Emergency Clearances Attacked in Senate Hearings
Senator Hickenlooper accuses the Atomic Energy Commission of granting emergency clearances to thousands without full FBI checks on loyalty. AEC Chairman Lilienthal defends the process, saying all cleared individuals underwent some FBI screening. The issue arises as the Senate committee probes alleged mismanagement in AEC affairs and presses for Lilienthal’s removal.
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Washington
Hickettrooper
Iowa
Atomic Energy Commission
FBI
Hickenlooper
Lilienthal
AEC
David E. Lilienthal
Congress
Gas Company Gets Okay of PUC On Rates
The Equitable Gas Company of Pittsburgh won Public Utility Commission approval for a 387000 dollar annual increase in natural gas rates to 160 large users. The temporary 12 month rider replaced a expiring one and took effect yesterday. The commission split 3 to 2 with two dissenters.
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Harrisburg
Equitable Gas Company
Pittsburgh
Public Utility Commission
John B. Conly
Frank Morgal
Conly
Allegheny County
Armstrong
Butler, Green
Indiana
Washington
Westmoreland
Truman Opposes Loan To Spain
President Truman stated at a news conference that he does not favor a government loan to Spain. Spain had informally bid for a multi million dollar loan from the Export Import Bank, but the bank reportedly rejected the request citing Spain's weak economic condition as a poor credit risk.
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Washington
Truman
Spain
Fire accident claims life of Mrs McJunkin
Elma Jean McJunkin 72 died in Indiana Hospital at 3 10 am after a nearby feed store fire. She and 73 year old Annie Thompson were injuring while viewing the blaze near 818 Oak Street. A fractured skull was the reported cause. Thompson remained in serious condition.
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Elma Jean McJunkin
Indiana
Annie Thompson
McJunkin
Chestnut Street
Area Coal Men Taking Exams Today And Tomorrow
Approximately 900 district coal men will take examination today and tomorrow seeking stile certificates for higher positions in the mining industries. Tests for first and second grade foremen fire bosses and electricians are held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Indiana Ferndale Spangler and Windber. Indiana tests are at the Indiana State Teachers College under Lester D. Kimmel.
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Jindiana
Ferndale
Spangler
Windber
Indiana
Indiana State Teachers College
Lester D. Kimmel
Feast of Weeks Services Announced by Hebrew Unity Congregation
The Hebrew Unity Congregation outlines Shaquoth observances with services Thursday and Friday at 8 00 p m and Friday and Saturday at 9 00 p m Sixth day includes a memorial Yizkor service Saturday at 9 00 am Rabbi David G Shapiro will officiate and conduct the services.
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Hebrew Unity Congregation
David G. Shapiro
Women considered for ambassador posts by Truman
President Truman said at a news conference that several women are under consideration for ambassadorial posts to multiple countries including Denmark. He did not identify the specific candidate for Denmark. McFarland Custard Stand will be closed from June 5 to June 13 at 45 percent.
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Washington
Truman
Denmark
McFarland
Ann Widdowson
Clymer
11th Annual REA Meeting Saturday
The 11th annual meeting of the Southwest Central Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation will be held Saturday at 1 00 PM in the Indiana High School auditorium. The cooperative serves over 6,300 members across four counties and has built about 1,700 miles of line. Door prizes include a 53 piece place setting, a large hot plate, permatade oil, an electric casserole, a picnic jug, and more.
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Southwest Central Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation
The
REA
Rural Electric
Indiana High School
Indiana
Cambria
Barclay Hardware Co
Uber
Tyger
Sears, Roebuck & Lee
House Moving On Indiana Streets Tomorrow
Police report a 26 foot wide house will be moved from St Bernard Catholic Church area to the corner of Fourth and Chestnut streets. The transfer route passes Shyrock alley to Sixth street to Waler street then north on Fourth street. No parking signs go up at 9 a m on streets used for the move. Residents warned to observe the restriction until completion.
