Reporter Beaten After Gambling Story

Santa Fe reporter Billy Dailey, crime editor for the Santa Fe New Mexican, was beaten at a local night club on June 13 along with Alderman son Bealey Berntsen and James K. Tiley, after Berntsen had accused city officials of wide open gambling. Dailey filed assault charges against the club operator, while Berntsen and Dailey also face separate complaints. Grand jury action against gambling is being discussed, but no report has been presented to District Judge David Garmoday.

Santa Fe Lsy Billy Dailey Rports Santa Fe New Mexicas Bealey Dob Bernigen City Earnednian George Berntsen Exiatan Santa Fe James K. Tiley Chamber of Commerce Bailey Berntsen Jilin Silva MI Casi Silva Hattery Justice Court Sawnapesne Tennwinjle Jery Sambling Sant Mantoya Alice Bert Princes David Garmoday

Wyoming County Runs Out of Men

Suniance, Wyo, June 1. Crook county reports a draft call with limited eligibility. the county draft board says May tests did not save the men. A second call and a scheduled action are noted, with no additional local measures at this time.

Wyoming County Suniance Wyo Crook County

Weather roundup for 24 hours ending 8

Today's high 84 low 18. Partly cloudy today tonight and Thursday with general showers and isolated thunderstorms. Winds from the south to southwest. New Orleans partly cloudy with widely scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Northeast Thursday.

Ant Central Pordhane

Congress Urged to Tap Clouds and Oceans Soon

Washington officials warned that the United States will face acute water shortages unless it taps oceans and cloud resources promptly. Interior Secretary Wilbur J. Warner testified before a House subcommittee that current shortages will grow more severe if action is delayed.

Washington Wilism EB. Warner

Phone Company Seeks Basis for Rate Increase in Colorado

Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph asks the Colorado Public Utilities Commission to determine the value of its Missouri holdings and a fair return, signaling a rate increase linked to wage and tax changes. The filing notes 435,000 phones in state, construction of $45 million over five years, and a plan for a $100 million program this year. The company claims earnings near 2 percent on state investment after proposed changes, with 24 hour study of holdings following a similar Denver Tramway filing.

Denver Ian Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Company Colorado Pulte Utilitias Commission Nike Communications Workers of Amarin CIO Rale ‘Deresses the Utilities Commission Supreme Court Mountain States Company Denver Tramway Company Tramway Commission Tyan Why Colorado Andrew Koran

Plane crash near Iona leaves pilot uninjured

A plane crash nine miles east of Iona and south of Milton reservoir left the aircraft severely damaged but the lone pilot escaped injury. State patrol and Wald sheriff's office reported the incident Tuesday evening, noting the Conana 140 model struck a fence after scraping the ground. Authorities said William Coomes of Modern Air Service first alerted responders. Patrolman Melvin Houatt secured the scene and provided additional details. The crash near Greeley prompted church notices as a separate item in the day's reports.

Ronald Paget Rowe Fort Ligion Bts Vthe Poiot Sinte Melvin Houatt Ed Gormley

Boy and Grandfather Crowned in Gunnison River

In Gunnison County a boy and his grandfather drowned after the lad slipped on a rock in the Gunnison River and the man jumped in to save him. The tragedy occurred about 27 miles west of Gunnison near Black Canyon, with volunteers and sheriff personnel searching for the bodies.

Gunnison Cale Grand Junction Thalph I Sparksard Grand Junclinn Henry Dm. Smith Fruita Black Canyon Suzanne Hanson Vern Mae Williams Smitty Lake Guimigon Sindh Misa Williams Thale Godas Vasori Hart &. Lashbrook Boises Bontrose Gunnisan Laghbrook

Concession Holders At Military Posts Face Scrutiny

Washington reports private concessionaries at military posts pay no rent to the government yet handle millions in business. Willis, chief of investigations for the GAO, testified before the Senate committee on expenditures in the executive departments about this issue.

Washington Wilis GAO Senate

Riverside Well Drilling Underway Near Riverside

Riverside Well Starts Drilling in section 23 8 42 north of Riverside Powellville as Colorado-Wyoung Drilting Company attempts rapid progress on the wildcat well amid a trial in Abonnon Toray mul war ex pected to advance toward the tip of the Muddy Takati sorter. Gene Gott of Takamil Cy Lonharia minds the Andrews Biata’s of tidin fame. Piva all empany also haw Ar Vitermis te Hin well to an A drake Trrin out by Honolali Oil Bamps.

Colorado-Wyoung Riverside Poannvale Woll Gene Gott Takamil Cy Lonharia Andrews Biata Tidin Piva All Empany Drake Honolali Oil Bamps

John Domke Dies in El Reno at 42

John Domke, 42, died Tuesday in El Reno Oklahoma after an illness of eleven years. He was manager of the J C Penney store there and had worked for the company for 22 years. Survivors include his wife Agnes Smith Domke and two sisters, Hatley Bennett of Greeley and Eil Selander of Denver. Funeral attendance was noted from Greeley and nearby towns.

John Domke Tol Reno Okla J. C. Penney Nomkes Greeley Inchida Agnes Smith Domke Amit Smith Fourteenth Avemie Gideon Domke Comain Giherk

Scout Roundtable Set To Meet Tonight

A Scout Roundtable is scheduled for tonight at 7 p.m. at the Weld cavity venue. Hosts invite local scouts and leaders to discuss upcoming events and activities.

Scout Roundtable

Red Planes Hit in Jet and Prop Dog Fight

Tokyo reports a new air battle in Korea with ten red planes shot down or damaged. US Mustangs overwhelmed propeller planes, while jet MiGs and Sabres clashed at altitudes from 13 000 to 6 000 feet. Four days of air combat left 28 planes destroyed or damaged by UN forces, with ongoing heavy fighting near Punchbowl Valley Kansong and north of Yaupri.

