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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1950
Page
2
An analysis outlines Soviet military expansion including a large armored fleet with T-34s and 60 ton Stalin III tanks, substantial air force growth, rapid tank production possibly up to 5000 annually, and a submarine fleet potentially rising from 350 to between 570 and 1000 by 1951 per Jane's Fighting Ships.
The report outlines the Price-Wage Agency’s role in stabilizing the economy amid inflation. President Truman’s advisers discuss timing for price and wage ceilings, preferring minimal direct controls. The agency will administer controls as needed and convene labor-management talks to resolve defense-area disputes. William H. Harrison hints at rubber usage limits to free stockpile rubber for government use. Valentine, a 49-year-old Chester farmer, sets up temporary offices and signals tax increases as likely.
U S forces press toward Pyongyang with the 24th division cutting west to Chinnampo. Reds mass tanks and shell the capital while cavalry units claim long frontline combat and aim to reach Pyongyang first as infantry flee toward the city.
The bulletin cites Dr. Arnold on the potential to wipe out most of humanity through radioactive dust, noting a major nation's long war would be needed. It also mentions theories of a 500 to 10,000 ton heavy hydrogen cobalt explosion spreading death dust globally.
Houston officials say new government credit restrictions threaten the housing industry and related sectors. T B King notes the policy could curb labor and materials and hamper inflation control, potentially crippling home building, furniture, appliances, and building materials industries.
Fletcher Nelson was formally installed as president of Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk yesterday. He previously led Dilworth Methodist Church in Charlotte after studying at Hendrix College and Duke University. Dr. John R. Cunningham of Davidson College presided. Dr. Guy B. Phillips of UNC spoke at the luncheon. The college operates under the Edgar Tuffs Memorial Association, previously directed by Dr. Wm. Tate.
In Trenton an arrest was made today of Menee Parker a 40 year old Black man from Kinston on a charge of injuring a 26 year old white woman named Mrs Paul Whaley. Sheriff Jeter Taylor said Whaley identified Parker as the assailant at her brother's home early Monday but the sheriff noted Parker was reported to be at home at the time of the incident.
The state Allied Church League executive committee will meet at 11 a.m. tomorrow at the Home Moravian church in Winston-Salem to review its legislative program with Rev. R. M. Hauss of Shelby and the committee chairman presenting reports.
David Greenglass a 28 year old former army sergeant pleaded guilty in federal court to conspiracy in time of war to convey secret defense information to Russia.
Connie Mack retires after 50 years guiding the Philadelphia Athletics a post he has held since 1901. Jimmy Dykes succeeds him as field boss while Arthur Ehlers becomes general manager and Mickey Cochrane exits from the role. Roy and Earle Mack steered ownership changes last summer.
President Truman told a cheering crowd that peace must be built on justice and collective security. He urged joining the UN to curb Soviet arms, lift the iron curtain, and defend freedom while opposing aggression in Asia and Europe.
RALEIGH October 18 Prices held steady on most flue cured tobacco in the Carolinas as volumes dipped. The eastern, old, and middle belts operated on a five and one half hour day while the border belt ended its season with a five hour day. Federal state market news tallies show gross sales of 9,360,868 pounds with eastern belt $56.82, old belt 8,990 pounds at $54.48, middle belt $57.21 for 3,?nds, border belt 73,086 pounds at $57.60 per hundred.
Britain’s overseas secretary A G Bottomley told Parliament Britain’s shine is worth pf 1 0 000 tet to the United States during June July and August. The Russian products purchased by Britain and resold to the United States included 400 worth of crabmeat 889200 worth of furs 89600 worth of bladder casings 8400 worth of bristles and 14000 worth of assorted goods.
Dr. D. Lindley, president of Atlantic Covistian College, was elected first vice president of the Disciples of Christ church. He just returned from Oklahoma City where the election occurred at the international convention last weekend.
Coroner Earl Hunt ruled a father was justified after his son Plunk Royster, 22, was killed by three pistol shots. The coroner cited an attack with a chair and threats to kill the family after the son allegedly poisoned their food earlier. Sheriff E P Davis noted prior poisoning attempt.
The State Department announced transfers for October listing John Farrior of Montreal North Carolina moving from Seoul Korea to Chiang Mai Thailand as vice consul and principal officer and John W C Williams of Carrboro North Carolina moving from Hong Kong to Manila as third secretary vice consul.
In Los Angeles a doctor said blood tests suggest Sabu Dastagir could be the father of Michaela Ernst, a London ballet dancer's two year old daughter, but the physician testified tests neither prove nor disprove paternity. Mrs. Brenda Julieer Ernst sues Sabu seeking a paternity declaration.
The storm weakened as it reached the citrus belt but still sent hurricane gusts over 75 mph. Palm Beach escaped major damage with only minor downed trees and flooded streets. Miami faced power outages, water issues, and widespread outages. police were on emergency status and a large crew worked to restore service.
The Seawell reports the successor of a governor appointee must be elected on November 7. Barnhill notes the attorney general is the governor’s legal adviser and the court issues advisory opinions only in emergencies affecting the public. He argues the present situation does not qualify as such an emergency.
The article reports Taft warning of socialist rule if violations persist, mentioning penalties that could keep perpetrators from Albany and reference to Dannemora prison. It covers Hanley denying pre-withdrawal commitments, Dewey's denial of discussions about debts, and a state job offer if Taft lost. It notes Democratic and Republican campaign chatter and reactions from Truman, Gabriel, and Barkley.
Wilmington reports B. E. Larcomb of Norfolk Virginia, after 28 years with the Norfolk Washington Steamship Lines, is hired to attract more state business for Wilmington and Morehead City ports and will work with the state ports authority.
Ontario education leaders confirm a major shakeup in the school board amid reform concerns. The plan reorganizes departments and tests new governance structures to improve operations.
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