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Indiana
St. Bernard Catholic Church
Fourth
Chestnut Streets
Shyrock Alley
Sixth Street
Waler Street
Eas
Fourth Street
Bhukus Boards New and Used Shuffle Boards and Supplies
Bhukus boards new and used shuffle boards and supplies. Payment arranged. Uncle Bills Amusements 410 Philg Indiana Pa. dota.
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Bhukus
Uncle Bill's Amusements
Philg
Indiana
Dota
Chambers Called Back To Stand Lewis Takes Up Contract Talks Again
In Bluefield West Virginia June 2 Southern Coal Producers Association resumed talks with John L Lewis amid renewed bargaining strength. Lewis had delayed start challenging representation by the SCPA Moody returned claiming 100 million tons of soft coal output annually backing his position. The 1941 formed group requires two thirds board ratification nine of 14 votes.
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Bluefield
W. Va
Southern Coal Producers Association
John L. Lewis
Lewis
SCPA
Joseph E. Moody
Moody
Save All Coupons And Win A Bike At Indiana Fair
The Indiana Evening Gazette and Lions Club of Indiana offer two bicycles to children 12 and under at the Lions Day Celebration at the Indiana Fairgrounds on July 4. Coupons printed in daily Gazette issues qualify, with no other coupons accepted. Submit as many as you like and ask neighbors to save theirs. the free coupon is on Page 14 of today’s Gazette.
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Indiana Fairgrounds
Indiana Evening Gazette
Lions Club of
Indiana
Fairgrounds
The
Gazette
Rossiter Painter Falls Off Ladder
A. R. Beatty of Rossiter was treated at Adrian Hospital in Punxsulaw for a back injury from a Tuesday ladder fall while painting his home. His condition was listed as good.
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A. R. Beatty
Rossiter
Adrian Hospital
Punxsulawhey
Yeager F-86 Surpasses Invulnerable B-36, Inquirer Reports
The Philadelphia Inquirer cites a Washington bureau story claiming Charles Yeager ran 50 destructive passes on the B-36 bomber, once deemed invulnerable, during simulated combat. House Armed Services Committee investigations and secret test films are noted as possible evidence, with the film reportedly under lock and key.
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Philadelphia
The
Philadelphia Inquirer
Air Force
Charles Yeager
House Armed Services Committee
Washington
Inquirer
Yeager
Judge Reeves Fines Coplon's Attorney
Federal Judge Albert L. Reeves fines Archibald Palmer, defense attorney in Judith Coplon's espionage trial, $100 for obvious contemptuous conduct. This is the second such fine as Palmer pressed questions about 12 papers found in Coplon's purse. the judge noted the questions as improper and ordered the payment after the trial.
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Washington
Albert L. Reeves
Archibald Palmer
Judith Coplon
New York
Reeves
Palmer
T. Scott Miller, Jr
FBI
Miller
Miss Coplon
Valentine A. Gubitchev
John M. Kelleger
United States
Kelley
Three World War II Vets Graduate At IHS
Three WWII veterans from Indiana High School graduated with the 242-class last night. William Bracken Arthur D. Barber and Richard T. Wolfe received diplomas with credit for service. Judge Reeves allowed questioning about existence of 12 papers but not their contents.
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Indiana
Palmer
William 1
Bracken
Arthur D. Barber
Richard T. Wolfe
Judge Reeves
Miller
Blairsville Fights Proposed One Percent Tax
In Blairsville a large citizen group protests the proposed one percent income tax for the Blairsville School District. The Board of Education considers the levy on June 13. residents hold public meetings and a straw vote is conducted via the Dispatch, a bi weekly newspaper. Ballots in the paper are sponsored by a railroad employees group.
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Blairsville
Board of Education
Dispatch
Apollo Faces Delay In Sale
Residents of Apollo Pennsylvania wait until June 20 to learn if they can buy the town s only steel plant. Phoenix Apollo Steel Co directors postponed action on bids for the Apollo plant amid plans to run it as a nonprofit if accepted.