Clen Clements Tokyo torLhwent Korea Punchbowl Valley United Nations Kansong Yaupru Navy Marine Corps Torper Joy

Mickey Cohen Convicted of Tax Evasions

Mickey Cohen was convicted today in Los Angeles of four federal income tax evasion counts. U S District Judge Ben Harrison ordered him jailed pending sentencing. The case stemmed from a longer investigation tied to witness testimony and Cohen's alleged concealment of income over 1940 to 1948. The government seeks up to 40 years and fines up to 340000. His wife Lavanne Cohen faced charges later dismissed.

Ins Angeles Mickey Cohen U. S Ben Harrison Calist Welauver Senate Crime Investigat Barrowers Cohen Buch von Aitha Kefauver U.S Ernest A. Tallin Eald Lavanne Altho Ma Bualnens

Post Office Reports No Air Mail Embargo Amid Strike

Officials say no interruption of air mail service due to the United Airlines pilots strike. Local post office notes all MATS lines and airlines including Frontier and Continental handle mail normally, with additional mail expected but no embargo announced.

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Dr Wood to address Weld County Bar Association

Dr Wood of Columbia University will address the Weld County Bar Association banquet in Greeley on June 26. Introduced by Dr William R Ross, he will discuss education research, and will also teach a summer course from June 25 to August 17.

Ben Wood Bellatain Wad Celumbia University New York City Weld Counsty Greeley Country William R. Ross Colombo Himle College of Siducation Wood Counze Dune Weld Boulder George H. Bradfield Greeley Wood Fas Univerity of Texas Iholas Thorndyke Columbia ‘University Columbia Universi Me Columbin Bureau of Collegiate Educational Research Aince American Council On Education Givi Aeronautics Administration Memy

MacArthur Rejects Invitation To Testify Again

Washington June 25 Gen Dengs MacArthur declines a renewed invitation to testify before the joint inquiry. He states it not in the public interest for him to participate further. The inquiry, led by Wiesenaks arma services and Corstyn rekittens, continues as authorities review the ouster context and related matters. Dina Mra Cecile fishley, 89, mother of Mrs Terman Kilewer, dies at St. Jaiko's hospital after the recent death of her husband Charles B. Raley.

Washington Dengs MacArthur Beikoy Aow Axel Tne Ininiry Pit Bts Proattont Chunirmvan Kussel Gay Wiesenaks Arma Services Corstyn Rekittens Nanntors

Premier Promises to Keep Oil Flowing Amid British Exit

June 18 report of tensions as Iran rejects new British oil payments offer and vows to maintain oil flow. Cabinet meets five hours to decide response as Abadan refinery stance looms. Diplomatic talks with Tehran falter while Britain defends nationals and considers next steps.

Tohrin Wan Mer Mohdnmmad Mosaic Beitain Magsadegh Hussein Fat Abadan Laraeal Merlett Wrlitey Tendora Britain Dritigh Minion Nolita Te Tranians Dritiah House of Commons Wmitan Churetiil

Yankees edge White Sox to take AL lead

Yankees beat the White Sox 2 to 1 as Hank Bauer scores the winner in the seventh inning and adds an eighth inning run. New York holds a half game lead in the American League with Chicago 2 1/2 games back.

Yankees New York New York Yahikees Chi Cagc White Sox Hank Bauer Pierce Masi Lopat Aail Ser Ma Detroit Philadelphia St. Louis Washington

John W Purvis of Johnstown Dies After Illness

John W. Purvis 80 longtime Johnstown farmer died Monday night at Longmonth hospital after a heart attack two weeks earlier. Born November 27, 1871 in Aluivy, he moved to Colorado in 18xx and owned Purvis store at Elwellweet. He helped bring Guernsey cattle to Colorado and his herd is continued by son Ver ton Purvis. Survived by widow Coramele and four children. Funeral Thursday at United Brethren Evangelical church in Johnstown with Rev Duane Larkins officiating.

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Most of America Has Fine Weather

Weather reports show scattered thunderstorms and showers across regions from the Great Lakes to the Ohio Valley with some areas experiencing warm conditions and others unsettled. The narrative mentions locations like Chicago and New York with varied precipitation patterns.

America Cmeaho Rockies Ohio Nadino Henry Thundershawars Tyndall Chicago Dover New York &i Provinia Athy

Union Colony Pioneers Meeting This Thursday

Union Colony Pioneers will meet Thursday afternoon at the home of Mr Brink, 28 Pwertth sires. The meeting gathers members for discussion and community updates in a small town notice style.

Union Colony Pioneers Union Colony Phureday Mr Brink

Registration for Band Program Continues

Registration for the band program continues with details from director Glasser. Practice starts next Tuesday with brass, woodwinds, percussion and more. requires one year or more experience. High school members will practice Thursday night at 7. Open to students with prior horn, wind, or related experience.

Mighth Avenue Glyin Tael Prkner Glasser

Loveland Rider Dies After Horse Collision in Colo

A Loveland motorcyclist was killed in a crash with a horse in Loveland Colorado. The incident occurred near a rural stretch where the rider and horse collided, resulting in fatal injuries. Authorities investigated the scene and identified the rider, with local responders providing aid before transport. The investigation continues to determine exact cause and any contributing factors.

Loveland

Gridman Jim Gabbard to sing at Central City

Local billboards announce Gridman Jim Gabbard will perform at Central City, linked to the Colorado campaign scene and a university stint in Kentucky. The text mentions football connections and a major role, with references to a coaching staff and recent season activity.

Gridman Jim Gabbard Central City Atm Galina Ae Thekooh Colorado

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