22 Mar 1950
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1950
Page
1
City officials decided not to appeal a district judge ruling that a photo license ordinance is unconstitutional. The ruling directs police to stop enforcing it, while officials seek a proposed new ordinance. Local photographers consider reintroducing a revised measure for council review.
Cal State Los Angeles defeated Colorado in a key college game yesterday. Forbes led the scoring with strong late play, while Ben Alvan provided solid defense as the L.A. team pulled away in the second half.
A two million dollar blaze devastated the Cour bulliinge of the Laly century old Cistorojmi con Whkity monastery in Northt Cumberland. The fire destroyed chapels, the infirmary, the guest house and the abbey, trapping several residents and nearly burying firemen under falling walls. Devastated documents and relics from the abbey were lost, while some monks escaped through dormitories and corridors.
In Athunw Texas March 22 a local judge and Justice of Pratt A. Carroll narrate a dramatic incident. They claim strong evidence forced a trap plan after accusing a thief of stealing valuables from a kitchen. Sunday morning they awoke to commotion as the judge, armed with a pistol, confronted the intruder in a struggle.
A city council on first reading approved a new ordinance requiring owners of lots to remove weeds brush and rubbish by a June deadline or face city action. If not removed the city may remove spray or burn the debris and charge owners with costs plus a 5 percent fee. Charges are tied to the city clerk and assessed against the property with a hearing on objections set 16 days after notice. Nonpayment leads to collection with general taxes. The ordinance empowers the health department to remove nuisance weeds and debris in alleys and to enforce sidewalk and curb duties.
Washington reports a United Nations proposal for a year long peace program to ease tensions and advance negotiations among foreign ministers. The plan stresses early steps toward negotiation, warns against delaying action in the atomic era, and suggests future meetings under UN auspices with ministerial consultations.
The U S Court of Appeals upholds the constitutionality of the government loyalty program under an executive order by President Truman. The decision involves Dorothy Dailey, a former federal employee, suspended in 1948 and dismissed in 1949 for loyalty concerns.
On Wednesday night March 29 the Greeley Philharmonic Community Concerts Association presents the Greeley Community Chorus directed by Carl Melander. About 100 voices rehearse weekly for a first appearance featuring selections from Handel and other choral favorites with Hallelujah and Behold the Lamb of God. The chorus aims for growth next year as Greeley expands its orchestral program.
In Mississippi, a second white man was sentenced to life imprisonment for the massacre that killed several African American children. The jurors could not agree on punishment for Leon Turner, but Turner was convicted of murder. the court imposed the life sentence as mandated by state law. The case involved the killing of young victims in a rural farming region.
In a volatile debate on housing policy, opponents routed the Truman plan in a statewide test vote. The crowd cheered as lawmakers rejected the $2,000 to $600,000 affordability framework, signaling a shift in political momentum.
Doak Walker SMU football star and his bride Norma Peterson survived a Denver plane crash near Stapleton field as the craft skidded off a runway and over a small embankment. Also aboard were W H Davison and Mra Davison of Dallas and H N Rusty Russell and Mra Russell. Damages ran to thousands while the party planned a Canadian honeymoon after refueling in Denver.
Secretary of State Acheson defended James Jessup against Senator McCarthy’s accusations of Communist influence in the State Department. He praised Jessup while opposing a full Senate investigation, saying he welcomed inquiries but preferred not to amplify the charges. Acheson noted no known Soviet spy ties within the department.
Rep. Welsh is slated to become secretary to Governor Johnson once he takes office. Confirmation is pending as Johnson has not yet announced or confirmed the appointment.
Sweden will stay out of the Atlantic pact and instead pursue cautious cooperation with Norway Denmark and others to avoid provoking tensions. Swedish leaders led by Foreign Minister Ostey My Woden emphasize neutrality and peacetime defense ties while resisting broader military commitments.
Denver reports that the Colorado highway department faces funding shortfalls delaying road construction. Chairman Walter G. Cooper says $700,000 in contracted work remains, with $10.6 million owed to contractors as winter ends and funds are scarce.
A man was sentenced to the penitentiary for the thefts of 47 manhole covers in Litlin Rock Arkansas. Police said the suspect used a truck to haul the covers and sold them, with prosecutors noting a broader scheme beyond the 47 pieces.
Civic groups and organizations seek to assist with Lincoln Park under the supervision of Nyal Acauis the general superintendent. The plan includes tree planting and landscape work at old Page nursery in Ryans and nearby parks with transplanting and spraying decisions pending community input and city approval.
A fire gutted the Cole Deaf and Blind School destroying the priceless Braille library. About 1209 people reportedly escaped to safety as fire crews worked to control the blaze. Investigators credited evacuees and rescue efforts for preventing greater loss.
A Canadian-era report describes worsening slide blockades on the Rio Grande system near Denver. Heavy earth moving teams battle ongoing slides that threaten tracks and delay trains including California Zephyr and Mountaineer. engineers aim to reopen routes by night but face continued risk. Passengers and baggage are being rerouted as crews work to clear the damaged tunnels and rail lines along the ten miles of disrupted track.
Mrs Agnerion of TH seeks divorce from Primes L. Cluyd after a troubled union marked by alleged physical and constant separations. The case cites Asbury Park memories and mentions three children, with details of domestic strife and prior marital strains described by Mrs Cloyld.
Report describes a window being smashed at a private garage on Fifteenth Avenue where a vehicle was parked. Police noted ordinances against tampering with property and the incident involved a complaint to authorities and local officials.
Speech therapists from Unitedvork hospital and the Institute of Logopedists will speak at Ont Deen's Loxpital about cerebral palsy. The session led by Mira Anderson and Mr Norrell will cover types and diagnosis, with QandA for parents and doctors.
Several entrants seek sponsors as local sponsors list grows while derby organizers plan the event. Names mentioned include KYOU, Chamberlain, G Lavery, and Haurbey’s Stodin among others. Budget details and sponsor requests appear amid chaotic OCR text with multiple misread names and figures.
A chaotic trial report notes delays due to conferences with attorneys. Mentioned are defendants Von or Dyke and Wohin Garni Alurhews facing larceny and habitual offenses, with numerous names listed as witnesses or associates in a Delpysilade and New Eig case context.
Robeit Easterday hosted a speakers event featuring guests including Misha, Teague, and Langone as part of a local club drive. The gathering discussed farm output, horticulture, and community activities with plans for a master show and regional engagement.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.