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Chicago
Apollo, Pa
Phoenix-Apollo Steel Co
Apollo
Frank S. Gibson, Jr
Steel Company Board
Apollo Chamber of Commerce
Apollo Citizens
P R R Diesel Catches Fire Near Swissvale
A diesel locomotive hauling the Liberty Limited caught fire early today while passing through Swissvale and Edgewood. Firemen fought the blaze as the train, already running late by about an hour and forty eight minutes, continued its journey from Washington to Chicago.
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Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania Railroad
Liberty Limited
Swissvale
Edgewood
Washington
Chicago
Graduates urged to do life more with extra effort
Germantown Philadelphia speaker Dr Aulenbach urged 242 graduates at Ana High School to pursue extra activity for accomplishment. He said democracy challenges extra effort, as the auditorium overflowed with graduates, friends, and relatives. The ceremony featured orchestra music, organ play, and two glee club numbers.
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Thiggis
Mamilton Ayenbach
Germantown
Philavhia
I'ana
Amencenent
Aulenbach
Philadelphia
Janet Kritzer
Noble
Grig
Marilyn Wilson
Jelass
J. A. Lubold
Frank Shaffer
Song Birds Are BB Gun Victims in Harrisburg
The State Game Commission urges parents to curb a rise in song bird shootings by boys with BB air rifles and .22 caliber rifles. It notes it is unlawful to discharge such firearms within cities, with fines up to $50. Property damage and injuries from broken windows are common complaints.
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Harrisburg
State Game Commission
Appropriate Sum For Law Library In Indiana County
The Indiana County Court directs a total appropriation of 1800 for the Law Library. The County Commissioners are ordered to pay 1000 immediately and the balance when required. Official action dated June 4 at Benefit Street, credentialing Center. Bernarde 246.
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Indiana County Court
Law Library
Indiana County
G Rumunase
Abe
Narecredition Center
Bernarde
Court Holds Up Decision On Evidence
New York June 2 Court delays ruling on whether testimony about a Soviet spy network is admissible to the perjury case against Alger Hiss. Judge Samuel H Kaufman noted the issue as highly important as defense and prosecution prepare briefs. The decision centers on if espionage evidence ties to the Grand Jury perjury charges against Hiss.
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New York
Chambers
Congressional
Hiss
State Department
U. S
Thomas F. Murphy
Cub Pack Plans Meeting Friday
Cub Pack 27 of the First Methodist Church Indiana will hold its pack meeting Friday evening at 7 at the Indiana Fairgrounds. The program includes sack races three legged race ball throwing and nail driving and clothespin contests for parents. Each den will present a stunt and song followed by monthly pack awards and a wiener roast.
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First Methodist Church
Indiana
Indiana Fairgrounds
Truman Await Calder Word on Army Secretary Position
President Truman said no change in plans to hold open the Secretary of the Army post awaiting word from Curtis Calder. Secretary Johnson has pressed Calder, a New York and Texas utilities executive, to accept, as Truman indicated the post remains available.
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Washington
Truman
Curtis
Calder
Army
Defense
Johnson
New York
Texas Utilities
Government Buys Dam Site Land
One of the first Conemaugh Pam flood control purchases records Burrell Township school district selling land to the United States for 87 688 dollars.
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Burrell Township
Thhat Township
United States of America
Local Elks Plan Flag Day Parade
The Indiana Elks will sponsor Flag Day parade and service on Friday June 14. Exalted Ruler Paul D. Schrader says the parade starts at 7 30 a m and the service at 8 p m on the Court House lawn.
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Indiana Elks
Paul D. Schrader
Court House
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lDistaff
REA Meeting
Woman's College
Richard Logan
Bryan Mawr
Bryan Mawr College
Bryn Mawr
Logan
Women's Colleges
Sheila Yarnall
Helen Martin
Columbus
Katrina Thomas
Easton
Coplon
IHS
Fidelis
Blairsville Hits
P.R.R. Diesel
Elks
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